There are now 2 confirmed cases of COVID-19 at Wallaceburg District Secondary School.
The Chatham-Kent Public Health Unit notified Lambton-Kent District School board of the positive tests today.
Out of abundance of caution 68 students and 8 staff members have been dismissed to quarantine as per the direction of the health unit.
The health unit is contacting any individuals who may have been in potential contact with the virus.
Families are encouraged to remain vigilant and follow the health and safety protocols in place to mitigate the transmission of COVID-19, including completing the daily school screening assessment tool.
