COVID-19 Health and Safety Tips

Everyone has a role to play in helping students and staff stay healthy. This includes taking simple steps to reduce the spread of illnesses such as Covid-19, the flu, common colds and stomach bugs in our schools.

Healthy Habits

By following simple, healthy habits, you can help reduce the spread of germs in our school and community.

Tips

• When you cough or sneeze, turn your head and step away from others to give them space. Be sure to cover your mouth and nose with a tissue, cough into your elbow if you don’t have a tissue, and wash or sanitize your hands afterward.
• Wash or sanitize your hands frequently.
• Monitor for symptoms. If you have symptoms of Covid-19, we encourage you to get tested and follow Public Health’s advice available online. 
• Stay home if you’re sick. As with all communicable diseases, we ask that students and staff stay home until they have been fever-free for 24 hours with no diarrhea or vomiting for 48 hours without medication.
• Ensure your child is up-to-date on all immunization. Vaccination is the best way to prevent many serious illnesses, including Covid-19. Everyone six months old and above is now able to get vaccinated against Covid-19. If you haven’t been vaccinated or received a booster, you’re eligible. Book an appointment today.
• While not required for school attendance, we encourage individuals who choose to wear a mask, based on their level of risk or concern, to do so. 

Mental Health

Wellness and positive mental health are critical in supporting our students’ emotional, physical and academic success.

Tips

• Reach out to school guidance counsellors and teachers for support.
• Access mental health support options that are available outside of school hours.

Respectful behaviour

While families may have differing perspectives on Covid-19 safety, we ask that everyone be patient, kind, and respectful. We will continue to support our schools so they remain welcoming, supportive environments for everyone.

Tips

• Do your own risk assessment to determine how you, or those close to you, could be impacted by Covid-19 and take the appropriate precautions in your day-to-day life.
• Give others extra space if they need it, and be respectful if they choose to wear a mask. Everyone has different comfort and risk levels.
• Stay home if you’re sick. By not spreading viruses, you’re showing kindness and respect for your school community and helping your friends, family, teachers or coworkers stay healthy.