Spring Break COVID-19 Testing
As part of the DCPS enhanced COVID-19 surveillance testing program, all students and staff will be required to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test before returning to school on Tuesday, April 19. This is an extension of the DCPS #SafeReturn testing measures that took place after winter break. Additional information is available HERE.
Test kits were distributed to Deal students during 8th period on Thursday, April 7. If your student did not receive a test kit, please visit a District COVID Center or a Rapid Test Pick Up Site to receive one. You are also welcome to stop by the school tomorrow (Monday, April 18) from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm to pick up a test kit.
TOMORROW, take the easy-to-use, at-home test and follow the instructions provided HERE. Families may choose to utilize their own testing option, but tests administered before April 18 will not be accepted. Each COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test kit includes two COVID-19 tests. Families are encouraged to administer the second test 36 hours later, per the test kit instructions, but only one negative test is required to return to school.
Upload your test results TOMORROW: Provide proof of your test results to dcps.dc.gov/safereturn by 9:00 pm on Sunday, April 18. Enter your child's name, address, a contact email, a contact phone number, school, date of the test, and test results.
Please note that students will not be permitted to attend school until they provide proof of a negative test result following spring break. If a student arrives at school without completing a test, families will be provided with a test kit to administer. Unaccompanied students will be tested on-site by trained medical professionals but may face a lengthy wait outside before starting the school day. If you choose to opt your child out of rapid antigen tests, your child must quarantine for 10 days and cannot attend school during this time.
If your student tests positive, follow all isolation guidance from DC Health and your child’s healthcare provider. Individuals who test positive cannot report for in-person activities and should remain at home during their isolation period. This includes students who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
