COVID-19: GIS shuts down for two weeks
The Ghana International School (GIS) has shut down for two weeks in the wake of the coronavirus entry into Ghana.
Two people – a Ghanaian UN staff in Accra and a staff of the Norwegian Embassy in Ghana – were confirmed to have the virus on Thursday.
In an email to the school community by the Principal of GIS, Dr Mary Ashun, the school said: “After consultation with the GIS Board of Directors and following my email last night on the positive Coronavirus cases, I would like to announce that the Ghana International School will CLOSE at the end of School Day today, 13 March 2020 at 3:30 pm for the next two weeks till 27 March 2020”.
“This early closure is in line with Board Policy on Emergencies.
“All students are required to stay home during this time with learning support continuing through our Virtual Learning platforms previously communicated to all parents and guardians.
“Further detail on how this will function will be communicated soon and this will enable learning to continue.
“We are confident that the measures outlined by the W.H.O and the government of Ghana will enable healthcare professionals to act swiftly to ensure all operations return to normal as soon as possible.
“As this early closure period will lead into the regularly scheduled Easter Break, let me take the opportunity to wish you a safe and restful season with advised travel to affected areas.
“Term 3 is still scheduled to begin on Tuesday, 14 April 2020 at which time we will receive our students back to campus. Should anything change, we will inform all our stakeholders by the means we have been using so far.
“I thank you all for your immense support at this challenging time. I continue to remain proud to be the Principal of such a wonderful school. Please take care of yourselves and families!”
Source: Classfmonline.com
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