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Coronavirus Case Reported At Sheehan High School In Wallingford

A person associated with Mark T. Sheehan High School has tested positive for the coronavirus, according to officials.

WALLINGFORD, CT — A person associated with Mark T. Sheehan High School in Wallingford has tested positive for the coronavirus, according to officials.

The person was determined to be in “close contact with one or more people while in a school setting,” according to a message sent to parents.

A contact tracing investigation was launched and everyone who was identified as a close contact has already been notified by school officials.

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“The Wallingford Public School District and Wallingford Health Department are committed to maintaining a safe environment for students and staff,” officials wrote in a message sent to parents. “We continue to proactively monitor illness of students and staff, apply cleaning protocols, and social distancing practices. We will continue to review the circumstances of this case and will make any necessary adjustments in our plans.

“The safety of our community is our priority. School officials are monitoring this situation and will continue to keep you informed of any changes or additional information.”

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