Safe & Healthy Buildings

MTSD ensures that continuous adequate cleaning routines are implemented to support healthy hygiene and proper cleaning and disinfecting practices. Buildings are cleaned daily with focus on frequently-touched surfaces.

Each MTSD school building is equipped with a state-of-the-art HVAC system that continually monitors outside air temperature and adjusts the fresh air intake accordingly. The district maintains at least 10% fresh air coming into our systems at all times. At least 10% and up to 100% of the air supplied to each classroom is fresh air. Additionally, all classrooms across the district are equipped with UV room circulators (new for the 2021-2022 school year).

Handwashing is one of the most effective infection control interventions and an important mitigation strategy for students and staff to implement. All individuals should practice proper respiratory etiquette and cover their coughs or sneezes with a tissue or use an elbow.

Providing enough space for students to feel safe and be healthy is simply good practice. Taking advantage of opportunities to use the space available is encouraged.

Updates will be made to a designated page on the MTSD website noting the percentage of students and staff members absent due to medical illness.

Isolation as recommended by the local health department is required for individuals who test positive for COVID-19. Learning resources will be assigned for students while out of the classroom.

When a student or staff member is presenting symptoms associated with COVID-19, school health officials will recommend diagnostic testing.

MTSD will inform families and staff members of local vaccination opportunities, when available.