The Peace Wapiti Public School Division (PWPSD) announced today (Feb. 12) that there have been a two new positive COVID-19 cases found at Whispering Ridge Community School (WRCS). 

Staff and families were notified of the cases this afternoon and close contacts are expected to receive more information on testing and isolating from Alberta Health Services. 

The people who tested positive last attended school on Monday, Feb. 8. Close contacts will need to isolate until Tuesday, Feb. 23. Remote learning opportunities will be provided for the students who have to isolate. 

Necessary measures are being taken to prevent spread to staff and students. Disinfection of the school has taken place. Anyone who has not been identified as a close contact will still be able to attend school in-person on Feb. 16 after the long weekend.  

To respect their privacy, the individuals’ names won’t be released. 

WRCS is on Alberta Health’s outbreak list, under the Alert status, with 2-4 cases.