The mission of Trinity Catholic School is to teach the Catholic faith within a challenging academic curriculum, laying the foundation for all students to grow in Christian maturity, integrity and knowledge.

COVID-19 Response

Covid Protocols - November 3, 2021

Dear Trinity Families:
Thanks to the continued support of our Trinity Catholic School community we have been able to keep our students safe and in school. We continue to evaluate the local metrics for COVID-19. Based on those metrics, showing a decline in COVID cases, the following protocols will be in place starting Monday - November 8, 2021.

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Covid-19 Protocols - October 15, 2021

Dear Trinity Families,
We are all delighted that the metrics that are monitored for COVID-19 are definitely improving. After studying these downward trends and having consultations with our local medical advisory team, the COVID-19 situation in our community is at a point where we can relax some of our safety protocols.

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Covid-19 Protocols - August 27, 2021

Dear Trinity Families,
I am writing to update you on how Trinity Catholic School is faring regarding COVID-19 and describe our path forward for the next few weeks. As you know, Tallahassee and Leon County are experiencing tremendous challenges with the current surge in COVID cases.
Trinity’s current COVID procedures have allowed us to avoid County Health Departments closures of any classes. In this sense, our procedures have been successful...

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We have created our Back-to-School Plan to aid in navigating the reestablishment of our school community where employees, students, and families feel safe. Every attempt has been made to reduce the impact of COVID-19 conditions upon returning to our school. The guidelines referenced in this plan are based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Florida Department of Health (FDOH), and our Diocese. We continue to look at best practices in education while listening to the recommendations being made by the Department of Education (DOE), Office of Early Learning (OEL), the National Catholic Education Association (NCEA), the Florida Catholic Conference (FCC). Regular updates will be made to this plan based on information provided by all the organizations mentioned above and applicable federal, state, and local agencies.

Our priorities are:

Safety: Mitigating and slowing the growth of COVID-19 in the context of a return to
work and schools. Understanding that there is inherent risk in returning from social
distancing while in a pandemic, we also understand that we are part of a societal decision
that accepts balancing COVID-19 risk against the need for life to continue.
a. Hygiene Within Classrooms - we will emphasize strong hygienic practice.
b. Distance Options - We will offer the option of Distance Learning, using live synchronous teaching.

Presence: Keeping school open daily. We do not want to burden parents with
challenging schedules that require them to stay home and out of work - we want our
students at school, in their cohorts, for the full day. This is good for the children’s mental
health and social growth.

Growth: Despite limitations, we want our children to continue their academic progress
at grade level in their faith and in all core academic standards.

Covid-19 Safety Protocols

Social Distancing

Most of our classrooms are large enough to ideally socially distance students 6 feet, no
less than 3 feet, while students are seated, facing front. Clear plexiglass dividers (desk
barriers) are also being provided in order to protect students and staff.

The goal is to socially distance as much as possible.

Each grade level will be a cohort or group of people treated as a group. Grades will not
mix with other grades during the school day.
Cleaning and Safety Protocols

Trinity has put in place many protocols in order to protect students, teachers, and staff
while on our campus. They include:

● Plexiglass partitions for students and office. These will be supplied by the
school.
● Lanyards (tear-away) for students to hang masks on when not in use.
These will be supplied by the school.
● Touchless soap dispensers, sinks, and paper towel holders in restrooms
and classrooms.
● Touchless hand sanitizers in hallways.
● Touchless water bottle fillers in buildings.
● Touchless water fountains outside.
● Upgraded filters in the air conditioning system.
● Infrared thermometers.
● Additional janitorial staff with additional sanitizing responsibilities.
● Janitorial staff using a vaporizing disinfectant machine to rapidly sanitize
certain areas.
● Teachers sanitizing between classes using common areas.
● Thoroughly cleaning after hours.
● Use of an isolation room if students are exhibiting symptoms of Covid-19.

New Rule - Students/Staff must be fever-free for 72 hours without
fever reducing medication. If the student feels well enough, he/she
may participate in Distance Learning.
After-School and Extracurricular Activities

● Beyond-the-Bell
We will continue to offer our After School Program. Students will be grouped in small
cohorts based on grade/age. Protocols will be followed.
● Athletics
Our Athletic Director and the Florida High School Athletic Association/FHSAA, of
which we are a member, will follow rules and directions for our Middle School athletic
activities.
● Other Extracurriculars
Other extracurriculars will be analyzed and evaluated to determine the feasibility of the
activities.
● Events will be evaluated monthly to determine if they can be offered.
● Field Trips are not allowed until further notice.
Visitors

Back-to-School Videos

Back-to-School - General Information
Back-to-School Information - Early Childhood
Back-to-School - Special Areas
Arrival and Dismissal Procedures

Decision Tree

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COVID-19 Response

Covid Protocols - November 3, 2021

Covid-19 Protocols - October 15, 2021

Covid-19 Protocols - August 27, 2021

Covid-19 Safety Protocols

Social Distancing

Cleaning and Safety Protocols

After-School and Extracurricular Activities

Visitors

Back-to-School Videos

Back-to-School - General Information

Back-to-School Information - Early Childhood

Back-to-School - Special Areas

Arrival and Dismissal Procedures

Decision Tree

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