New Programs Offer Support For Parents, Students During COVID-19

Press release from the City of Fairfax:

09/25/2020

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services is offering two programs to support parents/guardians and students in distance learning. These programs are available to city residents and students in Fairfax City public schools.

Parent Connect provides in-person services for parents and guardians at NCS Community Centers and other community locations. Assistance includes support related to digital literacy and Internet access; support related to language barriers; and connection to county Health & Human Services resources, service navigation and referrals. Beginning on Monday, September 28, these services are offered by appointment only from 3-8 p.m. Monday through Friday, though times may vary by location.

NCS Connects: After School is a virtual platform providing programming for youth and teens during after-school hours, Monday through Friday, 3-6 p.m., at bit.ly/ncsconnects. Virtual programs, which began on September 21, include academics (i.e., STEAM), family engagement, service learning and youth leadership development.

See the Parent Connect website for more information.

This press release was produced by the City of Fairfax. The views expressed here are the author’s own.