Nurses Notes: Rising Cases

Good Day VIMSIA Families - The VI Department of Health reports a concerning rise in COVID-19 cases on St. Thomas.  Despite vaccination efforts, we are still dealing with the potential for infection and transmission within our community.  I want to take this opportunity to ask that we all step up to do our part to keep ourselves, friends, neighbors, co-workers, classmates, and family members safe! 

Please adhere to the VIMSIA Covid Honor Code and the VI Government's mandates.  Even if you are vaccinated, it is still possible to contract and transmit COVID-19 unknowingly.  It is important to keep safe distancing, handwashing, and mask protocols when in public places.  Ask other members of your "pod" to do the same.  

If your child is experiencing moderate to severe cold symptoms (runny nose, sore throat, cough, with or without fever), please keep them home from school until the symptoms have resolved. 

For those 12 years of age and older who have not yet been vaccinated, we at VIMSIA strongly encourage you to consider doing so as soon as possible.  The closer the territory gets to herd immunity, the less chance of having spikes, as we see now.  You can schedule your appointment with your own medical provider, or go to https://www.covid19.usvi.care/... to schedule with the VI DOH. 

Please know that VIMSIA continues to prioritize the health and safety of our students, teachers, and families while making every attempt for everyone to safely enjoy pre-Covid activities such as Prom, Graduation, End Session, and Musicales.  We appreciate everyone's commitment to helping us reach our goals and end our school year COVID-FREE!