The Ontario government has released a plan to help students catch up following two years of interrupted learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The plan focuses primarily on getting students back in the classroom for a “full school experience,” however the Progressive Conservatives say they
will also “enable the option of remote learning” for parents who feel it’s the best option for their child.
“Our plan starts with a return to in-person learning, on time, and with all the experiences students need and deserve like sports, clubs and field trips.
Nothing is more important,” the document reads.
Few new details were released as to how the government plans to ensure in-person learning continues throughout the year, particularly i
f another wave of COVID-19 hits the province. Instead, the government touted their previous investments in ventilation improvements and HEPA
filter units, the provision of rapid COVID-19 tests for staff and students and funding for parents to offset the costs of online learning.
