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Schools are important places for children to learn and connect with others. Find resources for K-12 Schools and COVID-19.

Last updated - August 25, 2022

K-12 Schools and COVID-19

Visit the K-12 Schools and COVID-19 website for information about preventing the spread of COVID-19 and other communicable diseases for students and parents, school staff and school administrators.

Public Health Guidance for K-12 Schools

The Public Health Guidance for K-12 Schools outlines the prevention measures recommended to reduce the risk of communicable diseases including COVID-19.

Every school in B.C. has a communicable disease plan that details what they must do to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The plan includes multiple layers of protection. Students, staff, and others can take preventive actions to reduce the risk of COVID-19 and other communicable diseases in K-12 school settings.

Public Health Guidance for K-12 Schools (PDF) - Updated August 25, 2022

Report on K-12 Schools During the Pandemic

Report from Public Health: Impact of School Closures on Learning, Child and Family Well-Being During the COVID-19 Pandemic (PDF) - September 2020