COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS
Updated February 9, 2024
MITIGATION STRATEGIES
Vaccinations: Students, staff, and teaching artists are no longer required to provide proof of vaccination.
Masks: Masks are optional unless specifically requested by a student or teaching artist. In the event that masking is requested for a specific class, those students will receive an email no later than three days prior to the class start date. We may also require masking in the event of exposure.
If our optional mask policy presents a direct risk to your family, please reach out to info@coyotecentral.org.
Ventilation: To the extent possible, windows/doors will remain open during classes. HEPA air filters and/or ventilation fans are available for each classroom.
PROTOCOL
For more detailed information, see the WA Department of Health Decision Tree.
What if I have a positive exposure?
- monitor for 10-14 days and wear a mask in class
- test if you feel symptoms start
What if I have symptoms after exposure? When can I come back to class?
- stay home and test
- isolate for 5 days & continue testing every 48 hours
- if you still have symptoms after 5 days but are testing negative, you can come back to class but must wear a mask for 10 days
What if I test positive? When can I come back to class?
- isolate for 6 days (the day of testing is considered Day 0)
- if you test negative after isolating AND are symptom free, you can come back to class but must wear a mask for 5 days
- if you're still testing positive after isolating but have no symptoms, you can come back to class but must wear a mask for 10 days
KEY DEFINITIONS
What are COVID symptoms?
People with COVID-19 have a wide range of reported symptoms- from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus that causes COVID-19.
Symptoms can include:
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
When is the infectious period?
The infectious period of someone with COVID starts two days before the onset of symptoms, or is estimated as two days before the positive test collection date if someone with COVID is asymptomatic.
What does it mean to isolate?
Isolation means you stay home and away from others (including household members) for the recommended period of time (see above) to avoid spreading illness. Isolation is for those who have tested positive for COVID-19, or who have symptoms of COVID-19, or who are awaiting test results.