Please click on the below links for our most current information regarding COVID-19
General Information
Health Information
Updates from RETSD & The Province
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information
Resources
FAQ
GENERAL INFORMATION
We understand there may be some concerns regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19) and its impact in River East Transcona School Division. On this page, you'll find all available information, which will be updated as the situation evolves.
HEALTH INFORMATION
Specific health concerns should be directed to your family physician or by calling the WRHA Health Links line at (204) 788-8200 or 1-888-315-9257 (toll-free).
As a precaution, here are some ways to stop the spread of germs and reduce the risk of infection:
- Wash your hands frequently with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds
- Cough or sneeze into your elbow
- Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer if handwashing with soap is not possible
- If you feel ill, stay home
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COVID-19 Screening Tool
River East Transcona School Division also has the following policy with tips and information on keeping our schools, staff, and students healthy.
UPDATES FROM RETSD & THE PROVINCE
Letter from Manitoba Education (March 13, 2020)
RETSD Update #1 (March 13, 2020)
RETSD Update #2 (March 16, 2020)
Letter to RETSD Families from The Board (March 20, 2020)
RETSD Update #3 (March 20, 2020)
Message from Superintendent/CEO Kelly Barkman to RETSD Staff (March 27, 2020)
Letter from Minister of Education (March 31, 2020)
Postponement of School Immunization Program
Early Years Update (April 24, 2020)
Middle Years Update (April 24, 2020)
Senior Years Update (April 27, 2020)
Letter to Parents/Guardians (June 26, 2020)
Letter to Parents/Guardians (July 9, 2020)
Weekly Summer Update 1—Thoughtexchange
Weekly Summer Update 2—Transportation Survey
Weekly Summer Update 3—Schedules & Transportation
Weekly Summer Update 4—Manitoba School Re-opening Plan Announced
Weekly Summer Update 5—Division & School Plan Timelines
Manitoba Guidelines for Transportation to Schools
Restoring Safe Schools: COVID-19 Education Plan (MB Education, Sept. 2, 2020)
Restoring Safe Schools: Parent Fact Sheet (MB Education, Sept. 2, 2020)
Letter to Parents/Guardians (Sept. 4, 2020)
Letter to Parents/Guardians (Sept. 11, 2020)
Letter to Parents/Guardians (Sept. 21, 2020)
Letter to Parents/Guardians (Oct. 22, 2020)
Letter to Parents/Guardians (Oct. 30, 2020)
Sick Guidelines (Updated Nov. 9, 2020)
Manitoba Education COVID-19 Bulletin #1 (Nov. 13, 2020)
Manitoba Education COVID-19 Bulletin #2 (Nov. 16, 2020)
Letter to Parents/Guardians (Jan. 15, 2021)
Welcoming Students Back, 2020–21 Information for Parents & Community (Updated Jan. 22, 2021)
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) INFORMATION