FCPS Approach to CDC's 5 Mitigation Strategies
Consistent and Correct Use of Masks
●New FCPS Regulation: Face Coverings to Mitigate the Spread of Infectious Disease (Regulation 2109)
●Face coverings will be worn by staff and students.
●Face coverings will be provided to students unable to provide their own.
Cleaning and Disinfection
●Daily sanitizing of high touch areas (doorknobs, handles, fixtures, etc.) with medical grade
sanitizing solution
●Frequent monitoring and cleaning of restrooms throughout the day
●Contracted cleaning services utilized as needed
Contact Tracing in Collaboration With Local Health Department
●Collaborate with County Health Department in response to outbreaks in order to implement all necessary health and safety protocols
●Establishment of isolation rooms
Social Distancing to the Largest Extent Possible
●Six foot separation wherever possible; limited mixing among student groups
●Social distancing on buses in accordance with health and safety protocols
●Desks will be separated by up to a six feet distance, facing same direction
●Students will eat meals in classrooms whenever possible
●Student traffic patterns that maintain social distancing
●Limit volunteers/visitors in buildings
Hand Hygiene and Respiratory Etiquette
●Students will wash hands for at least 20 seconds after blowing nose, coughing, or sneezing; before eating; upon entering classrooms; breaks will be provided for hand washing.