Palm View Primary School Pushes Learning Home for an Extra Day
On April 1st, Ming Kum, the head honcho at Palm View Primary, announced that home‑based learning will be extended by one more day. A Primary 2 star pupil, who was still bubbling with good vibes on March 30, tested positive for COVID‑19 after catching the bug from a family member—no holiday jet‑lags involved.
What’s Triggered the Extra Day?
- The little one’s diagnosis surfaced after a routine check‑up.
- She was fine the last day at school but is presently “high‑spirited” even while receiving treatment.
- No travel during March holidays was a factor.
Takeaways for Staff and Students
- Any teachers or students who spent time close to the infected child are on a two‑week leave of absence starting April 1.
- The school is taking a strict “clean sweep” approach: a thorough disinfection of all premises will happen during the added day.
- Mrs Kum is urging everyone—staff, students, parents—to keep up good hygiene habits and to see a doctor straight away if they feel under the weather.
Principal’s Call to Action
“These measures are in place to ensure that our school remains a safe environment for teaching and learning,” Mrs Kum said. “Let’s keep our smiles and smiles in the hallway safe.”
Reopening Plans
The school will return to normal operations on April 3, all good and ready for the next day’s adventures.
Ministry of Education’s Pandemic‑Ready Plan
In line with the Ministry’s new policy for possible intensifying outbreaks, e‑learning will run once a week from home:
- Primary pupils: Wednesdays (4‑6 hours)
- Secondary pupils: Thursdays (4‑6 hours)
- Junior college & Millennia Institute: Fridays (4‑6 hours)
All pupils will get a “virtual classroom” session to keep the learning vibes on track while keeping the community safe.
Feel free to keep your inbox handy for the latest updates—envelopes, emails, or the good old school horn announcement.
