Today the California Department of Public has released a new consolidated guidance document for K-12 schools. The document, entitled “COVID-19 and Reopening In-Person Instruction Framework & Public Health Guidance for K-12 Schools in California, 2020-2021 School Year” supersedes a number of previous documents, orders, and frequently asked questions:
- COVID-19 Industry Guidance: Schools and School-Based Programs (first published in May 2020; last updated August 3, 2020).
- The COVID-19 and Reopening In-Person Learning Framework for K-12 Schools in California, 2020-2021 School Year (July 17, 2020).
- The Elementary Education Waiver process and the associated School Waiver Letter and Cover Form and Local Health Officer Waiver Notice Form (all issued on August 3, 2020).
- CDPH Schools Frequently Asked Questions (first issued August 3, 2020; last updated October 20, 2020)