Professionals working in Jewish settings have raised a number of questions in response to COVID-19 as they seek concrete answers as to how best to proceed with programming and gathering, policies for staff and students, and ensuring that learners can thrive. At this time, most people in the United States have little immediate risk of exposure to the virus that causes COVID-19. Reported illnesses due to infection with COVID-19 have ranged from mild to severe. While many patients experience mild illnesses, it is still critical that we take all precautions to protect members of our community who may be at greater risk.

We have compiled information from the World Health Organization, the Department of Health, and the Center for Disease Control to help you answer your questions related to programming, celebrations and Jewish educational settings. We recognize that this a rapidly changing situation and advise you to keep informed as it progresses.