COVID-19 continues to circulate in Manitoba, and all students, staff and family members should be self-monitoring for symptoms of COVID-19 every day. The following resources are available to direct families to information on COVID-19. Schools will communicate with families during times when increased transmission of COVID-19 is occurring.
Daily screening:
Monitor for symptoms of COVID-19 every day. If a child develop symptoms, they should isolate (stay at home) and not attend school, child care, or work. If they have an exposure to COVID-19, check the online screening tool for instructions on what to do.
If a child has symptoms:
- They should isolate (stay at home) and notify the school.
- See the testing website for information on rapid antigen tests below.
If parents or caregivers have questions or need advice:
- The online screening tool provides guidance for many different scenarios and may answer those questions: https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/.
- If there are further questions, please call Health Links – Info Santé at 204-788-8200 or toll-free at 1-888-315-9257.
