COVID-19 exposure confirmed at three Central Okanagan schools

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In a release sent by the Central Okanagan Public Schools (COPS), the organization stated Interior Health confirmed COVID-19 exposures at the following Central Okanagan Public Schools on Saturday (Jan. 16).

• Springvalley Elementary
• South Rutland Elementary
• Mount Boucherie Secondary

COPS added that “They are self-isolating at home with support from local public health teams. Interior Health follows up with anyone potentially exposed to a confirmed case directly through contact tracing.”

“The safety and well-being of students, families, and staff remains our highest priority. Central Okanagan Public Schools will continue to implement the strict health and safety protocols and procedures that are in place so students and staff can continue to attend school as safely as possible.”

The schools continue to work with Interior Health on decisions for any additional actions that may be required and to support ongoing communication to the affected school communities. Reminders continue for people to stay home from school if they show any symptoms.

A full list of active COVID-19 school exposures in the Interior Health region can be found here.