135 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<2D1F0ED2701BB04A91CB5E5665B77F87>]/Index[120 41]/Info 119 0 R/Length 80/Prev 104824/Root 121 0 R/Size 161/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream The form requires medical certification, which must be completed and signed by a licensed healthcare provider. If you dont use it, the Bb footer will slide up. All Rights Reserved. This is often your district email address. per day. Eligible employees are permitted to use earned sick and safe leave in 30-minute increments, but they must request leave for a minimum of 1 hour and a maximum of 8 hours per day. A teacher can change a student's attendance status from absent to present if there is evidence of student engagement at a later date. Website Feedback We continue to use MERV-13 high filtration filters in our HVAC systems in our schools and buildings. hVm8+[l'R-Rw{Z|BF%i,w:q&piP0DE0D$H.`Dj Kb$" #xrHhi7&. n> 0sEd4#au~OIcjIzx]x_AU{%x g9z:ys9VE>#fxaD4f/2h^wfA'#gb g} g5!oH^z3MTz.e5Bzhn|K})L#&dQ5VFcgGOc}AWI\r4F!v^cCyf'S aj{ iBI7^Vi).ok_KnGP3gCC =yV':P g/hoDkCO1SWG]UF!6a{3Z+!gPRBCf-/h4T] ^v : Send it to us here. /Font <> Parents, guardians and staff should follow testing directions provided with test kits. hbbd```b``> "S DJLG""+"zL"5%@$E^"e R(Vd4 @L [A$:="`Yo }" C @ S [texts-excerpt] penalty for cutting mangroves in floridaFREE EstimateFREE Estimate endobj Your child will need to make up all work he or she missed, as scheduled by the teacher. WakeID Portal Login. Click here to review the illness self-screening tool. Employees who are caring for someone who is sick with COVID-19 symptoms. Our schools continue to emphasize the importance of respiratory etiquette (Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze and if you dont have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your elbow, not your hands). No mask is needed when returning to school or work. of extended sick leave, less a $50 per day deduction to help defray the cost of substitutes. It is recommended to be fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication and have an improvement in symptoms before returning to school or work. This summer, NCDHHS phased out the StrongSchools NC Public Health Toolkit. Prior to logging in, all staff must claim their WakeID. Copyright 2002-2023 Blackboard, Inc. All rights reserved. Soap & paper towel dispensers continue to be checked regularly and replenished. Click here to review the illness self-screening tool, Click here for Washoe County Health District Recommendations for the Prevention and Control of Communicable Diseases in Schools, Blackboard Web Community Manager Privacy Policy (Updated). /Contents 24 0 R During the application process, if you experience any issues, scroll to the very top of the application and click the "Dashboard" button to refresh your student's information and make sure you are . She said vaccines, booster shots, COVID-19 testing and mask requirements offer the best approach to helping students and staff stay safe. It is recommended to wear a mask for 10 full days from onset of symptoms (unless mask accommodations apply). 12 0 obj Copyright 2002-2023 Blackboard, Inc. All rights reserved. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) References. This will help stop the spread of illness to other children and teachers. Stay home for 5 days (from the positive test). In order to determine if a student is entitled to a reasonable accommodation, the school must first determine if the student has a disability, which is a determination that must be made by a 504 or IEP team. Schools will soon offer weekly COVID-19 tests on campus for students and staff as a way to curb the spread of the virus, WCPSS said. Schools and office buildings will be routinely cleaned and disinfected on a daily basis and will include, but are not limited to, classrooms, offices, restrooms, public areas, health suites, and isolation rooms. Long-term professional leave is available to tenured employees for periods of up to one year. has tested positive for COVID-19 (lab or home test) It is recommended that students and staff stay home if they are sick, not feeling well, or exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19. Substitute employees are considered temporary employees and: 1. Wearing a mask indoors remains a requirement across Durham County Public Schools. Website Feedback It is recommended to provide an alternate diagnosis from a healthcare provider to your principal or supervisor. The mandate applies to Pre-K through 12th grade. Are not eligible to earn . She said the district will soon incorporate a test to stay program, which allows asymptomatic people who have been exposed to COVID-19 to take a COVID-19 test instead of quarantining. .r All permanent personnel employed at least half-time are eligible for non-paid leave for up to one calendar year for the birth or adoption of a child. There are specific regulations for substitute teachers, See Section 11.1. Students and staff are recommended to wear a mask in the following situations: For situations in which students are recommended to wear masks, if a student cannot wear a mask due to a medical condition or disability, families may request a mask accommodation by submitting a Mask Accommodation Request Form (form in Spanish) to the principal. Student Illness-- If your child is sick or not feeling well, please keep them home and inform their . How to help your children cope with COVID-19 school year disappointment, "It's just about giving some options and making sure we can reach every student and you know, allow for credits to special situations," WCPSS Board Member Chris Heagarty said during the virtual meeting. At a high COVID-19 Community Level, universal indoor masking in schools and ECE programs is recommended, as it is in the community at large. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 78% of workers have access to some form of paid sick leave. This is non-paid leave, and application must be made well in advance (by May 15 for the subsequent school year). Your ID is most likely your 10 digit phone number. %PDF-1.4 G2j7d%e?ab&G8|>c)Aq;mN4wLd&D`SUp$e0A/y(RbD:ZX |& uMWigkM2(k0K#b8elRIE"0vg0TiF+NRSdjb5]D aJ!i;8C Copyright var d = new Date();document.write(d.getFullYear()); Wake County Public School System, Non-Discrimination Policy There are always germs being passed around from person to person, in the classroom, the cafeteria, on the bus, and every other area of the campus. Retired employees may contact (919) 733-4191. Accumulated balance may not exceed five days. Supporting documents must be attached to the Request of Leave. Copyright var d = new Date();document.write(d.getFullYear()); Wake County Public School System, Non-Discrimination Policy YT-o)6TUna}9{2{7mF3]Vx 4wM$dt_7S;(h6;UxAS9{~MorV: ql*fo5m 6: extended sick leave or personal leave. ^dZXV)#G3T |br[)hDp[Ac`4"*s:^pj!XcW=]S3oxmdm _9`^y6,*hh@GCHN?Hc' P} _8 9GsyZf_h?%VT`_NL=+|VdPdjoS04Jc"~{XRe9-:3luV&QVy=;P %i"rxnM`Wl=_ Y(OFvRM^x}A^xUci9T 1nct] y/WcpA#;(X_ps .|!d*26g2^}C:_q8bUF.qE/=\W},M=jZ*@V;kxD6*y~,Fa|2T &/;#hta{ District officials said the revised policy is based on guidance from the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. The standard deduction is $50. Board member Dr. Jim Martin said attendance is not to be confused with grading. There are always germs being passed around from person to person, in the classroom, the cafeteria, on the bus, and every other area of the campus.We cant eliminate germs entirely, but by working together with parents and families, we can reduce the spread of illness, improve attendance, increase graduation rates, and give each student the best opportunity to become a successful and healthy adult. Keep them home when they show anysymptom of illness. Medical documentation of illness may be required. These are not requirements. Once logged in, you will be able to submit applications only for your students that are currently registered with Wake County Public School System. Terms of Use. Other requests should be . Official leave policies are documented in the WCPSS Board Policy 3000 Series, Policies 2280, 3800, and 4800 (PDF Document) and in the North Symptoms Fever of 100.4 or higher Diarrhea Nausea and Vomiting Severe headache Red, watery eyes with yellow discharge hYn:~}OEH$ ^vcm9O3s;I(3R|%$L0X+NDuk6%Vs,)|v,I5: h%D#9$L"&1r8 DYROyDWRhy*A.`B~e"VhfVh gzka?6p~,{4Okz]szZa0?m~^G[eY'og'\ ,6J8:p7rx^ vCpB0`Z3ljUY^|rDD!qVrySS9083?3S/[AQ 0Jzap5;6k=WYiK,2R7``u),wQ53[e/}9 FUaf1L`p g0PPASY6@Sk g/i=#Gx-/a>yg? No documentation of who received testing kits is needed. %;H !QH-dR`` arbA Ti@@Zun`Rh~&buK+.. Clear your browser cache if you do not see the new WakeID Portal changes. Any request for accommodations or modifications to the school environment to accommodate a medical condition that renders a student high risk should be handled through a 504 or IEP team. Returning To School After a COVID-19 Diagnosis or Other Illness To minimize the spread of COVID-19, we follow prevention strategies from the NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Washing hands can prevent the spread of infectious diseases. j*SAC=+5,Q%a7~EAaf(i24dTy", It may also be used in lieu of sick leave or for absences resulting from adverse weather conditions; however, instructional personnel may not use this leave on days when students are scheduled to be in attendance. Privacy Policy The CDC recommends that after 5 days of isolation, you can remove the mask if you have 2 negative tests at least 48 hours apart. The districts return to classes is Tuesday, Jan. 4. Go to the Policy Manual.. On antibiotics for 24 hours, if applicable. Payroll deductions available on a pre-tax basis. ;mj_%Bls|wA9FLulW'HJ 61{rdhh_` DQ'O&h4Jth8n({ QvLz Safe Return to School Plan. Website Feedback Copyright 2002-2023 Blackboard, Inc. All rights reserved. Testing should not be performed on WCPSS schools or work sites. 170 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<77384F15527C4C98B443CEDFB95C1D73>]/Index[133 68]/Info 132 0 R/Length 159/Prev 436827/Root 134 0 R/Size 201/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream Children as young as 5 years old are eligible to get the coronavirus vaccine, which is widely offered for free. WAKE COUNTY, N.C. (WTVD) -- Wake County Public School System board members revised the attendance policy to define attendance during remote learning Tuesday evening. Schools and work sites should not provide instructions on how to use test kits. If the student has not previously been identified as a student with a disability, a referral for evaluation should be made. It is recommended to wear a mask for 5 full days when returning to school or work (unless mask accommodations apply). Website Feedback For more information, review School Board Policy 4400: Attendance. Professional Leave may be either short-term or long-term. Central Services personnel, including centrally based teachers, are not eligible for. Copyright 2002-2023 Blackboard, Inc. All rights reserved. s)G`Ei\r(~~mWFcXt$uNe%C ]_Z(#_Ts! (lC g@Fbeh8