School is back in session. School leaders, faculty and staff have worked hard to ensure a smooth opening for the 2015-16 school year. It's time to make sure that our students are showing up ready to learn. The first step is to support all students and families in understanding the importance of strong daily attendance.

Guidance for Local Public Health agencies (LPHAs) and districts as they develop school reopening plans. The guidance has been drafted in light of evolving scientific knowledge about the spread of COVID-19 among children and in schools, as well as real-world disease control knowledge acquired through months of experience at the state and local level.