​I indicated in my email on Tuesday that I would provide an upcoming on online learning by the end of the week.  Unfortunately, there are still some areas waiting to be finalized beyond what I have already communicated - but that will come early next week.

Of the courses which launched online yesterday, over 50% of students have accessed the materials.  That is a wonderful start!  Our target is to add elective courses next week - but wanted to start with a more manageable number.

The question has been asked by many students about whether they are required to complete the online work.  It is strongly recommended, if possible, for students to complete the work for any course which will be a pre-requisite for future learning - either at the high school or post-secondary level.  

For students in Grade 12 - if they have earned 12 credits by the end of Semester 1 and they had a course load which would have enabled them to graduate in June, they will be eligible to graduate this school year. 

More detail will come next week regarding credits, transcripts etc..  We do not want to communicate anything about those items until everything is finalized through the Department - so we have as many answers and details as possible when we send along information.

Apple Products

A local business with a connection to Harbour View has generously offered to update any student's Apple products if they require that for online learning - free of charge.  If this is something you would like to know more about, please contact Mr. O'Connell (Robert.oconnell@nbed.nb.ca)

Supports for families

We know many families are struggling at this time.  Below is a list of community organizations who have established programs to support families - particularly with access to food:

West Saint John

lower level of the Carleton Community Centre 635-1060

Director: Shelley Scott

Monetary donations can be made at Canadahelps.org

Food items will not be accepted at this time

They do not require more volunteers at this time

Below is the emergency food program looking after the North, South and West of Saint John

North Saint John

Nick Nicolle Centre is the primary food provider for North End families at this time.  They are doing grab and go breakfast and lunch programs as well as delivering food to people as requests come in. 

Monetary Donation can be made to the Nick Nicolle Centre

North End Food Bank - Hazel Clarke 634-7103 . North End Food Bank does not need volunteers at this time but will accept food donations and monetary donations,

South Saint John

Inner City Youth Ministry, in combination with PULSE, is working to provide essential grocery packs multiple times a week over the next several weeks to families in the Lower South End and Old North End. 

Volunteers are not needed at this time and food donations are not being accepted.

Monetary Donations are needed and can be made to https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/inner-city-youth-ministry/#donate_now  

Bee Me Kidz

Bee Me Kidz  are providing grocery packs to families who contact them. Donations can be made at www.beemekidz.com

Have a good weekend