NWSD staff feeling optimistic after government funding boost
While he’s still unsure of the exact outcome it will have locally, Duane Hauk, the director of education for Northwest School Division (NWSD) said he was pleased to hear some provincial government funding was restored earlier this week.
Newly-elected Premier Scott Moe announced an increase to mid-school year funding of $7.5 million which will be dispersed among Saskatchewan school divisions to assist in dealing with front-line educational pressures. Moe added he will guarantee a $30 million investment in education within the upcoming 2018-2019 budget.
“Anytime we get some additional funding, whether it’s mid-year or any point in the year, we’re always pleased with that,” Hauk said.
He said the initial news was very positive, but the division staff and board members have some work to do to determine what the money will translate to for NWSD.