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Active case of COVID-19 confirmed at Lord Roberts French Immersion Public School

On Saturday, the Thames Valley District School Board confirmed an active case of COVID-19 at Lord Roberts French Immersion Public School.

According to the board, just one case has been identified at the school as of Saturday.

All staff, parents, and guardians of the school communities were immediately notified. Meanwhile, the Health Unit is investigating to identify close contacts and follow up directly to provide specific testing advice.

Only those who are considered to be at risk have been notified to stay home from school and quarantine for 14 days. If you do not receive a letter from the school board, your child is not considered to be at risk.

Further information on current cases of COVID-19 in Thames Valley schools can be found here.

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