Cherokee County Schools 2021–2022 Back to School Guidance
- Cherokee County Schools expects all students to return to in-person learning for the 2021-2022 school year.
- Masking is encouraged for all individuals while indoors.
- Students at least 3 feet apart in the classroom will not have to quarantine IF BOTH students are wearing masks properly.
- Masking is required for passengers and drivers on school buses.
- Vaccinations are encouraged for faculty, staff, and students who are eligible.
- Vaccinated individuals identified as a close contact will not have to quarantine as long as they are not showing symptoms.
- Proper social distancing of six feet should be maintained whenever possible.
- ADPH considers an individual a close contact if they are within six feet of a positive COVID person for at least 15 minutes
- Individuals who are COVID positive must quarantine per ADPH guidelines.
- All students and staff who have symptoms of COVID should remain at home and consult their health care providers.
- At this time, there are no restrictions on attendance at extracurricular activities.
- Please recognize and remember that COVID remains a threat outside of the school setting. Vaccinations, face coverings, social distancing, and proper hygiene are the best tools to combat this pandemic in all areas of our society.
- Cherokee County Schools may modify this guidance as warranted by conditions or further guidance from the State Department of Education, ADPH, and/or the CDC.
~Cherokee County School Superintendent Mike Welsh
