MADISON, Wis. — The Madison Metropolitan School District on Monday contacted families after they said a former Vel Philips Memorial High School student was diagnosed with active tuberculosis.
In a message to families, district officials said the student last attended Memorial High School in the spring of 2023. MMSD is working with Public Health Madison & Dane County to create a health and safety plan.
Officials said that, although it’s been some time since the student was in the building, PHMDC and district health services have conducted contract tracing and identified students and staff who might have been exposed.
District officials said those who were identified as close contacts have already been contacted regarding next steps.
“We understand the stress this can have on our community, and want to assure you that our health services staff and PHMDC are going above-and-beyond to prioritize the health and safety of our entire community,” Memorial High School Principal Matt Hendrickson said.