The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) is working closely with the Office of the Governor, the Georgia Department of Public Health (GaDPH), and other agencies to ensure local school districts, parents, and students have the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding COVID-19 (commonly called coronavirus).

This manual was prepared by the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) with support and guidance from public health resources to assist local school administrators and staff in developing pandemic plans for their respective school districts. Public health authorities conclude the probability of a pandemic has increased markedly in recent years.

Education agencies across the nation have been working tirelessly throughout the COVID-19 pandemic to support their students, families, staff, faculty, administrators, and communities. Whether you are new to school emergency management planning or an experienced school safety leader, the REMS TA Center is here to support you and your education agency with the information, products,…