March 6, 2020

  • Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)

    District proactively monitoring the situation and working with health partners.

    Lake Park High School continues to closely monitor the situation involving the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and is working in coordination with county, state and federal health authorities. The health and safety of Lancer students, staff and families is a top priority for the District. Our decision making will demonstrate an abundance of caution to protect everyone's health and well being.

    Absenteeism - Students Should Stay Home When Sick!
    Attendance East: (630) 295-5232 / Attendance West: (630) 295-5332

    When reporting an absence for your child, remember to spell your student's name and provide their ID number. Indicate why your student is absent, leaving school early, or arriving late. If your student is absent due to a fever above 100 degrees or other respiratory symptoms such as coughing or shortness of breath, please provide that information as well. Remember to obtain a note from the doctor's office if your student visits a doctor.

    Travel - Students and Staff
    While the district monitors  travel advisories  issued through the  U.S. Department of State as it relates to upcoming international travel for Lancer student activities and curricular purposes, we must also consider students and staff traveling during spring break. Lancers returning from travel to areas with community spread of COVID-19 must follow guidance they have received from health officials. COVID-19 information for travel is updated regularly on the  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website .

    The guidance specifically states that s taff or students who have traveled to a location with widespread community transmission of COVID-19 should stay home for 14 days after their return date.

    Prevention
    It is important to understand that we all play a role in reducing the likelihood of a novel coronavirus outbreak in our school community. Remember to practice good habits, including:

    • Stay home when you are sick. (must be free of fever and vomiting for 24 hours without the use of medication before returning to school) 
    • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
    • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. 
    • Avoid close contact with people who are sick. 
    • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands. 
    • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

    Cleaning Procedures
    Lake Park's custodial staff continues to be diligent with cleaning practices; this includes daily cleaning and disinfecting with special attention given to "hot spots" (door knobs, buttons, handles, tables in the cafe, etc.)

    Current guidance from the Illinois Department of Public Health states, "At this time, no special sanitizing processes beyond routine cleaning are necessary or recommended to slow the spread of respiratory illness." 

    Resources
    For the most reliable information, please visit the  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  Information about COVID-19 is also available on the  Illinois Department of Public Health website  and the  DuPage County Health Department website .

    If you have questions, call the Illinois Coronavirus hotline (800) 889-3931 or send an email to DPH.SICK@ILLINOIS.GOV.