What happens if an employee tests postive for COVID-19?
View the Staff Reporting Responsibilities for more information.
If an employee misses the testing appointment opportunity provided at their work location, how soon afterward do they need to provide proof of testing and how should they provide this proof?
If an employee misses the COVID-19 testing opportunity at or near their school or office building, the employee must upload results to the PinPoint portal within 48 hours of the original testing opportunity provided at or near their school or office building.
How often will unvaccinated staff be required to undergo testing?
Unvaccinated staff will be required to undergo free weekly testing. Employees are expected to be tested once per week. Staff do not have to be tested the same day each week as long as testing occurs once between Sunday and Saturday. View the current testing procedures and schedule online.
Where can I information on the COVID-19 testing requirements for staff?
Answers to frequently asked questions about the HCPSS COVID-19 testing requirements for staff can be found directly at https://staff-help.hcpss.org/health/COVID-testing-requirements.
Where can I find information on the COVID-19 vaccination requirements for staff?
Answers to frequently asked questions about the HCPSS COVID-19 vaccination requirements for staff can be found directly at https://staff-help.hcpss.org/health/vaccination-requirements.
If a staff member misses the weekly opportunity to get tested at or near their school/office location, may they go to a different site?
Testing protocols are being finalized by MAKO and will include 12 testing sites located at each high school. Each site will have a testing window either before, during or after the school day. As we progress through the school year, the schedule, including site locations and times, may adjust to meet changing demands.
Do staff in need of COVID-19 testing have to receive it by HCPSS?
Beginning October 11, staff may be tested at any other public or private testing location, and provide their results once per week. The day of the week does not have to be the same each week as long as testing occurs once between Sunday and Saturday. Staff will not receive coverage for their classroom or job responsibilities in order to be tested so they must do so at times that do not require coverage.