Students are asked to report their test results through this CDPH link. Students who test positive must remain home from school, follow isolation requirements, and call the attendance office.

 

Contra Costa County Health Services (CCHS), the CDPH, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) all agree that getting vaccinated is our best defense against the severity of COVID-19, and our best shot at ending the pandemic. Now, anyone age 5 and up is eligible to be vaccinated, and those ages 16 and up may receive a booster shot. We strongly encourage all eligible for the booster to obtain the booster as soon as possible as our public health officials also agree that it is a strong protective factor. 

 

We are pleased to report that 100% of our school site staff is fully-vaccinated. We believe our vaccination rate for our students is over 90%. Governor Newsom announced in October that COVID-19 vaccination will be a requirement for students in the 2022-2023 school year. Parents seeking more information or wishing to schedule a vaccine should consult with their student’s health provider or visit the CCHS website for COVID-19 vaccines.

 

Per CDPH requirements, all individuals in our school settings must continue universal indoor masking and our adherence to these rules is never more important given the high transmissibility of the Omicron variant. We encourage all students to continue bringing their own mask from home, but will provide masks as needed.

We have expanded our Community Testing program with additional testing on Monday, January 3, and offering testing twice a week on Tuesday and Thursdays at the District Office through January from 11:00am - 4:30pm. Our K-8 partner districts have expanded testing as well. Information to sign-up and schedule an appointment at the District Office (and at the locations of our K-8 partner districts) can be found at the bottom of this AUHSD website. 

 

The CDC released new guidance for isolation and quarantine and the CDPH followed with their updated guidance. The CDPH, which has the authority over California schools, and the CCHS have indicated that schools should continue with our previous isolation (10 days from positive or symptoms) and quarantine procedures. We anticipate the isolation and quarantine requirements for our schools will change and will update our community if there are changes.

 

Students in isolation or quarantine will be provided support by their teachers through Canvas. “Zooming” into classes will not be available.