Dear Chartiers Valley Families,
 
On November 15, 2020, the Chartiers Valley School District was notified that 2 members of the Chartiers Valley elementary community tested positive for COVID-19. The cases are presumed to be related to in-school transmission.

On November 16, 2020, the Chartiers Valley School District was notified that 2 members of the Chartiers Valley High School community tested positive for COVID-19. The cases are not related to in-school transmission. The individuals have not been in school since November 11 and did not develop symptoms until days later. As such, no one on-site was in close contact with the individuals, and there is no additional District impact.

As of today, November 16, the District has 9 active cases, meaning these individuals are confirmed positive for COVID-19 and within their isolation period. The District’s positivity rate is reviewed daily, and these cases are being watched closely for a nexus, or connection, to other active cases.

As of November 16, it is determined that school closure is not necessary. However, as the District observes a rise in positive cases in our region and within our CVSD community, we are working continuously to offer educational pathways that provide the safest, healthiest learning environments for our students and staff. This week, school leaders are reviewing decisions regarding potential changes to these educational pathways.

The District works in collaboration with the Allegheny County Health Department to identify students and staff who may have had close contact (less than six feet for more than fifteen minutes) with individuals with a confirmed positive. Those affected will be contacted directly by CV Nurse Michele Opferman and/or the Allegheny County Health Department.
 
The individuals who tested positive, as well as those who have been in close contact, will not be present in school buildings for the duration of their quarantine, as directed by the Allegheny County Health Department. 
 
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. Please 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. 
 
Chartiers Valley School District