Since February 15, the South Park School District has been notified of one additional positive COVID-19 case. A staff member with the high school girls’ basketball program has tested positive for COVID-19. The staff member was last in the high school on February 13.
This case will count towards the high school’s 14-day rolling total, as outlined by the Pennsylvania Departments of Health and Education.
We remain in regular communication with the Allegheny County Health Department. The district will adhere to all guidance and recommendations provided to us by public health officials.
Identified close contacts have been notified and will quarantine.
Our facilities staff continues to focus on the thorough cleaning of all district buildings.
The individual will not return to work until the isolation period has concluded.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports individuals with COVID-19 may have mild to severe illness, and symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. Symptoms may include:
Fever or chills
Cough
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Fatigue
Muscle or body aches
Headache
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
Congestion or runny nose
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhea
Individuals who exhibit any of these symptoms should contact their healthcare provider immediately.
The health and wellbeing of our students, faculty, staff and community are our primary concern. We will continue to monitor the situation and notify families and staff of any additional actions that may need to be taken.
This communication is being shared with all district families and staff as part of the procedures outlined in the district’s Health and Safety Plan approved by the Board of Directors on Tuesday, July 28. We will not release any additional information due to confidentiality and patient privacy laws.
If your child or an immediate family member tests positive for COVID-19 or if your child is told to quarantine, please contact your school nurse as soon as possible.
If you have questions about COVID-19, please contact your healthcare provider, click here to visit the CDC website, or call 211.