Communication during COVID-19

You can follow updates on novel coronavirus (COVID-19) using a number of channels. As always, your school will be the primary source of information relating to COVID-19 and your specific school.

Health advice for our schools

The best way to protect yourself from COVID-19 is the same way you would protect yourself from catching flu or other respiratory illnesses.

1. Wash your hands

Clean your hands for at least 20 seconds with soap and water, or use an alcohol-based sanitiser with at least 60% alcohol.

• Helpful hygiene heroes Piper and Hunter are here to teach you how to wash your handsExternal link.

2. Cough etiquette

Cover your sneeze or cough with your elbow or with a tissue (and dispose of it immediately). Avoid close contact with people who are ill. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.

3. Stay home if you are sick

If your child is unwell with a respiratory illness they should remain at home until symptoms clear up.

Learning at home

The department has contingencies in place to deliver distance learning options using existing platforms and strategies. Our remote strategies are designed to enhance connections during these challenging times and ensure continued access to quality education.

Routine communication methods such as email, phone and social media will also keep students and families informed. Students in Year 11 and 12 will be given access to a range of additional teaching and learning resources.

For parents and carers, supporting their child to learn at home will be a new experience. We have developed a range of resources to support them to plan and monitor their child's learning throughout the day.

The safety and wellbeing of our teachers and students are our key priorities and our solutions will evolve around them.