Education Minister Stephen Lecce says Ontario's "Plan to Catch Up" will give kids a full school experience with extracurriculars this year.
The Ontario government says it's committed to helping students have a "full school experience" this year.
Education Minister Stephen Lecce has released details of the province's "Plan to Catch Up" for the upcoming school year.
For the 2022-23 school year, the province is investing over $26.6 billion, which is the highest investment the province has ever made in public education.
While the plan focuses on keeping kids in the classroom, the Progressive Conservatives say there will be a remote learning option.
Highlights of the plan include an investment of over $175 million for enhanced tutoring programs, as well as over $3 million to support hiring up to 3,000 front line staff.
It also includes $90 million towards mental health initiatives and supports, and 14 billion towards school infrastructure.
Lecce says Ontario's students suffered from a significant learning gap during the pandemic, and the plan will help prepare kids for the future.
"With an emphasis on getting back to basics, our government is focused on strengthening life and job skills in the classroom, so that students graduate as financially literate, technologically savvy, emotionally intelligent leaders, ready for the jobs of tomorrow."
While the plan focuses on in-person learning, few details were given about the province's plan for education in the event of a rise in COVID-19 infections.
Lecce also says the plan will allow for students to enjoy extras such as clubs, band and field trips.

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