OUR SCHOOL'S COVID PLAN
- Welcome to our COVID response page. Below you’ll find all the critical information about how PS 76 is changing the way we operate to reduce the risk of COVID infection.
- We are doing everything we can to make sure staff, students, and families are safe.
- Please check back regularly, as we will update the information here as conditions change.
- The NYC Department of Education also has important information and resources for you.
2020-21 School Year Calendar:
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/news/2020-2021-school-year-calendar?fbclid=IwAR0tdESVNHP0_yQ7vJnE6WcOWzhkoYBilw9uH_ML_-zMF7Ukew9k0GbzKE8
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/news/2020-2021-school-year-calendar?fbclid=IwAR0tdESVNHP0_yQ7vJnE6WcOWzhkoYBilw9uH_ML_-zMF7Ukew9k0GbzKE8
Technology
Visit the Technical Tools for Learning webpage for quick links to information regarding DOE Student Accounts, NYC Schools Accounts, Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams, iPad Requests, Translated Support for Remote Learning and more!
Visit the Technical Tools for Learning webpage for quick links to information regarding DOE Student Accounts, NYC Schools Accounts, Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams, iPad Requests, Translated Support for Remote Learning and more!
SAFETY INFORMATION
Responsibilities While in the Building
We have put safety procedures in place to keep our students and staff healthy.
In addition to asking everyone to wear masks, wash hands, and maintain social distancing, our school has taken several steps to improve the safety of our staff and students. These steps have been recommended by local health authorities to reduce the risk of transmission of COVID-19 and other illnesses.
Responsibilities While in the Building
We have put safety procedures in place to keep our students and staff healthy.
- Masks: Masks must be worn at all times by all adults (teachers, staff, and visitors) and by students while in the building. If your child is unable to wear a mask for medical reasons, please contact the main office as soon as possible (718-361-7464).
- Handwashing: Students and staff are expected to wash hands thoroughly before and after eating, after using the bathroom, if exposed to body fluids (like saliva or a sneeze), and at other times necessary throughout the day.
- Drop-off and pickup procedures: Students will have designated drop-off and pick-up locations. Please maintain social distancing between families during drop-off and pick-up. Parents are not allowed to enter the building with their child unless arrangements have been made in advance with the office.
- Visiting our school: We are limiting visitors to the school during this time. All visits must be pre-approved and scheduled with the main office.
- While in the building: When you enter the building, please check in at the front security desk. During check-in, you will be given a name tag and reminded to wear your mask at all times.
- Traffic flow in hallways and common areas: Hallways will have a one-way directional flow with directional markings. Please keep at least 6 ft. distance between yourself and others.
- Illness: Students and staff exhibiting signs of illness or having a fever of greater than 99.9°F must stay home. If you or someone you know has COVID-19 (or shows symptoms of COVID-19 such as coughing or fever), it is required that you stay home or at a designated care facility for a minimum of 14 days. Please contact us as soon as possible.
- Directions for local COVID testing: Please visit the NYC COVID-19 Citywide Information Portal page to find a test site.
In addition to asking everyone to wear masks, wash hands, and maintain social distancing, our school has taken several steps to improve the safety of our staff and students. These steps have been recommended by local health authorities to reduce the risk of transmission of COVID-19 and other illnesses.
- Changes in class sizes: We've reduced the average class size for in-person instruction.
- Student Lunches: Student lunches will be delivered to the classrooms during their assigned lunch periods by our School Aides.
- Improvements in ventilation: In an effort to maximize air circulation, we are opening windows whenever possible.
- Increases in cleaning frequency: Our custodial team is committed to cleaning all classrooms daily. In addition, all classroom teachers have been provided with sanitizing wipes to wipe down surfaces and shared resources on an as-needed basis throughout the school day.
- Hand sanitation: All bathrooms have been stocked with extra soap for frequent hand washing. In addition, we have installed hand sanitizer stations in each classroom.
- Isolation Room: We have designated an Isolation Room for students displaying symptoms of COVID-19.
KEY CONTACT
If you have any questions about our COVID-19 plan,
please contact Parent Coordinator, Simone Garcia:
Email
SGarcia13@schools.nyc.gov
Phone
718-361-7464
Address
36-36 10th Street, Long Island City, NY 11106
*You can also connect with your teachers directly using the Staff Directory.
If you have any questions about our COVID-19 plan,
please contact Parent Coordinator, Simone Garcia:
SGarcia13@schools.nyc.gov
Phone
718-361-7464
Address
36-36 10th Street, Long Island City, NY 11106
*You can also connect with your teachers directly using the Staff Directory.