Education Covid Vaccine Update

 Below is a message from the Governor in relation to covid vaccine. The problem I have is what about higher education. Colleges and universities have had covid break outs (mostly due to students not doing what they should) and those education workers need protected as well.

 

 

 

 

Dear State employees,    As we have worked together during this extraordinary and challenging year, I have said the COVID-19 vaccine is our path back to the Colorado we know and love, and with every vaccine administered the light at the end of the tunnel gets a little brighter.    From the onset, Colorado has approached vaccine distribution in a way that is equitable, saves the most lives, and ends the health emergency as soon as possible. I’m incredibly proud to say that 90% of our highest-risk, frontline health care workers have received both doses of their vaccine. And we are well on our way toward reaching our goal of vaccinating at least 70% of Coloradans 70 and older by February 28, having currently vaccinated 190,995 - or nearly half -  of the people in this group.   Given the progress we’ve made thus far, and the estimated number of vaccines we anticipate Colorado will be receiving in the coming weeks, I’m excited to announce new updates to our vaccine prioritization list.    Starting on February 8, PreK-12 educators, child care workers in licensed programs, and Coloradans ages 65-69 will also be eligible to receive the vaccine. Coloradans 65-69 will be able to sign up the same way that our 70 and older population has, through their local provider. Our PreK-12 educators will work with their employers, as many major school districts have already partnered with local providers.    Beginning in early March, our frontline essential workers and Coloradans ages 16-64 with two or more high risk conditions will also be eligible. We’ll have more information on how this group can sign up soon.    This is a big next step. But we wouldn’t be making it if I didn’t believe we were ready.    Since the early days of this pandemic, our decisions have been driven by data and the best information we have available. We know that getting this right is crucial, not only to save lives, but to make sure that our small businesses can stay open so we can focus on building back stronger than ever before.    For more information, visit COCOVIDVACCINE.org or call 1-877-CO VAX CO (1-877-268-2926). These resources can help you find contact information for providers and sign up for their waitlist.    I am grateful for all your hard work over this last year. Colorado’s response has been strong because of the incredible dedication from each and every one of you. Thank you.    Sincerely,

 

 

Governor Jared Polis