COVID-19 Symptom Screenings and Testing
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Symptom ScreeningsThe CDC no longer recommends a daily screener, thus we suspended the use of our daily COVID-19 screenings for students and staff. The ICSD does, however, remind families and staff regularly to check for symptoms before reporting to school or work each day. Students and staff experiencing any of the following symptoms must stay home:
Parents and Caregivers: We ask that you please complete the ICSD Health Screening Acknowledgement Form to confirm that you have reviewed this information and understand your role in supporting the school community by keeping your child/ren home from school if they have one or more symptoms of COVID-19.
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COVID-19 Testing and Positive Cases |
ICSD School-Based TestingThe ICSD is offering school-based COVID-19 testing during the 2021-22 school year to support the health of our school community by reducing the risk of transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Our testing program consists of two different types of COVID-19 testing: screening testing and symptomatic testing. Both types of COVID-19 tests are provided at no cost, and participation is voluntary.
Learn more about our screening testing program at ithacacityschools.org/testing. |
Free Testing for Tompkins County ResidentsFree COVID-19 diagnostic testing is available for any Tompkins County resident through Cayuga Health System, and costs are covered without the requirement of being medically necessary. Cayuga Health operates a drive-through screening site at the Shops at Ithaca Mall, 40 Catherwood Road, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Appointments are required and hours may vary. Visit the Cayuga Health System website for the most up-to-date information. |
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Positive Cases in the School CommunityAs individuals test positive for COVID-19 through PCR or antigen testing, the individual should isolate and follow all protocols outlined by the Tompkins County Health Department. The ICSD reports COVID-19 cases for students, teachers, and staff to the NYSDOH every day that school is in session. Cases confirmed on weekends and during school closures or recesses are reported the next school day. Visit the NYS COVID-19 School Report Card and select an individual school to get all reported positives and a breakdown of school-based testing. |
Returning to School/WorkPlease review the protocols linked below for guidance on when students and staff may return to school/work after experiencing symptoms, being exposed to someone with COVID-19, or testing positive: |
When can students and staff return after experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, being exposed to a positive case, or testing positive themselves?The date on which students and employees can return to school/work depends on their risk factors (symptoms, known exposures, test results, etc.). Please review our Protocol for Students Returning to School and our Protocol for Staff Returning to Work for details. |
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