COVID-19

Thank you for partnering with the South-Western City School District to help keep our students and staff members safe and healthy.

Keep children at home if they exhibit any of these COVID-19 symptoms:

• Fever of 100.4°F or higher

• New or worsening cough

• Loss of taste or smell

• Shortness of breath

• Sore throat

• Diarrhea or vomiting

• New-onset severe headache

*For children with chronic medical conditions (such as allergies, asthma, or migraine), symptoms should represent a change from their usual health status.

*If you think your child has a medical emergency or life-threatening condition, always call 911 immediately.

*Children without any of the symptoms listed above who have non-specific symptoms such as congestion, runny nose, fatigue or body aches should be kept at home if their care giver suspects their child may have an infection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the district intend to require COVID vaccinations for students or staff?

A: The district strongly encourages eligible individuals to get vaccinated. At this time, we are not requiring a COVID vaccination to attend or work in our schools.

Q: Can I select a vaccinated teacher for my child?

A: We are prohibited from sharing the vaccine status of students and staff due to FERPA and HIPAA regulations.