On November 11th, 2020 MESC received notice from Maskwacis Health Services (MHS) there has been a confirmed case of COVID-19 at the Maskwacis Outreach School. We are working closely with MHS to define close contacts of the individual who tested positive within the school.
The health and safety of our students, staff and community is paramount. The following protocols have been enacted:
- The school is closed until November 20th to students and staff.
- Staff can return to work on Monday, November 23rd.
- Students can return to school on Tuesday, November 24th (Cohort 2) or Tuesday, December 1st (Cohort 1) .
Public health orders for self-isolation are mandatory, families contacted by MHS and/or AHS must follow their directions. The “MESC Guidelines to Manage a Positive COVID-19 Case” can be found on our website. Anyone experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 must stay home and complete the online self-assessment or call Health Link at 811.