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Holy Name of Jesus Catholic School in Kansas City has canceled classes until September 2 due to a COVID-19 outbreak. The closure aims to allow for deep cleaning of facilities and ensure the health of students and staff. Administrators are prioritizing safety protocols as concerns about rising COVID-19 cases grow. The community remains hopeful for a safe return to classes after the Labor Day break, although the situation is being closely monitored by health officials.
Kansas City, Kansas – Holy Name of Jesus Catholic School has announced the cancellation of classes until Tuesday, September 2, due to a COVID-19 outbreak affecting the school community. The decision to close the school was communicated through social media, expressing hopes that the extra time will allow for adequate sanitization of facilities and the recovery of staff and students.
The closure comes after the school, which has been operating since 1901, began classes on August 13, 2025. Initially, the school was set to close only on Tuesday and Wednesday but had to extend this closure through Friday in response to the evolving health situation. During the closure, the administration is prioritizing efforts to deep clean all school facilities to ensure a safe return for everyone.
While the school did not disclose the specific number of students or faculty members affected by the COVID-19 outbreak, the health and safety of the school community remains a top concern for administrators and the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas. The Archdiocese has reinforced that all schools under its jurisdiction strictly adhere to established safety and health protocols to protect the well-being of students and staff.
In light of recent events, Dr. Dana Hawkinson, an infectious disease specialist, has raised concerns about the timing of the school’s closure so early in the academic year. He noted a slight increase in COVID-19 cases in the community, suggesting that families consider revising pandemic-era precautions, including maintaining proper hand hygiene to help mitigate the spread of the virus.
Despite the surge in cases, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and the Wyandotte County Health Department did not provide current COVID-19 related data for further analysis. The situation remains fluid, and health authorities continuously monitor the developments surrounding the outbreak.
The school community is hopeful classes will resume as planned after the Labor Day break, pending health evaluations and the condition of students and faculty. In the meantime, parents and guardians are encouraged to stay informed and adhere to health guidelines as the situation develops.
This event serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in settings where groups of children and staff gather. As schools resume operations, it is crucial for communities to remain vigilant and proactive in implementing safety measures to minimize the risk of outbreaks.
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