Schools, colleges and universities continue implementing policies to operate in the safest way possible as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. The most often used strategies to prevent COVID-19 outbreaks are encouraging or requiring vaccination, wearing masks and social distancing. But evidence shows that upgrading ventilation and filtration to improve air quality is another crucial tactic in fighting the spread of the virus. In fact, American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds are available to help with these costs.
Key CDC Recommendations for Schools and Higher Ed
As pandemic conditions change, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) alters its guidelines to address public health concerns. In general, the agency advocates COVID-19 vaccinations as the top strategy to reduce the spread of the virus and to continue in-person learning and extracurricular activities at K-12 schools. In addition, the CDC recommends school officials use a multilayered approach to combat disease transmission. This includes indoor masking by students, teachers and visitors. The CDC’s guidance to higher education administrators is a similar mix of mitigation tactics.
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