The COVID-19 pandemic has made it clear that school health and safety are of paramount importance. With students and staff spending so much time in schools, it is crucial to ensure that they are healthy and protected from illness. Fortunately, technology has provided a range of tools that can help schools keep their communities healthy

Good Air Equals Good Health.

One of the most important ways technology is helping to keep schools healthy is through air filtration and ventilation systems. COVID-19 is primarily spread through respiratory droplets, so improving air quality is critical. Many schools are installing advanced air filtration systems that can capture airborne particles and reduce the risk of infection. In addition, schools are improving their ventilation systems, bringing in more fresh air and reducing the concentration of potentially infectious particles.

Stamp Down On Vaping

Talking of good air, you can’t have good air flowing through your lungs if you vape. Unfortunately, a lot of schools have had problems with students vaping around the school premises. There are a few things schools can do and are doing to combat this. Primarily, a good quality vape detector installed in every place where students might vape. A vape detector can emit a sound if it detects vape residue or directly alerts faculty members. It’s a prime example of technology helping with student health. Vape detectors work like smoke alarms but good ones are way smarter and can be synced up to smartphones to provide a wider net to cast when looking to clamp down on school vaping.

Health Monitoring

Technology is also helping schools to monitor the health of their students and staff. Many schools are now using temperature scanners to check for fevers, which can stop students spreading various illnesses around the school.. These devices can quickly and accurately detect elevated temperatures and alert school officials to potential infections. Schools are also using health screening apps that allow students and staff to self-report symptoms and receive guidance on what steps to take if they are feeling unwell.

Contact Tracing: Lessons From Covid

Another way technology is helping schools stay healthy is through contact tracing. Contact tracing is a critical tool in controlling the spread of COVID-19, and schools are using technology to make this process more efficient. Some schools are using mobile apps that can track student and staff movements and quickly identify potential contacts in the event of a positive case. Other schools are using wearable devices that can track who a student has been in close contact with throughout the day.

School Flexibility: A Step Forward For Mental Health

Finally, technology is helping schools to maintain social distancing and reduce the risk of transmission. Many schools are using virtual learning tools and video conferencing software to keep students engaged and connected while they are at home. When students are on campus, schools are using tools like floor decals and barriers to encourage social distancing and reduce the risk of transmission. Also, now students might like to study from home from time to time. Perhaps when they’re going through something difficult or feel like they need a change. Being able to study on a conference basis allows them to do this. 

Technology is playing a critical role in keeping schools healthy. From air filtration systems to health monitoring tools to contact tracing apps, technology is providing schools with a range of tools to keep their students and staff safe. As we continue to navigate the pandemic, technology will continue to be an essential tool in maintaining school health and safety.