COVID-19 Information Update

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COVID-19 Messages         

Resources

Health Organizations

• ●  Centers for Disease Control
• ●  Vermont Department of Health
• ●  World Health Organization
• ●  Johns Hopkins Global Cases Map

Additional Resources

• ●  Vermont Agency of Education Guidance for Schools
• ●  Public Health Recommendations to Slow the Spread of Coronavirus
• ●  How to Talk to Kids About the Coronavirus Outbreak
• ●  How to Talk to Kids About Coronavirus

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lake Champlain Waldorf School closing?

Lake Champlain Waldorf School will be making a temporary shift to a remote learning model in order to continue to deliver on our educational commitments to our students while promoting the health and well-being of our broader community in a difficult time.

What about events and gatherings?

Events and gathering through April 6th will be cancelled or rescheduled for later in the school year. We will make decisions about holding or canceling other events with an abundance of caution and based on the updated information from the Vermont Department of Health. Please watch our school calendar for updates. The Centers for Disease Control has issued an advisory to older adults and those with chronic medical conditions to avoid crowds and public gatherings. 

How will my child’s education continue in the event of an extended school closure?

Faculty are preparing lessons, assignments, activities, resources, etc. that will allow our educational program to continue as much as possible in the event of an extended school closure. Details were shared in the March 19 letter to the community here.

What can families, students, and school personnel do to keep from getting sick and spreading COVID-19?

• Families are discouraged from scheduling playdates or social gatherings. In addition, the CDC recommends the following preventive actions to help prevent the spread of COVID-19:
  • ● Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
  • ● If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water when your hands are visibly dirty.
  • ● Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • ● Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
  • ● Stay home when you are sick (and do not return to school until you are fever-free for 24 hours without medication). We ask you to strictly adhere to this policy.
  • ● Cough or sneeze into your elbow or a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash and wash hands.
  • ● Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.

  We continue to closely monitor the situation and will keep you updated as things change.