Hello Cozy Lake Families,
Summer is almost here!!!
We have sure been through a lot together this year. You have been so incredibly supportive, understanding and patient as we have all worked to navigate this very difficult COVID year. I can not thank you enough. It has been my pleasure serving as your school nurse this year despite all.
I have not posted in awhile because I was hopeful we would have new clear guidance from the NJ Department of Health that I could confidently communicate to you all. Unfortunately, we have not received anything new since February, but I will leave you with an overview of where we stand now to help you get through the summer.
At this time, the DOH continues to require those who test positive for COVID to isolate for 10 days from test date or the symptom start date (which ever came first). The test date or the symptom start date is considered 'day-0'). On day 6-10, isolation can be lifted if the infected person wears a mask and continues to avoid close contact with others (avoids being within 6 feet of others for more than 15 min.).
Close contacts are still considered those who were within 6 feet of a positive person for more than 15 min. during the positive person's infectious period (infectious period is considered 2 days prior to test date or symptom start date through day 10). Close contacts, who are unvaccinated, are still recommended to quarantine for days 0-5 post exposure and wear a mask and distance self for days 6-10 post exposure.
That said, it is extremely challenging to control the spread of COVID without negatively effecting everyone's mental health. Therefore, be sure to enjoy the summer!
If you or a loved one gets COVID, remember that our bodies will fight it, develop a certain degree of immunity and be stronger for it. Enjoy your BBQs, your family, your celebrations, your grandparents and your important milestones. We have all missed so much these past two years and it's time we refocus on what's important...faith, family and friends!
So, with that, I leave you for the summer! If you have any questions or concerns, I am still here for you. You can reach me via email at jluisi@jefftwp.org.
Have a great break everyone!
