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ST. ANDREW'S COLLEGE
RETURN TO SCHOOL PLAN
2020-2022
Version 3
September 2021
TABLE OF CONTENTS
From the Head of School........................................................... 3
Return to School Highlights....................................................... 6
Campus Mitigation Strategies.................................................... 8
Mandatory Vaccination Policy................................................... 10
FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
Health Centre......................................................................... 12 Dear Parents, guidelines, and protocols we are undertaking to for physical distancing. We will also maximize
ensure a safe campus. All areas of our campus our outdoor space during the warmer months by
Suspected or Confirmed COVID-19 Case Protocols..................... 13 We are incredibly excited to welcome all students and your son's St. Andrew's experience has creating outdoor classrooms, providing barbecue
to St. Andrew’s College this fall. Our top priorities been scrutinized for COVID-19 related risks. We lunches, and additional outdoor seating.
Academics............................................................................. 14
remain the health and safety of our students, have found positive ways to adjust our offerings
School Uniform...................................................................... 16 staff, faculty, and all the families associated with to maximize student health and safety. We On a positive note, self-isolation requirements
the Andrean community. will continue to work with local public health have changed for fully-vaccinated individuals.
Masking................................................................................. 16 authorities and follow established best practices Students deemed a close contact and who do not
The Return to School Plan for 2021-2022 takes from the Ministries of Health and Education. have symptoms of COVID-19 will be allowed to
Campus Life........................................................................... 16 into consideration guidelines and commentary continue in-person learning. Students ineligible
set forth from Toronto’s world-renowned Hospital As government restrictions regarding COVID-19 to be vaccinated will be required to isolate for 10
Athletics................................................................................ 17 for Sick Children (SickKids), the Ministry of are adjusted, it will be necessary for us to adapt days following their last exposure to the positive
Education, the Canadian Accredited Independent our plan. Any changes to our protocols will be case. In cases where an ineligible individual
Student & Campus Movement.................................................. 18 Schools (CAIS), and the Conference of communicated to you promptly, through our cannot attend school due to COVID-19, SACFlex
Independent Schools (CIS) of Ontario on a safe weekly Friday parent newsletter, A Look Ahead. will be available. In the event the school is
Day Student Changes.............................................................. 18 return to school. All of these entities believe it is All assumptions in this document are based on required to close due to a lockdown, all students
Boarding Student Changes...................................................... 19 vitally important for children to participate in in- what we know today – September 3, 2021. will migrate to SACFlex.
class instruction, and we couldn’t agree more.
Food Services......................................................................... 20 St. Andrew’s College now as a Mandatory Every one of us at St. Andrew’s wants your son to
The administrative and leadership teams of Vaccination Policy for students, staff, and visitors. have a safe, healthy, and great year. See you in
Arts Programming................................................................... 21 the School have spent countless hours working All staff are fully immunized against COVID-19 September!
through our new COVID-19 mitigation strategies. and student vaccination declarations are coming
Parents & Visitors................................................................... 21 Being 18 months into this pandemic, it is in rapidly. All eligible community members will be
now clear that we will be living with this virus expected to be fully vaccinated by November 15,
Student Life/Clubs.................................................................. 21 for the foreseeable future. We will ensure the 2021. All collected vaccine receipts will be stored
health and safety of our students and staff, securely and will remain private. Kevin R. McHenry
Conclusion............................................................................. 21 but we will also forge ahead and increase Head of School
activities and opportunities for our students. The We will be able to care, as we always have, for our
Appendix A............................................................................ 22
recommendations set forth by the Ministry of students on campus, offering a myriad of growth
Key Contacts.......................................................................... 24 Education were the driving factor in creating our opportunities, both academic and co-curricular,
updated policies for 2021-2022. while being vigilant with our health and safety
protocols.
Still, as an independent school, we have some
freedom in setting policies related to timetabling, At 126 acres, our campus is larger than most,
extra-curriculars, field trips, and so forth. What and we have ample outdoor and indoor spaces. If
we cannot compromise on are the public health you do the math, each student has 769 square
measures required for all schools and workplaces. metres of campus space! Our small class sizes
and many large classrooms mean each student
Enclosed you will find the mitigation strategies, will be afforded more than enough space to allow
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RETURN
Health and safety are the #1 priorities TO SCHOOL Directional signage in place
HIGHLIGHTS
Increased personal hygiene expected Outdoor sessions to occur when suitable
SAC Casual Dress until October 8, 2021 All parent and visitor meetings to take place virtually
ENHANCED CLEANING AND DISINFECTING ON CAMPUS Ongoing communication as COVID-19 is rapidly changing
All students & employees required to wear medical-grade masks inside school buildings Daily health screenings for all students and employees each morning
Students will be on campus every day, and all programs safely running Students to be supported in all learning scenarios: in-person, online, or hybrid
PHYSICAL DISTANCING where possible Staggered meal times for students, and take-out for staff
Designated, short-term isolation rooms for non-local boarding students who cannot return home or go to their guardian Middle School students in homeroom with rotating teachers (except for specialty learning spaces)
ONSITE COVID-19 TESTING FACILITY FOR STUDENTS AND EMPLOYEES All parents and visitors must be fully vaccinated to enter a school building
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PHYSICAL DISTANCING PPE (PERSONAL
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT)
Create a culture of physical distancing
Medical-grade masks required inside
Greatly reduced numbers in chapel school buildings and outside when physical
distancing cannot be maintained
Visible spacing markers and signage
Increased use of PPE for critical
Restructure large gatherings areas of the School such as
Adjust boarding house
CAMPUS the Health Centre and
laundry/housekeeping
protocols and access MITIGATION ADMINISTRATIVE
STRATEGIES CONTROLS
Reduce campus density
GENERAL HYGIENE Daily health checks
Frequent handwashing/sanitizing Campus protocols on entry for day students,
staff, and essential visitors
Coughing/sneezing etiquette
Changes to Health Centre protocols as required
Avoid sharing food/drinks by public health authorities
Avoid touching face Access to online learning when needed
Proper diet, sleep, and general wellness COVID-19 testing when necessary
Stay home when feeling ill Athletic delivery modifications
Easy access to hand sanitizers Contact tracing
processes
Modifications to student ENGINEERING
dress code CONTROLS
SANITIZATION In key areas, erect physical
AROUND CAMPUS barriers such as plexiglass
Increased cleaning of high-touch Food Services to prepare plated
surfaces, such as door handles, railings, and takeout meals
desks, eating areas, and washrooms
Reduce density by removing some
Enhanced laundry/housekeeping protocols furniture from common spaces
Install air purification systems
in common areas, where required
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MANDATORY VACCINATION Safe and reliable vaccines are an important tool to help stop
the spread of COVID-19, build immunity in Ontario, and
presents to the public, and the nature of boarding, if an
Eligible Student will not be vaccinated because of a protected
or creed, including a letter of support from a religious leader or
community.
POLICY protect our communities. As a school, we have a heightened
responsibility to ensure we are doing everything we can to
ground under the Code, their parent/guardian must request
an accommodation or exemption which falls under one of the Process to Receive an Accommodation
protect our students, staff, their families, and the surrounding following two categories: 1. The parent/guardian of the student who seeks an
Purpose community. Due to the fact that the unique nature of in- accommodation, including an exemption, is required to complete
At St. Andrew’s College (the “School”), we are committed person learning involves close contact with other students and 1. Medical Condition; or a COVID-19 Vaccination Accommodation/Exemption Request
to providing and maintaining a safe school and boarding staff members, the School has determined that vaccination 2. Statement of Conscience or Religious/Creed. Form.
environment for all. Consistent with this commitment, the of students born in 2009 or earlier is mandatory, with certain 2. The parent/guardian of the student must provide the
School has established this Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination accommodations and/or exemptions, as set out in the Policy. Medical Condition Exemption completed Accommodation/Exemption Request Form to the
Policy (the “Policy”) for the 2021-2022 school year. The Policy A parent/guardian who is requesting an exemption from this School’s Director of Health Services, Erin Humphreys, with
requires that, in accordance with the terms set forth below, all Scope Policy on the basis of a medical condition must provide supporting documentation.
eligible students born in 2009 or earlier (as defined in “Scope” This Policy applies to all students who will be attending in- the School with a letter from a medical practitioner, clearly 3. The Director of Health Services will consult with the Kevin
below) be vaccinated for COVID-19 or obtain an approved person at the School for the 2021-2022 school year and stating the reason why the student should be exempted from McHenry, Head of School, and other appropriate school
accommodation or exemption. that are eligible to receive a COVID-19 Vaccination (“Eligible receiving the vaccine. This letter must be provided to the personnel to determine whether the accommodation, including
Students”). School prior to September 9, 2021. an exemption, will be granted based on the accommodation
The School has established this Policy, considering reliable process set out below. If additional information is required from
scientific evidence, government guidance, protocols and Timing Statement of Conscience or Religious/Creed Exemption the student, the Director of Health Services or her designate will
requirements, and relevant human rights legislation. The School All Eligible Students must be fully immunized by October 18, The Ontario Human Rights Tribunal defines religion as “the follow up.
may update this Policy from time to time when necessary. Any 2021. If required, assistance will be provided by school staff practices, beliefs and observances that are part of a faith 4. The Director of Health Services will confirm receipt of the
updates to this Policy will be shared in the School’s weekly A with booking an Eligible Student’s vaccination. or religion. It does not include personal moral, ethical or Accommodation/Exemption Request Form. An original copy of
Look Ahead newsletter. political views.” Creed is more broadly defined, however, has the form will be securely stored at the School.
Proof of Vaccination limitations. The following characteristics are relevant when
Background Prior to the commencement date of school, Eligible Students considering if a belief system is a creed under the Code. A The accommodation process is a shared responsibility. All parties
The objective underlying this Policy is to provide a healthy and must produce proof of vaccination. Proof can be in the form of creed: should co-operatively engage in the process, share information,
safe school and boarding environment for students and staff a copy of the proof of vaccination given at the time of receiving and consider potential accommodation solutions. Parents/
and safeguard the broader communities in which they live. vaccination, or a letter from a medical practitioner, confirming • is sincerely, freely, and deeply held; Guardians of students who are requesting an accommodation are
the student has been vaccinated. The School will recognize • is integrally linked to a person’s self-definition and spiritual required to:
The COVID-19 Science Advisory Table reports that as of August proof of vaccination from a student’s home country, or another fulfilment;
5, 2021, 90.4 per cent of the new cases in the province country where the student received their vaccination. • is a particular, comprehensive, and overarching system of • make the accommodation needs known to the best of their
are the Delta variant. It states that the Delta variant is more belief that governs one’s conduct and practices; ability, preferably in writing, in a timely manner;
transmissible and may be more dangerous than other variants The School will only collect, use, and disclose information • addresses ultimate questions of human existence, including • answer reasonable questions or provide information about
of COVID-19, including the Alpha variant. The Delta variant is regarding a student’s vaccination status in accordance with ideas about life, purpose, death, and the existence or non- relevant restrictions or limitations, including information from
the dominant form of the virus in Ontario (in August 20210). its Privacy Policy and all applicable privacy laws. Proof of existence of a creator and/or a higher or different order of health care professionals;
Medical experts warn that as the Delta variant increases vaccination will be kept in a confidential file, stored in a secure existence; • take part in discussions about possible accommodation
significantly in Ontario, unvaccinated populations remain most location. • has some “nexus” or connection to an organization or solutions;
vulnerable. community that professes a shared system of belief. • co-operate with any experts whose assistance is required to
Exemptions manage the accommodation process;
The Government of Canada has currently approved the Pfizer- The School recognizes its duties and responsibilities under There is no requirement under the Code to accommodate a • meet agreed-upon performance standards and requirements
BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for individuals born in 2009 or the Ontario Human Rights Code (the “Code”). If a student is refusal to be vaccinated arising from a political belief and/or once accommodation is provided; and
earlier. In a report dated May 3, 2021, the National Advisory unable to be vaccinated, due to a protected ground, as defined principles. Political belief, such as the objection to receiving • work with school administration on an ongoing basis to manage
Committee on Immunization (NACI) stated that in clinical by the Code, the School has a duty to accommodate to a point the vaccination on a principled basis, is not a protected the accommodation process.
trials, all approved COVID-19 vaccines are efficacious in the of undue hardship. ground under the Code.
short term against symptomatic, confirmed COVID-19 disease. Depending on learning and teaching considerations, possible
Studies are ongoing on whether the vaccine is effective in However, this duty to accommodate must be balanced against A parent/guardian of a student may apply for an exemption, accommodations may include enhanced masking protocols, face
reducing the transmission of COVID-19 to others. the School’s obligations to protect the health and safety of due to religious belief or creed. The School reserves the right shields, physical distancing, and/or regular testing.
students and staff. Due to the serious health threat COVID-19 to ask for materials in support of the student’s religious belief
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HEALTH CENTRE SUSPECTED OR CONFIRMED
The Health Centre is our foundation for student wellness and recovery. Our COVID-19 CASE PROTOCOLS
professional and empathetic healthcare team consists of one doctor, three
nurses, one counsellor, and a school-wide Circle of Care team to support mental, If a student shows symptoms of COVID-19, they will be monitored, isolated, and
physical, social, and emotional well-being. Additionally, all faculty and staff tested onsite. Our Health Centre has been successful in its application to become
members are trained in delivering first aid. a testing facility explicitly dedicated to our students, faculty, and staff. Should the
test be negative, the student may return to regular activities.
Students can find support and access to the Health Centre 24 hours a day, seven
days a week. If, however, we have a confirmed case of COVID-19 in our student community,
the Director of Health & Wellness will immediately contact the student's parents,
Head of School, and York Region Public Health. A team of staff will immediately
Mitigation Strategies complete contact tracing and submit lists to York Region Public Health and inform
Continuous and age-appropriate personal hygiene practices to be reviewed with students and their parents.
students and staff
Ongoing education regarding the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of COVID-19 Fully vaccinated students who are exposed to COVID-19 will be permitted to attend
Review daily student health checks school. They are expected to get a PCR test and closely monitor their symptoms for
Director of Health & Wellness or onsite doctor to identify and engage additional ten days after their last exposure to the positive case.
healthcare professionals as necessary
Students who contract COVID-19 will be expected to return home or to their
Our Health Centre team has experience with infectious disease outbreaks, and guardian's home for self-isolation. This strategy will keep us from reaching our
the School’s processes have been tested during the 2009 H1N1 and 2003 SARS Health Centre's maximum capacity, which ultimately allows us to keep school doors
outbreaks. Given the unique challenges for COVID-19, the St. Andrew’s Pandemic open.
Plan was updated accordingly.
We have designated isolation rooms to accommodate short-term isolation and those
Our COVID-19 pandemic plan includes the following: students who absolutely cannot return home or to the home of their guardian.
• Protocols for symptomatic students and employees including testing and
contact tracing The student's boarding room and/or locker and any other areas the student
• Immediate communication with parents and health authorities frequented will be cleaned and disinfected immediately, including all items used
• Staffed isolation wards for potential 14-day isolation by the student and all surfaces within two metres. As directed by the Ministry of
• Clear protocols for students and employees to return to regular activities once Education, janitorial staff will use disposable cleaning and disinfecting equipment
cleared by health authorities where possible to limit cross-contamination. All items that cannot be cleaned, such
as paper and books, will be packed and placed in a sealed container for a minimum
Isolation & Testing of seven days.
Students experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 will be required to stay home and
get a COVID-19 test before returning to campus. Boarding students will be put Any student ineligible to be vaccinated who is expected to self-isolate will be
into an isolation room until their test result is returned. As per Ontario Public supported through our online learning program, SACFlex.
Health guidelines, students and staff will be subject to testing should they have
any of the following symptoms: Should you have any questions about our Health Centre, please contact Mrs. Erin
Humphreys, Director of Health & Wellness.
• new or worsening cough
• shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• temperature equal to or over 38°C
• new loss of smell or taste
• gastrointestinal symptoms (abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting)
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ACADEMICS Schedule Modifications
Adjustments have been made to the school schedule to accommodate our
mitigation strategies. Students will follow the in-person school schedules
St. Andrew's expects full, in-class instruction during the 2021-2022 school year. The as posted in Edsby.
requirement for physical distancing will mean prioritizing class size to classroom space
over individual subject areas located in the same space. Our typical collaborative pods Faculty and staff will continue to provide a wide variety of on-campus
(groups of desks and tables) will not be permitted and unnecessary classroom furniture mandatory wellness, co-curricular, academic support, and innovative
will be removed to allow for maximum space. Our teachers are gifted facilitators, and they programming, including Arts/Co-Curricular Plus (ACPlus), leadership and
will implement a variety of tools to ensure collaborative work continues while maintaining other club and council meetings, music, advisory, sports, and fitness
physical distance between students. We have also modified our daily schedule to avoid activities. Students will be divided into small groups for each activity and
student traffic volumes outside of class time and to facilitate the work of the Food Services will abide by the physical distancing rules.
team in delivering lunches.
Faculty professional development will continue to take place as per the
Mitigation Strategies in-person schedule.
Increased physical separation between students and teachers COVID-19 Learning Protocol
Removal of some classroom furniture to maximize space and avoid congestion We were incredibly successful in migrating our in-person program
Controlled in-class movement online. Students remained engaged in daily academics, fitness, and co-
After each class, high-touch surfaces will be cleaned and disinfected curriculars, participated in weekly house challenges and meetings, virtual
Maximize outdoor learning and teaching spaces community service, and so much more. The program allowed students to
remain connected to each other and the home base of the St. Andrew’s
campus no matter their geographical location. See Appendix A on page 22
Course Design & Class Attendance for more information on our online learning program, SACFlex.
Upper School timetables will be based on each student’s course selections and recommendations of
academic administration and the University Counselling office. Students in the Middle School will be We recognize that travel restrictions, study permit delays, and increased
cohorted by class and continue with the Ministry of Education and unique SAC programming for Grades 5 health and safety protocols may require some students to work online. We
to 8. also understand that further waves of COVID-19 are possible. We are fully
prepared to offer and support our students through any combination of
While we anticipate that all students will be learning on campus, there are instances when students online learning, hybrid, or in-person instruction.
may need to work online. For example, when required to self-isolate, due to health conditions, or travel
restrictions. Course design will reflect the potential for students to participate in online learning, along Teachers will offer Zoom instruction to students during synchronous (live)
with the possibility that some students may be required to attend classes solely online and possibly classes and Zoom meetings will be recorded and shared as needed for
asynchronously. those required to work asynchronously. Teachers will also post instructions
for the day’s activity in Edsby (and OneNote, if applicable) by the start of
Students working online and within two hours of Eastern Time are required to attend synchronous each class.
Zoom classes. Attendance will be taken. Students outside of these time zones will be
accommodated and must remain in contact with the teacher. Teachers will post instructions for An assessment will be created in the Edsby gradebook for each class,
the day’s activity in Edsby (and OneNote, if applicable) by the start of each class. Additionally, which can take any form, from Yes/No completion to a formal grade. The
each student who is working online will be assigned an in-class student as a working partner. gradebook will serve as the primary means of offering confirmation to
students, parents, and advisors that the work has been completed and that
The School will provide accessibility to the curriculum to all students should we be required boys are attending to their work.
to return to an online learning scenario.
Student work should be submitted 24 hours after the start of a given class
Faculty professional development will focus on best practices for online learning, unless an extension is requested via email. When class is held before a
including instructional strategies that suit both synchronous and asynchronous weekend, the work is due on the first day back, and teachers will provide
approaches. feedback to students by the start of the following class.
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Students with Exceptionalities SCHOOL UNIFORM
Learning resource staff will contact each identified student and their parent(s) at
the beginning of the year to develop a plan for academic support in addition to the
ATHLETICS
As we look to mitigate the spread of
support provided by the teacher and/or advisor.
COVID-19, we have adjusted the school
uniform. Until Thanksgiving, students Physical fitness is an integral part of the SAC sport. Grade 5 and 6 students will stay with their classroom
The resource staff will also liaise with the advisors of identified students to ensure
are permitted to drop the blazer and experience. We are prepared for a positive return to cohort for fall fitness activities. Students will rotate through a
the student’s work is being completed and provide additional support to teachers/
dress pants for SAC Casual Dress. athletics, guided by the Ministries of Health and Education. series of sports, such as soccer and volleyball, but no designated
advisors. All accommodations that would be in place in our regular programming will
teams will be created this term. This multi-sport program will
apply in any condition. When assigning work to identified students, teachers will allow
All attire should be clearly labelled We anticipate offering a robust selection of athletic activities, allow for flexibility and maximum health and safety.
these students 50 per cent additional time to complete their work. Teachers will take
with the student's name and frequently perhaps even a full athletic complement as the pandemic
appropriate steps to ensure identified students are not overwhelmed by work in their
laundered to help reduce the risk of improves. Every student must purchase a St. Andrew’s water bottle (if not
courses.
COVID-19. already owned) and practice jersey, which must be labelled with
The Conference of Independent Schools of Ontario Athletic the student’s name.
Please contact Dr. Michael Paluch, Assistant Head of School and Director of
BOTTOMS Association (CISAA) has instituted a mandatory vaccination
Academics, should you have any questions regarding academics.
✓ Dress pants policy for all student-athletes playing on representative teams, If you have any questions regarding Athletics at SAC, please
✓ SAC athletic pants or shorts Unvaccinated students will not be permitted to play on a contact Mr. Graham Brown, Director of Athletics.
Transition Between Classes
school team, but can continue with sport through the school's
Education and continued vigilance will be a part of our regular day. Teachers will
SHOES/SOCKS intramural program.
review the expectations for the classroom when it comes to health and safety,
✓ Closed-toe athletic shoes
washroom protocols, etc. As needed, students will be reminded of these expectations
✓ Closed-toe dress shoes Our campus size provides adequate space for team practices,
while in class and as they move between classes.
✓ Socks as well as independent and small-group fitness activities, such
as spin, yoga, track and field, mountain biking, and more,
At the end of each class, any equipment used during class time will be disinfected.
TOPS which can be participated in while observing physical distance
Hand sanitizers will be available in each classroom, and students must use the
✓ SAC team shirt, SAC house shirt, protocols.
sanitizer upon entry and exit to guarantee they are regularly disinfecting their hands.
SAC clan shirt, SAC hoodie, SAC
The classroom teacher will supervise this activity.
sweatshirt, SAC golf shirt, or SAC quar- Upper School students will participate in their designated
ter-zip sport following specific guidelines and regulations as set forth
CAMPUS LIFE ✓ SAC track jacket by each sport's national federation. We feel it is essential for
every student to get back to physical activity, so we highly
As an educational institution, we will teach our students the rationale, protocols, MASKING recommend all Upper School students participate in a fall
and expectations for mitigating the spread of COVID-19. All students will be
expected to participate in a COVID-19 session with our Director of Health & Medical-grade masks are required in Mitigation Strategies
Wellness to ensure they understand the rules and protocols outlined in this school buildings for all students and
document. Reduce close contact
employees of St. Andrew's College, as
Increase pre- and post-hygiene protocols for students
directed by the Town of Aurora and
Students, staff, and parents must share the responsibility of ensuring our and coaches
York Region Public Health. They are
community’s health and wellness. We believe our students, as always, will rise to Require the use of individual water bottles, practice
also required outside when physical
the challenge and support the guidelines outlined in this living document. jerseys, and towels
distancing cannot be maintained.
Limit the size of groupings
We understand the challenge that our protocols may present. We ask parents to Limit spectators as directed by public health
Students participating in physical
familiarize themselves with our expectations of students on campus and reinforce Avoid social gatherings before and after play
activities such as sports and physical
them regularly. This will help ensure the health and safety of our entire community. Clean equipment and spaces frequently
education are encouraged but not
Defined stage areas with entry and exit strategies for
required to wear their masks on the
indoor sports
playing field.
Develop a vaccine attestation for incoming schools
andscreening and vaccine checks for incoming coaches
and spectators
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It is highly recommended that students be dropped off
If parents, students, or staff are unsure about whether they no earlier than 8:15 a.m. as there will be no morning
should attend school, this handy guide is a good review of monitoring. Students dropped off early must report directly to
symptoms and recommendations made by public health. their Period 1 classroom.
Drop-off/Pick-up Students should be picked up at the close of their athletic
Grades 5 and 6 students will enter through the Rogers Hall activity, or immediately after school if not participating in a
Yuill entrance, while Grades 7 and 8 students will enter fall sport. Students who cannot be picked up at 3:45 p.m.
through the front of Rogers Hall (main Reception). Upper are strongly encouraged to participate in a fall fitness activity.
School students are asked to enter through the west entrance
of the Centre for Leadership, Innovation & Performance. Alternatively, they may attend Study Hall in Towers Library.
Students will not be permitted to linger inside school
STUDENT & CAMPUS MOVEMENT The driving direction of the west parking lot has been
changed so that entry is from the north and drop-off is on
buildings. Students awaiting pick-up should be outside at
their designated drop-off/pick-up location.
the curb by the basketball courts. If you forget to complete
We are fortunate to have a large and spacious 126-acre campus. throughout the day and teachers will rotate in. Exceptions will
the screening, please do not hold up traffic in the drop-off Lockers & Laptop Free Zones
Physical spaces within our campus buildings, including be made for specialty classrooms, such as art facilities, which Students will not be assigned lockers this fall and will not
area; proceed to the arena parking lot to complete the daily
classrooms, are generally larger than at traditional schools. We will be used and cleaned between lessons. be permitted in locker areas or change rooms change for
screening with your son.
think this is a key differentiator of SAC, and we will take full sports. Students should come to school ready for athletics
advantage of our facilities to ensure a healthy and safe in-person Recess will continue with students departing via the nearest
by wearing SAC shorts, SAC athletic apparel, SAC tracksuits,
All day students must walk directly from drop-off to their first-
learning environment. exit and move to a designated spot on campus where outdoor
or SAC sweatshirts so that everything they need is either on
period classroom. No gathering or delaying permitted. Any
recess will happen with their homeroom. On inclement weather
subsequent needs, such as the Campus Shop, administrative their person or in their knapsack.
Students might not be in a usual classroom setting from time to days, Middle School students will be assigned an indoor
offices, or Help Desk, must be requested through their
time as we established classes outdoors or in our gymnasiums, space. Protocols have been established for the types of games See page 16 for our modified school uniform.
classroom teacher once classes have started.
theatre, auditorium, and art rooms. and equipment that can be used during outdoor recess. The
supervising teacher will clean and sanitize any equipment with a
Where possible, we will make use of our extensive outdoor kit provided in each recess bag.
spaces for classwork and co-curricular activities. All elements BOARDING STUDENT CHANGES isolation. Please see our Health Centre protocols on page
12.
of students’ movement and limiting cross-connections and Upper School
exposure between grades has been evaluated in all areas of Upper School students will move through their timetable with Boys must wear a fmedical-grade mask in the hallways and
school life. Physical barriers have been installed as needed to enhanced cleaning and disinfecting between classes and Mitigation Strategies common areas of the house at all times. Once a student is
ensure distancing measures, such as in the Campus Shop, Cole increased personal hygiene. in his own room, he and his roommate(s) may take off and
Hall, Reception, and applicable administrative offices. Daily health checks safely store their masks. Mask hygiene will be discussed and
Every classroom will be equipped with a sanitization kit and Room arrangements to maximize physical distance monitored.
Middle School faculty and students will work together to clean their individual Rescheduled routines to avoid congestion
Middle School students will remain in their homeroom workspaces. Increased washroom cleaning and disinfecting Students can only use the washroom and showers on their
Increased access to handwashing spaces and own floor. No more than three students will be allowed into
DAY STUDENT CHANGES throat, diarrhea, conjunctivitis, headache, rash, difficulty
breathing, chest pain or pressure, and/or loss of taste or smell.
hand-sanitizing materials any washroom at a time. Students are expected to sanitize
their hands before entering a washroom, and paper towels
Ensure safe room capacities are always maintained
Daily Health Screening Medical-grade masks required in hallways, washrooms,
should be used to turn off faucets after washing hands.
Ontario's Ministry of Health requests that all students and Parents will need to monitor their sons’ daily symptoms, by Toilet paper can be used to flush the toilet. Creating a
staff members complete a daily health check before arrival and common areas culture of increased hygiene in all washroom areas will
completing the COVID-19 school and child care screening
to school. Parents of day students must complete this daily tool available from York Region Public Health. The health receive focus.
health check for their son. screening must be completed daily before leaving home.
Boarding house staff will use York Region Public Health's Only two masked students will be allowed in the laundry
Students will not be allowed to attend school if they are school screening to confirm the daily health of boarding area at one time. Students must sanitize their hands before
Completing a daily health screening is critical to our
suffering from fever, cough, fatigue, aches and pains, sore students. Students who feel ill will be sent to the Health entry, and cleaning wipes will be available for students to
mitigation strategies.
Centre for further screening, testing, and, potentially, self- wipe down laundry machines once finished.
18 19Laptop lockup will continue; however, there will be a limit
of three masked students in the room at once. More time FOOD SERVICES ARTS PROGRAMMING
and flexibility will be given for nightly electronics lockup. Our Food Services team is eager to have students back on The arts have a special and sacred place within the St. Andrew’s experience. We will continue to deliver a diverse and dynamic
This area will be overseen to ensure physical distancing is campus. While the delivery of meals will be different, the food program full of music, drama, and art classes, tempered by health and safety modifications in our studios and on our stages.
maintained. quality and choices will be as good as ever. While adjusting and
changing service methods, environmental sustainability will be Mitigation Strategies
Common rooms will be limited by capacity based on square emphasized. Dishwasher and microwave-safe reusable takeout
footage and the maximum occupancy number will be posted All arts studios and teaching facilities are set up for appropriate physical distancing,
containers will be used, along with receptacles to collect them so class density would be modified to meet this expectation
on the door. Billiards and Ping-Pong will be permitted in for reuse.
common rooms; however, hands must be sanitized before Outdoor lessons will occur when suitable
Dedicated custodian for music classes to ensure shared instruments and classroom
play, and all materials wiped down after use. Mitigation Strategies areas are cleaned and disinfected after every use
Staggered dining times All students will sanitize their hands upon entry and exit from arts classes
House meetings will be conducted in Ketchum Auditorium Plated and takeout meals
to allow for more space or outside. If a group meeting End-of-class protocols will involve sanitizing all equipment used, such as desks,
Use of PPE such as gloves and face coverings for staff instruments, and materials
has fewer students than the maximum occupancy of the Use of physical barriers
common room, the meeting may take place inside that After each class, high-touch area cleaning and disinfecting
Continuous cleaning of high-touch points such as
space. tables, chairs, and door handles
Common rooms will be cleaned twice daily, and other
Heightened cleaning and disinfecting protocols
between seating times PARENTS & VISITORS followed vaccination requirements,
hygiene measures, and have zero STUDENT LIFE/CLUBS
high-traffic areas (i.e., washrooms, handrails, etc.) will be
COVID-19 symptoms. They must
cleaned multiple times throughout each day. Cleaning will Visitors, parents, or otherwise will be Our student life activities and clubs are
be in accordance with public health standards. Entry, Exit, and Mealtimes limited on school entry and may only
also comply with our contact tracing
essential to the St. Andrew’s experience.
We will have a one-way flow through Cole Hall. Students will procedures.
enter a school building for a registered We plan to run these programs fully and
All windows will be opened to guarantee airflow within be expected to use the touchless hand sanitizer station before
event or if they are deemed essential to QR codes are available for screening in accordance with protocols established
each room. Furniture will be organized in a manner that entering. Upon entry, visible physical distance spacing tactics
the operation of the school. during off-peak hours. by health authorities regarding the
creates as much space as possible within the various room will be implemented, including floor stamps and stanchions.
Parents requiring a meeting with number of individuals who may gather in
configurations. Additionally, air purification systems will be Touchless hand sanitizer stations will also be available at the
All visitors must be fully vaccinated administration or teachers can any particular venue.
placed in all common rooms to ensure consistent ventilation exit doors, and hand sanitization after meals is expected. All
and will be required to show proof schedule a phone conference or virtual
and purification of the air. dining facilities will be thoroughly disinfected between seating
of vaccination, along with a piece Zoom meeting. Parent groups and Our campus mitigation strategies
times. To reduce density, we will have staggered mealtimes.
of government-issued photo ID and committees, such as the Parents Guild, will apply to these activities. Faculty
Students will have the ability to move from floor to floor. The complete a health screening. facilitators/supervisors for these
“1+ Rule” will determine how many students are allowed in Meal Delivery can resume meeting in-person, so long
activities and will work with our student
Touchpoints will be minimized, and all food will be passed or as vaccination has been disclosed,
any given residence room. One student will be permitted in Visitors are expected to follow the groups to ensure positive engagement.
served to our students individually and directly from behind screening completed, and physical
addition to the maximum sleeping capacity of that room. If School’s strict guidelines and school
barriers. We will have takeout options for students with a distancing can be maintained.
students are in the hallways, the common room, or another staff will ensure these visitors have
student’s room, they must wear a mask. reminder to use appropriate compost, recycling, and trash bins.
Off-campus As always, students with dietary restrictions or needs will be
supported with specially prepared meals. Should students
CONCLUSION
We recognize that accessing our local community amenities
is important for our students and our local economy. We require help, we encourage them to contact any of our Food St. Andrew’s College takes the safety and well-being of our students, faculty, staff, their respective families, and our local
will ensure that students are aware of and respect proper Services members who would be pleased to help them. community seriously. We believe we can successfully navigate our return to on-campus learning and adhere to the Ministries of
hygiene, physical distancing, and face-covering protocols as Health and Education recommendations during this pandemic. Together, we will work through these challenging times.
defined by local public health authorities. Food remains central to our student experience, and the Food
Services team has a passion for providing healthy and high- COVID-19 is a rapidly changing pandemic, and this document will require revision throughout the year. Any updates to this living
Should you have any questions about boarding expectations, quality food. Should you have any questions, contact Mrs. document will be communicated through the School’s weekly A Look Ahead newsletter.
please contact Mr. Keith Ramon, Director of Boarding Life. Grace Wyvill, Director of Food Services.
We are confident this will be an enjoyable, productive, and safe school year. We look forward to welcoming our students to
campus this fall.
20 21APPENDIX A
APPENDIX B
ACADEMIC SUPPORT CO-CURRICULARS
Online tutoring Arts/Co-Curricular Plus
Open Classroom HEALTH & WELLNESS Leadership teams COMMUNITY
Guided Learning Centre Daily live and recorded fitness classes Clubs Community Giving Project
Math Den Virtual sports practices Councils Weekly community service events
English Nook Monthly fitness challenges Community service Weekly Chapel
Daily virtual meetings Guided meditation Middle School Arts Weekly Upper and Middle School gatherings
Yoga Robotics Large-scale celebration assemblies
Virtual counselling Pipes & Drums Community-wide competitions
Circle of Care Film & Media Studies Increased social media presence
Virtual athletic therapy Drama Student social media takeovers
Daily healthy recipes Student-led social media programs
SACFlex
SACFlex is more than just an online learning program. It’s a
place where creativity and imagination soar, where academics
are re-imagined to our current reality, and where distance
brings us together. We’ve successfully migrated our in-person
instruction into a space that has expanded our learning and
teaching capabilities. Exceptional comes to life in SACFlex.
Asynchronous (recorded) and synchronous (live) classes
allow students to connect with their teacher and classmates
as they would in in-person instruction, while recorded videos
and written instructions provide students with the ability to
effectively complete course work on their own time and in
their own time zone.
Our typical 24/7 transitioned well to our online environment.
Here are just some of the great elements incorporated in the
St. Andrew’s College online learning program.
SUPPORT FOR PARENTS
Tuition support/adjustment
DAILY / WEEKLY ADVISORY Virtual well-being workshops
Keeping students on track and within a Curated resources from our Health Centre IT SUPPORT
community of their peers. The student- Coffee hours Virtual Helpdesk
twitter.com/StAndrews1899 to-advisor and parent-to-advisor Social events Global laptop assistance
relationships are essential.
New parent check-ins Seamless transition to SACFlex program
facebook.com/StAndrewsCollege
No lack of student-to-teacher support. Zoom security
Teachers are never far away, whether Secure online classroom environment
youtube.com/StAndrews1899
you’re in Japan or just down the street CLAN / HOUSE PRIDE Real-time IT support
- faculty are accommodating the Issues resolved in under 24 hours
Instagram @StAndrewsCollege1899 Clan spirit competitions
schedules of each student.
Weekly house meetings
House contests
22 23KEY CONTACTS
Head of School Athletics Health Centre
Kevin R. McHenry Graham Brown, Director of Athletics Erin Humphreys, Director of Health &
kevin.mchenry@sac.on.ca graham.brown@sac.on.ca Wellness
margaret.kirkby@sac.on.ca
Academics Boarding Life
Sabrina D’Angelo, Assistant Head of Keith Ramon, Director of Boarding Life Maintenance
School keith.ramon@sac.on.ca Klaus Griese, Chief Engineer
sabrina.dangelo@sac.on.ca klaus.griese@sac.on.ca
COVID-19 Facilitator
Michael Paluch, Assistant Head of Nicolette Fleming, Director of Communi- Student Life/Calendar
School, cations Courtenay Shrimpton, Assistant Head
Director of Academics nicolette.fleming@sac.on.ca of School, Director of Upper School &
michael.paluch@sac.on.ca Strategic Development
Food Services courtenay.shrimpton@sac.on.ca
Admission Grace Wyvill, Director of Food Services
Michael Roy, Director of Admission, grace.wyvill@sac.on.ca
Marketing & Business Development
michael.roy@sac.on.ca
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