Masks Encouraged – Addressing Current Surge in Viral Respiratory Illnesses
According to public health authorities, communities across our state and around the U.S. are experiencing an unprecedented surge in viral respiratory illnesses, including respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza and COVID-19. The district encourages students, staff and families to consider wearing masks in indoor settings to help slow the current spread.Read More
Free COVID-19 Rapid Test Kits for BSD Students, Staff and Families
BSD will be distributing free COVID-19 at-home rapid test kits to students, staff and their families December 12-16 ahead of Winter Break.Read More
Free COVID-19 Rapid Test Kits for BSD Students, Staff and Families
BSD will be distributing free COVID-19 at-home rapid test kits to students, staff and their families November 21-23, ahead of Thanksgiving break.Read More
October 1 Vaccine Clinic for BSD Students, Staff and Families
BSD will host a clinic at Odle Middle School on October 1, 2022, offering COVID vaccines and vaccine boosters. Read More
COVID-19 Guidance for 2022-23 School Year
On August 5, 2022, the Washington State Department of Health released updated requirements and guidance to mitigate COVID-19 transmission in K-12 schools and child care. BSD will continue to follow the guidance from WA DOH in the 2022-23 school year.Read More
Ardmore Vaccine Clinic Partners with ICHS for Student Well-Being
Through a partnership with International Community Health Services, BSD students had an opportunity to receive vaccines on-site at Ardmore Elementary. Such partnerships provide students access to health support in a safe and familiar environment – their school!Read More
A Message to BSD Families About Mask Wearing
For the first time in two years, on Monday, March 14, children and staff will come and go to schools without any requirement that they wear face coverings.Read More
Masks Optional at BSD Schools as of March 12
The following message was sent to BSD families and staff on March 7 regarding changes to BSD’s mask requirements. This change aligns with new guidance from Governor Inslee and is supported by the Washington State Department of Health and Public Health – Seattle & King County. Read More
Message on State Mask Mandate Being Lifted by Governor Jay Inslee
The following message was sent to BSD families and staff on February 18 regarding Governor Inslee’s lifting of the statewide mask mandate. New masking guidance is expected from our local public health jurisdiction in the upcoming weeks.Read More
Vaccination Clinics Offer Relief, Excitement for Students and Staff
Since February, BSD has hosted a total of 22 vaccine clinics, administering more than 10,450 shots for our students, staff and volunteers. Hear from the families who recently participated.
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