Dear Parents and Faculty,
As many of you are closely following the news about the coronavirus in our community, I am writing to update you with the information I have thus far. Unfortunately, a member from the New Rochelle community, who is also an SAR High School parent, is a confirmed case of the coronavirus. He is currently hospitalized and being closely monitored.
We decided to close school today after a phone conversation early this morning with the SAR school principal, who alerted us to the possibility of a parent having contracted the virus. Because of the significant community overlap between WTA families and those from SAR, we took this precautionary measure as an opportunity to seek additional information and guidance from the New York State and Westchester Departments of Health. Since the morning, we have been in touch with members of these government agencies. As we learn more information, we will continue to share it with you.
As per Governor Cuomo's press conference this morning, please keep in mind that 80% of those with coronavirus have mild symptoms. Once again, the most effective way to stay healthy and minimize the spread of this infectious disease is to follow best health practices and infection prevention, especially handwashing with soap and water or with hand sanitizer when soap and water are not available.
We will send another email later today, as more information is shared with us and as we are able to plan appropriately for the coming days regarding additional potential school closures and the possible cancellation of planned events.
