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.​

• 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.
• Everyone six months old and above is now able to get vaccinated against COVID-19. 
• ​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.
• Visit the gnb website for additional informaiton.

Mental Health

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

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

​​Respectful behaviour

• 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.​​