School and child care (COVID-19)
Students and staff are required to self-screen every day before attending school or work.
- COVID-19 screening tool for students and children in school and child care screening - Ontario Ministry of Health
- COVID-19 screening tool for schools and child care settings - Ontario Ministry of Health
- School and child care screening tool - KFL&A Public Health
- School and child care guidance for children or students with symptoms of illness - KFL&A Public Health
School FAQs
What should I do if my student has symptoms of illness? |
Anyone who is feeling sick or has any new or worsening symptoms of illness should stay home when sick and seek assessment from their regular health care provider if required. Staying home when sick means:
For 10 days following symptom onset or positive test (whichever is earlier or applicable) they should follow these additional precautions:
Follow instructions outlined in the Student with symptoms of illness letter - KFL&A Public Health |
What should household and close contacts do? |
If you live with or have had close contact with someone who has symptoms of any infectious respiratory illness, or has tested positive for COVID-19, it is recommended that you take these additional precautions for 10 days from your last exposure:
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What health and safety measures remain in place? |
Students should:
Schools will:
Face coverings:
When masks should be worn:
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Resources to support students transitioning back to school and beyond |
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What is the proper hand washing technique? |
How to wash your hands
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How can families help prevent the spread of COVID-19? |
Families can take an active role in preventing and controlling the spread of COVID-19 by:
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Resources
Public Health Ontario
- COVID-19 - Schools and Related Settings
- How to self-isolate
- Self-isolation: Guide for Caregivers, Household Members and Close Contacts
Government of Ontario
Additional resources
- Tri-board COVID-19 Transportation Guidelines – Tri-Board Student Transportation Consortium