Hazen High School closed for rest of week after student tests positive for coronavirus

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RENTON, Wash. — The Renton School District learned a student from Hazen High School tested positive for coronavirus Tuesday night, prompting officials to close the school for the rest of the week.

The district posted to its website Tuesday detailing plans to close Hazen High School through March 6. Public Health - Seattle & King County recommended closing Hazen High School for the remainder of the week while authorities determined who came in contact with the ill student.

The Renton School District said the infected student is recovering at home.

Health officials initially said Hazen High School should remain open regardless of coronavirus test results before changing its opinion.