From staff reports
Forest Area School District is monitoring the coronavirus outbreak and the potential for a pandemic in Pennsylvania.
The district announced Friday it will be engaging in some proactive steps. Those steps include:
– Students, staff and community are reminded about the importance of washing their hands regularly. Hands should be washed for at least 20 seconds, especially after using the restroom, before eating, and after coughing or sneezing.
– Students and staff are asked to stay home when they are sick with respiratory disease symptoms.
At the present time, these symptoms are more likely due to influenza or other respiratory viruses than to the coronavirus, but it is important to see a health care provider if their are any questions.
– Desktops and other frequently touched surfaces are being disinfected regularly and we will be sure that anti-bacterial wipes and hand sanitizers are available for teacher and student use.
– The school district will be monitoring student and staff absences due to illness and working in partnership with the Department of Health to report and respond to any concerns that may be related to the coronavirus.