Schools
COVID-19 Surge Doesn't Impact LI School District
Students resumed in-person classes in the Seaford School District on Monday.
SEAFORD, NY — While some Long Island school districts are moving back to remote learning temporarily until the COVID-19 cases plateau, the Seaford School District is opting to resume normal classes.
As the holiday break ended on Monday, Seaford Superindentent Dr. Adele Pecora sent a letter to parents about the short-term plan.
"Currently, there are no changes in participation protocols," Pecora wrote.
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She said the district was planning to have take-home COVID-19 tests available on Jan. 4, but they will not be sent home with students.
With regards to the shortened quarantine process, Pecora said they are awaiting additional details but are keeping the 10-day quarantine in effect for those testing positive.
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"When your child or someone in your family tests positive for COVID, kindly contact your building principal and school nurse as soon as possible," Pecora said.
The superintendent also said their plans are fluid "given revised directives from the state and/or local authorities."
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