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Pine-Richland School District - Return to School
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Parents

A: The county health department or primary doctor should provide direction based on criteria related to
determination as a “close contact.” Individuals may also consult with his or her primary care physician.
LINK TO ACHD ISOLATION QUARANTINE PAGE.

Additionally, please contact your child’s school nurse. The school will work with you and ACHD to
confidentially identify those who were in close contact with your child. Your child’s name will not be
shared with other families.

Q: If my child is diagnosed with COVID-19. When can he/she return to school?
A: The relevant health department should provide direction based on criteria related to determination as a
“close contact.” Individuals may also consult with his or her primary care physician.

Q: What if a member of my family has been in close contact with someone who tested positive for
COVID-19?
A: The county health department will provide direction based on criteria related to determination as a
“close contact.” Individuals may also consult with his or her primary care physician.

Q: What if a family member has tested positive for COVID-19?
A: The county health department will provide direction based on criteria. Individuals may also consult
with the family’s primary care physician.

Q: What should I do if I am informed via Allegheny County Health Department contact tracers
that my child has been exposed to COVID-19.
A: If you are diagnosed with COVID-19 or are sick with symptoms of COVID-19, the county health
department will provide information. You should also work with your primary care physician and inform
your child’s school nurse. A listing of school nurses is available via this link.

CLEANING & AIR QUALITY

Q: When will cleaning occur for classrooms, high-traffic areas, and high-touch point areas?
A: Classrooms will be cleaned at various times during the day. Materials will be provided for teachers to
mist each desk with a cleaning solution and allow it to air dry during the day. Each evening classrooms
will be cleaned by the custodial staff. Additional training and professional development was provided to
the custodial staff. The custodial supervisor will monitor cleaning practices and protocols.

Q: How will technology be sanitized?
A: Technology devices will be cleaned by disinfectant wipes. Disinfectants used in the district are EPA
registered and certified to kill the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19).

Q: What is the district doing to address the air quality across all classrooms and buildings?
The district is working with Tower Engineering and guidance from ASHRAE to manage mechanical
systems. Our buildings are based on an air change rate of between 5 - 7 times per hour. Actions include:

● Adjust dampers on HVAC units to bring in more outside air during normal operations.
● Run HVAC systems with a continuous fan and do not use nighttime setback settings.
● Use economizer mode on available units to bring in fresh air during cooler times of the day.

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