AMHERST COUNTY, Va. – An individual at Amherst Elementary Schools has been diagnosed with coronavirus on Wednesday, according to a notice that was sent by the school district. Amherst County Public Schools said that the elementary school will remain open at this time. According to school officials, anyone who has been potentially exposed will be contacted by the health department or the school district. The district didn’t say if the positive case was from a student or staff member.

AMHERST COUNTY, Va. – A student or staff member at Amherst Elementary School was diagnosed with COVID-19, school leaders announced on Monday. The person had direct exposure with others, according to school leaders. School leaders said representatives from the health department or the school district will contact anyone who was potentially exposed. School leaders reminded families to monitor their health, particularly for COVID-19 symptoms. For a list of COVID-19 cases in other area schools, click here.

Danville:A student at George Washington High School has tested positive for coronavirus. The student has been participating in virtual learning and has not been on school property since Aug. 20. A student at Grove Park Preschool who was last in the building on Nov. 24. A student at Galileo Magnet High School who was last in the building on Nov. 24. There is no exposure within the school district.