More Hand-Sanitizer Dispensers Added To Bridgewater Schools

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — More hand-sanitizer dispensers will be used at Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School buildings and any shared technology carts. This is just one of the many steps the district is taking to alleviate concerns about the novel coronavirus recently dubbed COVID-19.

"We continue to clean our buildings completely, focusing nightly on high-traffic areas and sanitizing door knobs/handles/release bars, flat working surfaces, and main entry/exit doors. There are already hand-sanitizer dispensers in high-volume areas which are filled consistently," Superintendent Russell M. Lazovick said in a letter to parents.

Additionally the district is asking BRRSD families for information on technology in the home in preparation of school closures and the need to provide instruction for all students at home.

The school district is currently not canceling local trips, but is discouraging international travel, certainly to any of the CDC's defined, substantially impacted areas including: China, South Korea, Japan, Italy, Iran, or Hong Kong.

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Lazovick reiterated crucial information for families to follow:

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds. Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
• Prevent the spread of germs by covering coughs and sneezes.
• Avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing. If you use a tissue, throw it in the trash.
• Routinely clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
• Stay home if you are sick and avoid sick people.
  • Regarding this, the district will exercise the utmost flexibility within our policies to support students and families in making healthy, responsible decisions in the event of possible exposure or the presence of symptoms. Contact your building principal if you need specific information;
  • however, we are not able to waive absences if parents choose to keep students home without a presence of symptoms or confirmation of possible exposure. Wash your hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds. Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.

The number of new coronavirus cases in New Jersey nearly doubled since Sunday now that 5 additional cases were identified. The state's overall number is now 11. (See Related: NJ Coronavirus Cases Nearly Double: 11 Confirmed)

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