COVID-19 FAQ

Where is the district getting direction?

District leadership is communicating regularly with the Washington State Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction and the Department of Health, to ensure we have accurate information to share with parents, staff and students.

There are several major documents which guide our reopening plan, along with feedback from students and parents/guardians via our surveys.

Parent/Guardian feedback via Mid-Point Survey and Fall 2022 Family Survey from 3-8-22 School Board meeting & WSD Parent Survey (Spring 2020, Fall 2020, and preliminary Spring 2021 survey results)
Washington Department of Health School Guidance [updated 8-2022]
- This document outlines the suggested metrics that local health authorities and school district officials in deciding whether to resume in-person learning.
Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) guidance for sports
- The WIAA offers guidelines for safe practices, matches, and competitions within COVID-19 regulations.
Department of Labor and Industries COVID-19 Workplace Safety and Health Requirements
- As employers, schools have an obligation to provide employees a safe and healthy work site in accordance with state and federal law and safety and health rules, including addressing hazards associated with COVID-19.
Washington Department of Health, OPSI and L&I – Employer Health and Safety Requirements for School Scenarios
- Health and safety for workplaces specifically tailored to school situations, covers personal protective equipment needed in different job types.
CDC Guidelines for quarantining

How are you keeping students and staff safe?

The district has implemented a number of safety routines and protocols that are keeping students and staff safe as they come back to campus. We have implemented daily health screenings, mandatory face coverings, social distancing, hand washing, additional cleaning, signage, and staff training to ensure our facilities are safe. Our Fall 2020 Health and Safety Training Presentation, shared with the school board on October 13, 2020, offers more details about the safety planning.

Student and Staff Health Screening Flowchart From State Department of Health (updated 10-7-2021)
Cleaning and Disinfecting Procedure (updated 10-2020)
Close Contact, Suspected, Presumed Positive, or Confirmed COVID-19 Case Protocol (updated 1-2021)

Is the District Office open?

Yes! Please check to see if you can do your business over the phone before coming to visit. You can reach us during business hours – 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM at 360-954-3000. We require all staff and visitors to do a health screening, wear a mask, and to adhere to social distancing protocols.

What resources are available for staff, students, and their families, who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic?

If a student or their family is struggling financially, our Family Resource Center staff can provide support. The Family Resource Coordinators are very good at connecting individuals with support and resources in our community, in addition to resources we may have available at your student’s school.
We recognize that remaining isolated or quarantined at home may be difficult and impact individuals and their family financially. There are many resources available to help people impacted by COVID-19 at the links below:
Clark County website for school-specific links, see “Schools and childcare facilities” https://clark.wa.gov/public-health/covid-19-resources