eNews Archive

May 3, 2009

(Plano, Texas) The Plano Independent School District, in close collaboration
with the Collin County and City of Plano health authorities and in
accordance with guidance provided by the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention and the Texas Department of State Health Services, announces
today (May 3) the immediate closure of Barron Early Childhood School and
Sigler Elementary School due to a few strong probable cases of Influenza A
H1N1 virus (swine flu). At this time, the district anticipates both campuses
to reopen on May 18.

Additionally, Plano ISD announces that Wilson Middle School, which was
previously closed due to influenza concerns, anticipates resumption of
classes on May 18 rather
than May 11.

Symptoms of the Influenza A H1N1 virus are similar to symptoms of regular
human flu and include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headaches,
chills, and fatigue. Persons exhibiting these symptoms are encouraged to see
their physician immediately for a flu test and report the findings to their
school nurse.

While students are not attending school, health officials are encouraging
students to
remain at home and not to congregate with other students at public places
such as
malls and restaurants. Questions about the H1N1 virus may be addressed to
the Texas
Department of State Health Services hotline at 1-888-777-5320.

Deputy Superintendent Jeff Bailey said, “The health of our students and
staff is the major concern of Plano ISD. We are making these decisions for
the well-being of our students, staff and families.”

Mr. Bailey added, “We appreciate the cooperation of our staff, parents and
community during this challenging time.”

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Swine Influenza (Flu)
Information
http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/?s_cid=swineFlu_outbreak_internal_001

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - Influenza (Flu) Information
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/habits.htm?s_cid=swineFlu_outbreak_internal_003