In a letter sent out to parents and families of Roberts Elementary School, Principal Michelle Crowell announced classes will be canceled again on Friday due to a continued Norovirus outbreak.

Classes at the Medford school were canceled on Thursday after 130 students called out sick with more staff and families saying they’ve experienced symptoms of a stomach bug.

In the letter sent out to families, Crowell said in part, “The Medford Board of Health & the Department of Public Health inspected the Roberts both yesterday and today, reporting that this is not related to any school or kitchen equipment. A professional company is currently performing a deep clean of the school today, which includes all classrooms, door knobs, kitchen equipment, and frequently touched surfaces. They will finish

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