Schools reopening could be good for mental health, says pediatrician: October 21,, 2021
Schools reopening could be good for mental health, says pediatrician: October 21,, 2021
Schools reopening could be good for mental health, says pediatrician: October 21,, 2021Thursday, October 21, 2021
Students at years 11-13 who live in alert level 3 areas will be able to return to classrooms next Tuesday after the Labour Day weekend.
Education and Covid-19 response minister Chris Hipkins said yesterday that all students will need to wear a mask and keep record of their whereabouts, while staff need to produce a negative test before they return.
Dr Jin Russell is a Developmental pediatrician and said reopening schools for young people is good for their mental health, but schools need good ventilation to stop Covid-19 from spreading.
She spoke to Justin Wong.