With schools across the province and country shutting down due to the coronavirus, we spoke to the Assiniboine Community College Parkland Campus and Mountain View School Division to find out what their plans are.
Gabe Mercier, director of the Parkland Campus, says they have a plan for their students.
“At ACC Parkland Campus we are following the guidance from the head office in Brandon. If there is an issue we will not close, but will find alternative ways to deliver our programs, where there may not be face to face or group contact. ” He adds, “If there is a reason to close the doors of the building, programs will be delivered online in through Moodle for an example.”
Public health and other local authorities are guiding the Assiniboine Community College, including fulfilling responsibilities to institute community containment measures and infection control measures.
Social distancing strategies will begin being put in place, such as, avoiding greetings that involve touching such as handshakes, disinfecting frequently used surfaces, following public health advice related to self-monitoring and self-isolation if you have travelled or have been exposed to someone ill with the virus, and considering avoiding travel, crowded places and events, especially if you are at higher risk.
The MVSD is attending a Manitoba School Board Association conference. There is a meeting with superintendents as to the next steps and what will be occurring.
Stay tuned for the latest updates.
