Vryheid High School acting principal Alta Nel has confirmed that they have a learner who tested positive for Covid-19.
The learner and his family are currently under quarantine. The learner tested positive despite being asymptomatic; he was screened daily at school. A Covid-19 test was done on a family member before receiving a medical procedure and the test came back positive.
The Department of Health & Safety, as well as the Department of Education, assessed the situation at the school and all Covid-19 regulations were followed. The school was initially advised to remain open, but the acting principal today (July 1) confirmed that Vryheid High has had to close until Monday, July 6.

Read more about schools hit by Covid-19 in the Vryheid Herald dated July 3.

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