Coronavirus
The safety of our students and staff is our top responsibility. Cameron Parish Schools is in communication with the Louisiana Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) about COVID-19, also known as coronavirus. There have been over 100,000 cases reported worldwide and less than 0.05% of cases are in the U.S. (as of 3/9/20). There are currently no confirmed cases of coronavirus in Cameron Parish or Louisiana.
Health officials have shared that the best ways to prevent the spread of coronavirus are the same preventions recommended for the flu and common cold. As we are still in cold and flu season, we advise you and your student(s) to take these everyday preventive actions that are always recommended to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses:
Stay home and seek appropriate medical attention when you are sick (fever, dry cough, body aches, etc…).
Avoid contact with people who are sick.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. The constant rubbing action helps soap break down the grease and dirt that carry most germs. This way, your hands don’t just smell fresh, but you’ll also reduce the germ count on your hands by up to 99%.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
Avoid sharing your food, dishes, utensils, and other personal hygiene items.
Cough or sneeze into your elbow or use a tissue and place immediately in the trash.
Avoid shaking hands.