's 591,000 elementary and secondary school students on Sept. 10 — "nonsensical," "unconscionable" and "not only endangers the lives of students and teachers, but also that of the broader community." Elementary and middle school learning groups will have a maximum of 60 students, while those in secondary school will have up to 120. 'Students and teachers are guinea pigs'The lawsuit claims the province's back-to-school plan flies in the face of current public health orders, the recent spike in B.C. By comparison, the action alleges the back-to-school plan "demonstrates a clear double standard", with "dangerous inconsistencies"— labelling the cohorts of 60 elementary and middle school students and 120 secondary students "nonsensical". elementary and secondary school students will not be required to wear face masks when they return to class.

Source: CBC News August 26, 2020 12:56 UTC