BARRIE, ONT. -- The Ontario government's announcement about a new option for remote learning starting in September left school boards reworking plans yet again and parents weighing the options. "I'm leaning towards online school for September," said Grade 11 student Kennedy Watson. The Huntsville High School student said if given a choice, she's staying home for her last year of high school. "I think it's way safer." Ontario education unions and advocacy groups argue the change to a permanent online learning option would divert funds from in-class learning and ultimately undermine the public education system. Simcoe County Elementary Teachers' Federation president, Janet Bigham, said the on-again, off-again lockdowns have been difficult. "It's been very stressful for staff. It's been very stressful for students and families, and we hope everyone is safe."