Rocky View Schools (RVS) is adjusting its operational plan to align with the relaxed measures announced by the province yesterday.

A letter from RVS Board Chair, Fiona Gilbert and Superintendent of Schools, Greg Luterbach states that RVS' approach continues to reflect provincial recommendations.

Effective Monday, February 14, 2022, face mask usage will be optional for all RVS students when in school or on the school bus. All adults, however, must continue to wear a mask when in any RVS facility.

Gilbert and Luterbach say that RVS' approach to mandatory masking for adults will be revisited when the province removes the indoor mask requirement for all individuals.

Also effective immediately, those entering an RVS facility aren't required to show proof of immunization or a negative rapid test.

RVS' Operational Plan will be updated in the coming days to reflect these changes.

In their letter, Gilbert and Luterbach acknowledge that these changes will be received with mixed feelings and varying comfort levels. They ask for continued patience and understanding as Alberta adjusts on a path forward.