There is a Coronavirus outbreak in China, which has unfortunately spread to Australia with 1 cases confirmed in Victoria and three case confirmed in NSW in one day . There is a risk the virus could mutate and become much more infectious. Since human-to- human transmission has been confirmed, this greatly facilitated the spread of virus not only to other parts of but also overseas. Once infected , it’s deadly and especially young children and elderly are more vulnerable. In addition，as reported，patients may have in contact with hundreds of people. Given the severity of the epidemic and concerns for the safety and health of our children and the wider community, we strongly suggest for two weeks extension period for all school. Or a document to ask families recently returned from trips to Asia, Thailand, Singapore，US and China in particular to keep their children (well or unwell) at home for 2 weeks before attending school. Some school aready published announcement to prevent the virus， such as St Andrews Christian College，Shelford et. al. Therefore， sincerely expect schools in VIC especially Doncaster East area where confirmed patient may live.

In addition， all manager and Directors please enforce your staff travelled back from international listed above work from home for at least 2 weeks. Therefore，please encourage and approve patents regardless travedled or not to work from home during this critical period.

Cheers

Year 2 parent in VIC

Dr.  Wu