Runge Independent School District in Texas has temporarily closed its campuses after several staff members tested positive for COVID-19. The district's COVID-19 tracker reported 10 "active cases" among staff. Superintendent Hector Dominguez Jr. sent a letter to parents to notify them of the closures.

The closure comes as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise in Texas. According to the state's health department, there have been over 900,000 confirmed cases of the virus in Texas, with over 18,000 deaths.

The decision to close the campuses was made in order to prevent further spread of the virus within the school community. Runge ISD is working closely with local health officials to conduct contact tracing and ensure the safety of students and staff.

During the closure, students will transition to remote learning and all extracurricular activities will be suspended. The district will thoroughly clean and disinfect the affected areas before reopening the campuses.

Parents and guardians are urged to monitor their children for any symptoms of COVID-19 and to contact their healthcare provider if they develop symptoms or have been in close contact with a confirmed case.

The district has not announced a reopening date but will continue to provide updates to parents and the community as more information becomes available.