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‘Safe September’ rally in Lethbridge calls on more school funding ahead of fall return
Rallies across Alberta call for more school funding ahead of fall return “There are parents that are worried for their children’s safety — their safety as well — and the community’s safety,” said Carla Carcamo, one of the parents at the rally.Those in attendance say they feel the government’s current re-entry plan for schools is not adequate, especially when it comes to maintaining physical distancing measures and enforcing face-covering policies, specifically among younger students or those with learning disabilities.One Lethbridge mom says she won’t be sending her kids back to school, but will be opting for online learning instead.Jayne Werry, a parent at the event, said she’d only change her mind “if we see a huge drop in virus cases,