Parents and faculty members of Kamehameha Schools Bishop Estate received this letter informing them of a recent COVID-19 case on one of their campuses.
We learned that a Kamehameha Schools employee based at Kamehameha Schools Kapālama high school has tested positive for COVID-19. The employee is now in isolation, and contact tracing is underway to identify and follow up with all close contacts of the affected employee.
The KS COVID-19 Response Team (CRT) determined that this individual did not acquire the coronavirus from a KS employee or facility. We notified members of our staff who were deemed “close contacts” to quarantine and monitor any symptoms that may develop.
We thank the KS employee who immediately notified their supervisor of the results, as it allowed us to take immediate action against further spread of COVID-19. This is an extremely difficult time for all those impacted by this incident. We ask for your support in ensuring they are given the privacy and aloha they need to care for themselves and their ‘ohana. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
We understand this news could be unsettling to some and you may find it comforting to speak to someone. We encourage you to reach out to your family’s healthcare provider if needed.