Springwood School (SWS) has been monitoring the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) through the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) since it began to emerge in January of 2020. Initially, our focus was to serve our International student population. As the exposure to the virus expanded around the world and in the USA, we have extended our networking with National, Regional and State educational associations, local health authorities and trusted peer independent schools. We want to have the most accurate information and protocols possible to exercise best practices in safeguarding our entire school community. Springwood School ProtocolsSWS - COVID Operating PlanSWS - Hygiene Protocol SWS - Enhanced Cleaning Protocol SWS – School COVID-19 Alert Levels Protocol SWS - COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) SWS - COVID-19 Visitor and Travel Declaration Form Health OrganizationsWorld Health Organization (WHO): This website has general information on the novel coronaviruses, a video, and an infographic about preventing the spread of viruses.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): This site covers symptoms and diagnosis, transmission, presentation in children, and prevention and treatment. It also has travel updates. Independent School ResourcesAISA Guidelines for Athletic ActivitiesSouthern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS)Additional ResourcesGeneral Information & ResourcesResources for Parents Johns Hopkins University Global Case Map The Coronavirus and your home How to Talk to Children About Difficult News Explaining the News to Our Kids Parenting Tips about talking to your child about COVID-19 How to Talk to Kids About the Coronavirus Outbreak COVID-19 Messages from the SWS, Head of School9-2-20 When to Stay Home8-18-20 An Open Letter to Springwood School 3-16-20 Springwood Prepares to Launch Virtual Classrooms on Thursday 3-15-20 Virtual Classroom Transition Week 3-13-20 A Special Announcement from Springwood School on COVID-19 3-12-20 The Latest on the Coronavirus from Springwood School 3-5-20 Coronavirus Insights |