Dr. William Lennarz, system chair of pediatrics, discusses opening schools amid the COVID-19 pandemic. From screening upon entry to decreasing "mixing" during the school day, here are some of Ochsner's recommendations for a safe reopening. For more information, visit ochsner.org/coronavirus.
Ochsner Hospital for Children continues to work with leadership from over 150 schools to provide guidance and support for a safe return to school. Ochsner’s Safe Return to School team is dedicated to providing resources and information so schools can create a healthy learning environment.
Our team provides guidance and expertise in regards to mental wellbeing and physical health in response to COVID-19.
This goal is accomplished through a variety of methods including:
Ochsner is still accepting partnership requests. To inquire about the program, please email healthyschools@ochsner.org.
Click to download and print the following flyers to share with your students. Place the flyers around your school to encourage your community to practice healthy measures to slow the spread of coronavirus.
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