For Community:

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.  As of today, there continues to be zero reported cases in Riverside County.

The Menifee Union School District is preparing for the potential of the spread of the disease in our District.  We have received guidance from the Riverside Public Health regarding the signs and symptoms of COVID-19 and we are prepared to take the appropriate steps to minimize exposure to students and staff should a suspected case occur.  The guidance provided by the California Department of Public Health indicates that the health risk to the general public in California from novel coronavirus remains low, but schools can take common-sense precautions to prevent the spread of all infectious diseases. These precautions will be helpful to also prevent the spread of other common illnesses such as influenza and gastroenteritis.

There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, everyday preventive actions can help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
• Follow CDC’s recommendations for using a facemask.
  • CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.
  • Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. 
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
  • If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.

For more information about COVID-19, visit: Riverside County Office of Public Health, the CA Department of Public Health, the Centers for Disease Control, or the World Health Organization.

The County of Riverside Emergency Management Department (EMD) has established a public call center to support efforts with community information-sharing: (951) 358-5134. Media inquiries should be directed to the established Public Information team at (951) 351-6852.

(This message was distributed to the Menifee USD community on letterhead and social media on February 26, 2020)