The latest on the Coronavirus
Colorado Springs Charter
Academy is actively taking steps to:
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help prevent the transmission and
spread of COVID-19;
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protect our students, staff, and
community; and
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minimize the disruption of teaching
and learning.
We are actively reviewing and updating our Emergency
Operations Plan for Infectious Diseases, as well as creating multi-tiered
education and communication plans.
These plans build on everyday practices, such as educating
about proper hygiene, monitoring absenteeism and communicating regularly.
Should a case or outbreak of COVID-19 be identified within our community, these
plans will allow us to react quickly.
We are following the guidance of local, state and national
health departments, but please remember this is a rapidly changing situation.
As we update information and plans, we will share them with you. Below is a
list of actions we are currently taking. CSCA is:
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Following guidelines from the El
Paso County Health Department for cleaning
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Monitoring absenteeism within our
schools and departments
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Working closely with the El Paso
County Department of Public Health
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Establishing procedures for students
and staff who test positive for COVID-19
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Creating criteria for holding and/or
cancelling large-scale events and gatherings
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Determining plans if school/building
closures are needed
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Developing guidance for
domestic/international travel and school reentry
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Developing education and
communication about proper hygiene
Prevent the spread of disease
National, state and regional health agencies recommend we:
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Develop education and communication
about proper hygiene
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wash our hands often with soap and
water,
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cover coughs and sneezes by sneezing
into an elbow or tissue,
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clean frequently touched surfaces
and objects,
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stay home if you are sick,
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avoid close contact with other
people,
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get a flu vaccination, and
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avoid touching your eyes, nose or
mouth.
Stay informed with reliable and factual
information:
El Paso County Resources
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Information from El Paso County Public Health
Department
Colorado Resources
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CDPHE - Coronavirus in Colorado
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CDPHE - 2019 Coronavirus (COVID-19) Factsheet
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CDPHE - Planning for Schools and Child Care
Facilities
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CDPHE - How Sick is Too Sick
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CDPHE - Guidance for School Nurses and
Childcare
Additional Resources
- CDPHE - Current Covid-19 Testing Criteria in Colorado
- A Guide to Managing Stress in Crisis Response Professions
National Resources
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Center for Disease Control and Prevention –
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Published