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Asymptomatic testing starts for Durham school communities
Change in screening protocols may mean possible school closures: Director Marsh
Posted on March 3, 2021 by oshawaexpress in COVID-19, EDUCATION, NEWS
By Courtney Bachar/The Oshawa Express/LJI Reporter
The first COVID-19 asymptomatic testing site for students, staff, and their families was held this past weekend with a turnout of more than 100 people.
In an update to the Durham District School Board (DDSB) Standing Committee Monday night, Director of Education Norah Marsh says as part of the province’s plan for more asymptomatic testing in schools, the board is working with the Ministry of Education, Durham Region Health Department, and the Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) for the testing within Durham Region.
Last Updated Tuesday, February 16, 2021 8:11AM EST Ontario school and bus cancellations for Tuesday, February 16, 2021 Toronto: The
Toronto District School Board says all bus service is cancelled but schools will remain open for the start of in-person learning. The
Toronto Catholic District School Board says buses are cancelled but schools remain open for in-person and virtual learning. Peel Region: All transportation services, schools and facilities in the
Peel District School Board have been cancelled, the board said. Remote learning will continue where possible. Transportation services in York Region: The
York Region District School Board says all schools and related facilities are closed today and all buses are cancelled.
Durham students returning to in-person learning Feb. 8
Posted on February 4, 2021 by oshawaexpress in COVID-19, EDUCATION, NEWS
Durham students will be returning for in-person learning on Monday, Feb. 8.
By Courtney Bachar/The Oshawa Express/LJI Reporter
Students in Durham Region are heading back to in-person learning next week.
“Schools are looking forward to welcoming your child(ren) back to school,” states the Durham District School Board. “With students returning to in-person learning, it is important that everyone remembers to stay safe by following the direction of public health and provincial officials.”
Ontario Education Minister Stephen Lecce announced Wednesday, Feb. 3 that Durham Region, along with 12 other public health units, will be returning to in-person learning on Monday, Feb. 8.