The union representing B.C. teachers said reopening plans do not go far enough, and some of teachers’ main concerns have yet to be addressed
Earlier this week, the B.C. government announced students in middle and high schools would need to wear masks in common areas like hallways and school buses where physical distancing isn’t possible. But the union wants masks mandated for students as young as 10, including in the classroom, labs and libraries.
Ms. Mooring said in an interview that teachers aren’t looking for a specific class size, but want a plan to ensure physical distancing is possible. He said the government's restart plan has adhered to health guidelines established by the BC Centre for Disease Control."We will continue to work with teachers, parents, support staff and education partners on the steering committee on the safe restart plan."
“We anticipate the number of families that might want to access remote learning for medical reasons is going to increase quite a bit, so we see the need for that to be organized provincially, or at least that option be something that the province agrees should happen in every school district,” Ms. Mooring said. “And school districts need to dedicate teachers specifically to remote learning.”
He said the government should offer both virtual and in-person learning, and install physical barriers in schools. Mr. Fleming said an orientation week Sept. 8 to 11 will help students, teachers and staff adjust to their new routines, find out about their learning groups and practise safety protocols.
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