COVID-19 RESOURCES

MARCH 13, 2020

IMPORTANT UPDATE:  CLOSURE OF SCHOOL

To the Families of the Tri-Valley School District,

The health, safety and security of our students and staff are our highest priorities. We take very seriously our role in the protection of our most precious people. It is my hope that you believe in our commitment to your child and the well-being of all in our school community.

The recent events surrounding the COVID-19 Corornavirus have made for difficult decisions on the national, state and local level. While there is an abundance of information available, guidance and direction have been limited. With that being the case, we are left with trying to make the best decision possible, in areas that are not part of our expertise.

After conferring with state officials, county superintendents and analyzing the best data available at this time, we will institute the following:

·        Beginning Monday, March 16, 2020 all schools in the Tri-Valley School District will be closed for two-weeks. No one is to enter without approval of the Superintendent. The Tentative Reopen date is March 30, 2020.

·        During the two-week break, the buildings will be thoroughly cleaned and then closed. For those essential people who are needed to clean and secure the buildings during that time, extra protocols will be in place to ensure contamination does not occur.

·        No school events of any kind will occur. They will be postponed when possible or cancelled if that is the only other option.

·        At this time, the makeup of school days will occur through the utilization of makeup days at the Easter holiday and days added to the end of the year. This is subject to change should the Department of Education provide relief in some way. If so, our district will seek that relief whether it is in number of required days or hours.

·        During the two-week period, we highly recommend that students do not regularly leave their home, travel or place themselves in situations that promote the transmission of the virus. We ask that everyone follows the rules established for social distancing and the hygiene efforts that have been in place for some time.

Please know that this decision does not come without knowledge of the disruption this causes for our students, staff and families. It has not been taken lightly. We recognize the burden this places on families. We are also saddened with the possible opportunities that are lost because of the closure. It is only because of the possible health risks to so many that this decision, while difficult, is being made.  None of us want to be the one whose child is sick or whose grandparent becomes gravely ill. Mitigating the number infected is our main goal.

In a best case, the virus begins to fade, affects very few, and we return to classes soon. The worst case scenario has played out across the world. We hope to reduce that likelihood.

Sincerely,

Mark D. Snyder, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Tri-Valley School District

Urgent Parent Letter TVSD Closure Covid-19 Update 

HEALTH UPDATE:  SCHUYLKILL COUNTY RESPONSE TO CORONAVIRUS COVID-19

See the attached important notice regarding the Schuylkill County Response to Coronavirus COVID-19.

Please also be aware regular updates will be provided as the situation continues to develop.

Mark D. Snyder, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Tri-Valley School District

COVID-19 Letter to Parents Final 3-12-2020 REV1

HEALTH UPDATE:  CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19)

In the Tri-Valley School District, the health, safety and well-being of our students and staff are our top priorities. With the recently elevated discussion regarding the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in the news, we want to take a moment to reinforce preventive safety measures and reference our process and communications.

At this time, there have only been a small number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in the United States. As a school district, we are closely monitoring the situation and taking guidance from the Pennsylvania Department of Health and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). There is currently no recommendation to close schools in the United States.

We all play a role in reducing the likelihood of a coronavirus outbreak in our school district community. We encourage everyone to practice good habits, including:

● Wash your hands regularly, especially after using the restroom and before preparing or consuming food. 

        Using soap and hot water, wash for about 20 seconds. Be sure to also wash your fingertips;

● Avoid coughing or sneezing into your hands or in the air. Always try to cough or sneeze into a tissue, and                then throw the tissue away. If you don’t have a tissue, cough/sneeze into your arm;

● As much as you can, avoid touching your eyes, mouth and nose;

● If children are feeling sick, please keep them home from school. Allow them some time to feel better so that 

        they do not risk infecting others;

● As always, if you have any concerns regarding your child’s health, it is recommended that you consult with 

        your child’s primary care physician.

Please see the attached CDC Fact Sheet regarding the Coronavirus. Additional resources can be found at: 

● Pennsylvania Department of Health https://www.health.pa.gov/Pages/default.aspx

● U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Information 

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-in-us.html

Mark D. Snyder, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Tri-Valley School District

CDC Fact Sheet Coronavirus