Vestavia Hills High School Student Tests Positive For Coronavirus

VESTAVIA HILLS, AL — A Vestavia Hills High School student has tested positive for coronavirus, according to Superintended Dr. Todd Freeman. The student was first exposed to the virus last week, after the closure of schools, Freeman said.

"We have been advised by JCDH that this student was first exposed to the virus last week, after the closure of schools," Freeman said in a statement Wednesday. "Out of an abundance of caution and our concern for your student and family, we are notifying you of this confirmed case of COVID-19."

Feeeman also said Vestavia Hills City Schools will remain closed next week. "Vestavia Hills High School was cleaned and disinfected last week, and additional rounds of cleaning will take place throughout the spring," he added.

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"Please continue to practice social distancing by remaining at home with your family unless it is absolutely necessary to leave," Freeman said. "When in public, maintain a six foot distance between yourself and others. Practice good hand washing and respiratory etiquette for coughs and sneezes. Should a family member develop symptoms, isolate this person from other members of your family and pets."