The Renfrew County District School Board (RCDSB) says Fellowes High School in Pembroke has been closed due to a COVID-19 outbreak.
Three staff members at the school have tested positive for the virus and are currently self-isolating.
In a message from the RCDSB it says:
The Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health for the Renfrew County and District Health Unit (RCDHU) has ordered the closure of Fellowes High School in Pembroke.
The decision was made shortly after a third case was confirmed earlier today that was linked to two previous cases.
The closure is effective immediately, and will remain in place until further notice. The school will reopen only with public health approval.
Students will continue their learning online and students are asked to check their District email for information and direction from their teacher.
The wellbeing and safety of our students and staff is top priority during this pandemic period and the District will continue to support public health staff in any way we can as they continue to investigate.
If you are a staff member or a student who has been identified as a high or low risk contact of a confirmed COVID-19 case, public health staff will contact you directly. If you have not been contacted, you are not considered to be at risk of having been exposed to a confirmed case of COVID-19.
Regardless of whether you feel sick, students and parents are reminded to complete a self-assessment every morning prior to departing for work and school. If you feel sick or have any symptoms, stay home and call the Renfrew County Virtual Triage and Assessment Centre (RCVTAC) or your family physician/nurse practitioner to determine next steps.
For more information about the COVID-19 Testing Schedule visit the RCVTAC website or call 1-844-727-6404 to book an appointment. For all other information, visit the Renfrew County and District Health Unit website or call 613-735-8654.
