Twelve Schools In Washoe County Report Positive COVID-19 Cases

By KNPR News Staff

Published August 27, 2020 at 11:18 AM PDT

A Sparks elementary school has become the 12th school in Washoe County with a confirmed case of COVID-19.

The positive case was announced Wednesday.

County Health Officer Kevin Dick emphasized that children should not be attending school if they are awaiting test results.

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Washoe County schools opened last week with a hybrid schedule that combines in-class and distance learning. All Clark County students are taking classes remotely.

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