This is to inform you that the New York State Education Department (NYSED) has authorized the use of Alcohol Based Hand Sanitizers in school facilities without a physician's order.  
The United States Food and Drug Administration considers Alcohol Based Hand Sanitizers over-the-counter drugs.  NYSED, recognizing the importance of good hand washing as a primary means to decrease disease transmission, has made an exception to the requirements typically placed on the use of over-the-counter drugs in a school setting.
While hand washing for 30 seconds with warm soapy water is the recommended method to clean hands and minimize disease transmission, it is not always readily available.  Per NYSED requirements, this notice informs you of the availability of Alcohol Based Hand Sanitizers in Bloomfield Central School District facilities and classroom, and of your right for additional information regarding the specific Alcohol Based Hand Sanitizers product used.  For additional information regarding the specific product used, please contact Bloomfield CSD Director of Buildings and Grounds, 585-657-6121, ext 1110.  
You have the right to opt out of your child's use of Alcohol Based Hand Sanitizers while at school and have the opportunity instead to use soap and water as available. Please complete the questions below.