Covid-19 cases may be on the rise and it appears that this is an issue that is still with us. It would be prudent to assume that there are positive cases in our community and in our schools. It is important to protect yourselves and others from the virus.
First, closely monitor yourself and your family for the following symptoms:
People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. Anyone can have mild to severe symptoms. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
Fever or chills
Cough
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Fatigue
Muscle or body aches
Headache
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
Congestion or runny nose
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhea
This list does not include all possible symptoms. CDC will continue to update this list as we learn more about COVID-19. Older adults and people who have severe underlying medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness.
Second, please do not send children to school if they have had a positive COVID-19 test or are symptomatic.
At this time we are recommending not requiring face coverings. This complies with the current Iowa Law.
If you or someone in your family have a positive test or are symptomatic the following is the most recent IDPH Guidance:
Positive COVID-19 Test Result/Symptoms related to COVID-19
Persons with confirmed COVID-19 diagnosis:
10 days after symptoms start and 24 hours with no fever and improved symptoms OR 10 days after positive test (if no symptoms).
(Iowa Department of Public Health and Human Services Guidance 5/14/21)
The link below is to the current ECSD Return to Learn Plan
Stay Safe, Stay Well!!!!!!!!
Darren D. Hanna
Superintendent of Schools
Emmetsburg Community School District