By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer
A second COVID-19 case has been confirmed at Willow Creek Composite High School.
On Nov. 2, the Livingstone Range School Division issued a news release stating that currently, it does not appear the individual contracted the virus in school but rather was exposed to and contracted the virus outside of school.
As this is the second case within a 14-day period, this is classified as an outbreak.
Willow Creek Composite High School is working with Alberta Health Services on contact tracing. Those students and staff members considered close contacts of the individual will be contacted directly and given direction related to quarantining.
Over the weekend, both Willow Creek Composite and West Meadow Elementary School received a deep cleaning and disinfecting from their maintenance staff. Ongoing cleaning and sanitizing will continue, in compliance with provincial guidelines.
During this period, Willow Creek Composite High School remains open and learning continues.
While those isolating at home will be teaching and learning virtually, the rest of the staff and students are having in-person classes as usual.
Those classes where teachers are quarantining at home will have the unique experience of participating in a class with their teacher joining them virtually.
These classes will have an in-person supervisor to assist in the learning process. The administrators of Willow Creek Composite High School have worked to ensure proper coverage for all classes so that the academic year can go forward.
The news release also stated the Livingstone Range School Division board of trustees, senior administration, and school administrators, said their thoughts are with the confirmed individual and they wish a speedy recovery.
For more information about COVID-19 precautions and Livingstone Range School Division’s response to confirmed cases or outbreaks, see the ​2020-2021 School Re-Entry Plan​ at www.lrsd.ca.