If your school is experiencing higher than usual rates of absenteeism please complete the absenteeism form. We will review the information and contact you only if we have any additional questions or concerns. You are not required to submit daily reports of increased absenteeism unless otherwise directed by public health
Encourage the individual to follow up with a health care provider, who may send them for lab testing. The lab will inform the Health Unit if the result is positive. The Health Unit will contact the school if any action is required.
To help prevent the spread of illness in your school, here are some resources:
- School and classroom supports on hand hygiene
- Lending Library resources