Victorians schools: What you need to know about education during coronavirus pandemic

With news constantly circulating about coronavirus, it can be hard to keep up with vital information. Here’s everything you need to know about VCE, online learning and schools during lockdown.

Overwhelmed by the coronavirus pandemic and feel like you can’t keep up?

The Herald Sun has put together a guide so you can stay updated with all the latest education news in Victoria.

From online schooling to VCE exams, here’s everything you need to know.

VCE

New measures to be introduced to enable senior students to complete VCE and VCAL assessments from home.

Petition to axe VCE exams for class of 2020.

Fee fret for private schools as parents struggle to find cash due to virus.

SCHOOL CLOSURES

Victorian schools begin holidays early amid coronavirus pandemic.

Why school closures may not stop coronavirus spreading.

As schools shutdown around Victoria, parent’s look for ways to keep kids’ focused on their studies.

ONLINE LEARNING

Remote learning will call on parents to ensure kids are following strict school timetables.

How parents can keep kids focused while being schooled at home.

Parents urged to keep a watch on kids’ online activities with a potential increase of cyber bullying.

How to make the most of online learning when it’s not suitable for everyone.

Twenty books of ideas and activities that will keep kids busy for hours.

PARENT ADVICE

Why you shouldn’t lie to your kids about coronavirus.

Social media could do more harm than good.

Experts share tips on how to get the most out of being schooled from home.