Pr. William Student Contracts Swine Flu

A student at a Prince William County elementary school has contracted swine flu and is recovering at home, the school system said Tuesday night.

They said West Gate Elementary School student will not return to class until cleared by a doctor. In the meantime, system officials said, they are in contact with health officials and are taking all appropriate measures to ensure the health of students and staff. Parents were asked to monitor their children closely.

School system officials said they would follow the situation closely to determine whether additional steps need to be taken.

Notification that the case had been confirmed was received Tuesday evening, officials said.

-- Martin Weil