WMCSD is looking forward to the first day of school on Wednesday, August 4, 2021. The following article is from the Mississippi Department of Education. We are sharing this information with you in an effort to keep our Tigers healthy. It's a Great Day to be a Tiger! We are TIGERStrong!
MSDH Preventing COVID-19: Recommendations and Requirements
Updated July 28, 2021
Mississippi is experiencing high levels of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations due to the delta variant. The delta variant is much more contagious, and spreads twice as easily compared to other strains. Outbreaks have been identified in youth camps, faith-based gatherings, funerals and social events.
MSDH recommends the following steps to control the spread of COVID-19:
- Get a COVID-19 vaccination if you are eligible.
- Wear a mask in all indoor public settings, even if you are vaccinated.
- If you test positive for COVID-19, even if fully vaccinated, you should isolate for at least 10 days from the beginning of your symptoms (or from your test date if you have no symptoms. )
- If you are exposed to someone with COVID-19, you should get tested 3-5 days following exposure. If you are not fully vaccinated, you should quarantine for at least 10 days after exposure (fully vaccinated persons do not have to quarantine after exposure, but should get tested).
- If you are 65 years of age or older, you should avoid all indoor mass gatherings, even if you have been vaccinated.
- If you have a chronic medical condition, you should avoid all indoor mass gatherings, even if you have been vaccinated.
For more information visit MSDH Preventing COVID-19: Recommendations and Requirements.