In the latest message to Hamilton Southeastern (HSE) Schools families, COVID case numbers continue to rise, the mask mandate remains in place and the Fishers Health Department is providing special COVID testing for HSE students and staff.

According to the message from the school officials, due to schools being closed for Winter Break, there may be a slight increase in the COVID positive numbers as the week of January 3 through January 9 will include reports dating from December 28, 2021. However, the school district reports recording the highest number of COVID positive cases since tracking began.

“At this time, masks will continue to be required in our schools as the advisory level for Hamilton County is red,” HSE says in the message to parents. “You may review that metric by clicking here. Please be diligent in protecting yourself and others from COVID – and keep students home if they feel sick or show symptoms of illness.”

The Fishers Health Department is making available priority PCR COVID testing for HSE students and staff beginning on Monday, Jan. 10. Testing is voluntary and will take place at the existing drive-thru site located at 4 Municipal Drive.

Parents, guardians, and staff may visit the dedicated appointment website here to register for these prioritized testing appointments starting today.

The Fishers Health Department will also be expanding their testing site hours to accommodate before and after school appointments.

“HSE Schools continues to prioritize the health and safety of those in our school community, while doing our best to maintain “SIS” or students in school,” says the HSE message to parents. “This week, we have seen exemplary efforts to provide and/or maintain high-quality learning environments and services for our students that returned to school and commend all our staff for their dedication.”