COVID-19
As Maine’s community colleges continue to work toward keeping our community members safe and healthy during the ongoing pandemic, it is essential that everyone stays informed. KVCC will continue to provide information as the pandemic develops and changes. Please check back regularly for updates.
All seven colleges within the Maine Community College System have removed the vaccination requirement for attending live, in-person classes. Please note that specific programs–especially those in the health care fields–may still require proof of vaccination.
The Maine Community College System is posting updates and information about COVID-19. For answers to frequently asked questions about COVID-19 and the community colleges’ response, please visit the MCCS COVID-19 information page.
Important Information
Students:
The US CDC has eliminated the 5-day isolation period for those who test positive for COVID-19. The updated guidance states that people with COVID-19 may return to their daily activities if they have been fever-free for 24-hours (without medication) and their symptoms are improving.
However, the CDC stressed that those with COVID-19, RSV or Influenza may still be contagious to others, even without symptoms, and should take steps to avoid spreading their respiratory virus. Respiratory Virus Guidance (cdc.gov).
The Maine Community College System and Kennebec Valley Community College recommends that anyone who feels unwell stay home if possible and, if coming to campus, please wear a mask, cover your cough and wash your hands frequently. The days of coming to work or going to school sick are no longer a badge of honor. We are all more aware of simple steps that can be taken in order to avoid infecting others or prolonging our own recovery. Please check with your faculty members if you have any questions about how to make up lost class time.
Employees:
The US CDC has eliminated the 5-day isolation period for those who test positive for COVID-19. The updated guidance states that people with COVID-19 may return to their daily activities if they have been fever-free for 24-hours (without medication) and their symptoms are improving.
However, the CDC stressed that those with COVID-19, RSV or Influenza may still be contagious to others, even without symptoms, and should take steps to avoid spreading their respiratory virus. Respiratory Virus Guidance (cdc.gov).
The Maine Community College System and Kennebec Valley Community College recommends that anyone who feels unwell stay home if possible and, if coming to campus, please wear a mask, cover your cough and wash your hands frequently. The days badge of coming to work or going to school sick are no longer a badge of honor. We are all more aware of simple steps that can be taken in order to avoid infecting others or prolonging our own recovery. Please reach out to your Dean with any questions.