COVID-19 Guidance/On the Desktop Messages

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has archived the COVID-19 guidance and On the Desktop messages that were issued between March 2020 and May 24, 2022. We continue to collaborate with the Department of Public Health on any health and safety recommendations related to COVID-19. Our help center (781-338-3500) remains available to assist districts, and we will continue to share information through the Commissioner's Weekly Update.

• Vaccination letter to families from DPH and the Massachusetts Chapter of AAP — December 22, 2022

• Letter on Staying Healthy This Season from DPH and the Massachusetts Chapter of the AAP (Also Available in Spanish ) — November 1, 2022

• Update on COVID-19 Matters in K-12 Schools for Fall 2022 — August 15, 2022

• Isolation and quarantine guidance for individuals in educational settings — Updated August 15, 2022

• Department of Public Health School Health Office Information 2022 — June 21, 2022

• DESE and DPH Letter to Schools about COVID-19 Vaccination for Children Under 5 — June 21, 2022
  • DESE and DPH Letter to Families about COVID-19 Vaccination for Children Under 5 — June 21, 2022
  
  

• Update on K-12 COVID-19 Testing Program for Spring, Summer and Fall 2022 — May 24, 2022

Last Updated: March 31, 2025