Metropolis Head Start Temporarily Closed Following Confirmed COVID-19 Case (Classes to Resume October 4)
Southern Seven Head Start reports that it has temporarily closed its Metropolis Head Start Early Learning Center following one confirmed case of COVID-19 in the building. At this time, classes are expected to resume on October 4 pending further investigation.
According to Head Start officials, the case was reported on September 24. Families have been notified. More information will be shared with families as it becomes available.
The decision for temporary closure of the center occurred after consultation with Southern Seven Health Department (S7HD) during its investigation of the case. According to Head Start officials, the closure is a precautionary measure to provide time for cleaning and disinfecting of the building.
Southern Seven Health Department has already begun contact tracing to identify those who may have been exposed to the coronavirus. Contact tracing helps identify those who may be at risk after someone tests positive. This is done to let people know what symptoms to watch for, reduces their exposures to others and slows the spread of COVID-19. Should you be identified by S7HD as a possible contact, your cooperation is appreciated. Anyone with questions regarding possible exposure can call S7HD at 618-634-2297.
The Health Department reports that COVID-19 continues being spread by community transmission at alarming rates within the Southern 7 region. This virus can be spread up to 48 hours before a person has symptoms. Anyone who is unvaccinated and has been at gatherings where little to no safety measures were in place is at risk of contracting COVID-19.
Symptoms of COVID-19 can include fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, and diarrhea. If you begin to show symptoms, isolate immediately and contact your healthcare provider about getting tested for COVID-19.
For more information, call 618-634-2297 or visit www.southern7.org/coronavirus.
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