JACKSONVILLE, Fla — Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry announced Monday that there will be four free COVID-19 rapid testing sites open to all Duval County Schools students.
Curry made the announcement during a news conference saying the rapid two-day testing is open to any student in Duval County schools, be they traditional public schools, charter schools or private schools.
Earlier this month, Curry and DCPS Superintendent Diana Greene held a joint press conference on Aug. 19 where they announced a partnership between the City of Jacksonville and the school district in terms of splitting the bill on a $1.5 million that would provide rapid testing.
"With free, rapid testing readily available throughout our community, we can better assist [Superintendent] Dr. Diana Greene and her outstanding staff in their continued commitment to keep students and faculty safe and healthy," Curry said.
“Our best defense against COVID-19 begins with keeping infected individuals home and not in schools. I want to remind families that while students are being tested, they need to stay home until they know their results. Having rapid testing and results will be a big help for students, families, and school staff...," Green said.
The sites are open Monday through Friday, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Students must bring a letter of verification from their school's administrator and be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Oceanway Senior Center
12215 Sago Ave. W. – 32218
Lane Wiley Senior Center
6710 Wiley Road – 32210
Leroy D. Clemons Senior Center
55 Jackson Ave. N. – 32220
Mandarin Senior Center
3848 Hartley Road – 32257