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Sample Flu Notifications

Sample flu notifications in multiple languages for parents and guardians, including how to protect their family and what to do in case of school closure.

These sample letters may be modified and used for any type of influenza, including the H1N1 (swine) flu outbreak. PLEASE NOTE: Some letters are for cases that involve school closure and others are for cases that allow schools to remain open. Please consult your local health department and school district officials before determining which sample letter is appropriate.

H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) Information for Parents (English) (DOC)
Available Translations of H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) Information for Parents
The H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) Information for Parents letter can be used to inform parents and guardians on how to prepare for an outbreak of the H1N1 influenza (swine flu).

Tips for Parents on Coping with Pandemic Flu (English) (DOC)
Available Translations of Tips for Parents on Coping with Pandemic Flu
Tips for Parents on Coping with Pandemic Flu includes information on coping with pandemic flu.

Notice Regarding Initial Pandemic Flu Outbreak at School (English) (DOC)
Available Translations of the Notice to Parents Regarding Initial Pandemic Flu Outbreak at School
The Notice Regarding Initial Pandemic Flu Outbreak at School is used when notifying parents that even though instances of pandemic flu have occurred at the school, the school remains open.

Notice to Parents About Expanded Flu Outbreak (English) (DOC)
Available Translations of the Notice to Parents About Expanded Flu Outbreak
The Notice to Parents About Expanded Flu Outbreak is used when notifying parents of an expanded outbreak of pandemic flu at the school, although the school remains open.

Notice Regarding School Closure Due to Pandemic Flu (English) (DOC)
Available Translations of the Notice Regarding School Closure Due to Pandemic Flu
The Notice Regarding School Closure Due to Pandemic Flu is used when notifying parents that students are dismissed from school until further notice due to pandemic flu.

Notice to Parents that Students Should Return to School (English) (DOC)
Available Translations of the Notice to Parents that Students Should Return to School
The Notice to Parents that Students Should Return to School is used when a previously closed school due to pandemic flu outbreak is re-opened and students are permitted to return to school.

Questions:   Coordinated School Health and Safety Office | 916-319-0914
Last Reviewed: Tuesday, July 25, 2023