As you likely know, rapid antigen tests are being distributed to families through schools in BC. We had hoped to distribute these tests through our classrooms; however, we have learned that we are not able to do that and must pass the tests directly to parents/guardians. The reason for this is that Health Canada recently issued an advisory about the rapid antigen test kits. While the kits are safe, effective and beneficial for self-testing, the product labelling and instructions may not describe or disclose the risks associated with misuse or accidental ingestion. Please visit the BCCDC’s website for this information. Please also ensure the test kits are kept in a safe place and only used with adult supervision.
Given the need to distribute the tests to adults, we have arranged to distribute these kits this Friday, March 4th. Parents can pick up their tests (one box of five tests per child who is attending Gray), between 11:30 am and 12:30 pm, and/or 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm.
If you are unable to pick up your family’s tests in person, you are able to designate another adult to do so on your behalf. If you are designating another adult to pick up your tests you must print and complete the following form: Rapid Test Pick Up Arrangement Permission Form and provide it to the adult you are designating. Tests will not be provided to third parties without a completed and signed form being provided to the school at time of pickup.
Pickup Information
- Tests will only be distributed during distribution times on Friday (see above). If you are unable to have the test picked up on Friday, please email us at gray.elem@deltaschools.ca – indicate your child’s name, division and when you will be able to come and pick your tests.
- We will have three stations set up at the front of the school (near the office) for distribution of tests. If you are driving to the school, please park somewhere near by and walk on to the property to receive your test. The parking lot and turnabout will be closed to all vehicles. Please remember to follow all local signage and traffic laws.
- We anticipate that we may have larger numbers of people trying to pickup tests right before or after the end of the school day (3:00 pm). If you are able, we encourage you to pick up earlier or later in the day
- Please endeavour to maintain social distance when waiting. We encourage the use of masks. Please also note that you will be asked to sign for the tests you pick up. Please feel free to bring your own pen. If not, sanitizer will be available. Please sanitize before using one of the pens provided.
We will have volunteers helping with all of this. We thank you in advance for your patience as we work through the process.