Grande Prairie, AB – On Wednesday, November 18, 2020, Peace Wapiti Public School Division (PWPSD) was advised of a new confirmed case of COVID-19 at Whispering Ridge Community School (WRCS). School administration communicated the information to families and staff yesterday.
Out of respect for the individual, and in accordance with Alberta Health Services (AHS) guidelines, no further information will be shared about the case. PWPSD and WRCS wish the individual a safe and speedy recovery, and will continue to work closely with AHS to ensure necessary measures are in place to protect all students and staff.
WRCS operational information
- The plans set in place to create zones and cohorts have worked as planned, and helped in the successful completion of contact tracing with AHS.
- AHS is expected to provide all close contacts with further direction on testing and isolation instructions.
- Remote learning opportunities will be provided to isolating students.
- The school has been disinfected.
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