According to a statement posted to the official Robertson County Schools Facebook page, <\/a>school officials have made the decision to close Robertson County Schools for multiple days due to a \u201csignificant increase\u201d in the number of students being sent home because of illness, which has led to \u201ca rise in absenteeism.\u201d<\/p>\nSchool officials said students falling ill specifically from influenza and strep throat \u201chas reached a concerning level.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cIn light of these developments and after careful consultation with our area health officials, we have made the decision to close Robertson County Schools from Thursday, January 15, through Friday, January 16,\u201d Superintendent Dr. Holbrook wrote in a statement.<\/p>\n
Officials said the district will implement non-traditional instruction (NTI) days 4\u20135.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe recognize the importance of maintaining educational continuity, and our staff will be available via ParentSquare and email to address any questions or concerns from parents and students during these NTI days,\u201d the statement reads.<\/p>\n
The district confirmed that custodians will use the time to \u201cconduct a deep sanitation of our classrooms, restrooms, cafeteria, and buses\u201d to \u201censure a safe and healthy environment for all upon our return.\u201d<\/p>\n
Parents are advised to sanitize any belongings of children who attended Robertson County Schools as a precaution.<\/p>\n
In-person instruction is expected to resume again on Tuesday, January 20, \u201cpending favorable weather conditions.\u201d<\/p>\n
Those with questions or concerns were asked to reach out to the school.<\/p>\n