The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has archived the COVID-19 guidance and On the Desktop messages that were issued between March 2020 and May 24, 2022 . That guidance is accessible for reference on the Commissioner's page. We continue to collaborate with the Department of Public Health on any health and safety recommendations related to COVID-19. Our help center (781-338-3500) remains available to assist districts, and we will continue to share information through the Commissioner's Weekly Update.
Vaccination letter to families from DPH and the Massachusetts Chapter of AAP — December 22, 2022
Letter on Staying Healthy This Season from DPH and the Massachusetts Chapter of the AAP (Also Available in Spanish ) — November 1, 2022
Update on COVID-19 Matters in K-12 Schools for Fall 2022 — August 15, 2022
Isolation and quarantine guidance for individuals in educational settings — Updated August 15, 2022
Department of Public Health School Health Office Information 2022 — June 21, 2022
Update on K-12 COVID-19 Testing Program for Spring, Summer and Fall 2022 — May 24, 2022
Last Updated: December 22, 2022
Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH): Information on the Outbreak of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance for schools
Parents and guardians questions can be directed to COVID19K12ParentInfo@mass.gov
District and school staff's questions can be directed to: Reopeningk12@mass.gov