COVID-19 Updates
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Gov. Larry Hogan announces $210M for remote learning and tutoring
- Montgomery County Is Accepting Applications for Its Business Microenterprise Stabilization Program
- Montgomery County Short Term COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program Application Information
- Montgomery County announces new COVID-19 Data Dashboard
- Board of Education Approves Revised Grading Policy
- The IRS has ruled that emergency grants awarded to students under the CARES Act are not taxable income.
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COVID-19 Updates
1) Recovered or are recovering from COVID-19? Connect With Others With The Same Experience on CovidCONNECT
___________________________________ 3) COVID-19 Hospitalizations in Maryland Drop Below 200
___________________________________ 4) Maryland Surpasses 6.5 Million Vaccinations, Positivity Rate Drops to Record Low 0.82%
___________________________________ 5) Governor Hogan Announces End of COVID-19 State of Emergency
___________________________________ 6) Student FAQs: Answers to Student Questions about Montgomery College's Coronavirus Response
___________________________________ 7) Montgomery County Executive Elrich Announces FY 2021 Revised Spending Plan That Calls for More Than $66 million in Reduced Spending
___________________________________ Important COVID-19 Resources
COVID-19 Information
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The Montgomery County mass vaccination site on MC’s Germantown Campus is now offering walk-up COVID-19 vaccinations. No appointments are needed. Available doses depend upon supply.
"University Days" is an opportunity to utilize the mass vaccination sites already serving 2-year and 4-year college students, faculty, and staff to the location where they can directly access vaccination appointments. Visit the Maryland Higher Education Commission at mhec.state.md.us for dates and sites
The CDC has extended its national eviction ban through June 30. This protection protects against failure to pay rent evictions. For further guidance, contact montgomerycountymd.gov/renters
Slow the spread: When in public, wear a mask that covers your mouth and nose. Wash your hands often with soap and water, Avoid crowds, especially in poorly ventilated spaces. Avoid handshaking, hugging or other intimate types of greeting
If you have an emergency & are unable to place a voice call, you can send a text to 911: Enter 911 in the “To” line. Enter a brief message that includes the location & type of emergency. Hit send. Respond to questions from the responding 911 specialist & follow the instructions he or she provides
¿Dónde puedo encontrar recursos de salud en español? Puede encontrar información actualizada y recursos relacionados con COVID-19 en www.cdc.gov/spanish/
COVID-19 has deeply impacted many families in the County. The MCPS Educational Foundation, the County Council of PTAs volunteer network, and MCPS are asking our very giving community to support the Families Helping Families campaign. Funds donated will be exchanged for gifts cards and distributed.
Returning to Work FAQs: Do you have questions about your rights related to safety and privacy for when you return to work after the COVID-19 pandemic? Visit the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for guidance on what employers can and can’t do to ensure the health and safety of their workforce.
CovidCONNECT is a free online forum for those who tested positive for COVID-19. It's a place for those who have recovered — or who are in the process of recovering — from their illness. You can promote action and find support on CovidCONNECT — share your recovery story, learn about research opportunities, find mental health resources and more. CovidCONNECT: health.maryland.gov/covidconnect/Pages/Home.aspx
Join the Weekly Wednesday COVID-19 Media Briefings on Zoom with County Executive Marc Elrich & County Health Officer Dr. Travis Gayles. RSVP at kristina.laboy@montgomerycountymd.gov & login information will be provided