SOPs for reopening of schools: No sports or assembly, call senior students in slots, says Health Ministry

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Attendance for students will be voluntary and only to seek guidance from teachers. Online classes will continue. Those attending school will have to wear masks compulsorily. “This will be subject to the written consent of their parents/guardians. Such visits and teacher–student interaction must be organized in a staggered manner,” the SOP states.

Even for guidance, all senior students will not report to school together. Guidance activities will be staggered with students being allocated specific time for reporting.

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All entry points to the school will have hand sanitisers and thermal screening for temperature. To ensure that physical distancing of 6 feet is maintained, schools have been asked to draw markings on the floor in staff rooms, office areas, the mess, library, cafeteria and also design classroom seating accordingly.

Upon reopening, morning assembly, sports and any event or activity that could lead to crowding will not be allowed. Sharing of items such as class notes and stationery among students will also be prohibited.

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All educational institutions in the country have been closed since mid-March after the government announced a lockdown to prevent the spread of Covid-19.