2021-22 COVID-19 Updates
This site serves as a home for COVID-19 information for the 2021-22 school year at The Burlington School.
TBS deeply values the health and safety of our students, families, faculty and staff. We are regularly monitoring updates from a variety of organizations, including the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. We continue to communicate with the North Carolina Association of Independent Schools regarding best practices for preparedness and response plans.
As of Feb. 28, 2022, TBS has moved to a mask-optional environment for both students and staff members. All visitors to the school will still be required to wear a mask.
Updated NCDHHS Guidance
- Staff and students who have symptoms, regardless of vaccination status should – get tested and isolate from others while waiting for a result. If testing is not possible, follow the guidance below as if the person is positive.
- Isolation: Staff and students who test positive, regardless of vaccination status, and
• Do not have symptoms – should isolate from others for 5 days, then wear a mask for 5 additional days.
• Have symptoms – should isolate from others until fever-free and symptoms are improving. Individuals should isolate for at least 5 days since symptoms began and then wear a mask for 5 additional days.
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