Important Information from the Superintendent

November 23, 2020

Dear North Babylon Community,
As you know, over the past several weeks there has been an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases that have been reported in our area, state, and nation. As a result, Governor Cuomo has implemented a “Microcluster Initiative” which will identify specific areas (zip code, town, county, etc.) with rising COVID-19 cases. Depending on the percentage of positive cases, the Department of Health could designate our area as a yellow, orange, or red zone. 

When these areas include a school, the school district must ensure that COVID-19 testing of a random selection of students and staff is accomplished within a set time period. The purpose of this communication is to inform you of the possibility that our district could be identified as being located in one of these zones over the course of the next several weeks or months. To navigate this possibility, we will all need to work together as a community to do what is necessary to keep our schools open.

At this time, we don’t know if or when the North Babylon School District will be impacted by these designations. Should we learn that our district falls into one of these zones, we will notify you promptly.

This information is being shared with you so that you are aware of the new guidelines and testing requirements that the district must adhere to in order to remain open. 

Please look for communication in the near future with detailed information regarding the ‘yellow zone’ and testing. Please click the link below for additional information on micro clusters: Gov. Cuomo Micro-cluster Initiative.

As a reminder, please use the travel form to alert the district of any travel outside of NY and contiguous states.

Finally, I would also like to take this opportunity to remind you to follow all recommended guidelines from the Department of Health over the Thanksgiving holiday.

Wishing you and your family a safe and Happy Thanksgiving. 

Sincerely,
Glen A, Eschbach
Superintendent


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