COVID-19 Update: DC operations continue with elementary and secondary school closures – resources available for parents Posted on April 12, 2021 at 6:54 pm. This afternoon, Premier Doug Ford announced that all Ontario elementary and secondary schools will remain closed indefinitely after the April break due to the rising rates of COVID-19 infection. This announcement does not impact Durham College operations with program and service delivery continuing as communicated last week. For many of our students, particularly those with young children, these latest restrictions may create challenges for parents juggling their schoolwork and parental responsibilities. As we near the end of the semester we recognize this can be a stressful time. To help provide support, we’ve compiled a number of helpful resources for families whose children may be at home or participating in online learning. External resources for parents – the links below, complied by Durham College’s Centre for Academic and Faculty Enrichment, provide excellent information about supporting your children during COVID-19 and online learning: Support and Resources – Peel District School Board Resources by Grade, Ministry of Education (Resources by Grade) Curriculum-aligned Resources for Grades 1 to 8, TVO Learn Helping Kids Succeed at Online Learning, University of Alberta Parenting During COVID-19, Government of Canada Healthy Parenting at Home, World Health Organization Mental health resources for parents – In addition to supporting your children with distance learning, it’s important to ensure that you are taking care of yourself. Students have access to the following: Good2Talk Helpline (24/7): 1.866.925.5454 M. Well Student Assistance Program: 1.877.554.6935 Campus Health and Wellness Centre: 905.721.3037; Email: CHWC@durhamcollege.ca; Live chat: https://durhamcollege.ca/student-life/health-and-wellness/campus-health-centre We understand that some students may be experiencing conflicts between their schoolwork and home life requirements. Those impacted are encouraged to communicate directly with their professor to discuss flexible options. We hope these resources will also help students create a manageable balance between school and their responsibilities at home as we continue to navigate the ongoing public health restrictions. SHARE: