COVID-19 - Coronavirus Information
Governor Newsom issues Executive Order to remain home - March 19, 2020
- Stay home except for essential needs (school meal service to continue)
El Dorado County Issues Shelter-In-Place Directive - March 19, 2020
Message to El Dorado County: School Closure Extension
Listing of School Closures
UPDATE: El Dorado County COVID-19 Status
The El Dorado County Office of Education collaborates regularly with our county health department and state officials to ensure that county-wide programs and school districts remain informed and have the resources needed to help maintain healthy learning environments. Schools are taking proactive steps to prevent the spread of any illness, including increased cleaning protocols and reinforcing proper hygiene practices.
Helpful Links
- El Dorado County Public Health - Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) Update for El Dorado County
- California Department of Public Health - Official COVID-19 information and Guidance Documents from the State of California
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- Centers for Disease Control (CDC) - Official COVID-19 information from the United States Centers for Disease Control
- CDC Situation Summary - Main summary page of current information regarding COVID-19
- CDC “What You Should Know” Page - Good summaries about how COVID-19 spreads, symptoms, prevention & treatment, etc.
- Respiratory Etiquette - CDC’s “Cover Your Cough” page
- CDC Mass Gatherings - New specifics for gatherings (3/15/20)
- Manage Stress & Anxiety - Helpful tips on how to manage stress & anxiety related to COVID-19
For Parents:
The El Dorado County Office of Education (EDCOE) is working closely with the El Dorado County Public Health (HHSA). Collaborative communication between EDCOE, HHSA and District Superintendents is taking place regularly.
Please remember these helpful hints to protect ourselves from any viruses:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for no less than 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Refrain from shaking hands when greeting others.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
- Cover your nose and mouth when sneezing. Cough or sneeze into your sleeve or elbow, not into your hands. You may also use a tissue when you sneeze, cough or blow your nose. Quickly throw away used tissues then wash your hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Most germs spread when a sick person coughs, sneezes or talks.
- Do not share food, utensils, beverages, towels, lip balm/lipstick, phones or anything else that might become contaminated with germs.
- If you are suffering from a respiratory illness and running a fever >100 degrees, please remain home until you are well.
Food Service Availability
Talking to Children about COVID-19
- Talking to Children About COVID-19: A Parent Resource - Recommendations from the National Association of School Psychologists about how to talk to children about COVID-19.
Resources for Schools:
- CDE COVID-19 Webpage - Information including guidance for schools.
- CDC Guidance for Schools - Official information from the Centers for Disease Control for schools, including differentiating between communities that have a known case and those that do not.
- Preparing for COVID-19: A Guide for Schools
Additional Resources:
CDC Flyer - Stop the Spread of Germs - COVID-19 - English
CDC Flyer - Stop the Spread of Germs - COVID-19 - Spanish