The Teachers Union says the Tuesdays return to in person learning is too early.
Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Janice Fitzgerald last week that the benefits of a return to class far outweigh the concerns and while students will be back at their desks Tuesday that does not mean a return to normal.
NLTA President Trent Langdon says the phones at the union’s office has been ringing off the hook and the emails have exploded with teachers who are shocked and disappointed with the decision at this time.
He says members are stressed especially those who have elderly family in their home.
Many today, including the PC Opposition are calling on the authorities to offer a hybrid model in our K- 12 education system, but the CEO of the school board says that has have proven to be significant challenge.
School resumes Tuesday for all students but some parents are worried about children back in class at this time.
School district CEO Tony Stack says they only have a finite number of teachers. He says there is enough teachers available to do both in person and online learning so, they’re focusing on the classroom.
He says while teachers have done a great job on line, they are limitations.