Covid Update
August 28, 2020
Joint Release Statement.docx.pdf
Niobrara Public Schools
OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
P.O Box 310
Niobrara, NE 68760
Phone (402)857-3323 - Fax (402)857-3716
To: Niobrara School Families
From: Nurse Chelsey and Mrs. Sandoz
Date: August 28, 2020
Subject: Positive COVID-19 Case or Exposure
The North Central District Health Department in collaboration with Niobrara Public Schools has been notified that a positive COVID-19 case has occurred at the middle school.
North Central District Health Department and Niobrara Public Schools have confirmed that the case is self-isolated. Their family and other close contacts are also being asked to self-quarantine (remain at home). Parents, guardians, or community members that have been identified as having been in close contact (within 6 feet for greater 15 mins) with the case have been notified and asked to self-quarantine.
Due to protected health information, small population sizes of district communities and schools, North Central District Health Department and Niobrara Public Schools will not be releasing the identity of the case or identifying factors such as grade level, if applicable. Pressures from community members and leaders for North Central District Health Department or Niobrara Public Schools to communicate and identify the case will not be tolerated.
