Northumberland Hills Public School in Castleton Taking Conservative Approach Following Case of COVID-19

In Editor Choice, Local
The principal of Northumberland Hills Public School in Castleton sent a e-mail to parents, guardians and staff of the school regarding a confirmed case of COVID-19 at the school.
Principal Stephen Koshurba said the school is taking a more “conservative approach for contact management” by switching the school to close the school for in-person learning effective immediately and switching to virtual learning for the rest of the week.
Update: The HKPR District Health Unit would not state if the individual was a student or staff member
Following is the letter from the principal:
Dear Parents, Guardians and Staff,
The Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPRDHU) has notified us of a case of COVID-19 at our school.
The identity of the individual is protected by privacy legislation and will not be shared.
We wish them a full and speedy recovery.
Evolving considerations related to the new COVID-19 variant of concern have prompted a more conservative approach for contact management.
Out of an abundance of caution, the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board has made the decision, in consultation with HKPRDHU, to close the school to in-person learning effective immediately.
All students will transition to virtual learning for the rest of the week.
Classroom teachers will contact families with further directions. On behalf of HKPRDHU, we have notified all identified close contacts with a separate notice to advise them of next steps.
HKPRDHU is recommending that all staff and students with possible COVID-19 symptoms get tested to identify any additional cases in the school.
Visit HKPR.on.ca for more information.
If symptoms develop, self-isolate and get tested as soon as possible.
COVID-19 symptoms include fever (temperature of 37.8 degrees Celsius or greater), chills, new or worsening cough, shortness of breath, changes to taste or smell.
Children under 18 may also experience nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea.
Adults over 18 may experience symptoms of fatigue (generally feeling unwell or tired), or muscle aches and pain.
For COVID-19 information in different languages, please click here. We will let families know of any further developments.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely, Stephen Koshurba Principal
Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

Join Our Newsletter!

Want to keep up to date on news and events in Northumberland? Subscribe to newsletter!

You may also read!

Belleville Police Service – Man Arrested in Child Luring Investigation (Name Released)

On Friday, July 4th, 2025, members from the Belleville Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE) and Emergency Response

Read More...

Breaking Ground on CFB Trenton’s New Strategic Tanker Transport Capability

On Monday, July 7, 2025, the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, participated in a groundbreaking ceremony at

Read More...

Ontario Police Leaders Launch Answer the Call Campaign to Recruit the Next Generation of Officers

New provincewide effort aims to modernize recruitment and address urgent staffing shortages On Monday, July 7, 2025, Ontario’s police leadership

Read More...

Mobile Sliding Menu