HALIFAX -- Students in Nova Scotia returned to the classroom Monday, after a three-week break from school. "My daughter is really excited about the classes, returning to see her friends and her teacher," said one parent. Concerned by what the holiday might bring, the province opted for an extended break. "We know that after taking an additional week to assess the situation with COVID in Nova Scotia that our students will be returning to a safe learning environment," said Nova Scotia Education Minister Zach Churchill. Churchill says students and staff shouldn't expect much of a change in classroom procedures. "We are going to continue to work with public health to monitor the situation but we feel really good right now," Churchill said.