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GOV. HOGAN ISSUES STAY-AT-HOME ORDER EFFECTIVE 8PM TODAY

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Read this Executive Order HERE

All Marylanders will be under Stay-At-Home orders effective 8PM today and will only be allowed to leave home for ESSENTIAL NEEDS ONLY! Anyone who is knowingly and willfully in violation of this Executive Order will be guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to imprisonment not to exceed one year or a fine not exceeding $5,000, or both. Please review the graphic below to understand what has been deemed as Essential Businesses:

COVID-19 TESTING PILOT OPENS AT FEDEX FIELD IN LANDOVER

Prince George’s County Health Department, in partnership with the Maryland National Guard, the Maryland Department of Health, and the University of Maryland Medical System, are opening a pilot COVID-19 assessment and screening location at FedExField in Landover, Maryland. The screening location will be open for limited hours on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM starting today, Monday, March 30th.

This screening site is designed to alleviate the pressure on primary care physicians, hospitals, and health care facilities that will likely increase in the coming weeks due to COVID-19. Those who normally go to hospitals or emergency rooms to receive primary health care, are highly encouraged to seek a telehealth appointment through the Prince George’s County Health Department if they believe they have been exposed and are exhibiting symptoms associated with this virus.

 

View This Short Video to Learn More about Steps to take for Pre-screenings and Appointments

 

This site is primarily a screening area that will have limited testing capabilities for those people who meet stringent CDC testing guidelines.

 

This site is accessible by appointment only, and the process is as follows:

***Walkups exhibiting no symptoms will not be tested. Those with prescriptions from primary care physicians or other health care providers will still need to make an appointment through the Prince George’s Health Department’s COVID-19 Hotline and telehealth services by calling 301-883-6627.

 

  1. Call the Prince George’s County Health Department Coronavirus hotline at (301) 883-6627 to schedule an initial telehealth screening.
  2. The telehealth medical professional will speak to the caller to obtain information to determine if the patient meets the CDC testing requirements.
  3. If the caller meets CDC testing guidelines, they will receive an appointment time and an appointment number (from 1 to 100 **MUST KEEP ASSIGNED APPOINTMENT NUMBER) to go to the FedExField site on a Monday, Wednesday or Friday- they must show up at their appointment time, with their appointment number, and be able to answer questions based on their telehealth screening.
  4. Upon arriving at the testing site, the individual will receive instruction from law enforcement as to where to park and when to exit their vehicle.
  5. The individual will walk to the checkpoint and give their appointment number, then they will be escorted to a tent based on their symptoms.
  6. If the individual meets testing requirements outlined by the CDC, they will be escorted to the testing tent. Following the testing, the individual will be given instructions on home self-care, and social distancing.
  7. Those who do not meet CDC guidelines will not be tested. Those individuals who do not meet criteria but are symptomatic will receive instructions on home self-care and self-isolation, as needed. Those individuals who are asymptomatic will receive instructions on home self-care and social distancing. The individual will then be escorted to the exit.

 

The clinic will be primarily staffed by Prince George’s County Health Department officials with support from the Maryland Department of Health, the Maryland National Guard, the Maryland Medical Reserve Corps, and the University of Maryland Medical System.

 

The Prince George’s County COVID-19 screening site is made possible by the Washington Redskins, who offered their FedExField parking lot as the site for the screening location. “Our number one priority remains the health and safety of the communities we serve and our team,” said Washington Redskins Owner Dan Snyder. “Offering safe and effective screening is important as we combat the spread of the virus, and we are proud to team up with the Prince George’s County Health Department and the State of Maryland to open a testing site outside FedExField.”

 

(Source: Office of CEX Press Release 3/29/20)

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Congratulations, Maryland PTA advocates!

Your hard work has helped spearhead the passage of legislation implementing the Blueprint
for Maryland's Future.  After making small changes, the General Assembly said YES to
strong schools in Maryland before going on recess until May 2020.
We can’t put the brakes on yet, however! Let’s ensure Governor Hogan knows how strongly
we support our Legislators. Use your voices to urge the Governor to sign this Historic bill
into law.  OUR KIDS CAN’T WAIT!

Go to ActionNowMD to remind Governor Hogan that Strong Schools Work for All of Us!
#blueprint4MD

Click the link below to log in and send your message:
https://www.votervoice.net/BroadcastLinks/J1W7WSAopQOi9fqynmPPVQ

http://cpsts.org/907-2/

Strong Schools Work

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Two critical bills for the future of our state were introduced in our state capital. Our elected leaders are deciding whether our kids will have the future they deserve.  The legislation (HB1300/SB1000) provides a once-in-a-generation opportunity to improve our schools and make them stronger for our families, our teachers, our workers, and our communities.

With the #blueprint4MD, we will make important changes to our public schools.  We’re going to add career and technical education to create career paths for all students; we’ll pay teachers what they deserve; and, we’ll give all communities the resources they need to succeed.

Click the link below, or go to ActionNowMD to let our lawmakers know that Strong Schools Work for all of us! #blueprint4MD

Let’s ensure legislators know we want strong schools for Maryland children, because OUR KIDS CAN’T WAIT.

Alexandria VA – Firefighter I

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The City of Alexandria is in northern Virginia, and is bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River), Arlington, and Fairfax counties.  With a population estimated at 159,200 and a land area of 15.75 square miles, Alexandria is the seventh largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia.  Alexandria has a charming waterfront and is a unique and historic place to live and work.  Approximately one-quarter of the City’s square miles have been designated as a national or local historic district.  We proudly embrace our rich history and seize the endless opportunities that lie ahead.  If you’re interested in working for the vibrant City of Alexandria, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Firefighter I position.

Public Safety Education Tour

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Come Explore the Exciting Adventures of Careers in Public Safety

The Coalition for Public Safety Training in Schools, Inc. Offers a Public Safety Education Tour of the

Emergency Operations Center

 

Prince George’s County 9-1-1 Center

7321 Melford Boulevard, Bowie, MD

Target Audience:  Students Grades 9 through 12

Tour Includes: FREE

  • Transportation
  • Briefing and Tour of the 9-1-1 Center
  • Lunch

TOUR DATE: Saturday, December 14, 2019

Depart: Oxon Hill High School, 6701 Leyte Drive, Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Time: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

RSVP: (301) 717-2011 by Wednesday, December 11, 2019

Note:  This tour is not sponsored by the Prince George’s County PublicSchools.

 

CPSTS Went to a Fair, A College and Career Fair

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CPSTS was a featured organization at the 5th Annual Parkdale High School College and Career Fair. The event, sponsored by County Council Member Dannielle Glaros – District 3, was held on October 2, 2019. Several Colleges and Universities were there to meet and talk to students and parents about degree programs offered on campus, online, in state or out of state. The list of Colleges and Universities was impressive.
Students and parents also had the chance to explore career opportunities ranging from career training programs to actual job recruiters. Recruiters from branches of the military, County Public Safety agencies, contractors and Labor Unions were there to discuss the educational requirements of entry-level jobs through promotional growth and answer questions.
The Fair offered free information sessions. The session topics were on Financial Aid, College Money for Undocumented Students and NCAA Eligibility.
The traffic to the CPSTS/Linnell Driving School table started out slowly but increased as the evening went on. Many students that visited the table were Seniors and unable to participate in the Fire Cadet Program, but there was plenty of interest in the Driver Education Program. We also had students interested in participating in upcoming Safety Tour to sign-up.
Mr. Taylor was able to talk briefly with the Principal and Council Member Glaros but missed meeting the PTSA President, Michael Dickson or Pastor Mike as he’s called. Overall, a somewhat productive evening!

(Right) President/Founder Bill Taylor, CPSTS, takes time out for a photograph with Dr. Tasha Graves-Henderson (Left) Principal at Parksdale High School

(Left) Council Member Dannielle Glaros, District 3, sponsored the event and thanked President/Founder Bill Taylor, CPSTS for his participation.

Partners Brought Together by CPSTS Participate in Informational Sessions at the Maryland Multicultural Youth Center (MMYC)

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On September 27th, CPSTS was instrumental in brokering a partnership involving MMYC, Miller and Long Concrete Construction, the Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) Chesapeake Chapter, the Linnell Driving School (LDS). Through a reciprocal referral process the partners exchange information on potential student and/or apprentices. The first collaboration was held at MMYC on October 25th. Miller and Long, IEC and LDS participated in an Informational Session where each presented information on the opportunities available at their respective businesses. Paid training, apprenticeships, entry level jobs and an opportunity make payments while you earn a driver’s license. Junior and Senior students also learned about the Fire Cadet program at Flowers and Gwynn Park High Schools.
The students were very interested to learn about the opportunities they knew nothing about. They asked plenty of questions and asked for a return of the presenter again. To their surprise and delight, the presenters all agreed to come back again.

Ms. Romania Byrd, Director of Education and Training from Miller & Long Concrete Construction, talks to the students about employment opportunities from entry-level to CEO.