SALAMANCA, N.Y. — Out of an abundance of caution, after-school activities were canceled for Wednesday and in-person classes Thursday and Friday in the Salamanca City School District.
School leaders say they are monitoring a number of possible COVID-19 exposures among their students and staff. However, the Cattaraugus County Health Department confirms there are no positive first contact diagnoses at this time.
"There has been an uptick in Cattaraugus County so I think that may factor into it a little bit, as to why this is more of a reaction and a proactive approach rather than waiting for things to call in place," Superintendent Robert Breidenstein told 2 On Your Side.
All schools in the district will be virtual-only Thursday and Friday and after school activities are canceled on those days as well. This will allow buildings and ground staff to do a thorough cleaning of all buildings.
Temporary meals will be available for pick-up at the high school only Thursday. More information about when parents can pick up meals can be found on the district website.
The district says while they can report no positive cases, they are being proactive to ensure maximum safety of the school community.
"We'll keep everyone well by keeping them informed and I would rather overreact than not react," added Breidenstein.
Updates will be posted on the district's website and Facebook page.