Sign, sign, everywhere a sign!
Ntension partitions create alternatives for in-school COVID prevention.
The demand for students to return to the classroom is strong and school administrators everywhere are busy brainstorming ways to make this a reality. An important point not to overlook is the mental wellbeing of each child. During this pandemic, students have likely gone to the grocery store, a restaurant, post office, or other public location. They most certainly noticed the physical changes in their surroundings. Aside from furniture placement and plexiglass barriers, COVID signage is plastered all over every surface. The signs tell us to remain six feet apart, move in one direction, stand in a specific spot, and of course, remind us to wear a mask. Although these signs are a necessary way of life, they can also be overwhelming. Our current situation reminds me of the song written by Five Man Electric Band, “Sign, sign everywhere a sign”! The overall theme of the song is just as relevant today with the constant, in-your-face, Covid reminders that are blocking our scenery!
Imagine how it may feel for the students returning to school full time in the fall. It is sure to be an exciting and perhaps, nerve-wracking endeavor. However, it doesn’t have to be like a trip to the grocery store or the post office. Wouldn’t it be amazing to have the ability to normalize the back-to-school atmosphere as much as possible? School administrators can choose to forgo the overabundance of arrow shaped floor stickers and ominous wall posters. These tactics are likely to cause confusion and unnecessary anxiety. Instead of overwhelming the students, consider how amazing it would be to use a custom-designed system of partitions to help navigate the flow of student traffic. Ntension’s partitions offer a gentle welcome to students as they enter a building and maneuver their way through the hallways. Subtly easing the flow of traffic in each direction and safely allowing multiple classes access to the hall or lockers at the same time. The partitions can include colorful adornments, positive affirmations, or school logos. The unique antimicrobial fabric not only acts as an added defense against the spread of germs, it also helps reduce noise volume. The best part about these lightweight partitions is they can be easily removed and used for future events including backdrops for school plays, homecoming decorations, or a surface to hang student artwork!