April 7, 2020
Hello SUN Tech Families,
Your child’s success is important to us at SUN Tech and together we will work through these challenging times. Instructors have reached out to connect with your child over the past week and are now ready to resume educating your child. Our focus will be to assist with completing any PC Now / dual enrollment courses, industry credentials, licensing/certification exam preparation, and finally any topics instructors deem essential to employment.
Moving forward instructors will have office hours two times a week and are expected to connect with your child at least once a week. Every Monday updated course assignments will be posted on the SUN Tech website under the Coursework tab. It is important that all students complete the required planned instruction assignments given by their instructors in order to meet course requirements. The technical content will come in many forms: paper and pencil, internet links, online simulations, and online coursework and review. Some assignments will be listed as planned learning (graded) while others will simply be enrichment (ungraded). Most importantly our goal is to reach every child with the resources available to complete their senior year on a positive note and graduate. Please be aware that the SUN Tech parking lot is also an internet hot spot for students (be sure to use your SUN Tech log-in).
Please continue to check the Coronavirus tab for detailed announcements, automated calls are only highlights due to the length of information. Many have inquired about students graduating, as we receive further updates those decisions will be made. Each sending district will need to determine what graduation requirements will be in put into place for this year. We anticipate all students collaborating with their instructor to complete the SUN Tech course content this year and earn their program certificate in May. Plans for the certificate and awards ceremonies have not been determined yet.
We will continue to post announcements, internet hot spot locations, and community and wellness resources to our website under the Coronavirus tab. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any concerns by leaving a message at 570-966-1031 ext. 110 or emailing at jhain@sun-tech.org.
Take care and have a good evening.
Jennifer Hain
Administrative Director
7 de abril de 2020
Hola Familias De SUN Tech,
El éxito de su hijo es importante para nosotros en SUN Tech y juntos trabajaremos en estos tiempos difíciles. Los instructores se han puesto en contacto para conectarse con su hijo durante la semana pasada y ahora están listos para reanudar la educación de su hijo. Nuestro enfoque será ayudar a completar cualquier PC Ahora / cursos de inscripción dual, credenciales de la industria, preparación del examen de licencia / certificación, y finalmente cualquier tema que los instructores consideren esencial para el empleo.
Los instructores de avance tendrán horas de oficina dos veces a la semana y se espera que se conecten con su hijo al menos una vez a la semana. Cada lunes, las asignaciones actualizadas del curso se publicarán en el sitio web de SUN Tech en la pestaña Trabajo del curso. Es importante que todos los estudiantes completen las tareas de instrucción planificadas requeridas dadas por sus instructores con el fin de cumplir con los requisitos del curso. El contenido técnico vendrá en muchas formas: papel y lápiz, enlaces a Internet, simulaciones en línea y cursos y revisión en línea. Algunas tareas se enumerarán como aprendizaje planificado (calificado) mientras que otras simplemente serán enriquecimiento (sin calificar). Lo más importante es que nuestro objetivo es llegar a todos los niños con los recursos disponibles para completar su último año en una nota positiva y graduarse. Tenga en cuenta que el estacionamiento de SUN Tech también es un punto caliente de Internet para los estudiantes (asegúrese de utilizar su inicio de sesión de SUN Tech).
Por favor, continúe revisando la pestaña Coronavirus paradetalles de anuncios,slas llamadas automatizadas son sólo aspectos destacados debido a la duración de la información. Muchos han preguntado acerca de los estudiantes que se gradúan, ya que recibimos más actualizaciones de esas decisiones serán tomadas. Cada distrito de envío tendrá que determinar qué requisitos de graduación se pondrán en marcha para este año. Anticipamos que todos los estudiantes que colaboran con su instructor completen el contenido del curso de SUN Tech este año y obtengan su certificado de programa en mayo. Los planes para el certificado y las ceremonias de entrega de premios aún no han sido determinados.
Continuaremos publicando anuncios, ubicaciones de puntos calientes de Internet y recursos de la comunidad y el bienestar en nuestro sitio web bajo la pestaña Coronavirus. Por favor, no dude en ponerse en contacto conmigo con cualquier inquietud dejando un mensaje en 570-966-1031 ext. 110 o enviando un correo electrónico a jhain@sun-tech.org.
Tome cson y que tenga una buena noche.
Jennifer Hain
Director Administrativo
April 2, 2020
With students at home now in an eLearning environment, Service Electric Cablevision (SECV) will offer 90 days free Internet service to students and teachers who do not already subscribe to SECV Internet. This offer includes the 40M x 4M tier of Internet service, along with a free cable modem rental. It applies only to new customers that have not subscribed to SECV Internet service within the last sixty (60) days and other restrictions may apply. Self-installation is required with the assistance of a technician outside the residence to ensure the safety of our employees. All new customers must provide written proof of their child’s current enrollment at a local school in SECV’s service area. All teachers must reside in SECV’s service area and provide evidence of current employment status. For more information or to enroll in the eLearning offer, please have students or teachers call us at 877.955.7328.
April 1, 2020
Today Governor Wolf extended the stay at home order across the State until the end of April. Picking up distance learning materials at school is still on the Governor’s list of approved travel. (https://www.governor.pa.gov/newsroom/gov-wolf-sec-of-health-pennsylvania-on-statewide-stay-at-home-order-beginning-at-8-pm-tonight-most-prudent-option-to-stop-the-spread/). If your child’s instructor told your child to pick up a textbook, technology device, or charger at SUN Tech, please follow the instructor’s guidance as when to come to the school (Thursday, April 2nd 9am-Noon or Friday, April 3rd 9am-Noon). Note most students will not need to come to the school, only those directed by their instructor. Students will not be allowed in the building for any reason and should not plan to pick up personal items. When arriving to the curb in front of the Main Office, students should call 570-966-1031 and office staff will walk items out to students in their cars. We ask that everyone follow these procedures to promote public safety and social distancing.
Please continue to check the Coronavirus tab for details announcement, automated calls are only highlights due to the length of information.
We will continue to post announcements, internet hot spot locations, and community and wellness resources to our website under the Coronavirus tab. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any concerns by leaving a message at 570-966-1031 ext 110 or emailing at jhain@sun-tech.org.
Take are and have a good evening.
Jennifer Hain
Administrative Director
1 de abril de 2020
Hoy el gobernador Wolf extendió la orden de estancia en casa en todo el Estado hasta finales de abril. Recoger materiales de aprendizaje a distancia en la escuela todavía está en la lista del Gobernador de viajes aprobados. (https://www.governor.pa.gov/newsroom/gov-wolf-sec-of-health-pennsylvania-on-statewide-stay-at-home-order-beginning-at-8-pm-tonight-most-prudent-option-to-stop-the-spread/). Si el instructor de su hijo le dijo a su hijo que recogiera un libro de texto, un dispositivo de tecnología o un cargador en SUN Tech, siga las instrucciones del instructor como cuándo venir a la escuela (jueves 2nd de abril a las 9 a. m. al mediodía o el viernes 3rd de abril a las 9 a. m. 9 a. m. al mediodía). Tenga en cuenta que la mayoría de los estudiantes no tendrán que venir a la escuela, solo aquellos dirigidos por su instructor. Los estudiantes no podrán entrar en el edificio por ningún motivo y no deben planear recoger artículos personales. Al llegar a la acera frente a la oficina principal, los estudiantes deben llamar al 570-966-1031 y el personal de la oficina caminará artículos a los estudiantes en sus automóviles. Pedimos que todos sigan estos procedimientos para promover la seguridad pública y el distanciamiento social.
Por favor, continúe revisando la pestaña Coronavirus para obtener más información, las llamadas automatizadas son sólo aspectos destacados debido a la duración de la información.
Continuaremos publicando anuncios, ubicaciones de puntos calientes de Internet y recursos de la comunidad y el bienestar en nuestro sitio web bajo la pestaña Coronavirus. Por favor, no dude en ponerse en contacto conmigo con cualquier inquietud dejando un mensaje en 570-966-1031 ext 110 o enviando un correo electrónico a jhain@sun-tech.org.
Tome son y que tenga una buena noche.
Jennifer Hain
March 31, 2020
Good Afternoon SUN Tech Families,
Yesterday Governor Wolf extended school closures until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Your child’s instructors are continuing to reach out to identify technology availability. Instructors will also be inquiring about shirt sizes, our local SkillsUSA organization will be purchasing every student a class t-shirt to distributed later this year. We are also working to put a yearbook together for this year’s graduating class.
We met virtually as an instructional team this week to discuss moving forward to educate the SUN Tech student body. Our Continuity of Education Plan will focus on preparing students to take licensing/certification exams, earn industry credentials, completion of dual enrollment courses (PC NOW), and complete essential skills for employment. Moving forward instructors will have office hours two times a week and are expected to reach out to your child at least once a week. Every Monday assignments will be posted on our website for your child to complete. The technical content will come in many forms: paper and pencil, internet links, online simulations, and online coursework and review. Some assignments will be listed as planned learning (graded) while others will simply be enrichment (ungraded). When the website is up and running, I will send out another automated call directing you to visit the SUN Tech website. Most importantly our goal is to reach every child with the resources available to complete their senior year on a positive note. Please be aware that the SUN Tech parking lot is also an internet hot spot for students.
If your child’s instructor told your child to pick up a textbook, technology device, or charger at SUN Tech, please follow the instructor’s guidance as when to come to the school (Thursday, April 2nd 9am-Noon or Friday, April 3rd 9am-Noon). Note most students will not need to come to the school, only those directed by their instructor. Students will not be allowed in the building for any reason and should not plan to pick up personal items. When arriving to the curb in front of the Main Office, students should call 570-966-1031 and office staff will walk items out to students in their cars. We ask that everyone follow these procedures to promote public safety and social distancing.
We will continue to post announcements, internet hot spot locations, and community and wellness resources to our website under the Coronavirus tab. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any concerns by leaving a message at 570-966-1031 ext 110 or emailing at jhain@sun-tech.org.
Take care and stay safe!
Sincerely,
Jennifer Hain
Administrative Director
31 de marzo de 2020
Buenas tardes Familias de SUN Tech,
Ayer el gobernador Wolf extendió los cierres de escuelas hasta nuevo aviso debido a la pandemia COVID-19. Los instructores de su hijo continúan llegando para identificar la disponibilidad de la tecnología. Los instructores también estarán preguntando sobre el tamaño de las camisas, nuestra organización local de SkillsUSA comprará a cada estudiante una camiseta de clase para distribuir a finales de este año. También estamos trabajando para armar un anuario para la clase de graduación de este año.
Nos reunimos virtualmente como un equipo de instrucción esta semana para discutir seguir adelante para educar al cuerpo estudiantil de SUN Tech. Nuestro Plan de Continuidad de la Educación se centrará en preparar a los estudiantes para tomar exámenes de licencia/certificación, obtener credenciales de la industria, completar cursos de inscripción dual (PC NOW) y completar habilidades esenciales para el empleo. Los instructores de avance tendrán horasde oficinados veces a la semana y se espera que se acerquen a su hijo al menos una vez a la semana. Cada lunes las asignaciones se publicarán en nuestro sitio web para que su hijo las complete. El contenido técnico vendrá en muchasformas: papel y lápiz, enlaces a Internet, simulaciones en línea y cursos y revisión en línea. Algunas tareas se enumerarán como aprendizaje planificado (calificado) mientras que otras simplemente serán enriquecimiento (sin calificar). Cuando el sitio web esté en funcionamiento, enviaré otra llamada automatizada que le indique que visite el sitio web de SUN Tech. Lo más importante es que nuestro objetivo es llegar a todos los niños con los recursos disponibles para completar su último año en una nota positiva. Tenga en cuenta que el estacionamiento de SUN Tech también es un punto caliente de Internet para los estudiantes.
Si el instructor de su hijo le dijo a su hijo que recogiera un libro de texto, un dispositivo de tecnología o un cargador en SUN Tech, siga las instrucciones del instructor como cuándo venir a la escuela (jueves2 de abril a las 9 a. m. al mediodía o el viernes 3rd de abril a las 9 a. m. 9 a. m. al mediodía). Tenga en cuenta que la mayoría de los estudiantes no tendrán que venir a la escuela, solo aquellos dirigidos por su instructor. Los estudiantes no podrán entrar en el edificio por ningún motivo y no deben planear recoger artículos personales. Al llegar a la acera frente a la oficina principal, los estudiantes deben llamar al 570-966-1031 y el personal de la oficina caminará artículos a los estudiantes en sus automóviles. Pedimos que todos sigan estos procedimientos para promover la seguridad pública y el distanciamiento social.
Continuaremos publicando anuncios, ubicacionesde puntos calientes de Internet y recursos dela comunidad y el bienestar en nuestro sitio web bajo la pestaña Coronavirus. Por favor, no dude en ponerse en contacto conmigo con cualquier inquietud dejando un mensaje en 570-966-1031 ext 110 o enviando un correo electrónico a jhain@sun-tech.org.
¡Cuidado y mantente a salvo!
Sinceramente
Jennifer Hain
Director Administrativo
March 30, 2020
Education Resources for Parents and Teachers offered by the Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit: https://www.csiu.org/learningresources
Also, please see the following Guide to Internet Services during COVID 19
March 27, 2020
Good Afternoon SUN Tech Families,
Your child’s success is important to us at SUN Tech and together we will work through these challenging times. Instructors will be reaching out to your family by early next week to understand any concerns, technology needs, and methods we can use moving forward to complete the school year.
Next week I will be meeting with staff and instructors to draft our Continuity of Education Plan moving forward. Our focus will be to assist with completing any PC Now / dual enrollment courses, industry credentials, licensing/certification exam preparation, and finally any topics instructors deem essential to employment.
This coursework will come in a variety of methods that allows every student and each technical program to be successful. Once our system is up and running, a tab will be placed on our website near the Coronavirus tab listing coursework by program. I will also send an automated call to alert your child to the availability of the coursework.
We understand that all licensing exam centers have been closed due to Governor Wolf’s non-essential business closures and tests may not be available until the Summer or Fall. Please assure your child we are committed to do our best in assisting them as much as possible in this unique situation.
Third marking period grading will be ended on March 13th. Report cards will be issued at the earliest convenience.
If at any time you need assistance or have concerns, please email me at jhain@sun-tech.org or call 570-966-1031 ext 110 to leave a message. I will continue to check emails and phone messages often.
Take care, stay safe, and be well.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Hain
Administrative Director
27 de marzo de 2020
Buenas tardes SUN Tech Families,
El éxito de su hijo es importante para nosotros en SUN Tech y juntos trabajaremos en estos tiempos difíciles. Los instructores se comunicarán con su familia a principios de la próxima semana para comprender cualquier inquietud, necesidades tecnológicas y métodos que podamos utilizar para completar el año escolar.
La próxima semana me reuniré con el personal y los instructores para redactar nuestro Plan de Continuidad de Educación en el futuro. Nuestro enfoque será ayudar a completar los cursos de PC Now / inscripción doble, credenciales de la industria, preparación de exámenes de licencia / certificación, y finalmente cualquier tema que los instructores consideren esencial para el empleo.
Este curso vendrá en una variedad de métodos que permiten que cada estudiante y cada programa técnico tengan éxito. Una vez que nuestro sistema esté en funcionamiento, se colocará una pestaña en nuestro sitio web cerca de la pestaña Coronavirus que enumera los cursos por programa. También enviaré una llamada automatizada para alertar a su hijo sobre la disponibilidad de los cursos.
Entendemos que todos los centros de examen de licencias se han cerrado debido a los cierres de negocios no esenciales del gobernador Wolf y las pruebas pueden no estar disponibles hasta el verano o el otoño. Asegúrele a su hijo que estamos comprometidos a hacer todo lo posible para ayudarlo lo más posible en esta situación única.
La calificación del tercer período de calificaciones finalizará el 13 de marzo. Las boletas de calificaciones se emitirán lo antes posible.
Si en algún momento necesita ayuda o tiene inquietudes, envíeme un correo electrónico a jhain@sun-tech.org o llame al 570-966-1031 ext. 110 para dejar un mensaje. Continuaré revisando correos electrónicos y mensajes telefónicos a menudo.
Tenga cuidado, manténgase a salvo y esté bien.
Sinceramente,
Jennifer Hain
Director Administrativo
March 24, 2020
If you or your family is struggling due to the current situation, please know that there are resources to help you. Please visit www.nepa211.org to see the services available, and find out how to apply for them.
March 23, 2020
Dear SUN Tech Families,
Today, Governor Wolf announced all Pennsylvania schools would be closed until after April 6th, with the first student day starting on April 9th unless extending the closure is needed to prevent the continuing spread of the Coronavirus.
Pennsylvania Department of Education announced today that the National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) and National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) testing is cancelled for the 2019-2020 school year.
I will be working with instructors this week to discuss the possibility of an education continuation plan for our SUN Tech students. I appreciate your patience as we work collaboratively to meet your child’s needs as an aspiring skilled professional in the community.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Hain
Administrative Director
23 de marzo de 2020
Estimadas familias de SUN Tech:
Hoy, el Gobernador Wolf anunció que todas las escuelas de Pensilvania permanecerían cerradas hasta después del 6 de abril, y que el primer día para estudiantes comenzaría el 9 de abril, a menos que se necesite extender el cierre para evitar la propagación continua del Coronavirus.
El Departamento de Educación de Pensilvania anunció hoy que las pruebas del Instituto Nacional de Pruebas de Competencia Ocupacional (NOCTI) y el Instituto Nacional de Habilidades para el Trabajo del Metal (NIMS) se cancelan para el año escolar 2019-2020.
Esta semana trabajaré con los instructores para analizar la posibilidad de un plan de continuación educativa para nuestros estudiantes de SUN Tech. Le agradezco su paciencia mientras trabajamos en colaboración para satisfacer las necesidades de su hijo como un aspirante a profesional calificado en la comunidad.
Sinceramente,
Jennifer Hain
March 17, 2020 Building Operations
Dear SUN Tech Families,
SUN Tech will be closing our buildings after March 17, 2020 until further notice from Governor Wolf that students are safe to return to school. Students may come to the Main Office on March 17th between 1PM and 3PM to pick up any personal items. Students will then be escorted individually to his/her classroom. If your child is experiencing any type of illness, please call the Office to make alternate arrangements.
All administrative and support staff will be working remotely from home, effective immediately. Each has remote access capability along with the ability to retrieve phone messages.
More urgent calls can be directed to the following:
General questions: Jennifer Hain, Director (570)966-1031 ext 110 jhain@sun-tech.org
Guidance/Counseling: Erik Strawser, Counselor (570)966-1031 ext 111 estrawser@sun-tech.org
Co-op/Career Guidance: Joe Weisser, Co-op Coordinator (202)-505-0473
Mail delivery will not be operating during this time, please contact us by phone or email for any of your communication needs.
Coursework: Due to limited access of some students, SUN Tech will not be provided online learning at this time. Students may continue to work on prior assignments as enrichment, but no additional graded assignments will be provided at this time. The NOCTI Exam window has been extended to June 1st. As a form of enrichment, students may continue to prepare for NOCTI and licensing exams as time and resources permit.
Report cards for the Third Marking Period will not be run until we return to school.
Competitions: At this time the HOSA conference have been cancelled and expect that may be the same for SkillsUSA (waiting an official announcement).
Food Distribution: All SUN Tech students may visit a food distribution site within their district for a school provided lunch during the shutdown.
Lewisburg School District: https://www.lasd.us/important-school-closure-information-update/
Lewisburg District will be providing meals/food on a daily basis beginning Wednesday, March 18th. It is our intent to provide food consistent with a school lunch and item(s) that can be saved for breakfast the following morning. Distribution of meals/food will take place daily Monday – Friday between 11:30 – 1:00 at:
- Kelly Elementary School – Parent drop off/pick up loop outside in the large parking lot
- Eichhorn Middle School – Bus loop in front of the school
- Downtown at the Former Lewisburg Area High School – School Bus stop under the side awning
Meals/food will be distributed to any school age child, regardless of paid, free, or reduced-price lunch status, provided they are present with their parent, guardian, or are able to show school identification if they come alone.
Selinsgrove School District: https://www.seal-pa.org/2020/03/16/3-16-2020-parent-community-letter/
The Selinsgrove district will be providing grab and go meals for students on weekdays starting Wednesday, 18th. Meals will be available for pick up between 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in front of the middle school. Please plan to drive through the front loop of the middle school, where school district personnel will provide food to you at your vehicle. Be aware that your wait time is dependent upon the time which other families choose to pick up food for their children as well.
Shikellamy School District: http://www.shikbraves.org/
The Shikellamy School District will begin providing school lunches today. Bagged lunches along with a bagged breakfast for the following day will be served as a pick-up service at the following locations between 11-12:30 p.m.:
Sunbury (pick-up time: 11 – 12:30 p.m.)
- Americus Parking Lot
- High School Parking Lot
- Ice Skating Rink Parking Lot
Northumberland (pick-up time: 11- 12:30 p.m.)
- Middle School Parking Lot
- Priestley Elementary Parking Lot
One lunch and one breakfast for the next morning can be picked up for school district students only. The district submitted the waiver form to the State Monday morning and is still awaiting approval from the State. We will start this program with the understanding that our State’s approval will be forthcoming.
Midd-West: https://www.mwsd.cc/
The Midd-West School District invites families and care-givers to drive through and pick up meals beginning Wednesday, March 18, 2020. Pre packed Lunch and Breakfast for the following day will be provided on a first come, first served basis. Students must be present in order for meals to be provided. Please stay in your car as you drive through, and meals will be passed through based on the number of students in your vehicle. If you walk to a site to pick up a meal, please do not congregate at the site.
Pick up is available at the following locations, Monday – Friday at:
Midd-West High School Main Office Loop 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
West Snyder Elementary Office Loop 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Mifflinburg School District: To Be Announced
The Office staff have created a special Coronavirus link in the tool bar of our website. Information communicated to families will continue to be posted here. I will continue to use our email system, Facebook, and phone messaging to keep everyone up to date. Longer detailed messages will be provided through the website due to the limits of our automated system.
Take care everyone!
Sincerely,
Jennifer Hain
Administrative Director
Para ver esta carta traducida al español, haga clic AQUÍ.
March 16, 2020
Students may pick up personal items from 1 pm to 3 pm on Tuesday, March 17th, in the Main Office. After 3 pm, the school will be closed.
Additional information about school lunch drop off points will be coming.
The NOCTI testing window has been extended to June 1st.
March 16, 2020
Due to the closure of all Pennsylvania Public Schools, and the recommendation for “social distancing”, we will be postponing the March 25th Occupational Advisory Committee meetings. As additional information is received from the CDC and Pennsylvania Department of Public Education, we will make decisions concerning the rescheduling of these meetings. Please watch for emails, letters and phone calls concerning this. We thank you for your cooperation during this time.
March 13, 2020
Dear Industry Partners,
Many of you may already know that Governor Wolf announced late today that all Pennsylvania Schools will be closed for the next ten business days and re-open on March 30, 2020. At this time, we will be suspending the SUN Tech Cooperative Education Program during this closure. However, students will have the option to work privately with their employers. All services from SUN Tech will also be suspended during this closure. Should any cooperative education students need assistance, Mr. Weisser can be reached at (202)-505-0473.
We appreciate your support and patience as we move through these uncharted times.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Hain
Administrative Director
March 13, 2020
Should any cooperative education students need assistance, Mr. Weisser can be reached at (202)-505-0473. Any families or students having general needs or concerns, messages will be taken at (570)966-1031 ext 110.
March 13, 2020
Due to Governor Wolf’s announcement, SUN Tech will be closed until Monday, March 30, 2020. The Cooperative Education Program will also be suspended during this closure. However, Co-Op students will have the option to work privately with their employers. Please continue to check the website for further updates and announcements.
Debido al anuncio del Gobernador Wolf, SUN Tech estará cerrado hasta el lunes 30 de marzo de 2020. El Programa de Educación Cooperativa también se suspenderá durante este cierre. Sin embargo, los estudiantes de Co-Op tendrán la opción de trabajar en privado con sus empleadores. Continúe visitando el sitio web para obtener más actualizaciones y anuncios.
February 27, 2020
Dear SUN Tech Parents/Guardians and Students;
While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has not issued specific guidance on the prevention of the coronavirus in schools, we would like to share with you, general guidance offered by the CDC. Currently, there are no documented cases of COVID-19 in Pennsylvania. This information is being shared for situational awareness purposes.
According to the CDC, the symptoms of someone infected with the coronavirus include fever, cough, and shortness of breath. Symptoms may appear anywhere from two to 14 days after an individual has been exposed to the virus. It can be spread through sneezing and coughing, as well as by touching an object or surface containing the virus.
The CDC has set forth the following guidance regarding prevention of the coronavirus:
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
- Follow CDC’s recommendations for using a facemask.
- CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.
- Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).
- 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 if hands are visibly dirty.
From a practical standpoint, the most important things we can do to help ensure the safety of our school community is to frequently wash our hands (before eating, before and after using the restroom, after we cough or sneeze, etc.), and also stay home when we are sick so we do not run the risk of infecting others.
The cleaning products we use in the school should be effective in killing the coronavirus. It is also suggested that Lysol spray and disinfecting wipes should be effective in killing the virus as well.
More information on the coronavirus can be found on the CDC’s web site here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html .
Should you have further concerns or questions, please fee free to reach out to my office at
(570)-966-1031 ext. 110 or jhain@sun-tech.org.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Hain
Administrative Director