COVID-19 Protocols

• People who have tested positive for COVID 19 within the past 3 months and recovered do not have to quarantine or get tested again as long as they do not develop new symptoms. Individuals must show positive COVID-19 test results with the date.
• People who have been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19 are not required to quarantine if they have been fully vaccinated against the disease and show no symptoms. Individuals must show a vaccine record to document full vaccination.

Quarantine Option 1

• Stay home for 14 days after your last contact with a person who has COVID-19. May return to school on Day 15 without symptoms.
• Watch for fever (100.4 ◦ F), cough, shortness of breath, or other symptoms of COVID-19.
• If possible, stay away from others, especially people who are at a higher risk for getting very sick from COVID-19.
• The CDC continues to endorse quarantine for 14 days and recognizes that any quarantine shorter than 14 days balances reduced burden against a small possibility of spreading the virus.

• 7-day quarantine with PCR test and no symptoms: Individual tests on day 5 or after exposure and after receiving a negative PCR test and has no symptoms may return on Day 8. Individual is then monitored until the 14th day at school for symptoms.
• 10-day quarantine with NO test and NO symptoms: No PCR test and no symptoms individual may return on Day 11. Individual is then monitored until the 14th day at school for symptoms.
• If the individual has symptoms, they must immediately self isolate and retest for COVID-19
• CDC continues to endorse quarantine for 14 days and recognized that any quarantine shorter than 14 days balances reduce burden again a small possibility of spreading the virus.

In the case of an individual who was diagnosed with COVID-19, the individual may return to school when all three of the following
criteria are met:

• 1 day (24 hours) has passed since recovery (resolution of fever without the use of fever-reducing medications); and
• the individual has improvement in symptoms (e.g., cough, shortness of breath); and
• at least 10 days have passed since symptoms first appeared.

If an individual has symptoms that could be COVID-19 and wants to return to school the individual must:

• Obtain a medical professional’s note clearing the individual for return based on a negative PCR COVID-19 test. 
• OR they may return to school after 10 days, fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medications and symptoms have ceased or improved.

The information below is based on current information and our school/community's health.  The information is subject to change based on public health conditions in our community and the recommendations and guidelines from the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and local health officials.  If you have any questions regarding Christ the Redeemer Catholic School’s health policy, please contact Nurse Katy Haynes or Principal Dan Courtney.

(*Individuals = all students, faculty, staff, volunteers, and visitors to campus)

Will individuals be required to wear a mask on campus? 

Yes. Due to the recent increase of COVID-19 cases and in an effort to ensure maximum learning time for students in the classroom, we will be following the guidance of the Archdiocese and will be requiring masks while indoors for all students in grades K-12, staff, and visitors. We believe this to be a temporary measure, and we will continue to monitor the status of COVID-19 and the variants; these reviews will occur frequently. The current mask policy will also be listed at the top of this page.

Will students have to remain in their specific cohorts throughout the school day?  

No, students at this time are free to move about the campus.  If it is determined that COVID-19 is being spread during school hours, the use of cohorts may be implemented to help control the spread and assist with contact tracing efforts.

Where will students each lunch?  

To start the 2021-22 school year, students will have an alternating lunch schedule between the Parish Hall and their classroom. Outdoor lunches are encouraged and can be utilized based on the needs of individual classes. 

Are volunteers and visitors allowed on campus? 

Yes, we are pleased to welcome back our wonderful Crusader Community. We ask that visitors and volunteers perform a self-assessment in accordance with our policy. Please utilize the flow chart HERE. To ensure the safety of all of our Crusaders, we ask that if you have any symptoms or have been exposed to a COVID-positive individual, please do not come on campus. All visitors are required to follow the same guidelines as our students, faculty and staff. At this time a mask is required regardless of vaccination status.  

Is there a virtual learning environment option this year? 

There is not a virtual learning option for students, including those who may have to quarantine. We have an amazing faculty who have always ensured that students who are out for extended periods of time can receive work while they are out and get caught up upon their return. 

How will my child receive classwork if he/she has to quarantine?  

Our teachers and staff strive to provide a healthy learning environment for our students.  If your child needs to be quarantined, CtRCS will work together with individual families to provide work for students while they are out. Make-up work and instruction will be carefully coordinated between teachers, students and parents. Please allow us one to two (1 to 2) days to gather your child’s materials and school work. 

Does my child have to have a negative COVID PCR test to return to school if they present with symptoms of COVID-19? 

Yes, if an individual presents with any symptom of COVID-19, a negative PCR test will be required to return. If an individual chooses not to be tested, they must remain home for a minimum of 10 days and have resolved symptoms. 

Are extracurricular activities, including sports, offered this year? 

Yes, we are pleased to start the 2021-22 school year offering extracurriculars.  

Will students engage in off-campus field trips?

Yes, field trips will be offered in a safe way that is in accordance with our current policy to start the 2021-22 school year. 

What if my child is sick, exposed, or COVID-positive?

Please refer to this detailed chart for specific information. 

What measures will be in place for cleaning and sanitizing?  

We will continue with our enhanced cleaning/sanitizing procedures throughout the school day. The following cleaners are used on campus:  Diversey Morning Mist 5 RTD Neutral Disinfectant/Cleaner,  Diversey Final Step 5 No-Rinse 512 Sanitizer, BIOESQUE Botanical Disinfectant Solution.

Are water fountains available for use?  

No, students should bring a refillable water bottle to school each day. Water cooler stations will be made available to students and staff. 

What if my child is vaccinated and is exposed?

In the event that your fully vaccinated child is exposed to COVID-19 or is considered a close contact, they can:

• Choose to quarantine and monitor symptoms (testing is optional)
• OR choose a reduced quarantine option per CDC guidelines
• OR choose to remain on-campus and monitor symptoms for 14 days as long as they are asymptomatic

What if my child previously had COVID-19 and is exposed?

If your child is exposed but has previously had COVID-19 within the last 90 days with documentation of a positive PCR test (date of test required), they can:

• Choose to quarantine and monitor symptoms (testing is optional)
• OR choose a reduced quarantine option per CDC guidelines
• OR choose to remain on-campus and monitor symptoms for 14 days as long as they are asymptomatic