The Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) is in close contact with public health officials through the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development. We are following their guidance and advice to prepare and respond to COVID-19. Currently, our focus is on prevention and preparation.
Please access the SRCE Learning @ Home page for learning and curriculum sites for students, families and teachers.
The SRCE is communicating regularly with families as the international situation evolves. All messages to families can be found below.
Messages to Families
May 4, 2020 - Schools and Licenced Child Care to Remain Closed Until May 22, 2020
April 28, 2020 - Schools and Licenced Child Care to Remain Closed Until After May Long Weekend (Department of Education and Early Childhood Development News Release)
March 20, 2020 - SRCE COVID-19 Update to Students and Families
March 17, 2020 - SRCE Regional Office Visitor Restrictions
March 13, 2020 - Notice Regarding the Cancellation of Community Use of Schools
March 13, 2020 - Letter to Students, Staff and Families (Re: New Travel Protocols for Teachers, Students, Staff)
March 11, 2020 - Letter to Families (Re: Information and Updates on COVID-19 - Hand Washing Guide and Fact Sheet)
March 4, 2020 - Letter to Families (Re: Cancellation of School-Organized Student Trips to International Destinations)
February 28, 2020 - Letter to Families (Re: School-Student Travel and the Coronoavirus)
February 10, 2020 - Information About Coronavirus from Chief Medical Officer of Health
Documents
Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Fact Sheet for Individuals and Families
Coping with COVID-19 (Nova Scotia Health Authority)
Information and Updates
Find accurate and up-to-date information on COVID-19, including when to seek help at:
- Province of Nova Scotia: novascotia.ca/coronavirus/
- Government of Canada: www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection.html
- Public Health Agency of Canada: Coronavirus Information Line – 1-833-784-4397
Additional Resources
- Government of Canada toll-free information line 1-833-784-4397
- The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll free)
- Kids Help Phone is available 24/7, by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)
- Mental Health and Well-Being Resources at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/mental-health/.
