This
fact sheet outlines the key components of a comprehensive cleaning
program; describes the difference between cleaning, sanitizing and
disinfecting; and provides tips and best practices for teachers and paraprofessionals to
prevent the spread of communicable disease.
Every day dozens of students and staff move in and out of school classrooms, making these environments uniquely prone to the spread of infectious diseases such as colds and the flu. The presence of frequently touched surfaces such as shared desktops and keyboards, as well as other materials, puts students and staff at more risk of spreading bacteria and viruses.