COVID-19 Updates
COVID-19 | Valley Christian Schools Information
The ongoing pandemic continues to be top on the list of concerns for so many. VCS takes the health and safety of our Warrior community very seriously. As we continue to follow the health and safety guidelines from the California Department of Public Health, Santa Clara County Public Health, and the CDC, please refer this site for the most up-to-date information. On behalf of our entire VCS team, we want to thank you for standing with us as we do our best to keep everyone safe and healthy.
Quick Links
COVID K-12 DECISION TREE — View the procedures to take when a student/employee experiences COVID Symptoms, tests positive for COVID, or was in close contact of a positive COVID case.
COVID FAQ’s — View the commonly asked questions and answers on our COVID policies.
COVID CONSENT FORMS — View the two National Labs COVID testing consent forms.
COVID Submissions
Choose the form that identifies your situation, whether you feel sick or can return to campus.
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COVID CAMPUS POLICIES
- All employees and students must answer the DARCY COVID survey prior to arriving on campus
- Campuses are open to employees, students and essential personnel only
- Do not come on campus if you have a cough or fever
- Wear a mask at all times while indoors on campus regardless of vaccination status Additionally, we strongly encourage wearing masks while outdoors
- Please maintain a minimum 6-foot distance from other people
- Please do not shake hands or engage in unnecessary physical contact
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TESTING & VACCINATIONS
COVID-19 Testing
Testing of unvaccinated or undeclared employees and students will occur regularly throughout the school year. Valley Christian Schools will continue to provide free on-site testing to our community for screening and diagnostic purposes.
COVID Testing Center Hours
8:30am - 3:45pm | Monday - Thursday
VCS On-site COVID Testing
View campus map for testing location
Vaccinations
The state and county health departments are encouraging COVID-19 vaccinations for all individuals ages 12 and up. Click here for more information regarding local vaccination sites.
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COVID CLOSE CONTACT QUARANTINE SCENARIOS
If a student or employee comes into close contact with a COVID positive case person the following policies need to be followed.
Click “Read More” to view the COVID Close Contact Scenario policies.
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VCS CAMPUS REPORTING
Click “Read More” to view the COVID dashboard.
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SICK SYMPTOMS
What if I feel ill?
If you have COVID symptoms or have been exposed to COVID view our COVID Symptoms Decision Tree to help guide you through the processes.
What if I fail the Darcy Health Screening?
Get tested immediately regardless of vaccination status, submit a Close Contact/Illness form and isolate at home while waiting for test results. View our COVID Positive Decision Tree to help guide you through the processes.
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COVID POSITIVE PROCESS
What if I or a close contact tests positive for COVID?
Submit a Close Contact/Illness form to VCS and follow the guidance on our COVID Positive Decision Tree or COVID Close Contact Decision Tree to help guide you through the process.
What are my next steps if my student is quarantined?
Click “Read More” below to view next steps for quarantined students.