Monday, April 25, 2011

Public School Board faces Funding Cuts

The Keewatin-Patricia District School Board has been hit with a 1.2-million dollar reduction in funds from the Provincial Government.

Funding has been cut in native studies, special education, transportation, professional development, operations as well as classroom computers.

Superintendant of Business Dean Carrie admits balancing the 2011-2012 budget will be a challenge.

He hopes to have the budget ready for Trusteses on May 24th, with final approval on June 14th.