EDUCATORS Whether right or wrong, there will likely be pressure on schools to close in the event of a pandemic. It would be appropriate, therefore, for school boards to strengthen their distance learning capabilities so as to avoid a whole school year being missed by a majority of students. As community leaders, educators could also play a significant role in disseminating accurate and timely information as well as coordinating useful neighbourhood responses. Practical Information on Crisis Planning: a Guide for Schools and Communities (146pp, 1.5mb) School CHECKLISTS Childcare and Preschool Kindergarten to Grade 12 College and University