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COVID-19 Process Maps
Follow these steps if you show symptoms of COVID-19, test positive for COVID-19, or are exposed to someone who tests positive for COVID-19.
Latest Updates
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August 10, 2021 Health and Safety Updates for the 2021-22 School Year
Welcoming students back to the classrooms in person and surrounding them with caring educators and needed support is the best way to help them grow academically and re-engage in the learning and social environments that are critical to their development.
Learn more about what to expect for the 2021-22 school year.
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August 27, 2021 COVID-19 Testing Available at Red Clay Schools
In partnership with the Delaware Division of Public Health and Quidel, Red Clay schools are offering COVID-19 testing this fall. Learn more and register.
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September 28, 2021 Governor Issues Emergency Regulation Requiring Vaccination or Testing for K-12 Employees
Governor John Carney, the Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH), and the Delaware Department of Education (DOE) announced on September 28 that educators, school staff, contractors, and volunteers who work in K-12 public and private schools must get vaccinated for COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing. The requirement, which will be formally issued by emergency regulation, takes effect November 1.
Read the Governor's announcement here.
We are working with our respective employee groups to ensure we are in compliance with the latest order issued by Governor Carney. As we continue to support and maintain safe school environments, this will be another step in mitigating the impact of COVID-19 in Red Clay schools.
Please stay tuned for updates and more details as we work to ensure compliance with the latest order.
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October 7, 2021 Chaperones on Field Trips
Chaperones may be permitted to assist on field trips so long as they comply with the State of Delaware's emergency regulation requiring all educators, school staff, contractors and volunteers who work in K-12 public and private schools must get vaccinated for COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing. This requirement will go into effect on November 1, 2021.
Chaperones will be asked to provide proof of vaccination or proof of negative COVID-19 test at least 48-72 hours prior to the field trip. Chaperones must also complete the COVID-19 Self-Screener for Red Clay Students and Staff and comply with all mask requirements.
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January 1, 2022 Returning After the Winter Break
Read Superintendent Green's message for important health updates as you prepare to return to school after the winter break.
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January 3, 2022 New DPH Guidance for Schools
The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) issued new guidance on how schools must respond to positive COVID-19 tests and close contacts in school settings. View the guidance on our Health & Safety page.
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January 10, 2022: Updated DPH Guidance for Schools
The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) updated guidance for schools on January 10. The new infographics define close contacts in school settings and the response protocol for students and staff based on an individual’s vaccination status.
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Questions?
Contact Hugh Broomall, Deputy Superintendent and COVID-19 Coordinator, at hugh.broomall@redclay.k12.de.us.
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July 8, 2020
Help Us Plan for Fall 2020, Take Our Reopening Survey Today
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July 17, 2020
Delaware Department of Education Releases Guide for Reopening Schools
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July 24, 2020
Here's What We Heard from the Fall 2020 Reopening Survey
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August 5, 2020
Red Clay Announces Roadmap to Reopening
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August 19, 2020
Superintendent Green Shares Updates on Red Clay's Roadmap to Reopening
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September 3, 2020
Governor Issues Twenty-Seventh Modification to State of Emergency Declaration
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September 6, 2020
How Are We Promoting Hand Hygiene in Our Schools?
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September 8, 2020
Red Clay Offers Meals to Go During Remote Learning
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September 15, 2020
This Week's Updates on Red Clay's Roadmap to Reopening
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September 25, 2020
Red Clay Announces Phase 2 Phased Reopening, Enroll by October 2
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September 30, 2020
Red Clay Webinar Answers Top Questions about Reopening
Click here to watch the webinar.
Please note: This webinar was recorded via Zoom, with ASL interpreters. Due to a technical issue, the ASL interpreters did not appear in the recording. We apologize for any inconvenience. For a transcript, please view the video on YouTube and choose the Open Transcript option. If you need assistance, please contact our Office of Special Services at 302.552.3773.
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October 1, 2020
Enrollment Deadline Extended, COVID-19 Testing for Students
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October 2, 2020
Learn About Accelerate Education for Red Clay Online
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October 5, 2020
COVID-19 Testing at a School Near You
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October 6, 2020
Red Clay Online Option Modified for K-5 Students
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October 6, 2020
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October 8, 2020
Special School Board Meeting, Enrollment Deadline Delayed. Click here to learn more.
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October 14, 2020
View an important update for grades 6-12.
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December 3, 2020
Please see an important update from Red Clay schools regarding a pause to in-person learning effective December 7, 2020.
View the second marking period calendars for Red Clay on Campus and Red Clay Online.
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January 6, 2021
Please see a message from Superintendent Green regarding a COVID-19 update and next steps.
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March 19, 2021
Please see a message from Superintendent Green regarding next steps for the fourth marking period.
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May 21, 2021
Please see a message from Superintendent Green regarding Governor Carney’s latest order, which continues to require mask wearing on public transit, planes, in schools, health care facilities and congregate settings like prisons and homeless shelters.
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June 22, 2021
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June 24, 2021
As we begin summer programs across our district, please see these important health reminders for summer school students and staff.
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2019-20 School Year
See updates from the 2019-20 school year.
