The East Greenbush Central School District was informed today that a student from Red Mill Elementary School has tested positive for COVID-19. The student’s last day in school was January 19.

Based on contact tracing, eight other students must enter mandatory quarantine at home through January 29 as a precaution. The families impacted have been contacted and given instructions related to mandatory quarantine. The quarantined students do not need to be tested for COVID-19 unless exhibiting symptoms or advised by a healthcare provider.

There will be no impact on the school schedule related to this confirmed case of COVID-19.

The district would like to remind everyone to maintain the strong habits we are developing as a school community:

• Avoid large and small group gatherings such as parties or unstructured situations which bring people from different households into contact with each other.
• Wear masks at all times when out in public, particularly when you cannot socially distance or when participating in such activities as club sports.
• Wash hands with soap and water frequently and thoroughly. Use hand sanitizer when soap and water is not accessible.
• Monitor for COVID-19 symptoms and in the event someone is sick, stay at home and contact your primary care provider.

Those with questions are advised to call the county health department directly at 518-270-2655 or contact the district’s COVID-19 Coordinator at Columbia High School at 518-207-2180.

For COVID-19 updates and information, visit egcsd.org/coronavirus.