The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that flu is widespread in many states, including Maryland, and that almost all of the flu viruses they have identified so far across the country are of the H1N1 strain. Flu is spreading easily from person to person and school-age children are among the groups most affected.
Montgomery County Public Schools continues to work closely with the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services to monitor the situation. Students and staff who exhibit flu-like symptoms are staying home or being sent home in accordance with guidance from the CDC. Staff continues to model and encourage students to practice good hygiene and schools are being routinely cleaned following guidelines approved by county health officials.
Schools will distribute new information about the flu to families as it becomes available. Up-to-date information will be posted to this site.
H1N1 (Swine) Flu Vaccination Information
The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services will conduct an H1N1 (swine) flu vaccination clinic on Sunday, November 22, at Montgomery College in Rockville for up to 5000 individuals in all target groups, including school-age and preschool children.
The clinics originally scheduled for November 18 at Northwood, Rockville and Northwest high schools are CANCELLED.
For information about H1N1 (swine) flu vaccine availability, check the county’s website or call the county flu hotline at 240-777-4200.
(updated 11/17/09)
Seasonal Flu Vaccination Information
Check the county’s website or call the county flu hotline at 240-777-4200 for information about seasonal flu vaccination clinics.
(updated 11/17/09)
Parents: Keep your emergency contact information up to date
Has your phone number or other contact information changed? Complete the appropriate form below and return it to your school as soon as possible.