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Sept. 28, Beaumont ISD received confirmation that a staff member who was on location at Pietzsch-MacArthur tested positive for COVID-19, according to a news release.
The individual was last present at the facility on September 18. BISD’s Mitigation Plan provides for extensive cleaning and sanitization protocols, as well as social distancing procedures, including the wearing of face masks. As such, CDC guidance provides that the risk of someone contracting COVID-19 from the staff member is low and this notice is being provided in an abundance of caution. Nevertheless, BISD has been in close communication with officials at the Beaumont Public Health Department, and the District is following all recommended protocols.
From the release:
"Pietzsch-MacArthur was deep cleaned and disinfected following the report of exposure on Sept. 23. The campus is open and operating for employees not directly impacted.
"All individuals who were in close contact with the employee have been notified of their possible exposure and are required to quarantine for 14 days. Members of the public that visited the building in the last week should continue to closely monitor their health and contact their health provider immediately should they experience any symptoms of COVID-19. In addition, please continue all other safeguards outlined by the CDC including frequently washing your hands with soap and water, avoiding touching your face, staying home if you feel sick and cleaning frequently touched surfaces and objects daily. The health and safety of our community is our top priority and we appreciate your cooperation as we work through these challenges as a community."