COVID-19 makes choosing a university challenging for high school students COVID-19 has presented new challenges for senior high school students making plans about what to do after Grade 12, says a P.E.I. guidance counsellor. Social Sharing 'It's really good for students to have that experience of visiting a campus, getting a feel for it' CBC News · Posted: Jan 30, 2021 5:17 PM AT | Last Updated: January 30 The only option for many high school students on P.E.I. is to take virtual tours of prospective universities and colleges.(Shutterstock) COVID-19 has presented new challenges for senior high school students making plans about what to do after Grade 12, says a P.E.I. guidance counsellor.