Health and Safety

Ohio Hi-Point takes the health and safety of our students and staff members very seriously.  Under the coordination of our Health & Safety Coordinator Amy McCarthy, we provide resources, training and information to both groups on a continuous basis, as well as providing important information to parents and the community.  This page provides updated resources and information about any health and safety concerns and information related to Ohio Hi-Point Career Center.

For information or to ask question related to safety or health issues, contact Amy McCarthy, Health & Safety Coordinator, at amccarthy@ohiohipoint.com or call 937-599-3010, ext. 1347.

H1N1 Information

Ohio Hi-Point Career Center takes the safety of its students and staff very seriously.  Because of this, the administration at OHP is staying up-to-date on the H1N1 Virus and receiving guidance on how to handle this issue from the federal government, the Ohio Department of Education and local, state and national health department officials.

Below find information and resources that you can read to find out the latest information and to educate yourself on prevention and care methods in regards to H1N1:

Policy guidance is now available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding the H1N1 virus, intended for K-12 schools, teachers, administrators, and parents. You will find it here:http://www.flu.gov/plan/school/schoolguidance.html

Additionally, CDC has also created a health-focused toolkit for teachers and parents, located here: http://www.flu.gov/plan/school/toolkit.html

Finally, here is a link the press release summarizing a joint announcement on Aug. 7 from Secretaries Duncan (ED), Sebelius (HHS), and Napolitano (DHS): http://www.ed.gov/news/pressreleases/2009/08/08072009.html

SafeSchools Hotline for Students 1-866-listen2me