Dear Parents/Guardians/Community Members,

The Bangor School Department would like to inform you that we have recently received notification of at least one confirmed case of COVID-19 in a student or staff person at Bangor High School. Fortunately, as the virus was contracted over the break, and there are NO close contacts within the school, and students and staff are able to continue their normal learning pathways.

Everyone should monitor yourself/your child for signs and symptoms. Call a health care provider if symptoms start. It is important that you call a healthcare facility before you show up in person. Stay home if you are sick.

Signs and symptoms include:

• fever or chills

• cough

• shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

• fatigue

• muscle or body aches

• headache

• new loss of taste or smell

• sore throat

• congestion or runny nose

• nausea or vomiting

• diarrhea

You can help reduce the spread of the virus by:

·    Wearing a face mask when out of your home

·    Practicing physical distancing (keep at least six feet apart)

·    Practicing good hygiene (wash your hands, cover coughs and sneezes, avoid touching face)

·    Cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched objects and surfaces

·    Staying home when you are sick

·    Avoiding close contact with people who are sick

·    Taking care of yourself: Eat healthy, exercise, stay current with vaccinations

If you have any questions, please contact your child’s school. For general COVID-19

questions, dial 211 (or 1-866-811-5695). You can also text your ZIP code to 898-211 or email info@211maine.org. Call a health care provider for questions about your symptoms. More information can be found at www.maine.gov/dhhs/coronavirus or www.cdc.gov/coronavirus