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FAQ's: Parents of Commuter Students
Please note: DEEP and the University of Toronto are not responsible for your son or daughter before class starts (9:30 am) or after class finishes (3:30 pm). This also applies to the lunch time hour; students are encouraged to eat together and must stay on campus. It is the responsibility of the student to follow this "stay on campus" rule.
Q: Where do I bring my son or daughter on Monday morning?
A: On Monday morning of each Week, your son or daughter will go directly to the lobby of the Bahen Center (40 St. George Street) for 9:00 am. This is a very important meeting and all participants must attend. Every other day of the week, your son or daughter will go directly to class. Classes start at 9:30; the only day your son or daughter needs to arrive at 9:00 is Monday.
Q: Should I drive my son or daughter to class, or should they take public transit?
A: We highly recommend the use of public transit, due to high traffic volumes during rush hour in downtown Toronto. The closest subway stop is Queen's Park Station. You can find public transit information at the following links:
Q: Where's the best spot to pick-up my son or daughter?
A: The best pick-up place is on St. George Street, in front of the Galbraith Building (35 St. George Street) or the Bahen Center (40 St. George Street). We recommend that if you are picking-up your son or daughter, you arrange a pick-up location at the beginning of the first class and keep the same location throughout the duration of the course.
Q: Where are the classes located?
A: Classroom locations can be found on the course information sheet(s). All classes are located in the Engineering Complex buildings on the St. George Campus, University of Toronto.
Q: What happens if my son or daughter gets lost looking for class?
A: In the course package, you will find a map of the Engineering Complex. Participants should keep it with them at all times. The DEEP staff is located in the Galbraith Building, room 173. Participants or parents can also phone us at 416-978-3872. Our DEEP Program staff are here to help and will assist participants in finding their class or with any other issues or problems.
Q: What are the course times and dates?
A: Course times and dates are located on the course information sheet. All courses are taking place during 4 weeks of July: July 7-11, 14-18, 21-25 and 28-Aug 1. All day courses run from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm.
Q: What should my son or daughter bring to DEEP?
A: They should bring:
- Pens and pencils
- Notepad
- Ruler
- Calculator
- Long pants and close-toed shoes for lab work
- Lunch and Snacks (if they like)
- Course package
Q: Is my son or daughter allowed to go off-campus for lunch?
A: No. All DEEP participants must stay on campus for lunch. On the map, a number of acceptable restaurants and spots to eat lunch have been included. We encourage your son or daughter to bring a lunch, however please note they will not have access to a fridge or microwave.
Q: What happens if I my son or daughter has to miss a class, or a day of the program?
A: If your son or daughter is going to be absent, we ask that you inform the DEEP office via email at engineering@ecf.utoronto.ca or by phone at 416-978-3872. If they have to leave class early, we ask that they bring a note from a parent or guardian. Students are not permitted to leave class without permission.
Q: Will my son or daughter need extra money for course supplies?
A: No. All of your course supplies are included in the registration fee, however they may want to bring some extra money for lunch or snacks.
Q: Is my son or daughter permitted to participate in the residence program activities?
A: No. Only students enrolled in the optional residence program will be permitted to participate in the residence activities. Only students residing in the residence during the program will be permitted to enter the residence.
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