Policies
COVID-19 Health & Safety Plan
This policy was created by the Temple Shalom COVID-19 task force. All requirements and offerings are subject to change.
We trust our community to act in the best interest of all. Please err on the side of “an abundance of caution” if you feel ill, concerned you have COVID, or fear you were exposed.
In-person services at Temple Shalom
A signed statement indicating full vaccination (including boosters if applicable) is required for everyone 6 months and older.
The Temple Shalom community risk level is currently low. Masks are optional*. Masking requirements are subject to change based on community spread and updated recommendations. See the following websites for details:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/covid-by-county.html
https://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/programs-services/topics/novel-coronavirus
- COVID forms are available upon arrival and will remain on file; forms only need to be completed one time
- Masks requirements* at Temple Shalom are based on community COVID levels as reported by the CDC.
- Low risk levels — masks optional
- Medium risk levels — masks strongly encouraged
- High risk levels — masks required
- On the bimah, only one person should be unmasked at a time (depending on mask requirements as listed above)
- Signed statement agreeing to follow all health and safety policies is required
- Signed waiver by attendees is required
- Sign-in to each service/event is required
- Ventilation with doors and windows open as needed and/or appropriate for the weather
*No matter the risk level, people should wear masks based on personal preference, informed by personal level of risk. People with symptoms, a positive test, or concern for illness should attend virtually.
Outdoor services and programs hosted by Temple Shalom
Vaccination (including boosters if applicable) are strongly encouraged.
Congregation & Facility Policies
Temple Shalom By-laws (PDF)
General Guidelines for Hosting an Oneg (PDF)
Catering guide (Revised March 12, 2014) (PDF) Note the synagogue is closed to the public while the coronavirus pandemic is at a high level.