Since our last update, we have learned of one new confirmed case of COVID-19 in our school community. A member of the Watervliet Jr.-Sr. High School community tested positive for COVID-19. Contact tracing was completed as per Albany County Department of Health protocols and determined that no other individuals were required to quarantine.

We continue to encourage all eligible students (12 and older) and staff members to get vaccinated to protect themselves, their families and their communities. Visit the Albany County Department of Health website for a list of vaccination sites, or contact your health care provider.

At this time, community transmission in Albany County remains at a high level, which is why it is important to keep child(ren) home from school if they are exhibiting any of the following symptoms: Fever or chills; cough; shortness of breath or difficulty breathing; fatigue; muscle or body aches; headaches; new loss of taste or smell; sore throat; congestion or runny nose; nausea or vomiting; or diarrhea.

COVID-19 testing information is available by calling the New York State Department of Health COVID-19 Hotline at 888-364-3065, the Whitney M. Young Jr. Health Center at 518-407-0172, or contact your health care provider. Visit the Albany County Department of Health website for information and local test sites. 

A reminder that we report new positive cases twice each week – on Mondays and Fridays. We post this information on our website and share notifications via One Call Now email. You may check the NYS COVID-19 Dashboard for daily updates about any new cases in our schools. 

Your continued cooperation and support of our schools is appreciated as we work together to make this a safe, healthy and successful school year for our students, staff and families. Thank you.

(This notification was sent to WCSD families and staff on Friday, Sept. 24 via One Call Now email.)