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Back to school in Abu Dhabi: All the guidelines children need to follow

Students and faculty need to provide a negative PCR test result every two weeks

Published: February 16, 2021 13:20 Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor

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Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has updated private school reopening policies and guidelines. Students across all classes returned to school campuses in the emirate on February 15. — Take a look at what the first day back at school campus was like for some students in Abu Dhabi: gulfnews.com/1.77197515 Image Credit: Supplied

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If your child has returned to school this term, these are the guidelines that will be implemented by ADEK, aimed at ensuring a healthy and safe return to school. — The guidelines by ADEK were announced by Abu Dhabi Media Office. Image Credit: Shutterstock

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Precautionary measures • 1.5m physical distancing • Masks are mandatory for students in Grade 1/Year 2 and above. — Basic precautions like always wearing a mask and maintaining social distance at all times are essential. Image Credit: Shutterstock

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• Increased school inspection campaigns to ensure compliance with policies. Abu Dhabi Media Office announced that 220 inspections are expected to take place during the first week back at school. — The authorities will also conduct inspections to ensure compliance. Image Credit: Shutterstock

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Mandatory negative Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test for: 1. Students aged 12 and above, when returning to school periodically (excluding people of determination). — Regular negative COVID-19 PCR results need to be submitted. Image Credit: Shutterstock

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2. All teachers and staff members, when returning to school and every two weeks. 3. All those returning from international travel must adhere to precautionary measures announced by health authorities. — The tests need to be conducted every two weeks to curb the spread of COVID-19. Image Credit: Shutterstock

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PCR test cost Free for students who test as scheduled for their schools (you would need to contact your school for information on testing time and location). — How much does a PCR test cost? Read the cheapest options available here: gulfnews.com/1.1611846087993 Image Credit: Supplied

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Payable for students who opt to take the test on a date and at a location other than that specified for their school. — If you wish to get the test done for free, it is essential to follow the schedule provided for your specific school. Image Credit: Shutterstock

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Those with chronic health conditions Students, teachers and staff members with chronic health conditions will be permitted to return to school upon presenting: — If you have a chronic health condition, you would need to fulfill certain requirements before returning to campus. Image Credit: Shutterstock

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1. Approved back-to-school medical fitness certificate signed by a physician. — Image Credit: Shutterstock

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2. Signed risk undertaking form by staff members or guardians, acknowledging understanding of health challenges related to going back to school during COVID-19. — Image Credit: Shutterstock

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Distance learning Distance learning option is still available for students, according to the announcement by the Abu Dhabi Media Office. — Image Credit: Pexels

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