2021-22 School Year FAQ

Last updated on March 8, 2022

Cairo-Durham CSD’s opening plan outlines specific health and safety guidelines, such as a physical distancing, face coverings for all students and staff regardless of vaccination status, and ongoing cleaning and disinfecting.

Read the full 2021-22 Opening Plan or view a one-page summary of the plan and see below for answers to common questions about the 2021-22 school year.

*Please note: the District’s 2021-22 operating plan is subject to change based on updated guidance and local public health conditions. As new information is released, Cairo-Durham may modify the plan accordingly prior to September or during the school year. Any changes will be shared with the school community as soon as possible. You are encouraged to check our website often.

Resources

Guidance for COVID-19 Prevention in K-12 Schools (CDC)
COVID-19 Guidance for Safe Schools (American Academy of Pediatrics)
Back to School Health and Safety Guide (NYS Education Department)
New Masking Guidance Update – Supplemental Information (NYS Department of Health, March 2022)
School Masking and Testing Guidance: FAQs for Schools (NYS Department of Health, March 2022)

Cairo-Durham Central School District

2021-22 School Year FAQ

When is the first day of school?

What is the plan to open schools in September?

Will there be meetings to go over the opening plan?

When will bus routes be available?

What are the drop off and pick up procedures?

Where and how will students learn during the 2021-22 school year?

Will there still be construction on the MS/HS campus?

Is in-person instruction safe?

Is there a fully virtual learning option for those who want it?

Will there be any remote learning days?

Will there be daily health screenings?

Will students receive Chromebooks?

Where can I get student schedules?

Can students use lockers this year?

Are students or staff required to be vaccinated against COVID-19?

Will students or staff be tested for COVID-19 at school?

Will students and staff be required to wear masks? (Updated 3/8/2022)

Will masks be provided?

Can face shields be worn instead of masks?

Is physical distancing still in effect?

Can the Durham building be used to help with physical distancing?

How will transportation be affected?

What mitigation strategies will be implemented?

Will there be fall sports?

What fields will the soccer teams use?

Will students be able to use the track?

How will contact tracing and quarantining be handled?

If my child has to quarantine, will they still receive instruction?

Does a fully vaccinated person need to quarantine if they are exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19?

What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

If someone has COVID-19 symptoms, when can they return to in-person instruction?

How can I help prevent the spread of the virus?

Can I choose homeschooling for my child?

What if I have a question not answered here?