An HRCE report stated the province is currently working on a learning plan to be approved by Nova Scotia's public health officials by late July.

Continuing to offer exam exemptions during the COVID-19 pandemic could “encourage students to attend school when they are sick.”

"I'm just hoping that I can get something back. Even if it's just a voucher to go on a different trip, or even at least half the money."

As of Feb. 28, Education Minister Zach Churchill said the decision for Dartmouth High School to carry on with their trips remains "fluid."

Surrounding elementary and junior highs are in hold and secure, according to the board.

At least one parent has come forward saying he's not sending his son on the trip, and he's called for the trip to be cancelled.

The trip was scheduled to start in Milan, Italy, then make stops in Cinque Terre, Monaco, and southern France before ending in Madrid, Spain.

The remaining 48 school communities will receive pre-primary programming come September 2020, but there are still many questions that remain unanswered with locations being a main concern.

The changes will go into effect starting in September 2020.

A total snowfall accumulation of five to 15 centimetres is forecast for Nova Scotia on Thursday.