Local health agencies want parents to know how to protect their families from pertussis, better known as whooping cough. The illness, which can be serious for some children, has been reported more frequently than usual in recent months.

Parents of seventh graders should also be aware by now of a new state vaccination requirement. Proof of a booster vaccination - either a Tdap booster, or a Td booster in the last five years, must be provided to your junior high school by Sept. 15 in order to avoid exclusion from school for failure to vaccinate.

Running a safe and efficient school transportation system is among our highest priorities. The RCSD transportation department is monitoring all routes closely and making adjustments during these first weeks of school.

Beginning Wednesday, Sept. 1, Eastland and Fairfield students may ride neighborhood buses home from their neighborhood middle schools. The change is being made in order to help the bus schedule run more smoothly.

The parent drop-off area at Reynoldsburg High School has been moved to the East Parking Lot in order to make room to buses. Please note there is NO LEFT TURN from the East Parking Lot onto Livingston Avenue.

Alternative places parents may drop off their students for high school include Redwood Street and Rosehill Road.

Please drive carefully, and have a great school year!