A press release from Superintendent Dr. Chris Dougherty of the Taylorville School District announced more COVID-19 cases on Friday morning. Staff members along with some close family members have recently tested positive, been exposed, and have been quarantined for the virus. The school district is working with the Christian County Health Department as well as the regional office of education to keep them aware of any illnesses or exposures and are conducting contact tracing.

Taylorville High School is reporting 1 new positive case, Memorial is reporting 1 new positive case, and the Junior High School is reporting that some staff members may have been exposed and are being directed by the public health department to quarantine and test. 

Deep cleaning and sanitation efforts continue throughout the affected campuses and the custodial staff remains hard at work cleaning surfaces and common areas. Taylorville School District continues to encourage parents and students to maintain safe distances, wear masks, and wash your hands. For more information contact the school district at 824-4951.