Ontario's education minister said he's open to a staggered start when it comes to reopening elementary schools amid the COVID-19 pandemic, with not all students returning on the same day. Many parents remained concerned about the potential for large elementary school class sizes at boards across the province. When confronted with some of those concerns, Lecce took a swipe at education unions, who have sharply criticized the governments plan. On Thursday, Toronto parents peppered Toronto District School Board officials with questions about how that board, the largest in the province, will safely reopen. There have also been questions about whether or not the start of the school year should be delayed.

Source: CBC News August 14, 2020 11:53 UTC