Wynona Public Schools Transitions To Virtual Learning After Staff Member Tests Positive For COVID-19

Wynona Public Schools announced Tuesday that it would be transitioning students to virtual learning after more than 25% of students came into close contact with a staff member who recently tested positive for COVID-19.

According to school officials, after a consultation with the Osage County Health Department, students were released early on Tuesday to begin the transition to virtual learning.

Parents of students who came into close contact with individuals who tested positive were advised to quarantine their child as a precaution.

In a letter issued to parents, Wynona Public School Superintendent Shelly Shulanberger said that teachers will reach out to parents regarding student's assignments and available academic support.

Students are currently set to return to in-person learning on Monday, September 13.

To read the full letter issued to parents, Click Here.