We are writing to share that Lewistown Elementary School has met the criteria determined by the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) for a Cohort outbreak of COVID-19 defined below:
Cohort outbreak definition:
When a report of a test-confirmed case of COVID-19 is received, Lewistown Elementary School administrators follow the Guidance to Support Safe In-Person Operations for PreK-12 Schools and Child Care Programs to isolate the appropriate individuals.
We collaborate with our FCPS Health Services Specialist and the Frederick County Health Department (FCHD) for reporting of positive cases. Upon review of positive cases in our school, we have identified that 6 individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 work in close enough proximity to be considered a cohort. This information was reported to MDH who has determined these cases to meet the criteria of an outbreak of COVID-19.
We are sharing this information out of an abundance of caution and to be transparent with our valued Lewistown Elementary School Community. The FCPS Health Specialist in collaboration with the FCHD COVID-19 School Liaison will be reporting COVID-19 case information to MDH every day until the outbreak is determined to be cleared.
Lewistown Elementary School will continue to provide in-person instruction. Lewistown Elementary School staff follow health and safety protocols for reducing transmission of infectious illnesses among staff and students in schools. We are following guidance for ventilation, handwashing, and sanitizing and disinfecting all work spaces. The health and safety of our community is our highest priority.
Belinda Fockler Principal Lewistown Elementary School