COVID-19 Policy for Classes & Camps

Updated August 6, 2024; this guide will continue to be updated in accordance with city and state guidelines

KEY DETAILS

  • Masks on campus are not required, though strongly recommended for those who are feeling ill or have been in contact with an ill individual. Other COVID-19 safety mitigations/protections, including ventilation and hand washing,​ remain in place.
  • All SDJT staff, teachers and teaching aides are vaccinated against COVID-19 and will continue to follow other community guidelines during class hours.
  • In the event a teaching artist is unable to teach, SDJT will make the necessary arrangements to resume the class with a substitute teacher.
  • Students and employees who have symptoms of COVID-19 such as fever, cough, congestion, sore throat, vomiting or diarrhea, that cannot be explained from a chronic condition, should stay at home and should test for COVID-19. Individuals can return to school or work when they are feeling better, their symptoms are mild and improving, and they have been without a fever for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication.
  • Current guidance issued by the California Department of Public Health is reflected in the latest COVID-19 Decision Tree for K-12 Schools.

CLEANING & DISINFECTING

  • All classroom are cleaned at the end of each day by City of San Diego custodians. They pay special attention to high-touch areas including door handles, handrails, bathrooms, light switches, faucets, knobs, etc.
  • All cleaning supplies will be stored securely and out of reach of children.

COMMON AREA SAFETY MEASURES

  • For camps, students eat snacks or take breaks on the first-floor courtyard or outside of the Casa del Prado building.
  • The Casa del Prado bathrooms are shared by other youth arts organizations and are not accessible to the public. A keycode, known only by Casa del Prado staff, is required for entry. The “buddy system” is strictly enforced
  • At least one classroom door will remain open as long as deemed necessary and safe.
  • All visitors or outside workers will be strictly limited to program staff, students and maintenance-related City personnel who are necessary for the safety and upkeep of the property. All visitors will be required to comply with the same safety protocol as students, parents and staff.

PREVENTION STRATEGIES

  • Disposable masks are available for students and staff to use as needed.
  • Teachers will actively visually monitor children throughout the class period. Should a child exhibit symptoms of any kind (including fever, cough, shortness of breath, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or unexplained rash), they will be separated from the larger group and isolated. SDJT will check temperatures if a student is suspected of having a fever.
  • The parent/guardian of any student displaying symptoms will be contacted immediately to arrange pick-up. The student may be picked up in the Education Office or may be escorted to parent/guardian’s car by a staff member as needed.
  • If a child exhibits severe symptoms, emergency services will be called immediately. Severe symptoms include: extreme difficulty breathing (i.e. not being able to speak without gasping for air), bluish lips or face, persistent pain or pressure in the chest, severe persistent dizziness or lightheadedness, new confusion or inability to rouse someone or new seizure or seizures that won’t stop.
  • If staff become symptomatic on-site, they will leave the Casa del Prado immediately.

RESPONSE TO POTENTIAL COVID-19 INFECTION

  • Any student or staff member with symptoms of COVID-like illness should not come to the Casa del Prado. If symptoms occur while in class, the student/staff will be isolated and then sent home immediately. They should be advised to seek medical care if symptoms are severe.
  • Students may return to class when they meet BOTH of the following criteria:
    • Symptoms are improving overall, and
    • The student has been fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication.
  • Students who have had contact with someone who has been exposed to a case or possible case are not required to isolate unless they develop symptoms or are diagnosed with COVID-19.

RESOURCES AND SUPPLIES

  • Disinfectant wipes and hand sanitizer will be stationed in every classroom.
  • Bathrooms are maintained by the City of San Diego and provide soap, water, and disposable paper towels.

San Diego Junior Theatre has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19; however, SDJT cannot guarantee that you or your child(ren) will not become infected with COVID-19. Further, attending SDJT could increase your risk and your child(ren)’s risk of contracting COVID-19.