- Ashland Public Schools
- Frequently Asked Questions
General Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the process for reporting confirmed positive cases?
- School nurses should be informed of any COVID-19 related situation including symptoms, absences, and scheduled testing.
- Families must inform their child's school nurse of the student's positive COVID-19 test results.
- Positive students or their families have the responsibility of notifying anyone they believe would be considered a close contact.
- School nurses should be informed of any COVID-19 related situation including symptoms, absences, and scheduled testing.
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How will I know if someone in my child(ren)'s school has COVID?
- Families of impacted children will be notified by their building principals. Please make sure your child’s school has an updated email address to ensure you receive notifications. At the high school, impacted students will be notified by email. Please ask your high school student to check their school email account regularly.
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What is the plan for students who are confirmed with COVID-19?
- Students with confirmed COVID-19 must follow isolation protocols as determined by the Board of Health. Please contact your school nurse for more guidance.
- Review our Parent's Guide for Decision-Making During a Pandemic flowchart.
- Students with confirmed COVID-19 must follow isolation protocols as determined by the Board of Health. Please contact your school nurse for more guidance.
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What mitigation strategies will be implemented on the bus?
Bus riders may choose to wear a mask while on the bus, but it is not required.
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What are the safety plans for children with disabilities?
- Mask wearing is required for all students, including those with disabilities unless a medical exemption is in place.
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What types of PPE will be provided to students at school?
Parents may provide their child(ren) with a clean mask each school day. If a child forgets their mask or it breaks, schools do have extra masks available.
