• HOME
  • ABOUT
    • Board of Education >
      • Meet the Board / Board Policies
      • State Board Member of the Year >
        • State Board Member of the Year Blog
      • District Committees
      • Board Resolutions
      • Meetings and Agendas >
        • Written Public Comments
      • Board Meeting Videos
      • Board Highlights
      • City and MUSD Communications Subcommittee
    • Superintendent >
      • Superintendent Blog
    • District Calendar
    • District News >
      • Press
      • School LIFE E-Newsletter
    • Contact Us >
      • Public Records Request
    • Bond + Construction >
      • Bond Measure AA Construction Updates
      • Bond Measure E
      • Measure B 1996 GO Bond
      • Current Bids
      • Developer Fees
      • New Elementary School
      • State Matching Funds
      • CBOC Meetings & Agendas
    • Measure E Parcel Tax >
      • Parcel Tax Renewal
    • Measure C Parcel Tax Oversight Committee
    • MUSD Video Series'
    • MUSD Priorities and Mission
    • Policies + Procedures >
      • Bullying
      • Handbooks
      • Formal Complaint
      • Title IX and Gender Equity
      • Website Accessibility
    • ACADEMICS >
      • Programs >
        • Independent Study Program
        • Math Program
        • Music Program
        • Pathway to Career
        • Personalized Learning
        • Summer Program
        • Title I
      • AB 104
      • Assessments
      • CalSCHLS Survey
      • Common Core Standards
      • LCAP
      • MUSD & SJECCD Joint Use Program
      • Transitioning Grades
    • Federal Programs
  • ENROLLMENT
    • District Boundary Map
    • District Transfers
    • Dual Immersion
    • Find Your School
    • Handbooks
    • New Student Enrollment
    • Yearly Registration
  • DISTRICT TEAMS
    • Human Relations >
      • Human Relations- Join Our Team
      • Careers / Housing Opportunities
      • Certificated Employees
      • Classified Employees
      • Management Employees
      • Mental Health Resources (Staff)
      • New Teacher Induction
      • Workers Comp
    • Business Services >
      • Meet Our Team
      • Payroll and Benefits
      • Facility Rental
    • Learning & Development
    • Maintenance, Operations, and Transportation
    • Student Nutritional Services
    • Technology
    • Organization Charts
    • Staff Resources
  • SCHOOLS
    • Child Dev. Center
    • Elementary >
      • Burnett
      • Curtner
      • Mattos
      • Pomeroy
      • Randall
      • Rose
      • Sinnott
      • Spangler
      • Weller
      • Zanker
    • Middle >
      • Rancho
      • Russell
    • High >
      • Calaveras Hills
      • Milpitas
      • Milpitas Middle College High School
    • Adult Education
    • EducatEveryWhere Virtual Pathways Program
    • MetroED
    • SARC Reports
  • GET INVOLVED
    • AASC
    • Attendance
    • MUSD Innovation Campus Campaign
    • CBAC
    • DELAC
    • Digital Citizenship
    • Immigration Support
    • Mental Health Resources
    • Milpitas Elementary Olympics
    • MUSD Alliance Partners
    • MUSD Culture of WE Equity Team
    • Project Cornerstone
    • PTA | Milpitas Council
    • Volunteer Opportunities
  • COVID-19
    • Resources (COVID-19)
    • Teacher and Student Highlights (COVID-19) >
      • Gradspiration
    • Other Emergencies
  • Let's Chat
MILPITAS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
  • HOME
  • ABOUT
    • Board of Education >
      • Meet the Board / Board Policies
      • State Board Member of the Year >
        • State Board Member of the Year Blog
      • District Committees
      • Board Resolutions
      • Meetings and Agendas >
        • Written Public Comments
      • Board Meeting Videos
      • Board Highlights
      • City and MUSD Communications Subcommittee
    • Superintendent >
      • Superintendent Blog
    • District Calendar
    • District News >
      • Press
      • School LIFE E-Newsletter
    • Contact Us >
      • Public Records Request
    • Bond + Construction >
      • Bond Measure AA Construction Updates
      • Bond Measure E
      • Measure B 1996 GO Bond
      • Current Bids
      • Developer Fees
      • New Elementary School
      • State Matching Funds
      • CBOC Meetings & Agendas
    • Measure E Parcel Tax >
      • Parcel Tax Renewal
    • Measure C Parcel Tax Oversight Committee
    • MUSD Video Series'
    • MUSD Priorities and Mission
    • Policies + Procedures >
      • Bullying
      • Handbooks
      • Formal Complaint
      • Title IX and Gender Equity
      • Website Accessibility
    • ACADEMICS >
      • Programs >
        • Independent Study Program
        • Math Program
        • Music Program
        • Pathway to Career
        • Personalized Learning
        • Summer Program
        • Title I
      • AB 104
      • Assessments
      • CalSCHLS Survey
      • Common Core Standards
      • LCAP
      • MUSD & SJECCD Joint Use Program
      • Transitioning Grades
    • Federal Programs
  • ENROLLMENT
    • District Boundary Map
    • District Transfers
    • Dual Immersion
    • Find Your School
    • Handbooks
    • New Student Enrollment
    • Yearly Registration
  • DISTRICT TEAMS
    • Human Relations >
      • Human Relations- Join Our Team
      • Careers / Housing Opportunities
      • Certificated Employees
      • Classified Employees
      • Management Employees
      • Mental Health Resources (Staff)
      • New Teacher Induction
      • Workers Comp
    • Business Services >
      • Meet Our Team
      • Payroll and Benefits
      • Facility Rental
    • Learning & Development
    • Maintenance, Operations, and Transportation
    • Student Nutritional Services
    • Technology
    • Organization Charts
    • Staff Resources
  • SCHOOLS
    • Child Dev. Center
    • Elementary >
      • Burnett
      • Curtner
      • Mattos
      • Pomeroy
      • Randall
      • Rose
      • Sinnott
      • Spangler
      • Weller
      • Zanker
    • Middle >
      • Rancho
      • Russell
    • High >
      • Calaveras Hills
      • Milpitas
      • Milpitas Middle College High School
    • Adult Education
    • EducatEveryWhere Virtual Pathways Program
    • MetroED
    • SARC Reports
  • GET INVOLVED
    • AASC
    • Attendance
    • MUSD Innovation Campus Campaign
    • CBAC
    • DELAC
    • Digital Citizenship
    • Immigration Support
    • Mental Health Resources
    • Milpitas Elementary Olympics
    • MUSD Alliance Partners
    • MUSD Culture of WE Equity Team
    • Project Cornerstone
    • PTA | Milpitas Council
    • Volunteer Opportunities
  • COVID-19
    • Resources (COVID-19)
    • Teacher and Student Highlights (COVID-19) >
      • Gradspiration
    • Other Emergencies
  • Let's Chat

Public Health Dept. provides information on Novel Coronavirus

1/26/2020

 
Dear Administrators, Teachers, Staff, and Parents:
 
The CDC and state and local public health departments are closely monitoring developments regarding an outbreak caused by a novel (new) coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. The first case in the United States was announced on January 21, 2020 in the State of Washington. Public health departments are working to identify anyone who might be infected to prevent further spread of the outbreak. To date, there are no confirmed cases in California, and Santa Clara County residents are at low risk of becoming infected.
 
When new viruses surface, there can be lots of anxiety and stress. It’s important to stay informed. We acknowledge the impact that this outbreak is having on our community, and on those who have friends or relatives who are affected. We are thinking of you.
 
What you need to know 
  • In the unusual event that a child or staff member is identified who recently traveled from Wuhan, China, and who has any of these respiratory symptoms (fever, cough, or shortness of breath), he or she should be sent home from school/work, and the school should contact the Public Health Department at 408-885-3980 for additional guidance.
We encourage all students, parents, and staff to take common-sense precautions to prevent the spread of all infectious diseases, including common illnesses like colds and flu
  • Encourage students and staff to stay home when they are sick.
    • Those who have a fever at school should go home and stay home until at least 24 hours after they no longer have a fever without the use of fever-reducing medicine.
    • Separate sick students and staff from others, ideally in a separate place, until they can be picked up to go home.
  • Promote hand hygiene among students and staff through education, scheduled time for handwashing, and availability of soap and water or hand sanitizer.
  • Avoid touching your face, particularly your eyes, nose, and mouth.
  • Teach and encourage proper cough etiquette—cough or sneeze into a tissue, sleeve, or arm (do not use hands).
  • Perform routine surface cleaning.
  • Consider not attending large gatherings, as this is where cold, flu, and other respiratory viruses often spread.
The Public Health Department has a webpage dedicated to novel coronavirus at sccphd.org/coronavirus; we will keep the webpage updated as we know more. We will monitor the developing situation and inform you of any additional public health recommendations.
 
All the best,

                                                                       
Sara H. Cody, MD
Health Officer and Director

*MUSD will provide translations of this message and provide updates as we receive them from the county health department.
​
 
Novel Coronavirus Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
 
What is happening?
There has been an outbreak of a new illness called “novel coronavirus.” While the illness started in China, the situation is quickly changing.
 
What do we know about novel coronavirus?
People with the virus have been confirmed in a number of countries including China, Vietnam and the United States.  Since this virus is very new, health authorities are carefully watching the situation and how this virus spreads. This situation is quickly changing, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Prevention and Controls provides updated information as it becomes available.
 
What is County of Santa Clara Public Health Department doing?
Public health officials are taking action to protect the public. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) are closely monitoring the outbreak. This situation is quickly changing, and the CDC will provide updated information as it becomes available.
 
Is my family at risk of getting novel coronavirus?
At this time, there is low risk to Santa Clara County residents, unless they recently traveled to Wuhan or were in close contact with someone who was ill who recently traveled in that area.
 
What should I do now to protect my family?
1. Get your flu shot to protect against flu or symptoms like the ones for the novel coronavirus.
2. Wash your hands with liquid soap and water, rub for at least 20 seconds.
3. Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, sleeve or arm. Do not use your hand.
4. Stay home if you are sick with a fever, cough, shortness of breath and are feeling tired.
5. Try staying away from large groups of people.
6. For people who are traveling to Wuhan: www.cdc.gov/travel/notices/alert/novel-coronavirus
 
Should we avoid going to public events?  
Please remember that flu and other respiratory viruses are very common right now, and large group gatherings are places where viruses can spread. Remember, if you are not feeling well or are experiencing cold, flu or other symptoms, stay home to avoid spreading germs. 
 
What happens if someone has traveled to China and they are now sick?
In the unusual event that a child or staff member is identified who recently traveled from Wuhan, China and has symptoms of respiratory illness, they should be sent home from school/work and the school should immediately contact Public Health.  
 
 
What are symptoms of novel coronavirus?
Symptoms may include fever, fatigue, cough, runny nose or shortness of breath. Some people may have pneumonia or more serious illness.  
 
I’m sick. How do I know if it is coronavirus or something else, like the flu?
If you have traveled to Wuhan, China in the last 14 days or have been in close contact with someone who has been there and have cold or flu symptoms, please contact your doctor.
 
How is novel coronavirus spread? Are my children and family at risk?
It is unclear how easily or frequently the virus may spread from person to person, so it’s important to practice good hygiene (cover your cough and sneeze, and wash hands frequently with soap and water or alcohol based sanitizer). We are still learning about this new virus.
 
Should we cancel travel plans to Asian countries?
At this time, the CDC has issued a Level 3 travel advisory, recommending to avoid all nonessential travel to Wuhan, China. Please check the CDC website for current advisories to other countries: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/
 
I’m feeling stressed and overwhelmed, who can I talk to?
An anonymous crisis line is available 24 hours, 7 days a week including holidays at 1-800-704-0900 (Mental Health Services) and/or SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline 24 hours at 1-800-985-5990 or text TALKWITHUS to 66746 (Press 2 for Spanish).

Comments are closed.
    NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING:
    The governing board of Milpitas Unified School District will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, June 28, 2022. 

    Media Resources

    Press
    ​Campus Connections

    Archives

    February 2023
    January 2023
    December 2022
    November 2022
    October 2022
    September 2022
    August 2022
    July 2022
    June 2022
    May 2022
    April 2022
    March 2022
    January 2022
    December 2021
    November 2021
    October 2021
    September 2021
    July 2021
    June 2021
    May 2021
    April 2021
    February 2021
    January 2021
    December 2020
    November 2020
    October 2020
    September 2020
    August 2020
    June 2020
    May 2020
    April 2020
    February 2020
    January 2020
    December 2019
    November 2019
    October 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019
    July 2019
    June 2019
    May 2019
    April 2019
    March 2019
    February 2019
    January 2019
    November 2018
    October 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    May 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    January 2018
    December 2017
    November 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    July 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    January 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    September 2015
    August 2015
    May 2015
    September 2014

    Categories

    All
    Event
    Media & News
    News
    Public Hearing

    RSS Feed

Picture

Milpitas Unified School District
1331 E. Calaveras Blvd. 
Milpitas, CA 95035
408.635.2600

​Staff Resources 
Join Us 
Contact Us 
​​Feedback?
​Non-Discrimination Policy
Title IX    
Accessibility 
​Copyright © 2020 Milpitas Unified School District
​Privacy Policy | Terms & Conditions
Photo used under Creative Commons from Jeffrey
  • HOME
  • ABOUT
    • Board of Education >
      • Meet the Board / Board Policies
      • State Board Member of the Year >
        • State Board Member of the Year Blog
      • District Committees
      • Board Resolutions
      • Meetings and Agendas >
        • Written Public Comments
      • Board Meeting Videos
      • Board Highlights
      • City and MUSD Communications Subcommittee
    • Superintendent >
      • Superintendent Blog
    • District Calendar
    • District News >
      • Press
      • School LIFE E-Newsletter
    • Contact Us >
      • Public Records Request
    • Bond + Construction >
      • Bond Measure AA Construction Updates
      • Bond Measure E
      • Measure B 1996 GO Bond
      • Current Bids
      • Developer Fees
      • New Elementary School
      • State Matching Funds
      • CBOC Meetings & Agendas
    • Measure E Parcel Tax >
      • Parcel Tax Renewal
    • Measure C Parcel Tax Oversight Committee
    • MUSD Video Series'
    • MUSD Priorities and Mission
    • Policies + Procedures >
      • Bullying
      • Handbooks
      • Formal Complaint
      • Title IX and Gender Equity
      • Website Accessibility
    • ACADEMICS >
      • Programs >
        • Independent Study Program
        • Math Program
        • Music Program
        • Pathway to Career
        • Personalized Learning
        • Summer Program
        • Title I
      • AB 104
      • Assessments
      • CalSCHLS Survey
      • Common Core Standards
      • LCAP
      • MUSD & SJECCD Joint Use Program
      • Transitioning Grades
    • Federal Programs
  • ENROLLMENT
    • District Boundary Map
    • District Transfers
    • Dual Immersion
    • Find Your School
    • Handbooks
    • New Student Enrollment
    • Yearly Registration
  • DISTRICT TEAMS
    • Human Relations >
      • Human Relations- Join Our Team
      • Careers / Housing Opportunities
      • Certificated Employees
      • Classified Employees
      • Management Employees
      • Mental Health Resources (Staff)
      • New Teacher Induction
      • Workers Comp
    • Business Services >
      • Meet Our Team
      • Payroll and Benefits
      • Facility Rental
    • Learning & Development
    • Maintenance, Operations, and Transportation
    • Student Nutritional Services
    • Technology
    • Organization Charts
    • Staff Resources
  • SCHOOLS
    • Child Dev. Center
    • Elementary >
      • Burnett
      • Curtner
      • Mattos
      • Pomeroy
      • Randall
      • Rose
      • Sinnott
      • Spangler
      • Weller
      • Zanker
    • Middle >
      • Rancho
      • Russell
    • High >
      • Calaveras Hills
      • Milpitas
      • Milpitas Middle College High School
    • Adult Education
    • EducatEveryWhere Virtual Pathways Program
    • MetroED
    • SARC Reports
  • GET INVOLVED
    • AASC
    • Attendance
    • MUSD Innovation Campus Campaign
    • CBAC
    • DELAC
    • Digital Citizenship
    • Immigration Support
    • Mental Health Resources
    • Milpitas Elementary Olympics
    • MUSD Alliance Partners
    • MUSD Culture of WE Equity Team
    • Project Cornerstone
    • PTA | Milpitas Council
    • Volunteer Opportunities
  • COVID-19
    • Resources (COVID-19)
    • Teacher and Student Highlights (COVID-19) >
      • Gradspiration
    • Other Emergencies
  • Let's Chat