NCSD COVID-19 Communication Update – January 27, 2021

January 27th, 2021

At this time, the Casper-Natrona County Health Department, in partnership with the Natrona County School District, is excited to announce all NCSD employees have the opportunity to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. While highly encouraged, the vaccine is not mandatory or required. 

The Casper-Natrona County Health Department is currently in Phase 1B of the vaccination distribution, sub-group 7: K-12 Education. 

“With the beginning of this new phase, we’re able to provide vaccines to the educators who are so integral in our community. While we know this wait has been difficult, we are now receiving enough routine shipments to provide adequate vaccinations within this next phase. We greatly appreciate the collaboration of the Natrona County School District as we roll this out to NCSD staff. We are hopeful this is a positive next step in working our way towards getting back to normal” CNCHD Public Information Officer Hailey Bloom said.

COVID-19 Vaccinations for Natrona County School District employees are administered by the Casper-Natrona County Health Department located at 475 S. Spruce, Casper, WY, 82601. 

The vaccine consists of a two-shot series. 

At this time, NCSD employees can contact the CNCHD to schedule an appointment. More details and further information has been directly provided to all NCSD employees. 

Individuals currently eligible for the COVID-19 must schedule an appointment to receive the vaccination; please do not walk in without an appointment.  Vaccine appointments are currently available Monday-Friday from 8:30 AM-4:30 PM and Saturday 1/30 and 2/6 from 8:30 AM-4:30 PM. Please note, appointments are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please be patient and leave a message. The Casper-Natrona County Health Department will contact you as soon as possible to schedule an appointment.  

“The Natrona County School District greatly appreciates the dedicated work of the Casper-Natrona County Health Department and all healthcare professionals as they work diligently through the Covid-19 Vaccination guidelines and process.” shared Tanya Southerland, NCSD Director of Public Relations. “We will continue to work in direct collaboration with the Casper-Natrona County Health Department and all stakeholders to provide a high-quality learning environment for all students while maintaining our commitment to the safety and health of all students, staff, and the community.”