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Mask Mandate Update & Letter

Read the latest update as of February 28, 2022.

Superintendent's Letter to MUHSD

Superintendent's Letter to MUHSD

Good Afternoon MUHSD,

Today, Governor Newsom and Dr. Mark Ghaly (state health department) provided an update on the masking protocols as it pertains to public schools and school districts. As of March 12th, students and staff will no longer be required to wear a face-covering indoors. This applies to both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals.

The state does still strongly recommend’ masking at schools but leaves that up to local jurisdictions (i.e. county health departments, school districts). MCDPH has confirmed they will not require masks in schools. MUHSD will be dropping the mask mandate effective March 12th. Those who wish to continue to wear a mask may do so, and we encourage them to do so. It is strongly recommended.

We also encourage everyone to continue displaying COVID prevention protocols with regard to gathering in large groups, cleaning, and regular handwashing. Students and staff should also continue to remain home when sick.

As of this moment, there is no further guidance on testing, so we will continue with our current system for the time being. This update is intended for both staff and students. CalOSHA and the CA Dept of Public Health will be in alignment on this issue. We will continue to update you as new information becomes available.

Thank you,

Alan Peterson

Superintendent

Merced Union High School District

Free Rapid Antigen and PCR Testing

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MUHSD has partnered with the California Department of Public Health to offer students rapid antigen and PCR testing for COVID-19. Not all students will be tested, only those who are identified as a close contact.

Results of the tests will be available within minutes, and if a student's test comes back negative, they can be sent back to class. This testing is through Primary Health . To get started, students need to pre-register.

Sites will be testing on most school days between the hours of 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM. This is specific for each of our high school sites. Again, if a student's COVID-19 test comes back negative they will not have to quarantine and can go back to class.

If assistance is needed with registration or if there any questions about the CA Rapid Antigen Testing Program, please contact a call center representative Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm PST at 650-275-5419. To get information on hours of operation for different test locations, please contact your site's Health Office.

Merced Union High School District Covid-19 Testing- Student Registration

Merced Union High School District Covid-19 Testing- Staff Registration