1.  What is the Tuscaloosa County School System doing to prevent the spread of Swine Flu?

The Tuscaloosa County School System implemented a district Pandemic Flu Plan in 2008. We are actively communicating with the Tuscaloosa County Health Department and following recommendations issued by state and local health officials. Parents can access our plan and other flu-related information in the Health Services section of this website.

2.  What are our schools doing to prevent the spread of MRSA?

The Tuscaloosa County School System is following local, state, and federal health officials' recommendations for preventing the spread of MRSA in schools. We are increasing efforts to ensure our buildings are cleaned thoroughly and routinely. Our school nurses and teachers are educating our students regarding the importance of handwashing and how to correctly perform handwashing. And our school nurses are assessing and covering skin wounds and referring students/staff with any sign of skin infection to their physician for treatment.