CPDW's NEW COVID Protocols updated 01/13/2023
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MASKS are now OPTIONAL*
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when required by your instructor
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when you've had any known recent COVID exposure**
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if you are experiencing any sort of upper respiratory symptoms**
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additionally, we strongly recommend a rapid COVID test before coming to class if you are exhibiting any symptoms or on day 5 if you've had known COVID exposure
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*Masking policy subject to change if/when conditions merit; CPDW will follow CDC guidelines.
Low Transmission (Green) - masks optional
Medium Transmission (Yellow) - masks strongly encouraged
High Transmission (Red) - masks required
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**If you're experiencing any symptoms or have known close contact, you are encouraged to stay home and make up your absence at a later date.
Dancer/Parent Responsibilities:
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Dancers enter through the front door and will wait in the stairwell (socially distanced) until the previous class has exited the studio.
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Dancers should arrive at studio already dressed in their dance clothing, if possible.
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Upon entering, dancers should proceed to the furthest chair with all of their belongings.
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After class dancers will gather their belongings, quickly over-dress, and exit through the rear door.
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Parents are asked to remain outside the studio at all times. Drop off at the front door and pick up at the rear door.
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Dancers are asked to stay home if they feel ill.
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Dancers will use hand sanitizer regularly, including when they arrive, after floor or barre work, and when they exit.
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Dancers will contact CPDW as soon as possible if they or any family member or other close contact has received a positive COVID-19 diagnosis.
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CPDW will continue to maintain many of our current protocols, including:
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Prop open front and back doors and run fans to maintain airflow.
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Run HVAC system and room air purifiers for constant ventilation and air circulation.
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Regularly sanitize all barres and shared surfaces.
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Maintain social distance markers in the stairwell and studio
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Allow 5 minute transition time between classes to minimize student cross-contact.
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Paper towels in all restrooms.
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No shared water fountain. Dancers should bring a personal water bottle.
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Run UV light nightly to disinfect the studio space.