Malden School Staffer Tests Positive For Coronavirus

MALDEN, MA — A staff member at a Malden public school has tested positive for the coronavirus, Superintendent John Oteri said. In a letter to families late Thursday, Oteri said an employee of the Linden STEAM Academy tested positive.

"The staff member followed protocol and informed us of their status so that we could take the proper precautions," Oteri wrote. "Out of an abundance of caution, we will be canceling in-person classes today at the Linden STEAM Academy."

The school will be closed for all activities, and lunch will be distributed outside.

"The health and safety of staff and students remains our top priority, and we will keep you informed with additional information as soon as it becomes available," Oteri wrote.

The Malden Public Schools welcomed back its highest needs students for in-person classes this week.