Thread by @DrRPNishank

DoSEL, @EduMinOfIndia has issued SOP/Guidelines for reopening of schools.

Here are the highlights:

As per para -1 of @HMOIndia's order no. 40-3/2020-DM-I(A) dated 30.09.2020 for reopening, States/UT Governments may take a decision in respect of reopening of schools and coaching institutions after 15th Oct in a graded manner. #SchoolGuidelines

States/UTs to prepare their own SOP regarding health and safety precaution for reopening of schools based on the SOP to be issued by DoSEL, @EduMinOfIndia. States/UTs may adopt or adapt the SOP as per local context and requirements. #SchoolGuidelines

Schools, allowed to, open must follow the guideline prepared by State/UT Education Departments based on SOP of DoSEL. The SOP/guidelines of DoSEL, @EduMinOfIndia comprises of two parts:
I. Health, hygiene & safety
ii. Learning with physical/social distancing
#SchoolGuidelines

Students may attend schools only with the written consent of parents. There will be flexibility in attendance norms. Students may opt for online classes rather than physically attend school.
#SchoolGuidelines

Precautions to be taken for preparing and serving #Midday Meal in schools. The alternative academic calendar of @ncert may be followed.
#SchoolGuidelines

No assessment till up to 2-3 weeks of school reopening. Use of #ICT & online learning shall continue to be encouraged. The SOP also provides for guidelines on ensuring emotion well being of students and teachers with a reference drawn to #Manodarpan initiative.
#SchoolGuidelines

Checklist for a safe school environment, as adopted from @UNICEFIndia guideline is provided for schools parents and students to contain the spread of #COVID19.
#SchoolGuidelines