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While there have been no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Colorado to date, we want to take this opportunity to assure you that Canon City Schools is monitoring the concern around this virus and are collaborating with our public health partners. The school district has a medical/illness preparedness plan and we work in coordination with our local and state agencies to ensure proper protocols and responses are in place.
It is important to know that if there were to be an outbreak, we would follow our preparedness plan and the health department’s lead on any health measures needed. Our focus will be to ensure the safety of students and staff.
What can I do to stay healthy?
Again, the risk to the general public in the U.S. from this virus is currently considered low, however just as is recommended for other respiratory viruses, people can protect themselves and others through some simple actions:
Protecting yourself from Coronavirus COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses (source: CDPHE):
If you are healthy:
- Continue your normal routine. This means you can continue to participate in public gatherings such as work, school, or social activities.
- Get your flu shot, and stay up-to-date on other routine childhood and adult immunizations.
- Wash your hands with soap and water or, at minimum, use an alcohol-based hand rub, which may be less effective than soap and water.
- Avoid close contact with anyone with cold or flu-like symptoms.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces such as desks, doorknobs, handrails.
If you are sick:
- Stay home
- Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or your inner elbow shirt sleeve.
- Wash your hands with soap and water or, at minimum, alcohol-based hand rub, which may be less effective than soap and water.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Avoid close contact with anyone else with cold or flu-like symptoms.
- Get your flu shot, and stay up-to-date on other routine childhood and adult immunizations.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces such as desks, doorknobs, and handrails.Additionally, we have stringent cleaning practices in place at all of our district schools and facilities to help avoid disease transmission. Our custodial services staff are receiving additional training and are monitoring the situation to ensure safe practices are in place.
In sharing this information with you today, our intention is to provide factual information about Coronavirus COVID-19 and tips on reducing the spread of disease. As a community, we must work together for the safety and well-being of all of us and we appreciate your ongoing support of our schools.