Maine-Endwell School District issued the following announcement on Oct 21.
Dear Maine-Endwell School Community,
On Thursday, October 22, 2020, we were notified by the Broome County Health Department (BCHD) that the district has a confirmed case of COVID-19 involving a student who attends the Middle School. Contact tracing has begun and faculty and staff have been notified. Impacted students will be notified today. As of today, we expect in-person instruction to resume on Monday.
In discussions with the BCHD and our school physician, any person who was in direct or proximate contact with the individual has been and will be advised to quarantine. The district is working in consultation with the BC Health Department on proper procedures for all faculty, staff and students regarding quarantining and testing. We are assisting the Broome County Health Department with a contact tracing investigation.
Exposure to COVID-19 can occur from any person-to-person or proximate contact. There are a number of steps that can minimize the spread of all respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, according to the New York State Department of Health:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water is not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
Very Sincerely,
Jason R. Van Fossen,
Superintendent of Schools
Original source can be found here.
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