Nova Scotia students are returning to virtual learning after the Christmas break.

Online education begins Jan. 10 while in-class instruction will get underway Jan. 17 to give school and public health officials time to prepare the buildings, students and staff for a safe return.

Regional Director at South Shore Regional Centre for Education Paul Ash says by now, students know what to expect from online learning.

“This isn’t new territory for us. We’ve learned a lot over the last two years in terms of online learning and other ways of engaging our students when they’re not in classrooms,” said Ash. “Obviously, we still believe that schools are safe and they’re the best place for our students to be.”

SSRCE Executive Director Paul Ash. Photo by Ed Halverson.

While students go online, schools will be sourcing three-ply masks and rapid tests, and the education department will work to improve communications with parents.

Air quality issues will also be addressed, and North Queens Community School in Caledonia is one of eight schools across the region which will install HEPA filters.

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