01/24/2022 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/24/2022 08:45
It's critical that K-12 schools implement safety measures to keep schools open and students and staff healthy and safe from COVID-19. One key measure is regular COVID-19 testing in schools.
When used with vaccination, physical distancing, and properly wearing a mask, regular COVID-19 testing in schools can:
CDC urges you to implement COVID-19 testing programs at schools within your district and support and encourage program participation among parents and staff.
Find tools and resources to start and support school-based testing:
This toolkit includes materials that school administrators can use to help promote regular COVID-19 testing programs and encourage participation among parents, students, and school staff. Many of these materials are customizable and can be adapted according to the school's needs.
Customizable Letters and Q&As