The following are links to a variety of digital resources for students and families to access during this period of school closure, due to COVID-19. These resources are not intended to replace the curriculum which students would have been receiving if they had been back in school. They are intended to help keep students engaged as we transition to a teacher led learning environment.
As a Board, we remain committed to creating teaching and learning conditions that will, as best as possible given the circumstances, lead to the successful completion of the school year for all students.
Celebrating the Gift of Our Families
At this time, the Halton Catholic District School Board would like to celebrate the gift of our families. If this event has taught us anything, it is how interconnected we are and dependant on one another. Our faith tradition is of great inspiration and offers us an opportunity to put things into perspective. During this challenging time, families are encouraged to enjoy time creating moments and memories that will last a lifetime, most especially during this difficult situation. The following are resources to help integrate faith into your daily routine and continue through the season of Lent and into the joy of Easter:
Celebrating the Gift of Our Families
For elementary students
A list of educational resources and activities that families can build a daily routine with and work on together.
Learn at Home Resources
On March 20th, the Ministry of Education released the first phase of the Learn at Home resources to support student learning during this school closure. They are designed as supplementary resources to help students practice math and literacy skills during the school closure period.
In addition, TVO launched a new learning initiative designed to provide enhanced access to a host of TVO digital learning products during the current school closure. The TVO learning initiative provides free, online, easy access to learning tools for students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. You can find more information and resources below:
TVO Kids
For Kindergarten to Grade 6
Here is a selection of ad-free videos, games and content that supports the Ontario curriculum.
TVO Kids offers educational programing throughout the day for school-aged children. Check out their broadcast schedule for more information and show times. Below is a list of YouTube Channels dedicated to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S.T.E.M.) and literacy programs:
- TVO Kids Science and Technology Youtube Channel
Supports the Kindergarten to Grade 3 core science curriculum. Students can learn fun science experiments at home. - TVO Kids Mathematics Youtube Channel
Supports the Kindergarten to Grade 3 core curriculum. Students can learn math in a way that is fun and engaging! - TVO Kids Language Youtube Channel
Join in an imaginative world of learning language, and witness the growth of language skills and the love of reading in your child.
TVO mPower
For Kindergarten to Grade 6
Free online games that support the mastery of math concepts and improve understanding of S.T.E.M. and the social sciences. Improve foundational math skills and inspire a love of math. Signing up for TVO mPower can easily be done by a parent/guardian. With a free account, students can track their progress in the games. Check out a sample preview of mPower
TVO Mathify
For Grades 6 to 10
Free, one-on-one online support provided by Ontario Certified Teachers is available to help students improve their math skills. Now accessible from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 3:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Build math understanding and confidence with the help of a math tutor!
Parents, Guardians or Caregivers
Doing mathematics with your child
For Kindergarten to Grade 6
Find tips and activities to help keep your child thinking about math all year.
A parent’s guide to the fundamentals of math
For Grades 1 to 8
This resource provides information to parents on how students can gain a strong understanding of the fundamentals of math to help prepare them for success, now and in the future. What students learn today will help them solve everyday problems and prepare for the future of work.
The Ontario curriculum
For Kindergarten to Grade 12
Browse the curriculum to find what skills and knowledge students learn by the end of each grade.
Grades 4-6