Coronavirus: what you should know


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Information and Resources

We’ve assembled resources for Texas educators, support professionals, and other school employees about the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic. However, we really want to hear from you. If you have a specific experience you’d like to share about how you are helping your community cope with the pandemic, or would like to spotlight the good work your fellow members are doing in these challenging times, please email covid@tsta.org.

TSTA members are on the front lines during the COVID-19 crisis and deserve respect, and respect means a safe workplace and the ability to protect and take care of our families. See the document we’ve put together on our standards for safe schools and a flyer in both English and Spanish, and NEA’s guidance and member webinar on reopening school buildings.

This Q&A from TSTA’s Legal Division explains the Americans with Disabilities Act and when members with underlying illnesses may request reasonable accommodations under that Act. If, after reviewing this Q&A, you believe you may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation, please contact the TSTA Help Center at 877-ASK-TSTA (877-275-8782).
TSTA’s Q&A
ADA COVID medical provider note template

The Texas Education Agency’s COVID-19 resource page.

COVID texting in schools and insurance coverage of COVID tests.

The Centers for Disease Control has issued Recommended Isolation and Quarantine Period for General Population guidance.

The Teacher Retirement System has issued some COVID-19 resources.