COVID-19/SIMILAR COMMUNICABLE DISEASES

  • NC DHHS has removed their StrongSchools COVID guidance requirements and advises districts to follow the CDC guidance for preventing the spread of infection in K-12 schools. People who have symptoms of respiratory or gastrointestinal infections, such as cough, fever, sore throat, vomiting, or diarrhea, should stay home. If someone is sick they should stay home until they have been fever free for at least 24 hours without taking fever reducing medicines.

    For school-related outbreaks of reportable communicable diseases, the health department works directly with CMS, providing notification and guidance for health and safety in our buildings. The notification must maintain confidentiality in accordance with NCGS § 130A143 and all other state and federal laws. Additional guidance to individuals will be provided based on the situation and established protocols will be followed.

    Contact Information

    For more information, visit the Coordinated School Health website at https://nc50000755.schoolwires.net/Page/713www.cms.k12.nc.us/CMSDEPARTMENTS/CSH/Pages/default.aspx or contact a CMS Coordinated School Health Specialist: