November 13, 2020
Dear Parents and Guardians:
On November 12, 2020, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) notified the School Department that an individual tested positive for COVID-19 from the Forest Avenue School community. Fortunately, because the individual was isolated, there is no need to collect contact tracing information. Additionally, the infectious period is well outside the time limits. There is no impact to any classroom.
As a reminder, symptoms of COVID-19 can include a cough, fever and chills, muscle and body aches, headache, runny nose or stuffy nose, sore throat, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, and recent loss of taste or smell. Children usually experience symptoms that are milder than adults.
If you develop any of these symptoms, contact your healthcare provider or call the K12 COVID Test Scheduling Service at 1-844-857-1814 in order to schedule a test. You should not be charged any co-payments/deductible for testing per State and Federal guidance. Lack of insurance coverage will never stop someone from receiving a test.
Please stay safe, wear a mask, watch your social distancing, and wash your hands frequently. Should you have any questions, please contact me at 401-849-2122 or rkraeger@mpsri.net. For additional information about COVID-19, visit: https://health.ri.gov/covid/
Sincerely,
Rosemarie K. Kraeger
Superintendent of Schools
cc: Building Principal
School Nurse
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