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Science & Arts Academy

Health & Safety 

SAA has remained steadfast and resolute in its commitment to the health and safety of all members of our SAA community.​ ​​We will continue to implement mitigation strategies recommended by public health experts to ensure as safe a learning environment as possible, while carrying out our mission each and every day.

SAA is committed to implementing a multi-layered approach in the school building to reduce the transmission of COVID-19. SAA continues to implement safety strategies throughout three major categories, forming the key building blocks incorporated into all facets of school life.

​​HEALTHY CLASSROOMS
Following safe practices at school
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  • Wearing mask
  • ​Practicing good hygiene
  • Keeping safe distance
  • Cohorting
  • Safe lunchtime practices
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​HEALTHY BUILDINGS
Focusing on improved air quality and a hygienic environment
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  • Enhanced cleaning and disinfection
  • Touchless devices throughout the building
  • Maximizing efficacy of HVAC system
  • Plexiglass barriers 
  • Upgraded MERV 13 HVAC filters
HEALTHY POLICIES
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Sharing responsibility for community health and safety
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  • Community Pledge 
  • COVID-19 Testing Program
  • Visitor policy 
  • Travel policy 
  • Daily health screening 
  • COVID-19 response protocols
  • Full-time School Nurse and Health Services Center 
  • Continuous education, training, and reinforcement of healthy behaviors 

Health Services
The School Nurse is available to help with a variety of student, staff and faculty health issues during the school day in the Health Services Suite. 
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Sick Policy 
While students’ attendance at school is important, it is more critical than ever to monitor student, faculty and staff health daily. We ask all community members to stay home if exhibiting any illness symptoms or fever that are not clearly attributable to a known pre-existing condition. Read the Sick Policy »

Admissions Visitor Policy 
All guests that enter the building for admissions events, meetings, or school tours must show proof of a negative COVID test per our​ Visitor Policy. ​  Read the Admissions Visitor Policy » ​

COVID-19 Response  
When responding to a suspected or confirmed case, members of SAA’s COVID-19 Response Team, in coordination with Cook County Department of Public Health officials, will initiate our comprehensive readiness plan. At its core, SAA’s response will be guided by a responsibility to ensure the health and safety of those directly impacted by the situation and to help mitigate the spread of the virus in and outside of school.
For a copy of the 2021-2022 COVID-19 Guide for Families, please contact Diana Gordon. 
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