Kasama Board of Education

Revised June 22, 2020

The Coronavirus Prevention Guideline

NEW LIFESTYLE

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【3 Basics to Avoid the Virus】

□ Practice Physical Distance ※ Avoid coming within 1-2 meters of anyone.

□ Wear a Mask ※ Each person must bring a replacement mask, just in case.

※ If anyone forgets their mask, the school will provide one.

※ To avoid heat stroke, anyone is allowed to remove their

mask if they are outside and at least 1-2 meters away from anyone.

□ Wash Your Hands（with Soap） ※ Always wash your hands before entering a classroom,

after leaving a classroom, after using the restroom,

and before/after lunch.

※ Bring your own hand towel to dry your hand.

【For Teachers】

□ The principal is responsible for health administration

system at school and must coordinate with the school

doctor and pharmacist.

□ Model the 3 Basics (①Practice Physical Distance ②Wear

a Mask ③Wash Your Hands) for the students.

□ Check your condition and take your temperature every

morning. Stay home and rest if you have any symptoms.

□ Use an empty room when the teachers’room becomes

too crowded. Avoid face-to-face conversations.

□ When having a meeting, use a big room, minimize the

number of members, and ventilate the area. If there is a

need to share some information, use C4th.

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【Guidance for Students】

□ Students have to understand the importance and the

meaning of Coronavirus prevention. Teachers must

guide students to avoid risks by following the rules.

□ Students also have to know how to act in any situation

when they cannot be seen by teachers (e.g. on the way

home from school, in-between classes). ※ Let the students know that all floors or hallways are unclean.

□ Do not only tell students what to do, but also make them

think about what is best to prevent Coronavirus.

□ Students must know proper mask protocol (e.g. how to

wear it, how to throw it away). ※ Let students know that they should avoid touching their eyes, nose, or

mouth as much as possible.

□ Students must remember to bring the following 3 items

to school: ・Clean towel or tissues

・Extra mask（for emergencies）

・Clean cloth or bag for mask

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【Before Going to School / Leaving from School】

□ Students must take their temperature in the morning at

home. If there are any cold or

Coronavirus-related symptoms,

he/she must stay home and rest.

□ If a student couldn't take their temperature at home,

he/she must do it at school using a contactless

thermometer in a different room. If they

have a fever, the teacher must inform the

parents and send the student home.

□ Students must wear a mask at all times, even on their way

to/from school. If a student is feeling sick by wearing a

mask, check on their condition. If the situation calls for it,

they may take the mask off. ※ Students will bring their own mask and also an extra mask in a bag.

※ If a student doesn't have a mask, the school will provide one.

※ If a student needs to take off their mask, practice physical distance.

□ Students should bring their own drink for hydration.

□ When going to and from school, try to avoid a situation

where students gather at the entrance. Also, remember

to practice physical distance when possible.

□ After getting to school, students should wash and/or

sanitize their hands before going into the classroom.

□ Cooperate with parents and volunteers

to watch students on their way to/from school.

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【To Prevent Heat Stroke】

On the way to/from school in the summer (June-September), students may take

off their masks to prevent heat stroke.

□ Walking to/from school: ※ It is fine to take it off if there is enough space from others.

※ When not wearing a mask, be careful and mindful

of cough/sneeze etiquette and conversation.

※ Upon arrival at school, students should put a mask on

before entering.

□ Riding a bicycle to/from school: ※ It is fine to take it off if there is enough space from others.

※ When not wearing a mask, be careful and mindful of cough/sneeze

etiquette and conversation.

※ Upon arrival at school, students should put a mask on before entering.

□ Taking a bus to/from school: ※ The students have to wear masks on the bus (and use A/C and air

circulation when possible).

※ On the bus, create as much space as possible and be careful when

having conversations.

※ After getting off a bus, the walking rules apply.

← KEEP ENOUGH DISTANCE →

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【At School】

□ Always keep the windows open. In a difficult situation (e.g.

rain), change the air as often as possible. Open opposite-

facing windows to create airflow. Be mindful to adjust

temperature by adding/removing layers. ※ Keep rooms ventilated even when the A/C is in use.

□ Wear a mask at all times.

□ Often sanitize and clean whatever everyone shares and

touches (e.g. doorknobs, handrails, light switches). ※ Wipe up only from one side.

□ In the classroom, create space (1m between desks), and

avoid having conversations with a loud voice.

□ Make basic virus prevention rules for lunch and break

times. ・How to spend time inside during a break

・How to spend time outside

・How to use playground equipment

・How to wash hands

□ Time schedules may altered with longer break times to

avoid students clustering around common areas, like

hand-washing stations.

□ During cleaning time, create ventilation and wear a mas ※ Sanitize shared cleaning tools before use.

※ Wash hands with soap after cleaning.

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【In the Classroom】

１．Time Schedule

□ Class periods may occasionally be shortened (down to 40

or 45 minutes) in order to add an extra class period.

２．Measures to Take

□ When one window is open, also open the opposite side.

□ Sanitize shared teaching aids, textbooks, and IT devices.

Before and after students use any of these items, wash

and also sanitize your hands.

□ Abstain from activities involving outsiders. ※ No guest teachers or out-of-school activities.

□ Teachers should always be mindful of the

WetBulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) index. ※ WBGT is a measure of the heat stress in direct sunlight, which takes into

account: temperature, humidity, wind speed, sun angle, and cloud cover

(solar radiation).

３．Prevention of Activities (that can possibly

spread the virus from person to person)

□ Everyone should have their own supplies. Students

should not be sharing things when avoidable.

□ If items are shared, wash your hands before and after use.

□ The Following activities (①-⑥) possess the highest risk of

infection, even when measures are followed:

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（★）: higher risks of infection

① All subjects（★）: Close proximity face-to-face group activities and

activities in which students use a loud voice while close to others.

② Science : Experiments and observations from a short distance.

③ Music （ ★ ） : Singing, playing instruments such as recorders and

harmonicas in a closed or cramped room.

④ Art : Collaborating, observing art from a short distance.

⑤ Home Economics（★）: Cooking practice in close proximity to others.

⑥ P.E.（★）: Activities that have physical contact with others.

４．Points of Attention for P.E. Class

□ Have P.E. classes outside when possible to avoid the risk

of heat stroke.

□ Activities should be individual efforts or a small number

of students so that proper distance can be maintained. ※ Wearing mask is not required when students are at least 2 meters apart and

not using loud voices. However, children may continue to wear masks if they

choose to do so.

□ Do warm-up exercises as usual. 2m

□ If parents do not wish for their student to participate in

P.E. class, clearly explain the preventative measures that

have been taken. If parents are still hesitant, then respect

their wishes and allow the student to not participate.

□ Be flexible as to whether or not P.E. class is feasible in light

of the actual circumstances each time.

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【Lunch Time】

１． Serving the Food

□ Food servers should be aware of their own condition

every day. When a member has any ailments (e.g. diarrhea,

fever, stomachache, vomiting), other students or the

teacher should substitute.

□ The servers must wear clean and sanitary the

serving cloth (apron, cap, mask).

□ Wearing a mask is required for all servers

to effectively prevent the spreading of germs.

□ Washing hands before and after lunchtime is required for

all servers and students. Servers should not touch

anything (including their faces) after washing their hands.

□ While serving, try not to have unnecessary conversations.

Keep at 1 meter away from others at all times.

□ Do not share tongs in a self-serve style with a few people.

□ HRT should be in charge of second helpings.

□ Do not re-serve or redistribute food that has already been

served once to a student.

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２．At the Table

□ Avoid facing each other.

Each sheet should keep 1-2 meters away from each other

as much as possible. At each table, avoid unnecessary

conversations.

□ Students may take off their masks after the greeting.

□ Always bring your own tissues and towel for any case, and

also, be mindful of cough etiquette. ※ Other ideas: Split the class in two and use spare rooms for lunch.

□ Students must put their masks on once finished eating.

３．After Eating

□ When finished, continue to wear a mask and leave 1-2

meters of space between you and others. Wait for further

instructions.

□ Schools need to have a time designated for discussion

with the school dentist and brushing teeth.

□ When brushing teeth, students should use their own cups,

sit at their own desks, and avoid any situation that is too

crowded (especially when rinsing their mouths).

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【Club Activities】

□ If a club activity has

dense population situations or face-to-face

conversations, change the club style for a

while. In stages, slowly resume normal activities.

□ Frequent ventilation and hand sanitizer stations are

required for club activities in classrooms or the gym. Also,

avoid situations where a large number of students are

doing an activity together in a small room.

□ If the club activity needs equipment such as instruments

or balls, try to avoid sharing items as much as possible.

Change the practice style or methods if necessary.

□ Keep all equipment sanitized, and wash your hands

before and after touching or using any item.

□ At meetings, avoid crowds and create a safe distance of

1-2 meters between students and teachers.

□ When changing clothes in a club room, make sure that it

is not crowded.

□ During mask-less club activities (e.g. running) keep a

distance of at least 2 meters or more from others. Also,

avoid unnecessary conversations in such situations,

especially while moving in the same direction.

□ Wear a home-use (cloth or paper) mask. Do not wear a

medical grade or industrial mask, such as the N95.

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【Mental Health】

□ Address mental health issues appropriately. Teachers and

school nurses need to assess the situation of students via

health observations. Schools may possibly conduct health

consultations and provide counselors for extra support.

□ Provide continuous support to students who had been

experiencing chronic absences before the school was

temporarily closed (including those who refuse to come to

school). Proactively engage with those students by

contacting their parents and professional staff.

□ If there is a suspected case of physical or emotional abuse

due to the appearance or observation of a student, do

not hesitate to contact the relevant authorities (i.e. police,

child consultation center, child welfare section).

【Prejudice / Discrimination】

□ Prejudice and discrimination of any kind to an infected

person, his/her close contacts and family, and medical

workers and their families, will not be tolerated. There is

zero tolerance for bullying.

□ Diffuse situations and respond appropriately to specific

needs of students who need more care (e.g. those who

are struggling to wear a mask or maintain distance).

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＊学校再開ガイドライン(5 月 28 日時点）より

茨城県教育委員会

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～「学校の新しい生活様式」～ 2020.6.16 Ver.2 【文部科学省】

○学校における新型コロナウイルス感染症に関する衛生管理マニュアル

～「学校の新しい生活様式」～ 2020.5.22 Ver.1 【文部科学省】

○学校再開ガイドライン(5 月 28 日時点） 【茨城県教育委員会】

○新型コロナウイルス感染症に係る公衆衛生研修会 R2.6.4

講師 常磐大学看護学部専任講師 栗田 順子先生 【笠間市教育委員会主催】