RECENT IDPH AND ISBE PUBLICATIONS ADD NEW GUIDANCE, RESTRICTIONS, AND A FAIR AMOUNT OF CONFUSION

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RECENT IDPH AND ISBE PUBLICATIONS ADD NEW GUIDANCE, RESTRICTIONS, AND A FAIR AMOUNT OF CONFUSION

Aug 24, 2020

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Written by John “Jack” Klinker and Catherine R. Locallo

As the 2020–2021 school year draws closer or, for some, is already here, ISBE and IDPH continue to publish new and updated COVID-19 guidance directed at Pre-K through 12 schools. The recent guidance provides a variety of “non-negotiables” and recommendations while adding a fair amount of confusion about isolation/quarantine protocols and return to school/work. The following is our analysis highlighting some key points from the various guidance as of August 20, 2020.