Te Mata School students tested for Covid, no new cases yet
Te Mata School principal is cautiously optimistic after no new Covid cases in the region.
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Schools have been told staff shortages are "highly likely" as a result of Omicron.
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Auckland University to move lectures online for first semester as Omicron hits
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The Kiwi school that's banned phones: 'They know it's good for them'
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Sadness but optimism as old classrooms demolished
Hopes the planning and design work for the new school will be complete by end of 2022.
Northland principals hit back over rumours schools to become vaccine clinics
Northland schools have rejected the Government's calls for onsite vaccination centres.
Focus: Kids return to schools under new Covid rules
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Luxon wants free rapid Covid tests for schools, but doesn't know how many students
National wants twice-weekly Covid tests for schools, and rapid tests widely available.
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Three other staff members are now isolating.
Fears back-to-school costs and Covid could keep kids out of class
Families choosing between schools supplies or food and power, charity says.
All teaching staff isolating: Auckland school forced to delay start of term
27 of the school's staff were isolating after being at a professional development day.
Back to School: Northland schools ease some financial pressure for parents
Tai Tokerau schools help out parents with free stationery, food, and electronic devices.
School hires person to talk with parents hesitant about sending kids back to school
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EDITORIAL: Schools are coming back as our first Omicron outbreak blooms.
Students likely to bring Omicron south, say experts
Students likely to bring Omicron with them when they move South over coming weeks.
Special schools hope for first dibs on air purifiers
"Medically fragile" students will need extra help to stay safe in school, principal says.
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Anyone on flight NZ5077 Auck-Nelson on Jan 16 is now a close contact of an Omicron case.
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Redesign of school uniforms to help girls feel comfortable and be physically active.
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Years 4 and up students wear face masks indoors and when in close contact with others.
Principals acknowledged as MoE works to update Omicron information
The Education Ministry says it's working to update the information available to schools.
Frustration as principals struggle to find clear rules on handling Omicron
Principals call for clear rules around Covid before thousands head back to class.
Despite Omicron arriving, keeping schools open as safely as possible should be the goal
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