Changes to LPS pandemic protocols effective May 21
LPS families,
We had a fabulous last day of school and we want to thank each and every one of you for your ongoing support and continued patience as we worked together to navigate the school year during a pandemic.
With the new Directed Health Measures from the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department going into effect after midnight tonight, Lincoln Public Schools has made the following adjustments to our building protocols beginning Friday, May 21. We will continue to monitor community conditions and work with the health department to make adjustments as needed. You can learn more about our Pandemic Protocols on our website: lps.org/coronavirus
Face Coverings
Face Covering Expectations: May 21 through August 1, 2021*
The Lincoln Public Schools plan for face coverings is based on recommendations from the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department, the current local Directed Health Measure, and follows the current CDC guidance for schools.
Vaccination status is based on a self-identified system. Staff and students will make the determination to wear a face covering based on their vaccination status.**
According to the CDC, in general people are considered fully vaccinated:
- Two weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or
- Two weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine
If you don’t meet these requirements, regardless of your age, you are NOT fully vaccinated. The CDC recommends you keep taking all precautions until you are fully vaccinated.
| Location | Students | Staff* |
|---|---|---|
|
Pre-K through 5th Grade |
Face Covering Required |
Fully vaccinated = Face covering optional |
|
Grades 6 through 8 |
Face Covering Required |
Fully vaccinated = Face covering optional |
|
Grades 9 through 12 |
Fully vaccinated = Face covering optional |
Fully vaccinated = Face covering optional |
|
District Office and Other District Locations |
Fully vaccinated = Face covering optional |
|
| Audience or Situation | Permitted? | Staff* |
|---|---|---|
|
Volunteers |
Yes |
Fully vaccinated = Face covering optional** |
|
Visitors |
Yes |
Fully vaccinated = Face covering optional** |
|
Professional Learning Sessions or Meetings |
Fully vaccinated = Face covering optional |
|
* Subject to change based on review and current conditions.
** Proof of vaccination may be required in individual circumstances.
Face Coverings
Volunteers and visitors are welcome in our school buildings*. All guests must adhere to the face covering protocols:
- Fully Vaccinated** = Face Covering Optional
- Unvaccinated = Face Covering Required
*Subject to change based on review and current conditions.
**Proof of vaccination may be required.
Face Coverings
With the conclusion of the school year, you will no longer be receiving emails about positive cases within the school building. You can still track LPS positivity rates on our website: lps.org/coronavirus or via the LLCHD website at covid19.lincoln.ne.gov. LLCHD and LPS health office staff will continue to notify families and staff who are identified as close contacts with a positive COVID-19 case.
