Although the Department has not provided us with a specific diagnosis – nor can they by law – they did convey that it was not bacterial meningitis and that our school community has no need to take any of the precautions for this much more serious case of meningitis. Because the Department of Health is not permitted to provide us with a specific diagnosis, we have included here a letter that pertains to the much less serious case of viral meningitis. Though this experience has created tension and worry, we made the decision to keep you informed fully so that everyone’s health might be protected. Thank you for the support that you have provided this weekend.