Dear Chartiers Valley Families,
On Friday, September 25, 2020, the Chartiers Valley School District was notified that a member of the Middle School community tested positive for COVID-19. The case is unrelated to in-school transmission.
The District has worked with the Allegheny County Health Department, and it has been determined that the individual did not have any close contact (less than six feet for more than fifteen minutes) with students. Given that there are no known close student contacts, quarantine for exposure is not necessary, nor is any related school closure.
The individual who tested positive will not be present in any school buildings for the duration of their quarantine, as directed by the Allegheny County Health Department.
While we do not believe there are any close student contacts related to this case, we encourage you to continue watching your child/children closely for symptoms. As a reminder, if your child experiences any of the symptoms listed below, please contact Michelle Opferman, Nursing Department Head at 412-429-2269 or mopferman@cvsd.net, as well as your healthcare provider.
COVID-19 Symptoms:
- Fever
- Chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- Loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
We are very appreciative of your attention to safety procedures and precautions of the Chartiers Valley School District and your commitment to preserving our in-person educational pathway options.
Please remind your child to continue to wear a mask, maintain six feet of social distance at all times, and practice good hand hygiene. The District will continue to follow daily comprehensive cleaning and disinfecting protocols as outlined in our Health & Safety Plan. Visit the District website for more information, including a list of Frequently Asked Questions.
As always, the health, safety, and well-being of our students and staff remain our top priority.
Sincerely,
Johannah M. Vanatta, Ed.D.
Superintendent
