Unity Elementary Back-to-School Plan
Fall 2021
Unit Seven has been preparing and planning for a safe and healthy reopening of schools. Our educational plans and operational protocols are based on guidance from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the Restore Illinois plan. The safety and well-being of all our community members is our priority. Here are some measures we will be taking to help mitigate risk while on school grounds.
Social & Physical Distancing
A minimum of 3 feet of social distancing will be used to the greatest extent possible. This includes hallways, classrooms, cafeterias, playgrounds, offices, and other common areas. Signs and other visual reminders (tape, stickers, etc) will be used to help indicate the appropriate distance.
Masks & Face Shields
Masks must be worn at all times in school buildings by students, staff, and visitors. Masks must be worn on the school bus. Masks do not need to be worn outside.
Hand Washing & Sanitizing
Frequent hand washing and sanitizing are key to helping prevent the spread of COVID-19. Here are some of the ways we will promote hand washing and sanitizing. ● Signs will be posted throughout the building promoting clean hands and good personal hygiene
- Students will be instructed on the proper way to wash hands (per CDC Guidelines)
- Students will be reminded to avoid touching their eyes, nose, and mouth ● Time will be provided to wash or sanitize hands before and after activities, recess, specials, etc.
Lunchroom
- Students will be at least 3 ft distanced while at the tables.
- Lunchboxes will remain in the classrooms. Please send all lunch items in disposable packaging. Anything coming to the cafeteria should be able to be thrown away.
Volunteers & Visitors
At this time, we will maintain a closed campus which means no volunteers and only essential visitors will be allowed in the building.