Update on In-Person Learning for Wednesday

Posted On Tuesday January 18, 2022

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Given the extraordinary circumstances that we find ourselves in, we are writing to share some information with respect to the approach we anticipate taking tomorrow (Wednesday, January 19) morning for school operations.

At this time, we anticipate that schools will be open. Municipalities have indicated to us that snow removal may take up to 72 hours in some situations, but that progress continues to be made. Please know that there is the possibility for delays to occur and it may take longer to get to school.

As we previously communicated given the current pandemic environment and now, snow conditions, there is always the possibility for individual school closures to ensure that children remain safe and have appropriate levels of supervision. In these situations, your child’s school would communicate with you directly.

School custodians have done an incredible job in working to clear snow on school property. We are truly appreciative of their efforts and of our entire school teams to prepare schools for students to learn in-person.

For those that take student transportation, there is the possibility that individual or zone-based cancellations may take place. You can always visit the DSTS website for more information on cancellations.

If school buses are cancelled due to weather in your zone:

  • Elementary schools will remain open to in-person learning unless otherwise indicated.
  • Secondary students in the zone must stay home and will switch to a virtual learning day.

As usual, this information will be posted on DDSB social media channels and websites by 7am. More information on specific zones can be found on the inclement weather page on the DSTS website.

With the expected return to in-person learning, please ensure to complete your daily self-screening before leaving home for school by visiting: Ontario.ca/SchoolScreening. If your child is sick and/or not feeling well, please do not send them to school under any circumstances. Anyone who has COVID-19 symptoms or has tested positive must self-isolate, regardless of vaccination status and follow the instructions of the self-screener.

We thank you for your patience. 

Durham District School Board