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Norwich Free Academy to switch to full remote learning until December 7

The Head of School said they reported five more cases Monday after reported seven positive cases last week.
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NORWICH, Conn. — The  Head of School Brian M. Kelly sent a letter out saying Norwich Free Academy will be moving to full remote learning on November 17 until at least Monday, December 7. 

Kelly cited that NFA reported five new COVID-19 positive tests this morning after reporting seven positive cases in the community last week. He said in a statement that read in part, " I don’t make this decision lightly, and it is made with one focus – the continued health and safety of our students, faculty and staff." 

It was also learned of an off-campus gathering where so far at least one area student has tested positive for COVID-19 and others have reported as symptomatic. 

Kelly added though the overall COVID-19 numbers have peaked since October, Norwich is still in a "red alert" COVID-19 status. According to Connecticut's COVID-19 Data tracker as of November 16, Norwich and many of the surrounding towns share a similar status. 

Grab and go meals will continue for students and can be picked up between 12 and 1 PM in the Bradlaw lot at the East Gate off of Joseph Perkins Road.  

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