South Portland High School goes remote following positive COVID-19 cases
Two individuals associated with South Portland High School and one associated with Kaler Elementary School tested positive for COVID-19.
Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto Published: 5:33 PM EST December 15, 2020 Updated: 5:33 PM EST December 15, 2020
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine South Portland High School will move to full distance learning Dec. 17 through Dec. 22 due to the impact positive COVID-19 cases has had on staff availability, Superintendent Ken Kunin said Tuesday.
In a letter written to South Portland schools staff, students, and families, Kunin announced three positive COVID-19 tests among individuals associated with South Portland High School and Kaler Elementary School.
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Holiday Fest and tree lighting held virtually
Various organizations and businesses helped to make the holiday event happen this year.
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The holiday lights at Mill Creek Park went up on Dec. 4 during a virtual event to celebrate the 2020 Holiday Fest.
Catherine Bart photo
Catherine Bart photo
SOUTH PORTLAND The annual Holiday Fest event took place virtually on Dec. 4, where viewers could watch the lighting of Mill Creek Park, decked out with festive decorations, from home.
Presented by the South Portland – Cape Elizabeth Community Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the city of South Portland, the event featured musical performances from South Portland students and presentations from community organizations and departments.