""While the building has been deemed safe and clean by the Board of Health, District & School leaders have determined there would not be a reasonable number of students and staff members present to have a structured and safe learning environment," Galusi and Crowell said in the statement."
""The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has cited norovirus as "the leading cause of vomiting and diarrhea and warned that it is "very contagious," spreading "very easily and quickly.""
""developing plans""
Roberts Elementary School was closed for a second consecutive day after more than 130 students were absent and additional families reported norovirus symptoms. A professional company performed a deep cleaning and the Medford Board of Health inspected the building and found no issues with school or kitchen equipment. More than 20 staff members reported similar symptoms. Other district schools maintained normal attendance. The building was deemed safe and clean, but insufficient students and staff were expected for a structured learning environment. The board is contacting affected families. The district will coordinate make-up plans with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The CDC warns norovirus is highly contagious and spreads easily through sick people and contaminated food, water, or surfaces.
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