Governor Murphy has signed Executive Order (EO) 251 that mandates masking in the indoor premises of all public, private, and parochial preschool, elementary, and secondary school buildings, with limited exceptions.
Protocols for Students and Staff Returning from Travel
Domestic Travel: Even though there is no statewide travel advisory or mandate in place at this time, it is recommended that individuals follow the CDC and NJDOH quarantine guidelines for unvaccinated individuals. (updated guidance as of 10/15/21)
International Travel: Fully vaccinated individuals who have traveled internationally must test 3-5 days upon returning and are required to obtain their result before returning to work/school. No quarantine is required if travel is within 3 months of a positive test date as long as the individual remains asymptomatic.
Unvaccinated individuals who have traveled internationally must get tested 3 - 5 days after return from travel and quarantine for a full 5 days (return to work/school on day 6). (updated guidance as of 1/18/22)
Parents and caregivers should monitor their children for signs of infection and illness each day. Students and staff should not attend school if they are sick or are experiencing possible symptoms of COVID-19.
Each school/building will have a designated employee (in most cases, the school nurse) who will be responsible for working with the WDOH to identify possible contacts and further limit exposure.
Any student/households or staff that report symptoms with or without known close contact with an infected individual are to be referred for evaluation by their healthcare provider for testing.
Field Trips, Extra-Curricular Activities & Use of Facilities Outside of School Hours To protect the safety and health of staff members and students, athletic programs in Wayne will continue under NJSIAA guidance and clubs and other extra-curricular programs will continue to be offered on CDC, NJDOH and WDOH guidance and recommendations.