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Education Minister Dominic Cardy said a distance learning plan for students will be revealed this week. (Photo: CBC News)
A plan to strengthen New Brunswick's distance learning during the COVID-19 pandemic is expected to be announced this week, New Brunswick's education minister says.
And Dominic Cardy suggests it is designed to be used next fall if needed.
This comes after the province announced at the end of April that New Brunswick students will not be returning to the classroom until at least September.
Since the COVID-19 outbreak forced schools to close in March, students have been learning from home, with more structured lesson plans that were rolled out throughout the month of April.
However, some parents have raised concerns over a lack of technology available to students. Dominic Cardy said this will be addressed this week.
"We're going to make sure that every single student in New Brunswick has access to the internet and to technology that will allow them to work from home and continue to continue their education from home," said Cardy.
Cardy wouldn't offer specifics on the new plan, but he did say that it would help students even after the COVID-19 pandemic subsides.
With the end of the school year approaching, Cardy said it made sense to end in-class learning early to eliminate any ambiguity for parents and students.
While the plan is to go back to schools in September, Cardy said COVID-19 likely means parents and students will have to adjust to periods of homeschooling again.
"We fully expect to go back and forth."
Although the 118 people diagnosed with COVID-19 have recovered, Russell has been reminding New Brunswickers to remain vigilant — especially as the weather warms up
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Dr. Jennifer Russell, New Brunswick's chief medical officer of health, will be speaking with reporters in Fredericton this afternoon. (Government of New Brunswick/Submitted)
"As we begin the third week of no new COVID-19 cases, I recognize families want to get outside and spend more time together," Russell said in a news release over the weekend.
"But it is crucial that everyone adheres to the rule about two households bubbling only with each other. Also, when outside, it is important to continue to practise physical distancing."
33 Comments
Lou Bell
Admittedly Cardy has a few " off the cuff " ideas , and yet he was responsible for giving the province an early heads up on the " oncoming COVID freight train " and other than the minimal usual detractors is doing a good job preparing the province for the education of our school kids . As many experts have said , it's a Marathon , NOT A SPRINT !!! I have a lot more confidence in this provincial government than two otrthree others who , in spite of still fairly high numbers , are starting to open up . And the U.S. ? They're the poster child on " What NOT to do in a COVID crisis " !!
David Amos
DJ Redfern
Talk about folks jumping the gun....why not wait till the press conference is over.....
more is revealed in the question and answer session that follows......
David Amos
N.B. COVID-19 roundup: Distance learning plan coming, also aimed at future school disruptions
There are no active cases of COVID-19 in New Brunswick
CBC News· Posted: May 04, 2020 11:54 AM AT
Education Minister Dominic Cardy said a distance learning plan for students will be revealed this week. (Photo: CBC News)
A plan to strengthen New Brunswick's distance learning during the COVID-19 pandemic is expected to be announced this week, New Brunswick's education minister says.
And Dominic Cardy suggests it is designed to be used next fall if needed.
This comes after the province announced at the end of April that New Brunswick students will not be returning to the classroom until at least September.
Since the COVID-19 outbreak forced schools to close in March, students have been learning from home, with more structured lesson plans that were rolled out throughout the month of April.
However, some parents have raised concerns over a lack of technology available to students. Dominic Cardy said this will be addressed this week.
"We're going to make sure that every single student in New Brunswick has access to the internet and to technology that will allow them to work from home and continue to continue their education from home," said Cardy.
Cardy wouldn't offer specifics on the new plan, but he did say that it would help students even after the COVID-19 pandemic subsides.
With the end of the school year approaching, Cardy said it made sense to end in-class learning early to eliminate any ambiguity for parents and students.
While the plan is to go back to schools in September, Cardy said COVID-19 likely means parents and students will have to adjust to periods of homeschooling again.
"We fully expect to go back and forth."
Premier, top doctor to address the province
Premier Blaine Higgs and Dr. Jennifer Russell, New Brunswick's chief medical officer of health, will be providing a virus update at 2:30 p.m. in Fredericton.Although the 118 people diagnosed with COVID-19 have recovered, Russell has been reminding New Brunswickers to remain vigilant — especially as the weather warms up
Dr. Jennifer Russell, New Brunswick's chief medical officer of health, will be speaking with reporters in Fredericton this afternoon. (Government of New Brunswick/Submitted)
"As we begin the third week of no new COVID-19 cases, I recognize families want to get outside and spend more time together," Russell said in a news release over the weekend.
"But it is crucial that everyone adheres to the rule about two households bubbling only with each other. Also, when outside, it is important to continue to practise physical distancing."
What to do if you have symptoms
People concerned they might have COVID-19 can take a self-assessment on the government website. People with two of those symptoms are asked to:- Stay at home.
- Immediately call Tele-Care 811 or their doctor
- Describe symptoms and travel history.
- Follow instructions.
33 Comments
Lou Bell
Admittedly Cardy has a few " off the cuff " ideas , and yet he was responsible for giving the province an early heads up on the " oncoming COVID freight train " and other than the minimal usual detractors is doing a good job preparing the province for the education of our school kids . As many experts have said , it's a Marathon , NOT A SPRINT !!! I have a lot more confidence in this provincial government than two otrthree others who , in spite of still fairly high numbers , are starting to open up . And the U.S. ? They're the poster child on " What NOT to do in a COVID crisis " !!
David Amos
Reply to @Lou Bell:Methinks you must have sent Higgy and Cardy some butter tarts over the weekend to help them recover from tripping over their tongues N'esy Pas?
DJ Redfern
Talk about folks jumping the gun....why not wait till the press conference is over.....
more is revealed in the question and answer session that follows......
David Amos
Reply to @DJ Redfern: Methinks everybody knew it was just gonna be more of the same old same old N'esy Pas?