An important reminder; even though that as a district we are no longer collecting the Daily Health Tickets when students arrive at school, it is crucially important for the health and safety of all students and staff that families continue to screen their children each morning and keep students home if they are are demonstrating any of the following symptoms that cannot be explained by a chronic condition:
- Cough
- Fever
- Chills
- Body aches
- Sore throat
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Diarrhea
- Stuffy nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Loss of taste or smell
- Shortness of breath
Unfortunately, we have needed to send multiple students home over the past two days who were demonstrating these symptoms at school. This can unintentionally put other students and staff at risk. Our school community, students, families, and staff, have worked so hard together all year to keep everyone healthy and safe. I would ask that we continue to follow the guidelines, protocols, and routines that have been so successful for OCRS to this point in the school year. I know that we all want to go into the third trimester on a positive note and finish the school year successfully for all of our students.
I appreciate your cooperation and, as always, please reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns.
Thank you,
Mr. Barrette
