Chesterbrook Academy Newsletter
Important Dates
November 24-December 7: Virtual Scholastic Book Fair
November 26 & 27: CBA Closed for ThanksgivingNovember 30: Last day for Crisis Nursery Drive
December 7: Last day for Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
December 24: CBA Closes at 12:30pm for Christmas Eve
December 25: CBA Closed for Christmas
December 31: CBA Closes at 12:30pm for New Yeas Eve
January 1: CBA Closed for New Years Day
COVID-19 Precaution Reminders
*Drop off and Pickup - please wear a mask and socially distance
*Mark your child out in Links 2 Home if they won't be attending, this helps us with staffing
*If your child gets a COVID-19 test, they can not attend until you have received test results
*If anyone in the household gets a COVID-19 test, we ask that children do not attend until you have received test results as this is a highly recommended practice by the health department
*Travel reminder - if you choose to travel out of the area please quarantine for 14 days upon your return
*Illness policy - children must be symptom free for 72 hours before returning to school
How We're Keeping our School Safe
The health and safety of our children and families is always our highest priority. That is why we have been working diligently to continue creating a safe and fun learning environment for our students.
A recent study by Yale University confirmed that childcare centers practicing safety protocols do not pose an increased risk of spreading COVID-19 in their communities. As a reminder, below are the health and safety measures we’ve implemented based on CDC guidelines, state and local regulations, and the American Academy of Pediatrics. We will continue to update as necessary.
Health Checks
We screen temperatures of all staff and children. Anyone with a temperature of at least 100.4 degrees or showing other signs of illness is not permitted to enter the facility. If a child becomes ill during the day, they will stay in a separate area while awaiting pickup.
Safe Distancing
Staff are the only adults permitted to enter the building. Pick up and drop off take place outside the facility. Seating areas are spaced as permitted to provide social distancing when possible.
Facial Coverings
All staff members wear facial coverings while caring for children. Children over the age of 2 years wear facial coverings except when eating, napping and outside.
Sanitation
We continue our focus on handwashing and disinfecting throughout the day. Staff wear disposable gloves for serving food, changing diapers/toileting, etc.
Sleep
Teachers place nap mats head to toe, not face to face. Each child’s bedding is stored separately and sent home for washing frequently.
Meet our CBA Staff
Ms. Kacey
Ms. Tessa
Ms. Kristin
Ms. Staci
Ms. Kaylee
Covering Ms. Chandra's maternity leave
Ms. Jessica
Ms. Chloe
Ms. Karina
Ms. Alexa
Ms. Farhanah
Ms. Kathy
Ms. Alyssa
Ms. Morgan
Mr. Cordell
Ms. Bella
Randi Kinsella, Principal
Email: randi.kinsella@chesterbrookacademy.com
Website: www.UIUC.ChesterbrookAcademy.com
Phone: 217-344-4863