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04.12.2020 / 20:12

Another COVID-19 outbreak declared at school in Waterloo Region, 3rd in a week

COVID-19 outbreak has been declared at a school in the region, according to the Waterloo Region District School Board.On Thursday night, the board announced the latest outbreak at Elmira District Secondary School. COVID-19 outbreak declared at Cambridge elementary school It says a student in a cohort that was asked to isolate last week has tested positive for the coronavirus.The WRDSB says some additional students have been asked to isolate as a result of the new positive test but no other staff members have been affected.COVID-19 outbreaks were also declared at Clemens Mill Public School on Wednesday and William G.

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COVID-19 outbreak declared at Cambridge elementary school

Kitchener lounge fined for not following Ontario COVID-19 rules: Waterloo chair A class was dismissed and asked to isolate on Nov.

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COVID-19 outbreak declared at before and after school program in Waterloo Region

Global coronavirus cases pass 40 million as nations struggle with 2nd wave Provincial regulations state that schools must have two or more connected cases before an outbreak is declared, however, there are exceptions to that rule.Those include outbreaks connected with before- or after-care programs and school buses.The agency did not specify which school was connected but did connect it to the Waterloo Region District School Board.Global News has reached out to the board and Waterloo Public Health for more information on the latest school outbreak.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]There have been three other school outbreaks in Waterloo Region including Cardinal-Leger elementary school, JF

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WRDSB to hold virtual ceremonies for high school grads

COVID-19 outbreak declared at dental clinic in Waterloo Region The Waterloo Region District School Board announced that it will host a virtual Grad Night on Nov. 27 at 7 p.m.“During this unprecedented year, WRDSB central staff and secondary school administration have come together to develop a commencement celebration that recognizes our graduates in a safe and equitable manner,” the board said in a letter to parents.The WRDSB says it is still working on plans for the milestone night but notes that each celebration will be tailored for individual schools in the board.

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4th student at Kitchener high school tests positive for COVID-19

coronavirus, according to Waterloo Region District School Board.It has been announced that students at Huron Heights Secondary School tested positive last Thursday as well as on Saturday and Sunday. 17 new coronavirus cases reported in Waterloo Region, total cases climb to 1,796 There was also a positive test announced at the school involving a student on Sept.

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Waterloo Region District School Board date to change stream moved to Friday

Student at Kitchener high school tests positive for coronavirus Initially, parents had until Oct. 16 to pick which stream they would have their children in.In a letter to parents, the board said it was making the change to “ensure equity of opportunity for all families and students, and reduce disruptions in learning.” Waterloo Region active COVID-19 cases nearly double in a week If parents wish to adjust their children’s mode of learning, parents are to speak with their school’s principal.The next deadline to make a change will be Jan.

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Waterloo school staff member tests positive for coronavirus, school reopens after cleaning

Waterloo Region District School Board delays start of school year It says the staff member was last in the building on Sept. 3.“Facilities staff coordinated a cleaning crew to focus on common areas and touchpoints,” WRDSB spokesperson Alana Russell told Global News through email Tuesday morning.She says staff have returned to work at the school on Bernay Drive.There were no additional details provided about the individual who tested positive due to privacy concerns.The board says Public Health has investigated and does not believe there is a high risk of spread in this case.

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Tips for getting ready to go back to school in Waterloo Region

Waterloo Region District School Board announces staggered start for elementary classes “We expect that transition will be more challenging this year.

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Waterloo Catholic school board to stick with current mask plan for now

Waterloo public school board makes masks mandatory for all students “There is, however, a board meeting next Monday evening and it is possible that masks might arise as a point of discussion.”Current provincial guidelines require students in grades 4 and up to wear masks but the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) approved a motion Tuesday night that made masks mandatory for all students, including those in kindergarten to Grade 3.The motion includes exceptions for those who are unable to wear masks. Premier Doug Ford accuses Ontario teachers’ unions of ‘playing politics’ “Staff will work with and approach compliance among younger students with compassion and a focus on education.

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17% of Waterloo public elementary school children will stay home, board survey finds

Waterloo public board makes masks mandatory for all students The board says preliminary results show that 83 per cent of elementary kids will return to full-time learning in classrooms on a daily basis.That number jumps to 89 per cent for high schools kids who will only be in classrooms for 50 per cent of the time.The school board did tell parents they could always opt-in or opt-out at any time, though it may take a few days to adjust them to a different stream.The board also asked employees whether they would return this fall as well.

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Daycares in Waterloo public schools won’t open before July 6

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]“It’s really challenging to open child-care centres in a way that’s safe and healthy for everyone involved,” he stated.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0