Cellphones, vaping to be banned in Ontario classrooms

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CALEDON — The Ontario government is investing $47.5 million to support safe and healthy learning, along with implementing the most comprehensive plan in Canada to restrict student use of cellphones and ban vaping in schools. By removing distractions, students can focus their attention on academic achievement, which will include modernized courses in business and career studies, and technological education. “With …

Ontario Unveils Back-to-Basics KG Curriculum

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New mandatory learning will focus on literacy and math skills for the province’s youngest learners TORONTO — The Ontario government is taking continued action to emphasize back-to-basics learning by introducing mandatory learning through clear and direct instruction in reading, writing and math for kindergarten students. Combined with hands-on and play-based learning, this new kindergarten curriculum will ensure students entering Grade …