Letter to Parents & Students

I just wanted to touch base with all students and their families given the situation we find ourselves in with schools currently being closed. Please know that we are all doing our best to provide whatever support we can during this difficult time. The Ottawa Catholic School Board has asked us to remind you that the health and well-being of our students and their families is our primary focus right now.  We are aware that everyone is dealing with their own unique situation and doing the best they can.  

In terms of academics and “distance learning” at the present time, Ms. Light and myself have posted math & language work in Hapara Workspace. Students can access this by going through their student portal at red.ocsb.ca, and clicking on Workspace. We will be adding work daily for the students to complete. I understand that this may be difficult at times, as there will be no formal lesson, but we have tried to include all resources to aid the students with the assigned work. Also in terms of math, Mathletics will be assigned each week.  The students are familiar with this site and can again access it through their Student Portal. 

The Ministry of Education has created a website to support students and parents - Learn at home. The link to this site is being provided to parents directly via School Messenger as one possible means of continuing learning during school closures. During the next two weeks, these resources can serve as useful websites.

Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we work through this together. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at jennifer.madge@ocsb.ca. I feel blessed to be your teacher and miss you all.  Sending everyone positive thoughts and well wishes. Take care. 

Jennifer Madge