Yesterday the Ontario government declared a state of emergency effective immediately and issued a stay-at-home order which goes into effect at 12:01am on Thursday January 14th.
Six Nations Polytechnic will continue to operate in a remote learning/work environment with limited exceptions for on-site labs and trades training. We will review the details of any updated requirements and communicate any changes or revisions to our programming and protocols as soon they are available.
Programs
The SNP STEAM Academy is currently learning remotely until January 24th. A further update will be forthcoming following the provincial announcement on school operations that is expected on January 20th. Any questions on or SNP STEAM Academy matters can be directed to:
SNP STEAM Academy Vice Principal Josef Nguyen - josef.nguyen@snpsteam.com
All other programming will continue as planned. Any program specific questions can be directed to:
Trades programs - Mikki Basha email: mikki.basha@snpolytechnic.com
Health and Community Services Programs - Barbara Myltschenko Barbara.Myltschenko@snpolytechnic.com
University Programs - Melanie Demers email: melanie.demers@snpolytechnic.com
Operations
Effective Thursday January 14th, only essential work and activities will be carried out onsite. All staff will continue to work remotely, except for those who have been designated on site. Access will be by request only for priority matters.
Face Masks and Screening and Testing
The province has identified that there will be new health and safety measures put in place for in-person learning:
- Masking for Grade 1-3 and requirements for mask wearing outdoors;
- Enhanced screening protocols; and
- Expanded targeted testing.
We will continue to monitor for these updates and adjust our protocols in accordance with the provincial guidelines.