Update: March 20

Hi everyone,

I miss seeing all the students' smiling faces at school! I hope you are all healthy and finding ways to enjoy spending this time at home with your family. 

Please continue to check the CBE website for updates and resources. CBE has shared some mental health supports and resources for families that can be found here: https://www.cbe.ab.ca/about-us/school-culture-and-environment/health-and-wellness-in-school/Pages/Positive-Mental-Health.aspx

The school will be closed for Spring Break as usual, from March 23-27. Staff will be available to respond to parent emails again beginning March 30. At this time, classes are still cancelled for after Spring Break, but please watch for any updates on the CBE website. Teachers will be working from home or school after the break, and we will have more clarity on what learning looks like after the break.

In the meantime, there are many resources available online right now for children with complex communication needs to support understanding around COVID-19, such as the following communication board. Also check out the PrAACtical AAC website for many more visuals and resources. There's also some information related to COVID-19 on the Autism Canada website.

I hope everyone is staying safe and healthy! Take care.