Brookline Students Asked To Get A Covid Test After Feb.Vacation

BROOKLINE, MA — The Public Schools of Brookline is encouraging students to get tested for COVID-19 before returning to classes on Monday, Feb. 28.

The district is recommending this testing due to surges in positive COVID-19 cases following Thanksgiving Break and Winter Break this year.

“...we ask that you and your family err on the side of caution, and also be proactive with the physical and mental health of yourself, your family, and others around you,” said Superintendent Linus Guillory in a statement.

Students who are participating in the home testing program you should test Saturday evening or Sunday morning and report any positive results to the school nurse, said the district. A list of places to get tested in the Brookline area can be found here.

In addition, Brookline will also be hosting a free PCR testing clinic at Brookline High School on Sunday, February 27 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Guillory also expressed his support for students and staff that may be struggling with current events as they return from their week-long break.

"We look forward to welcoming everyone back from February Vacation,” said Guillory. "As you return, you may find yourself overwhelmed by the news to catch up on. Disheartening events in Texas and Ukraine can stir up a lot of our emotions within us, particularly if we have a close affinity with either group.”

"I want to express that we see you and your humanity,” he continued. "All of us at PSB are here to support you, both in how you feel in the short term, as well as activism and action in the long term. We encourage you to take especially good care of yourself as we begin the work to reach out and help others.”

A list of mental health and wellness services available to Brookline students can be found here.