A Warrenton High School cheerleader has tested positive for COVID-19, according to the R-III School District.

In a June 30 letter to parents and staff, Superintendent Dr. Gregg Klinginsmith said a cheerleader who attended practice on June 22 had since tested positive for the virus. Notification was provided by the Warren County Health Department, Klinginsmith said.

"All cheerleading activity will be canceled for the remainder of this week and next week. This student did not attend summer school," Klinginsmith said, adding that "our student who tested positive needs our love and support."

The school district also shared a message from the health department, which stated that anyone who attended the June 22 cheerleading practice should monitor themselves for symptoms until July 6. Symptoms of COVID-19 can include fever, cough, difficulty breathing or other flu-like symptoms, as well as possible loss of taste or smell.

Anyone with these symptoms is asked to seek testing from a medical provider or urgent care center, or by scheduling a free test at Compass Health in Warrenton. Compass can be contacted at 636-377-2434.

The health department later clarified that those who might have had contact with the student don't need to seek testing unless they themselves develop symptoms.

"We encourage everyone to continue to practice social distancing of at least 6 feet and to wear a mask in public when around others outside of your immediate household. COVID-19 is still spreading and in our community," the health department said.

For any questions, contact the Warren County Health Department Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., by calling 636-456-7474.