• Dear Parents/Guardians                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   I am sure all the information that is out there regarding COVID19 (Corona Virus) can be somewhat overwhelmng, with so many questions and so much still unknown.  My hope is for everyone to try their best in remaining calm and to be a good example for our children.  Life as we know it has changed for the entite world but we will get through it by working together.  Let's try to embrace this challange to bring good and positivity into the world.  Our children will remember this time in history.  I hope that they will be proud of how we responded.   I have litsted a few links below that I hope will be helpful.                                                                                                                               

    May God Bless you & your family and keep them safe in His care +                                                                                                                                                                                 

    Diane M. Sabanos R.N.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             St. Mary's School Nurse                                                                                                                                                                                      

    Frequently Asked Questions -  COVID-19 virus

    Below please find the latest questions that we have received about the school/district response to the COVID-19 virus and our answers. It will be updated as additional questions arise.

    • Where can I find additional information about the COVID-19 virus? The CDC has a list of frequently asked questions and recommended best practices for staying healthy posted HERE.  The New York State Department of Health info and statewide updates regarding the virus are HERE.

    • What do I tell my child(ren) about the virus and how do I help them understand what is happening? Please remain calm and reassuring and give them age appropriate information. Try to limit over-exposure to the television news and social media. Additional information is available from NASP – click HERE. 

    • Where do I get additional info and resources? We are posting updated info on our Health Department page via the district website at https://www.bscsd.org/Page/191. 

    • How do I help my child(ren) clean their electronic devices? Cell phones and/or other electronic devices should be cleaned every day to help prevent the spread of germs. There are a number of websites that give proper instruction on this, most of which discourage the use of Clorox wipes and similar products. 

       

    • Your Guide to Mask Wearing: 

       https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/about-face-coverings.html#print

    • Preventative Measures

      Preventative measures to the spread of the coronavirus disease 2019

       

         Handwashing Guide