Hays Post
On just the second day of school, the discovery of bedbugs in a student book bag at Hays High School will lead to pest control treatments through the school over the weekend.
According to HHS Principal Marty Straub, the bedbugs were discovered Friday by the school nurse. The book bag was immediately double-bagged in plastic.
Straub said the parents of the student were made aware of the situation and are addressing it. The student also was sent home.
“This weekend, we will treat each room and adjacent area,” Straub said Friday afternoon.
An email was sent to all parents informing them of the situation.
“USD 489 has consulted with professionals regarding control measures and will implement appropriate actions to treat affected areas,” Straub said in that email.
Clarification: An earlier story regarding the incident incorrectly used the word “fumigation” when referring to pest control treatments. Hays Post apologizes for the error.