As of 3/2/20 there are still no verified cases of COVID-19 in Riverside County.

Please continue to follow these common sense guidelines for the prevention of the spread of COVID-19, the common cold and flu:

· Always cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or elbow

· Do not share food and drinks with others

· Wash hands for 20 seconds after using the restroom and before eating

· Tell children to avoid touching their mouth and nose since that is how germs get into the body

· Please do not send your child to school if they are sick, students who are ill, especially with acute respiratory symptoms (not allergies or chronic conditions), should stay home

· Plan for when community spread occurs, ensure you have a plan to designate a caregiver, such as a family member or neighbor, for a sick child(ren) if you can’t stay home

· Know your child’s school plan to communicate with you when needed, such as robocalls, email or checking their social media and website (be sure your contact info. is up to date)

What is the Menifee Union School District doing to prevent the spread of disease?

· The Menifee Union School District (MUSD) continues to work closely with and obtain guidance from local, state, federal and international public health agencies to monitor the latest updates regarding the Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) and ensure the wellbeing of students and staff

· Custodial staff has been given extra duty hours to wipe down and disinfect frequently touched surfaces

· District Nurses are working in coordination with, and under the direction of the Public Health Department, and have been given instruction on what to do should they suspect that a student/staff has COVID-19.

To find more about how to prepare for the prevention of the spread of disease, please visit the CDC (Center for Disease Control and prevention) at: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.htm