BONHAM, Texas — A school district in North Texas is closing for a week due to a high number of flu cases.

Bonham ISD officials said they are cancelling classes between Jan. 17 and Jan. 23 and will resume classes Jan. 24. 

In a statement posted on the Bonham ISD website, the district says “as the number of confirmed cases of influenza grows, it is important to increase health and safety protocols for each campus, including disinfection of all buses and spaces. Local health officials have recommended a full 7 days to stop the cycle of spreading influenza.”

The district also warns parents and students to take all health precautions and refrain from coming into contact with others.