SCAMP Covid-19 Protocols
Guiding Principles for a Safe and Fun Summer!
GENERAL
To minimize the potential spread of COVID-19, we will engage in the following best practices:
HANDWASHING
We understand that washing hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds is the best practice for reducing spread of disease, but there may be times when an alcohol-based hand sanitizer may be used instead, at the following points during the typical day:
PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT (PPE)
COVID-19 SYMPTOM MONITORING:
Fever is the key indicator, therefore all persons must have their temperature tested before entering the building and measure 100 Degrees Fahrenheit or less.
Additionally, no one should enter the building if any of the following have been experienced in the previous 48 hours:
Campers will be monitored closely for possible signs of illness. If a child becomes ill during the school day, the following immediate steps will be taken:
If a staff member develops symptoms during camp hours:
PROTOCOL FOR POSITIVE COVID-19 TEST, EXPOSURE OR SYMPTOMS
In the event that a student, staff member or visitor tests positive for COVID-19, the Oakland County Health Department and Bloomfield Hills Schools will be contacted immediately. We will use their recommendations to determine whether to close individual classrooms or the entire school, the duration of the closure and other next steps.
We are required to notify families of possible exposure to communicable disease, like COVID-19.
If a staff member or camper tests positive (or expected to test positive) for COVID-19, has had explore (or possible exposure) or is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, the individual may not return to school until ALL of the following have been met:
If a camper is required to self-quarantine, tuition will not be refunded and make-up days are not permitted.
CLOSURES:
If a class is closed due to COVID-19 exposure or by state orders, remote camp experiences will likely not be offered. Depending on the severity and timing of the circumstances, tuition refunds may be issued. These decisions will be determined by our SCAMP Coordinator and Special Education Director in Bloomfield Hills Schools, if and when it is required.
DROP-OFF, PICK-UP AND BUSSING PLAN:
Any person that enters the building must be proven to have a temperature no higher than 100 Degrees Fahrenheit. Temperature checks, including on themselves, will be performed by staff using a touchless thermometer.
Each day parents and staff will self-check to confirm the following of their child:
Staff will admit and dismiss campers outside of the building (adults must wear face coverings and are strongly discouraged from entering the building at this time).
Only one adult per child should be present for drop-off and pick-up (ideally this would be the same adult each day).
Everyone will wash their hands or use hand sanitizer upon entering and before exiting the building.
ACCEPTANCE OF THIS POLICY:
Acceptance of this, and all SCAMP policies, will be established by signing the Enrollment Packet. Changes to this plan are to be expected and will be clearly communicated.
Guiding Principles for a Safe and Fun Summer!
GENERAL
To minimize the potential spread of COVID-19, we will engage in the following best practices:
- To the extent possible, classes will maintain a consistent group of campers and teachers, each in their own classroom.
- Mixing of children across the groups will be limited by following a schedule that staggers each group’s time on the playground, at the beach and in the art room.
- Non-essential entry to the building will be limited.
- Due to the nature of working with individuals with disabilities, physical distancing will be practiced where and when it’s possible, but it will not be a requirement.
CLEANING AND DISINFECTING: - Cleaning and disinfecting schedules will be developed and implemented to ensure that all items and surfaces in classrooms get disinfected throughout the day.
- Commonly-used items and high touch surfaces will be disinfected daily.
- We will use CDC recommended disinfectants and/or diluted bleach solutions (avoiding use near campers).
HANDWASHING
We understand that washing hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds is the best practice for reducing spread of disease, but there may be times when an alcohol-based hand sanitizer may be used instead, at the following points during the typical day:
- Upon arrival
- Before and after snack
- After using the toilet
- After cough/sneezing or blowing nose
- Before and after going to an activity or playground
- Before dismissal
PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT (PPE)
- All staff, campers and parents/guardians must wear a mask at all times while at SCAMP. Any staff or camper who can not wear a mask due to medical reasons needs to fill out the following form https://www.bloomfield.org/uploaded/News_-_BHS/BHS_Facial_Covering_Medical_Exemption_Form.pdf
- Mask breaks will be allowed while playing outside and are able to be six feet a part and also while at the beach swimming.
- Staff will wear gloves consistent with previous practices, including diapering, any medical needs and food service.
COVID-19 SYMPTOM MONITORING:
Fever is the key indicator, therefore all persons must have their temperature tested before entering the building and measure 100 Degrees Fahrenheit or less.
Additionally, no one should enter the building if any of the following have been experienced in the previous 48 hours:
- Temperature over 100 Degrees Fahrenheit
- Confirmed or suspected exposure to COVID-19
- One or more of the following symptoms: cough, diarrhea, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, change in smell or taste, lethargy/fatigue
Campers will be monitored closely for possible signs of illness. If a child becomes ill during the school day, the following immediate steps will be taken:
- Campers will be isolated in the camp office with on caregiver (teacher, aide, or coordinator).
- Camper’s temperature will be taken- if over 100 Degrees Fahrenheit, parents will be contacted and expected to pick up the child within 30 minutes.
- If temperature is under 100 Degrees Fahrenheit, but the child exhibits one or more of the other symptoms listed above, parents will be contacted to pick up the child within 30 minutes.
- If no listed symptoms are present, continue to closely monitor the child as they rejoin the group.
- Observations will be reported to parents/guardians upon pick-up.
- Isolation room will be cleaned and disinfected.
If a staff member develops symptoms during camp hours:
- If possible, the staff member will leave the building immediately.
- If not, the staff member will wear a medical grade mask and limit close interactions with campers until replacement arrives.
- Campers in the affected class may need to be picked up if no other caregiver is available.
- If the ill staff member needs to be picked up or otherwise can not leave the facility immediately, they will wait in the isolation location.
PROTOCOL FOR POSITIVE COVID-19 TEST, EXPOSURE OR SYMPTOMS
In the event that a student, staff member or visitor tests positive for COVID-19, the Oakland County Health Department and Bloomfield Hills Schools will be contacted immediately. We will use their recommendations to determine whether to close individual classrooms or the entire school, the duration of the closure and other next steps.
We are required to notify families of possible exposure to communicable disease, like COVID-19.
If a staff member or camper tests positive (or expected to test positive) for COVID-19, has had explore (or possible exposure) or is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, the individual may not return to school until ALL of the following have been met:
- Fever-free for at least 48 hours without the use of medicine that reduces fevers, AND
- At least 10 days have passed since exposure or any symptoms first appeared AND
- Any other symptoms have improved
If a camper is required to self-quarantine, tuition will not be refunded and make-up days are not permitted.
CLOSURES:
If a class is closed due to COVID-19 exposure or by state orders, remote camp experiences will likely not be offered. Depending on the severity and timing of the circumstances, tuition refunds may be issued. These decisions will be determined by our SCAMP Coordinator and Special Education Director in Bloomfield Hills Schools, if and when it is required.
DROP-OFF, PICK-UP AND BUSSING PLAN:
Any person that enters the building must be proven to have a temperature no higher than 100 Degrees Fahrenheit. Temperature checks, including on themselves, will be performed by staff using a touchless thermometer.
Each day parents and staff will self-check to confirm the following of their child:
- No fever
- No cough or shortness of breath (or other common COVID symptoms like Diarrhea, change in smell or taste, etc.)
- No contact with COVID-19 in the last 14 days
- If yes is answered to any of these questions, the above Protocol for Positive COVID-19 test, Exposure or Symptoms must be followed.
Staff will admit and dismiss campers outside of the building (adults must wear face coverings and are strongly discouraged from entering the building at this time).
Only one adult per child should be present for drop-off and pick-up (ideally this would be the same adult each day).
Everyone will wash their hands or use hand sanitizer upon entering and before exiting the building.
ACCEPTANCE OF THIS POLICY:
Acceptance of this, and all SCAMP policies, will be established by signing the Enrollment Packet. Changes to this plan are to be expected and will be clearly communicated.
