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Another 4 Central Okanagan schools report COVID-19 exposures

COVID-19 exposures have been confirmed at four schools in Kelowna and West Kelowna.

They are:

  • Chute Lake Elementary
  • École Dorothea Walker Elementary
  • Helen Gorman Elementary
  • Watson Road Elementary

Everyone affected is self-isolating at home, the school district said.

Interior Health will use its contact tracing process to follow up with anyone potentially exposed to the virus.

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The school district added: “The safety and well-being of students, families, and staff remains our highest priority.

“Central Okanagan Public Schools will continue to implement the strict health and safety protocols and procedures that are in place so students and staff can continue to attend school as safely as possible.”

Anybody showing symptoms of COVID-19 is urged to stay home from school.

To see Interior Health’s list of school exposures, click here.



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