COVID Protocols

November 1, 2021

Dear {{first_name}},

Based on the latest news from the CDC, local and state officials, and our medical advisors, we are pleased to announced these COVID-related protocols will go into effect begining today, Monday, November 1st:

• For fully vaccinated congregants of all ages, masks are now optional indoors and outdoors. Any congregant that feels more comfortable wearing a mask is welcome to continue.
• Congregants 12 and over that are not fully vaccinated should continue joining us virtually for programs and services.
• Congregants 5 to 11 that are newly eligible to be vaccinated should continue wearing masks indoors. As they become fully vaccinated, they can choose whether or not to wear masks.  
• Congregants under 5 that are not eligible to be vaccinated should be masked when possible.  
• As virus transmission outdoors is significantly less than indoors, mask-wearing for children 11 and under is optional for outdoor events.

VACCINATIONS

• All congregants and visitors are expected to be vaccinated.
• ​​​​​​​Congregants that are fully vaccinated but are immunocompromised or have underlying conditions may not be fully protected by the vaccine. For your safety, please consult your physician for guidance before attending in-person services and events. 
• ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​We highly encourage all who are eligible to get vaccinated. If you are not vaccinated, you should stay home and participate virtually.

Please note that these protocols apply only to the synagogue and not the Religious School or Day School, which will continue with their existing protocols. 
  
Thank you for your flexibility as we navigate constantly changing guidelines together. We will continue to actively monitor trends and the most up-to-date scientific recommendations as they evolve. If you have any questions or concerns, please let us know.

L'Shalom,

Rabbi Brian Strauss, Senior Rabbi
David Stein, President
Andy Burger, Executive Director