Coronavirus (COVID-19) and CARES Act Information

This page contains information on Tooele Tech’s current COVID-19 operational status, and the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act which provides grants to eligible students affected by the disruption of campus operations during the COVID-19 closure.

March 14, 2022

During a press conference on Friday, February 18th, to transition the State response to a “steady state” Governor Cox said “Let me be clear that this is not the end of COVID, but it is the beginning of treating COVID as we do other seasonal respiratory viruses.” The timeline to transition was the end of March.

Utah is in a low to medium transmission rate.

What this means for Tooele Tech: Starting March 28th all of the COVID health and safety protocols in place will expire at our college.

After we return from spring break, if an employee or student gets sick with COVID, they do not need to contact Kent Thygerson, VP of Finance and Operations. COVID will be treated as any other illness in terms of absences. Automatic leaves of absence are no longer being administered for students.

Masks are optional – wear them if you prefer. Our custodial staff will still continue to clean and sanitize surfaces.

January 5, 2022

For students, faculty, and staff, if you test positive contact the COVID coordinator at covid@tooeltech.edu or text 435-248-1810.

Updated Utah Guidance on Isolation and Quarantine for the General Population and Students:

Isolation: If you test positive for COVID-19

If you test positive for COVID-19 you are required to:

Stay at home for 5 days from the day you were tested, even if you don鈥檛 have symptoms or feel sick.
You can leave your house after 5 days if your symptoms have improved (fever-free for at least 24 hours and your symptoms have improved). You must stay home for at least 5 days.
You need to wear a mask around others for the 5 days after the time you were isolating in your home.
We recommend you get a COVID-19 test before returning to your normal activities (work, school, etc.) to make sure you no longer are spreading the COVID-19 virus.
Isolation is required for all people who test positive for COVID-19 regardless of whether they are vaccinated or unvaccinated.

Quarantine: If you have been exposed to someone with COVID-19

For people 18 years and older

If you got a booster dose OR got a second dose of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine within the last 6 months OR got a J&J vaccine within the last 2 months:
- You don鈥檛 need to quarantine at home. You can continue to go to work and participate in activities outside of your house.
- You should wear a mask for 10 days after your exposure.
- We recommend you get tested 5 days after you are exposed to make sure you are not positive and possibly spreading the virus to others.
If you have not gotten a booster dose OR got a Pfizer or Moderna vaccine more than last 6 months ago OR got the J&J vaccine more than last 2 months ago OR if you are unvaccinated:
- You should stay at home for 5 days from the day you were exposed to COVID-19.
- You can leave your house after 5 days as long as you don鈥檛 have any symptoms. You can return to work and participate in activities outside of your house wearing a mask.
- Wear a mask for 10 days after your exposure.
  - If you can鈥檛 quarantine at home, you should wear a mask in public and around other people for the 10 days after your exposure.
- We recommend you get tested 5 days after you are exposed to make sure you are not positive and possibly spreading the virus to others.

For people younger than 18 years:

If you have gotten two doses of Pfizer or Moderna
- You don鈥檛 need to quarantine at home. You can continue to go to school, work, and participate in activities outside of your house.
- You should wear a mask for 10 days after your exposure.
- We recommend you get tested 5 days after you are exposed to make sure you are not positive and possibly spreading the virus to others.
If you have not gotten two doses of Pfizer or Moderna OR if you are unvaccinated
- You should stay at home for 5 days from the day you were exposed to COVID-19.
- You can leave your house after 5 days as long as you don鈥檛 have any symptoms. You can return to work and participate in activities outside of your house if you wear a mask.
- Wear a mask for 10 days after your exposure.
  - If you can鈥檛 quarantine at home, you should wear a mask in public and around other people for the 10 days after your exposure.
  - Students may attend school if they wear a mask for 10 days after their exposure.
- We recommend you get tested 5 days after you are exposed to make sure you are not positive and possibly spreading the virus to others.

September 30, 2021

HEERF Information and Quarterly Report for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students

The s级素人 (Tooele Tech) has signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that Tooele Tech will use, and intends to use the funds designated under the CARES, CRRSAA, and ARP (a)(1) programs to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students.

Tooele Tech has received $451,597 from the Department pursuant to the institution鈥檚 Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the CARES, CRRSAA, and ARP (a)(1) programs.
The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distribute to students under the CARES, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) programs are as follow;
1. October 31, 2020 $57,902
2. December 31, 2020 $0.00
3. March 31, 2021 $171,000
4. June 30, 2021 $180,600
5. September 30, 2021 $42,095

This is the final report. All funds for this grant have been disbursed to students.

Tooele Tech estimates that approximately 500 students may be eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the CARES, CRRSAA, and ARP (a)(1) programs.
568 students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under the CARES, CRRSAA, and ARP (a)(1) programs.
s级素人, as a clock hour school, with an open entry/open exit enrollment process has determined to disburse the Emergency Financial Aid Grants on a monthly basis to all certificate seeking students.
Awards of approximately $300 per month will be mailed to certificate seeking students, no application is needed. For further information, contact the Financial Aid office.

August 16, 2021

At Tooele Tech, the safety, health and well-being of our students, faculty and staff are top priorities.

If you or a household member have symptoms of COVID-19 (cough, fever, sore throat, headache, etc.) and are pursuing testing or awaiting test results for COVID-19, please contact your supervisor, instructor, email covid@tooeletech.edu, or call or text 435-248-1810.

2021-22 School Year COVID-19 Prevention Guidelines

As we approach the coming school year, we recognize that the pandemic is still here and impacting everyone. At Tooele Tech, we have tools and resources available as we keep our learning and work environment safe for students, faculty, and staff. Here are some guidelines that you can use to keep yourself and others safe while on campus.

FACE COVERINGS AND MASKS

Masks and other face coverings remain an effective tool for reducing the spread of COVID-19. While masks are not required in our school, mask use is recommended as a preventative approach. For example, individuals with underlying health conditions may choose to wear a mask to keep themselves and others safe if transmission rates are high or if they have been exposed to COVID-19. Any individual who chooses to wear a mask should feel welcome and confident to do so at Tooele Tech.

COVID TESTING

The Tooele County Health Department will continue to provide free diagnostic testing at many locations. Information on testing times and places is at www.testutah.com.

VACCINATION

Vaccination is a major tool in preventing the spread of coronavirus and is currently available to anyone 12 and older. Vaccinations are free through local health departments, pharmacies, and health care providers.

ILLNESS PROTOCOLS

It is critical to be diligent when sick. Employees or students who experience symptoms or are sick should remain home and get tested for COVID-19. Stay home until symptoms subside. If you have been fully vaccinated and experience a close, positive COVID-19 contact exposure, you may come to school or work and wear a mask. Testing is recommended seven days after exposure. If you have not been fully vaccinated and experience a positive, close contact COVID-19 exposure, you should stay home and get tested. Your health care provider or health department will provide further quarantine instructions.

HYGIENE

As simple as it may seem, handwashing and sanitizing are important ways to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Tooele Tech is here for you. Help us stay safe to stay open.

June 30, 2021

HEERF Information and Quarterly Report for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students

Tooele Tech has received $451,597 from the Department pursuant to the institution鈥檚 Certification and Agreement for Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the CARES, CRRSAA, and ARP (a)(1) programs.
The total amount of Emergency Financial Aid Grants distribute to students under the CARES, CRRSAA and ARP (a)(1) programs are as follow;

1. October 31, 2020 $57,902
2. December 31, 2020 $0.00
3. March 31, 2021 $171,000
4. June 30, 2021 $180,600

Tooele Tech estimates that approximately 500 students may be eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students under the CARES, CRRSAA, and ARP (a)(1) programs.
386 students have received an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under the CARES, CRRSAA, and ARP (a)(1) programs.
s级素人, as a clock hour school, with an open entry/open exit enrollment process has determined to disburse the Emergency Financial Aid Grants on a monthly basis to all certificate seeking students.
Awards of $300 per month will be mailed to certificate seeking students, no application is needed. For further information, contact the Financial Aid office.

COVID-19 Update June 15, 2021

As of June 15, 2021, s级素人 has disbursed in total $480,494.00 in emergency financial aid grants to certificate seeking students to assist with the significant financial needs arising from the coronavirus pandemic.

May 27, 2021

The State of Utah has determined Tooele County as a low-risk phase for transmission of the COVID-19 virus. This risk level reduces the requirement to wear a mask. Masks are no longer required on campus at s级素人. The College will continue to sanitize classrooms and labs and monitor for any transmission of the virus.

May 24, 2021

s级素人 recognizes the undue hardship for students caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. The Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) has made grants available for students to cover the cost of attendance. Cost of attendance includes; tuition, fees, books and supplies, room and board, transportation, food, and child care.

Grant Awards

The CARES Act, CRSSAA Act, and ARP Act have provided the funding for these grants.

s级素人 has been awarded the following grants and amounts.

Emergency Student Financial Aid $451,597.00

Emergency Student Financial Aid and Institutional Portion $714,602.00

CARES Act Additional Funding $384,197.00

Disbursements

s级素人, as a clock hour school, with an open entry/open exit enrollment process has determined to disburse these grants on a monthly basis to all certificate seeking students, as long as funds are available. The grants require a minimum amount disbursed to students. The College has determined that the majority of the grant funds will be disbursed to students.

Students do not need to apply for these grant funds. Each month, a check will be mailed to certificate seeking students who are currently enrolled at the determined date of disbursement, generally the middle of the month.

For additional information, contact the Financial Aid office.

COVID-19 Update Regarding Governor’s Executive Order – November 10, 2020

We all want to do our part to keep the community safe. s级素人 along with Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) institutions across the state will continue to implement state COVID-19 guidelines (masks, social distancing, limited gatherings, sanitizing, etc.) moving forward into the fall and winter. These guidelines will eventually include student COVID testing, as requested by our Governor to help slow the spread of the virus.听

Tooele County is one of the many counties in the state that is currently in the HIGH transmission category. Tooele Tech in coordination with all Utah colleges and universities will be releasing details about weekly testing for our student body when they become available.听听Our goal as a higher educational institution is to provide a clean, safe environment for our students to continue to attend class and finish their training. We are proud of how our students, faculty and staff have followed the COVID-19 guidelines thus far and know that collectively we will continue to do our part to ensure the safety of everyone in our building.

CARES Act Reporting and Procedures

The s级素人 (Tooele Tech) has signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement and the assurance that Tooele Tech will use, and intends to use, no less听 than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
Under Section 18004(a)(1), Tooele Tech received $115,803.听 Awards will range from $100 to $350 depending on the length of the program.
Tooele Tech intends to distribute at least $59,902 to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act as of May 20, 2020 with follow-up reporting every 45 days thereafter.
Tooele Tech estimates that approximately 200 students may be eligible to participate in programs under Section 484 in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and thus eligible to receive Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
Tooele Tech is verifying eligibility of the 180 students who may be eligible to receive an Emergency Financial Aid Grant to students under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act.
As of October 30, 2020, Tooele Tech has awarded $57,902 in emergency grants to students, and spent $57,902 on institutional costs related to online instruction and increased sanitation due to COVID-19.听 Click here for the Quarterly Report for how Tooele Tech expended fudning under the CARES Act Sections 18004(a)(1) Institutional Portion, 18004(a)(2), and 18004(a)(3).
Methodology:听听The Financial Aid Coordinator sent all certificate seeking students who are currently enrolled a CARES Act Application.听 Students who have not completed the FAFSA have the option to attest that they meet the eligibility requirements below.

听听听Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen
听听听Must have a valid social security number
听听听Must have a registration with Selective Service (If student is male)
听听听Must have a High School diploma, GED or homeschool certificate
听听听Must be attending & participating in a post-secondary program at an institution of higher education
听听听Must be making satisfactory academic progress
听听听Must not owe a refund on grants or be in default on loans with any institution of higher education
听听听Must have completed repayment of any Title IV funds obtained fraudulently
听听听Must sign a statement of education purpose (see below)
听听听Must not have any federal or state conviction for drug possession or sale, with certain time limitations

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8. The following instructions were provided to students concerning the Emergency Financial Aid Grants:

Dear Tooele Tech Student:听 You are receiving this form because you are a post-secondary student enrolled in and attending an approved certificate level program at Tooele Tech.听 The Federal Government is providing grant funds, through the school, to students who meet the Title IV eligibility requirements (see below) to assist with expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to the COVID-19 shutdown and the CARES Act.听 You could be eligible to receive these funds. 听

In order for Tooele Tech to determine if you would be eligible for a payment through the emergency funds process, you would need to complete a 2020/2021 FAFSA at .听 Check below if you have completed a FAFSA.

I have completed a 2020/2021 FAFSA (Skip to Signature and Address line below)

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Or you have the option of self- certifying by meeting the criteria listed below.听 An eligible student must meet the criteria as defined by law in SEC 484, 20 U.S.C. 1091, in Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended (HEA).听 Check all categories that apply to you:听

I am a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen
I have a valid social security number
I have a registration with Selective Service (If student is male)
I have a High School diploma, GED or homeschool certificate
I will be attending & participating in a post-secondary program at an institution of higher education
I am making satisfactory academic progress
I do not owe a refund on grants or be in default on loans with any institution of higher education
I have completed repayment of any Title IV funds obtained fraudulently
I will sign a statement of education purpose (see below)
I do not have any federal or state conviction for drug possession or sale, with certain time limitations

听I, (print full name) 听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听听 , 鈥渁ttest, under penalty of perjury, that I meet the requirements of Section 484 of the Higher Education Act, HEA and that grant funds provided by the CARES Act will be used solely for expenses related to the disruption of campus operations at Tooele Tech due to coronavirus (costs of attendance, such as technology expenses, course materials expenses, health care, child care, housing and food).鈥�

Please respond promptly by completing and returning this form to the Financial Aid Office.听 Questions?听 Please contact Craig Emett at 435-248-1847.

Email: cemett@tooeletech.edu听 or Mail to:听 s级素人, Financial Aid, 88 S Tooele Blvd, Tooele, UT 84074

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HEERF Quarterly Reporting

Reporting for December 2021
Reporting for September 2021
Reporting for June 2021
Reporting for March 2021
Reporting for December 2020
Reporting for September 2020

October 22, 2020

With the new State guidelines, Tooele County now meets the criteria for a High Level of Transmission.

Here is a link with the requirements for a High Level of Transmission.

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Being in this classification does not change our current protocols or practices.听

We have been following the requirements for a High Level of Transmission, all along.

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Keep your distance when possible.

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Masks are still required.

Sanitation (rooms and equipment) before and after use is still required.

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With flu season approaching please plan accordingly. Flu shots are recommended.

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October 9, 2020

s级素人 Strives to Ensure Safety on Campus

Currently our community has been faced with many uncertainties relating to COVID-19. Although the numbers in Tooele County are still fairly low compared to other counties across the state, we know that the effects of the virus can be devastating both physically and emotionally.

Tooele High School鈥檚 online learning transition has raised questions among students, parents, and community members. We want to assure everyone that s级素人 is prepared to handle challenges that may arise on campus pertaining to COVID-19 or other unforeseeable situations. The college serves students of all ages including high school students. Safety is our utmost priority. Tooele Tech is following the guidelines set by TCSD which state that high school students who are not in quarantine or have not had direct contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19 can attend their classes on our campus. We want to thank TCSD for their valuable partnership and assistance in making sure that our high school students who have not been directly exposed to the virus and are symptom-free can still attend their Tooele Tech classes.

The college has protocols in place to protect students and staff and keep them safe as we continue to provide our students with the best education and career training possible. Our procedures align with the Tooele County Health Department and our partners at the Tooele County School District (TCSD) as well as the State of Utah鈥檚 corona task force.

Tooele Tech is actively monitoring the ongoing status of coronavirus (COVID-19) in our community. Tooele County is currently in the 鈥淵ellow鈥� risk factor phase which identifies the following guidelines that are in place at the college:

Face-to-face instruction is taking place with an increased cleaning and hygiene regimen.

Employees and students are asked to wear face coverings and physically distance a minimum of 6 feet if possible.

Hand sanitizer is available in each classroom and multiple places throughout the building.

Face masks are available at the reception counter.

Tools and surfaces are sanitized before and after use.

Employees and students are monitored for symptoms.

All symptomatic employees and students should stay home. Students, staff and faculty who have reason to suspect that they could potentially have been exposed to COVID-19 are instructed to stay home and contact their medical provider and local health department for guidance.

Tooele Tech will always keep the health, safety, and well-being of our students, staff, faculty, and community at the forefront when making decisions pertaining to campus operations. We are confident that the protocols and guidelines that we have in place are adequate to keep everyone protected to the best of our ability.

COVID-19

Tooele Tech is actively monitoring the ongoing status of coronavirus (COVID-19) in our community by following the guidelines of the and our local health department.听 Utah鈥檚 health guidance system has four risk phases: red, orange, yellow and green.

Tooele County is in the 鈥淵ellow鈥� risk factor phase which identifies the following guidelines that are in place at Tooele Tech:

Face-to-face instruction is taking place with an increased cleaning and hygiene regimen.
Employees and students are asked to wear face coverings and physically distance a minimum of 6 feet if possible.
Hand sanitizer is available in each classroom and multiple places throughout the building.
Face masks are available at the reception counter.
Tools and surfaces are sanitized before and after use.
Employees and students are monitored for symptoms.
All symptomatic employees and students should stay home.
If you have reason to suspect that you could potentially have been exposed to COVID-19, your first step should be to contact your medical provider and local health department for guidance.

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