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.