COVID-19 Info
1/25/2021 11:21 AM
Dear P.S. 192 - The Magnet School for Math and Science Inquiry at 4715 18 AVENUE Community:
I hope you are staying healthy and safe. Today I am writing to inform you of a potential case of COVID-19 in our school community, and to let you know what will happen now.
Next steps
We are working in partnership with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health) to confirm test results. At this time there are no plans for classroom or school building closures, and students should continue to attend as regularly scheduled unless they are feeling ill. If a positive test result is confirmed, you will receive another update.
What if the case is confirmed?
In partnership with NYC Health and the NYC Test + Trace Corps, we will take all appropriate action, including:
· Ensuring that the individual who has tested positive for COVID-19 quarantines until they are no longer infectious, and it is safe for them to return to the school building.
· Working with to trace close contacts in our school.
· Instructing close contacts to quarantine for 10 days since their last contact with the individual who tested positive.
Please be reassured that we are taking every precaution to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including ensuring that anyone who feels sick in the school building can isolate. Our
school has an isolation room where a student with symptoms associated with COVID-19 can be safely isolated and evaluated by a healthcare professional until they are picked up by a guardian.
It’s up to all of us to help keep our school community safe and healthy. Please continue to stay home if sick, stay at least 6 feet away from people who are not members of your household, wear a face covering, and practice healthy hand hygiene.
We will continue to closely follow directions from public health experts, and proactively update you on any measures we are taking. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions. For additional information on COVID-19, visit schools.nyc.gov/coronavirus or call 311. Finally, to ensure we can rapidly reach you via text and email, please set up a New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) as soon as possible by visiting schools.nyc.gov/nycsa.
Thank you for your cooperation. Health and safety will always come first in New York City public schools, no matter what.
Sincerely,
Colby Muscarelle
Principal, I.A.
Medical Exemption Options for COVID
December 8, 2020
Dear Families,
The NYC DOE has provided additional guidance on covid-19 random testing. Certain students may be eligible for exemption from covid-19 weekly random testing. Students who need a medical exemption or disability-based exemption will be able to submit a form for approval. You can complete the appropriate form and email it or fax it to Sindy Ocampo at socampo@schools.nyc.gov or 718-633-5193. Please feel free to call Ms. Ocampo with any questions at 718-633-3061 ext 5023.
· The Student Medical Exemption form is available for any student who cannot be tested due to rare circumstances in which a health/medical condition that makes COVID-19 testing not possible. Forms are available below in several languages.
o This form must be signed by a health care provider.
o This must be shared by the school to the Office of School Health’s Medical Review Unit for approval. Directions for schools are on the form.
· The Disability-Based Exemption form is available for students with IEPs who would like to request an exemption from COVID-19 testing due to a child’s documented disability. Forms are available below in several languages.
o This must be reviewed and approved or denied by the School Psychologist
o The request should be approved it is determined that, because of the student’s disability, testing would be dangerous for the student or school/testing personnel, or traumatic for the student. This may be the case if, for example, the student has a severe sensory condition or emotional disturbance.
· Approved requests will exempt a student from in-school testing; however, these students will be asked to get tested outside of school.
o If a student is selected for in-school testing but has an approved disability exemption on file, the student will be asked to get tested outside of school (e.g., at the student’s doctor or a city testing site) within seven days of notice.
o Exempted students will also be asked to bring test results into school upon completion. If you need help arranging a test, please see the NYC COVID 19 Citywide Information Portal(Open external link) or the family site COVID Test(Open external link) page
· Students who submit exemption requests are allowed to attend while their exemption requests are under review for approval. If exemption requests are denied, students are then required to submit a consent for testing or choose remote learning.
· Student with Disabilities Exemption Form o Student Medical Exemption Form -- English
English(Open external link)
o EspañolStudent Medical Exemption Form -- Spanish
Spanish(Open external link)
o Student Medical Exemption Form -- Chinese
Chinese(Open external link)
o Student Medical Exemption Form -- Bangla
Bengali(Open external link)
o Student Medical Exemption Form -- Russian
Russian(Open external link)
o Student Medical Exemption Form -- Urdu
Urdu(Open external link)
o Student Medical Exemption Form -- Arabic
Arabic(Open external link)
· Student with Disabilities Exemption Form
o Student with Disabilities Exemption Form -- English
English(Open external link)
o EspañolStudent with Disabilities Exemption Form -- Spanish
Spanish(Open external link)
o Student with Disabilities Exemption Form -- Chinese
Chinese(Open external link)
o Student with Disabilities Exemption Form -- Bangla
Bengali(Open external link)
o Student with Disabilities Exemption Form -- Russian
Russian(Open external link)
o Student with Disabilities Exemption Form -- Urdu
Urdu(Open external link)
o Student with Disabilities Exemption Form -- Arabic
Arabic(Open external link)
We thank you for your continued collaboration and support.
Sincerely,
Colby Muscarelle
Principal, I.A.
COVID !( Testing Consent Form
COVID-19 Testing Consent Form Available in NYCSA
In addition to the paper form, a digital version is available via NYC Schools Account (NYCSA).
Translations of the form will be available in all DOE-supported languages via NYCSA on October 6. For additional information on COVID-19 testing, please visit the COVID-19 Testing for Students wiki.
COVID Updates
For updates on COVID-19 text 692-692 and message COVID-19. Para recibir información en español envie un texto al 692-692 y escriba COVIDESP
COVID Testing Centers
Covid-19 Testing Centers closest to PS/IS 192
Urgent Care Clinic
4426 18th Avenue, Brooklyn , NY 11204
Screening Required
Antibody Testing: Available
* Web Verified
ParCare Community-Borough Park
Clinic
4714 16th Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11204
Open now: 12PM-5PM▼
Screening Required
Antibody Testing: Available
Walk-Ins are Welcome, However Making an appointment ensures timely slots.
Source: http://www.parcarecenter.com/
NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health, East New York(Midwood)
Walk up only
1223 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11230
Open now: 9AM-7PM▼
Free Diagnostic Testing (Third-party Verified)
Screening Required
Please bring your Photo ID & Insurance Card, if applicable.
Source: https://www.nychealthandhospitals.org/covid-19-testing-sites-for-high-risk-patients/
* Web Verified
Urgent Care Clinic
3808 14th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Open now: 2PM-12AM▼
Schedule Appointment
Screening Required
All insurances and Medicare are acceptable. If you are insured your insurance will cover all covid testing and antibody testing at 100%. Covid: Self pay cost is $125 and lab $95 Antibody: visit is $75 and lab $65
Source: https://www.chaicare.org/covid-19-testing-and-faqs-for-patients
* Web Verified
Kamin Health - Boro Park Urgent Care
Urgent Care Clinic
4502 13th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Open now: 2PM-12AM▼
Antibody Testing: Available
Source: https://www.kaminhealth.com/boro-park-urgent-care/
* Web Verified
Clini
6010 Bay Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11204
Open now: 10AM-10PM▼
Screening Required
Antibody Testing: Available
Walk-Ins are Welcome, However Making an appointment ensures timely slots.
Source: http://www.parcarecenter.com/
* Phone Verified
NYC Health + Hospitals Bensonhurst 14th Ave
Community Health Center
6315 14th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Open now: 9AM-7PM▼
Free Diagnostic Testing (Third-party Verified)
Rapid Testing Available
* Phone Verified
Clinic
260 Ocean Parkway, #1J, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Open now: 9AM-5PM▼
Screening Required
Antibody Testing: Available
* Web Verified
ProHEALTH Urgent Care - Bensonhurst
Urgent Care Clinic
6906 18th Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11204
Open now: 8AM-8PM▼
Schedule Appointment
Appointment Required
Screening Required
Antibody Testing: Available
Call triage line (516) 874-0411 prior to visiting. If deemed necessary you will be referred to the nearest location for testing.
Source: https://www.prohealthcare.com/content/prohealth/en/urgent-care.html/#brook
* Phone Verified
NYC Health + Hospitals 4002 Fort Hamilton
Hospital
4002 Fort Hamilton Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11218, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Open now: 9AM-7PM▼
Free Diagnostic Testing (Third-party Verified)
Rapid Testing Available
* Web Verified
COVID RESOURCES
For any coronavirus updates please visit: http://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/health-and-wellness/coronavirus-update
For Learning Resources by grade, please visit: schools.nyc.gov/learnathome
Your child's teacher will be in communication with you as well and will provide your child with assignments.
For food and mental health resources:
Food Pantries and Soup Kitchens List.xlsx
COVID-19 Response Handout - Accessing Mental Health Resources.pdf
www.catholicmigration.org- For inquiries relating to immigration, housing, labor, and/or any resources needed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Phone #718-236-3000
