Someone associated with Hillcrest High School has tested positive for COVID-19.
The school district says the individual did not show any symptoms while at the high school last week, or at the Hillcrest graduation or Project Graduation.
Health officials say the risk of exposure is considered low.
The person did wear a mask.
The district is working with the health department to notify anyone considered to be in close contact with the individual.
Here’s more from SPS:
An individual associated with Hillcrest High School has tested positive for COVID-19. Prior to being symptomatic, the individual had interaction with others, while masked, in the following environments:
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On Campus, Hillcrest High School, Aug. 6, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
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Hillcrest High School Graduation, JQH Arena, Aug. 6, 4 p.m.
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Hillcrest High School Project Graduation, Hillcrest High School, Aug. 6, 6:30 p.m.
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On Campus, Hillcrest High School, Aug. 7, 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Springfield Public Schools is working closely with the Springfield-Greene County Health Department to communicate directly with any individual considered to be in close contact with the COVID-positive case and will provide appropriate guidance.
For others who participated or attended commencement for Hillcrest, Project Graduation, or were on the Hillcrest campus during the designated times, the risk is considered low. These individuals are encouraged to monitor for COVID-19 symptoms and should isolate and contact their healthcare provider if they develop symptoms. Symptoms include fever or chills; cough; shortness of breath or difficulty breathing; fatigue; muscle or body aches; headache; new loss of taste or smell; sore throat; congestion or runny nose; nausea or vomiting; and/or diarrhea.
Please be assured that the well-being of our students and staff remains our top priority. It is the goal of SPS to provide as much information as possible, while also adhering to privacy laws that limit the details we are able to share.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
