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The federal government identified additional resources that highlight strategies for school safety. Use these resources to learn more about infectious diseases and public health.
Keep Children Healthy During the COVID-19 Outbreak
Department of Health and Human Services, June 2020
Based on available evidence, most children do not appear to be at higher risk for COVID-19 than adults. While some children and infants have been sick with COVID-19, adults make up most of the known cases to date.
Guidance for Administrators of US K-12 Schools
Department of Health and Human Services, April 2020
Visit this CDC page for information on interim guidance for school administrators in response to COVID-19.
Be COVID Prepared Plan Template
Department of Health and Human Services and Federal Emergency Management Agency, 2020
To help with COVID-19 preparedness, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) have developed this emergency plan template to organize some key steps you may want to take. This template should not replace the guidance from your school but can be used in addition to the direction you’re being provided.