Students across the London area wont be returning to in-person learning Monday morning.
The Thames Valley District School Board issued a statement Sunday announcing that students will continue with independent and remote learning activities until further notice.
“Schools will not be open to students and transportation will not be running,” read a statement from the school board. “In-person learning cannot operate safely, and devices cannot be deployed at this time without CUPE staff.”
There is no change for those students who are enrolled in remote or virtual learning full-time. There will also be no before or after school programs, child care or EarlyOn Family Centres at Thames Valley schools.
“We will do our best to provide continuity of learning for all students,” read the statement. “Access to virtual learning will be available to students through their Google Classroom or Brightspace platforms.”
The Canadian Union of Public Employees [CUPE] represents approximately 2,500 full-time TVDSB employees and 1,000 part-time employees for positions such education assistants, early childhood educators, school and central office staff, technical support staff, and custodial staff.
“Thames Valley CUPE staff support medical, behavioral needs, and take part in supervision duties and keep our schools safe, clean and operational,” read the statement. “They also monitor the front door entrance, respond to parent or caregiver calls, process attendance, support and maintain our technology and assist with the safe arrival of students.”
