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With the World Health Organization declaring the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak a pandemic, these are the measures the North East School Division is endeavoring to put in place to address this public health situation. Please check the NESD website regularly for updates.

North East School Division takes its direction from the Saskatchewan Health Authority, and division staff have received regular updates on the situation. As of today (March 13) public health officials state the risk remains low. 

Schools are asked to review hygiene practices with students and have shared posters highlighting proper hand washing for posting in all bathrooms. These posters and other hygiene information can be accessed at www.germsmart.ca.

Parents and guardians are being asked to review the following hygiene practices with children:

• Practice proper coughing and sneezing etiquette (into the bend of your elbow);
• Wash your hands often with soap and water; if soap and water are not available, use an alcohol- based hand sanitizer;
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands;
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick; and,
• Don't share water bottles, band instruments, eating utensils, electronic devices, ear pods or food,

As always, if a child is sick, parents and guardians are asked to keep the child home from school. Individuals who have travelled out of Canada should follow the most recent self-monitor or self-quarantine directions of the SHA upon returning to Canada. Individuals who may have concerns about their health can call the provincial HealthLine at 811 for advice and support. Information and updates regarding COVID-19 are available on www.saskatchewan.ca/coronavirus