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By Chris Brown

Another COVID-19 case connected to Bassano School

Nov 5, 2020 | 10:02 AM

Days after an outbreak was declared at Bassano School the school has learned of another connection to an individual diagnosed with COVID-19.

Grasslands Public Schools says in a statement it learned of an individual with the virus that was last within a school bus on Nov. 2.

As with other alerts from the division, the statement says they are working closely with Alberta Health Services to ensure necessary measures are in place to protect all students and staff.

“From the AHS investigation to date, a small number of close contacts have been identified and will be notified via a letter from AHS. Public Health and the school will work closely together to ensure accurate contact tracing. If you are not contacted by AHS, you and/or your children are not considered close contacts and no further action is required,” reads the statement.

It also reminds families to monitor for any signs or symptoms of COVID-19 using the Alberta Health Daily Checklist and asks people to complete the checklist each day prior to attending school. It also asks that if you or a member of your family has any of the symptoms of illness listed, to fill out the online Alberta Health Services COVID-19 self-assessment or call Health Link at 811. Enhanced cleaning protocols are being maintained, with a focus on high touch areas and surfaces throughout the entire facility.

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