Important update: Healthcare facilities

CDC has updated select ways to operate healthcare systems effectively in response to COVID-19 vaccination. Learn more

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UPDATE

Given new evidence on the B.1.617.2 (Delta) variant, CDC has updated the guidance for fully vaccinated people. CDC recommends universal indoor masking for all teachers, staff, students, and visitors to K-12 schools, regardless of vaccination status. Children should return to full-time in-person learning in the fall with layered prevention strategies in place.

UPDATE

The White House announced that vaccines will be required for international travelers coming into the United States, with an effective date of November 8, 2021. For purposes of entry into the United States, vaccines accepted will include FDA approved or authorized and WHO Emergency Use Listing vaccines. More information is available here.

UPDATE

Travel requirements to enter the United States are changing, starting November 8, 2021. More information is available here.

Schools and Childcare Programs

Updated Aug. 11, 2022

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Guidance for COVID-19 Prevention

Strategies to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and maintain safe operations in schools, child care programs, and institutions of higher education.

UpdatedK-12 Schools, ECE, and Child Care Programs

For Parents and Caregivers

For Administrators, Teachers, and Staff

Responding to COVID-19 Cases

Toolkit for K-12 school administrators with resources for responding to COVID-19 cases

COVID-19 Cases Toolkit

Print Resources

Printable posters and graphics developed to help you communicate COVID-19 recommendations in your school.

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