Please find resources for coronavirus (COVID-19) below:
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Office of the Mayor: https://coronavirus.dc.gov
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Public Charter School Board Closure and Early Dismissal Tracker: https://dcpcsb.org/school-closings-over-coronavirus-concerns
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DME has established a dedicated hotline and email address for school leaders (and child care center leaders) seeking guidance and assistance related to the potential closure of their facility due to confirmed or potential exposure to coronavirus (COVID-19). School leaders with questions about closures are strongly encouraged to contact (202) 727-5705 or DME.DismissalAdvice@dc.gov before making a final determination.
FREE Distance Learning Resources:
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Charter Schools Serving Students Experiencing Homelessness: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3779292350788683278?utm_campaign=COVID%20Response&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=86542900&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-92xjsf7L8O-C02FeOlmrMq9IbCEXoUxlx5olzNtxBPqNkXBmLBsF9L_N3i1ZOoojrXOaV3mNd4WjZrmtogwfFiOG8yaQ&_hsmi=86542900
Additional resources:
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Link to the resources the National Alliance has put together for schools.
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Link to Education Companies Offering Free Subscriptions due to School Closings: http://www.amazingeducationalresources.com/
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EmpowerK12 Meal Finder Dashboards: https://empowerk12.org/student-meals-covid-19
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Mental Health resources for students from UMD's National Center for School Mental Health: http://www.schoolmentalhealth.org/COVID-19-Resources/
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Link to a list of resources offered by FOCUS Partners for DC Charter Schools.
*We will be convening additional online learning spaces (e.g., chats, webinars, on-line materials) to facilitate resource-sharing and discussions on coping with the COVID-19 outbreak, such as family resources and self-care strategies.