Supposed Flu Bug Spreads Through Peotone High
» Jenny Young - Web Exclusive - 22 January 2008
On Thursday, about 137 students were absent, and on Friday, about 150 were absent. Friday morning, attendance actually improved; however, students went home throughout the day.
Superintendent of Schools Kevin Carey says many are experiencing flu-like symptoms.
One ill student went to a hospital emergency room. A physician thought the student may be suffering from viral meningitis. However, lab results came back negative for the condition. Dr. Alpesh Patel of the Will County Health Department informed the school of the results Friday morning.
Administrators have not planned to close school. However, Carey says they are ensuring that custodians take proper measures to clean the facility.
They also sent a letter to all parents and guardians about the matter, contacted the Will County Health Department and postponed after school activities, according to a press release issued by Carey.
"The communication between our district and parents is a valuable resource to the well being of our students," Carey stated. "As always, the health and safety of our student body continues to be our priority."
» Jenny Young - Web Exclusive - 22 January 2008
On Thursday, about 137 students were absent, and on Friday, about 150 were absent. Friday morning, attendance actually improved; however, students went home throughout the day.
Superintendent of Schools Kevin Carey says many are experiencing flu-like symptoms.
One ill student went to a hospital emergency room. A physician thought the student may be suffering from viral meningitis. However, lab results came back negative for the condition. Dr. Alpesh Patel of the Will County Health Department informed the school of the results Friday morning.
Administrators have not planned to close school. However, Carey says they are ensuring that custodians take proper measures to clean the facility.
They also sent a letter to all parents and guardians about the matter, contacted the Will County Health Department and postponed after school activities, according to a press release issued by Carey.
"The communication between our district and parents is a valuable resource to the well being of our students," Carey stated. "As always, the health and safety of our student body continues to be our priority."
