Last update 10/16/2020
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***NEW*** OEC Memo 29: Group Size and Mask Requirements (10/9)
The OEC is issuing this updated version of Memo 29, Group Size and Mask Requirements as part of a system of protections against COVID-19. This memo updates the allowable group size in one space to up to 18 children provided a minimum of fifty square feet of total indoor usable program space is available for each child in the group. The expanded allowance for up to 18 children is effective October 12, 2020. Prior OEC approval to serve the additional 2 children is not required.
Please note: A group size of eight (8) children is still required for infants and toddlers in a licensed child care center or group child care home. The capacity of a licensed family child care home is not modified by this change.
State of Connecticut
Forms, Guidance, & Resources
Office of Early Childhood
Summer Planning
Tools, Guidance, & ResourcesRules for operating Summer School during COVID19 from the State of Connecticut (6/3)
Summer Roundtable Discussions and Resources (5/27)
American Camp Association has newly released its details Camp Operations Guide (5/18)
Checklist of ADDITIONAL Actions when a COVID Case has Occurred at a Camp Program (YMCA) (4/9)
Program Administration
CDC Guidance
Connecticut After School Network
Helpful BlogsVaccine Information for After School Staff (1/13/21)
Free Masks for Essential Businesses (4/29)
Looking for Activities to Do with Kids 3/23)
Coronavirus Resources for Funders and Nonprofits (3/23)
Resources from the Afterschool Alliance (3/23)
Resources for Connecticut (3/23)
Calming the Chaos over Coffee (3/18)
This information has been a collaborative effort by programs and experts working in the school-age child care field, and as such represents best practices as they are currently identified. We are not health care experts, so it is essential that every child care program use their own judgement in implementing this advice and also consult with the health department in their city or region about proper procedures.