USD 446 in Independence has been informed by the Montgomery County Health Department that a high school student has tested positive for COVID-19.
Per the school's protocol, areas that the student has used have been temporarily closed off to be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected.
The individual and all identified as close contacts will not be allowed to return to school for at least 14 days from the date of exposure; however, they will have access to remote learning. All students and staff identified as close contacts have been notified.
If you have questions, please contact Rusty Arnold at (620) 496-4706.