Coronavirus Cases Reported At 2 Wallingford Schools

WALLINGFORD, CT — The Wallingford Public School District reported confirmed cases of the coronavirus at James H. Moran Middle School and Pond Hill Elementary School over the weekend.

Officials notified families on Sunday that a person associated with Moran Middle School tested positive for the coronavirus. 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.

Anyone who was determined to be a close contact has already been contacted by officials. However, due to the “number of staff that need to quarantine at this time,” all students and staff on Team 7-2 will participate in distance learning until Nov. 17, according to officials.

Officials also notified families on Saturday that a person at Pond Hill tested positive for the coronavirus. The person was determined to be in close contact with one or more people while in a school setting.

Anyone who was determined to be a closed contact has already been contacted by officials.

“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.”