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October 2, 2009

TO THE ADMINISTRATOR ADDRESSED:

Subject: H1N1 flu virus

As we continue to address the spread of H1N1 in our schools, we would like to remind districts of the following procedures and protocol;

•  “Trigger points” for absenteeism should be set in anticipation of district or campus closure. This should be done after reviewing the waiver procedures on the TEA website. Teacher absenteeism, staff- student ratios, student absenteeism or local ability to sustain educational capacity may be considered. Waiver applications for both missed instructional days and low attendance are available at http://www.tea.state.tx.us/waivers/waiverapps.html. For more information about waivers, please contact the Waivers Division at (512) 463-5917 or by email at mike.peebles@tea.state.tx.us.

• Please utilize the school closure and reopening form links at;

http://www.tea.state.tx.us/WorkArea/linkit.aspx?LinkIdentifier=ekfrm&ItemID=6228
http://www.tea.state.tx.us/WorkArea/linkit.aspx?LinkIdentifier=ekfrm&ItemID=6387
Thank you for your continued focus on the health and safety of our students.
Sincerely,

Dr. Raymond Glynn
Deputy Commissioner