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[quote=Anonymous]I don’t believe this is correct...march in the streets to close down private schools. 
My children attend MCPS.

Private schools have a much lower enrollment rate. 
They can easily move classrooms around to accommodate social distancing. 
Many have sprawling campuses and can hold classes outside; this was common practice prior to COVID.

Many private schools are:
Testing 
Sterilizing 
Planning

March in the streets because MSCP has not put in the effort to make in person school a possibility.  COVID started at the same time for both public and private schools.

From the Bullis Website: 
Prior to the opening of school, COVID-19 testing will be required and will be available on campus for all students, faculty, and staff. Testing and screening will be available on campus periodically thereafter or can be independently arranged by individuals or families, with results provided to Bullis. Students (with the help of parents) as well as staff will be required to complete a daily health questionnaire.

Preventive Measures
 
Bullis is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for students and staff. We are adhering to CDC guidelines, State and County recommendations, and consulting with our own panel of medical and legal experts. Multiple preventive measures are in place on campus, and students, faculty and staff, and all campus visitors will be expected to follow safe practices at all times.

Health and safety measures at Bullis include:

In addition to our school nurse, another healthcare worker will be employed.
Physical distancing of at least six (6) feet will be maintained whenever possible between persons on campus whether indoors or outdoors.
Cloth masks or face coverings will be required in all areas on campus. Bullis will supply students and staff with five (5) washable cloth masks, so that a clean mask can be worn each weekday when on campus.
Frequent washing of hands and the use of hand sanitizer will be required among students and staff, with support for younger students to understand the importance of washing hands, wearing masks, and keeping a distance.
Hand sanitizer and hand-wipes dispensers are now installed throughout campus in classrooms, offices, and hallways.
Cleaning and Disinfecting
 
Our Facilities teams and cleaning crews will disinfect and clean restrooms, classrooms, and campus areas, including door handles and keypads, regularly. Between classes, faculty will disinfect hightouch spaces in classrooms.

Portable UV lights will be utilized in restrooms throughout the day to help purify spaces. Plexiglass barriers are being installed in the Dining Hall, reception areas, and some offices and classroom spaces to help protect students, faculty, and staff against exposure and transmission.

In Case of Illness
 
Strict protocols will be in place for anyone who becomes ill while on campus and the School will have the ability to quarantine on campus as needed.

Students or staff members who have colds or any symptoms of illness will be expected to stay home.
Anyone with COVID-19 symptoms should notify the School immediately (symptoms may include coughing, chills, fever, shaking, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, loss of taste/smell).
Should an individual test positive for COVID-19, the School will have four trained tracer and tracking teams ready to inform individuals who may have been in contact with

Our Food Services staff will create healthy meals to serve safely and efficiently following strict protocols.

Boxed lunches and pre-packaged salads distributed to designated areas can be picked up by students and staff and enjoyed in designated eating areas.
In a change to previous practice, students will be permitted to bring their own lunches from home. These lunches should contain minimal allergens for the sake of others, and contain no soda or candy; items that need to be kept cold should be packed in thermal containers or with ice packs.
Advisors and staff will collect information each week regarding meals taken at school or brought from home.
Designated eating areas around campus will be arranged for physical distancing and will adhere to all health and safety precautions. Faculty supervision for lunchtimes will include Lower and Middle School teachers eating with their students in classrooms, while Upper School students will go to specific areas during lunch. Appropriate spacing and cleanliness protocols will be strictly maintained during lunchtimes.

Transportation and Bus Service
Bus service and bus routes will be adapted to carry fewer students while observing safety measures and physical distancing.

Students and drivers will be required to wear masks while on the buses.
Seating will be limited to one student per seat, with siblings and family members allowed to sit together in order to maintain safe distances while allowing social interaction.
Windows will be open to outside air flow, and daily cleaning and sanitizing of buses will further ensure safe transportation.

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