As we all know, the end of the semester is just around the corner.
With in-person classes ending on Nov. 24, there will be many students traveling back home to spend Thanksgiving with their families. However, even though students will be back home seeing friends and family, I ask you to still be mindful of protocols during the holiday season.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has stated that traveling long distances increases the chance of getting and spreading the virus that causes COVID-19. Due to COVID-19, the CDC has suggested some low-risk activities for families to think about during Thanksgiving.
Although we long for the holidays to see all of our family members, we can find other ways to improvise. Instead of inviting all of your family over, having a small dinner with only the people who live in your household decreases the risk of spreading germs or you can even have a virtual dinner with your friends and family. If games are a huge part of family tradition, try out some games online where you can all still play together, but still be safe.
If youāre worried about your loved ones who might be at higher risk, but you really want to celebrate the holiday with them, prepare a traditional meal for them and deliver it! Be mindful when you drop by to deliver these meals and limit contact with others. Itās even become popular to drop things off on the porch, ring the doorbell and then wait for your loved ones to come outside so you can see them.
The CDC also encourages you to shop online rather than in person on the day after Thanksgiving or the next Monday. Which, if you ask me, that sounds a whole lot better than to have to be in a crowded store with other people. Ordering online is a lot smoother and itās all with the touch of a button!
I know itās hard to be distant, especially when it comes to your family that you donāt get to see often, but by practicing these protocols shows more love than you know! Have a safe holiday, Skyhawks!
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