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MDP Fall Reopening Plans Submitted to NYSED
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IMPORTANT UPDATE:
Dear MDP Community,
I am writing to inform you that we received information about a confirmed case of Coronavirus (COVID-19) at our Elementary & Junior High School program in Elmont. We have worked closely with the Nassau County Department of Health to coordinate testing and tracing appropriately. Any student or staff with potential exposure has been contacted directly by school administration. We have informed all “close contact” students and/or staff members that they should quarantine for 10 days. The classroom has been closed and all students and staff have been transitioned to fully virtual instruction for the duration of the quarantine. Thorough cleaning and disinfecting of the classroom have been completed, and the space will not be utilized until the end of the quarantine period.
Martin De Porres continues to encourage all staff and parents to temperature scan and closely monitor themselves or their children for any sign of potential illness. Students and staff should remain home if they are exhibiting any symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, new or persistent cough, headache, loss of taste or smell, fatigue and/or stomach issues (diarrhea). We also strongly encourage staff and families to consult their physician and consider COVID-19 testing, particularly considering the increase in positive cases in New York City and Long Island. Testing is a highly effective tool to keep ourselves and those around us safe from the spread of this disease. Please visit our webpage at and go to our “Fall Reopening Resources” page. You will find links to help find testing resources nearest you.
Please be vigilant, we want everyone to be safe and it’s our job to keep each other as safe as possible. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts daily, and praying for your health and safety. And we appreciate your continued support! Please feel free to contact me at 516-502-2840 if you have any questions.
Joseph Trainor
Executive Director
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