Chandler USD offers enrichment resources to parents during coronavirus-related school closures

Schools in Arizona are closed through March 27, and districts are offering online resources so students can stay engaged with learning from home. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

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By Alexa D' Angelo | 8:29 AM Mar 20, 2020 MST | Updated 8:29 AM Mar 20, 2020 MST

Chandler USD officials sent an email to parents and guardians March 19 to provide students and families with educational enrichment resources while schools remain closed through March 27 due to a statewide mandate from Gov. Doug Ducey and Superintendent Kathy Hoffman due to concerns surrounding the spread of the coronavirus.

Parents and students can use Google Chrome to access the provided links. These links are also available online at www.cusd80.com/Enrichment.

"We are currently developing options for those that do not have access to technology," read the email. "More information regarding our distribution process for hard-copy instructional resources will soon be provided to our Chandler Unified families. Thank you for your partnership as we continue to focus on the safety and health of our community."

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