Posted March 14, 2020 09:01pm
(KNZA)--Classes and activities in the Hiawatha School District have been cancelled for Monday due to the coronavirus.
USD 415 Superintendent Lonnie Moser made the announcement Saturday in a message posted on the district's Facebook page.
Moser said the decision follows a meeting with the Northeast Kansas Multi-county Health Department, Brown County Emergency Management and Hiawatha Community Hospital.
In addition, Moser said the district administration also attended a virtual meeting with the Kansas Department of Education, Governor's Office and Kansas Department of Health and Environment for further guidance on a plan of action due to COVID-19.
Moser said the closure Monday will allow the district time to gather more information regarding the travel patterns of their staff and students during spring break.
He said at this time it's not recommended they close for any longer period of time.
While there will be no school Monday, essential personnel will be in the school buildings and the district office will be open.
You can view Moser's entire message at the following link:
The following Hiawatha High School events have been postponed:
HHS Vocal Concert Tues, March 17
HHS Student Council Blood Drive Wed, March 18
HHS Winter Sports Awards Thurs, March 19
Hiawatha Schools Band mattress fundraiser Sunday, March 22.
The district will post new dates for the events ASAP.
