COVID-19
Protocols and Procedures
Currently, the BC Government has lifted most COVID 19 related restrictions and mandates. We continue to monitor the situation and are ready to act swiftly if and when needed. Staff and students are not required to wear masks at school, but are welcome to do so if they choose. Our school nurse continues to monitor student health and wellness, and has access to rapid testing kits if she needs them.
Our Promise
Brookes Westshore is committed to providing:
• A school environment which is purposely adjusted to limit the spread of COVID-19 and is safe for all students, teachers and staff.
• The continuation of learning and support for educational development of all students in an environment which is physical and emotionally safe and inspires learning.
• An environment where students, teachers and staff are supported in mental health challenges during this pandemic.
• Resources and procedures to ensure all understand and can implement the protocols and procedures developed by the BC government and have a clear understanding of their responsibilities and expectations to follow these guidelines.
• Regular and effective communication with staff, students and parents with current updates provided by the BC Public Health Officer and Worksafe BC.
Please note that all schools in BC must adhere to their relevant Health Authority’s guidelines on Covid-19. In the event of a positive COVID-19 test for someone in our school community, The Island Health Authority (IHA) will use contact tracing to determine whether any member of our school community is at risk. IHA will connect directly with any individuals who may have been exposed providing them with further instructions. IHA will also instruct the school on what actions we are to take. If you are contacted by the health authority, please follow their advice carefully. As ever, the safety and well-being of our students, families and staff remains our highest priority.
Please see our latest COVID 19 Safety Plan here: BW COVID 19 Plan 2022
COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Over the last year we have been successful in keeping our school free of COVID-19 infections. We will continue to be vigilant and work hard.
This document provides you with an overview of how we will continue to educate your children while ensuring we maintain a safe and healthy environment for all our students, families and staff.
We have been working very closely with the Ministries of Education and Health to ensure we understand and meet their expectations. As the pandemic is not over, we fully expect further refinements and changes in protocols.
We remain committed to providing the best educational experience we possibly can for our students. Thank you for your patience and understanding at this challenging time. We hope you are safe and healthy.
Quick Links
- BC Centre for Disease Control Schools
- The Province of BC COVID-19 Immunization Plan
- COVID-19 Safety & BC Schools: What we know so far
- COVID-19 Variants
- BC Ministry Guidelines
- Guidance for K-12 School Settings
- BC Cleaning Guidelines
- BC Center for Disease Control
- B.C.'s Back to School Plan
- Daily Health Check for Students
Wellness Tips
With so much happening and so much uncertainty in daily life, it’s normal to feel worried and overwhelmed. It’s important to look after mental health and well-being during COVID-19. Links to mental well-being resources for children, youth, parents and caregivers are available on the BCCDC Mental Well-being Page and Foundry BC offers support for youth 12-24 years old.
Brookes Westshore Covid-19 Updates
Update Archive
- Update 1: Coronavirus (COVID 19) and Protocols
- Update 2: eLearning and School Closure
- Update 3: Head of School Address
- Update 4: Government Directives Update
- Update 5: Covid-19 Procedures and Online Learning
- Update 6: Covid-19 Update
- Update 7: IB Exams and School Closure
- Update 8: Overview of Protocols at Brookes Westshore
- Update 9: Updated Protocols
- Update 10: New 'Learning Groups' at Brookes Westshore