Principal Newsletter 3/5/2020

We understand that families may have questions and concerns regarding the COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) and how it may affect our schools. Although at this point in time, the CDC has reported that the general public is at low risk, here are general precautions we can all take to help stay healthy. The precautions to help prevent colds and the flu can help protect against COVID-19. Custodial staff are working hard and sanitizing buildings daily.

Please remind your child that these steps will also help at home:

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, if unable to wash, use alcohol-based hand sanitizers• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth

• Cover your coughs or sneezes with a tissue or into your elbow sleeve (not with your hands)

• Stay away from people who are sick and stay home when you are sick

For more information: DPH has created a website updated constantly with the latest guidance, including printable fact sheets in multiple languages. Visit: www.mass.gov/2019coronavirus. For questions, call the DPH Epidemiology Line at 24 hours a day/7 days a week at 617-983-6800. For more, visit the CDC website at: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html.

Parent/teacher conferences are March 19 and March 20. These are both half days. If you have not already scheduled a time, please contact your child’s teacher.

Wednesday, March 11 is a half day. Spirit day is a “stuffy” day. The stuffed animal has to be shorter/smaller than the length of one’s arm.

Thursday, March 12 is an All School Sing in our auditorium starting at 8:50.

Melissa Pitrat