Let s not wait for our education system to follow the path of the health care system. We are spending so much money now on crisis intervention in health that we can't spend money on preventative care, which would eliminate much of the later, more expensive, curative care. In education, investing now will prevent having to spend more later to fix the problems when young people are inadequately prepared. Our economy is dependent on our education system. Let's make that investment in our future.
Local help is requested.
Representatives from school divisions are asked to arrange meetings between local MLAs and the four educational partners in their areas. These meetings should be held as soon as possible so that MLAs understand the importance of increased funding when they make their budget decisions. Discussion groups looked at the issues facing education and the priorities of those involved in educating the province's children. We want to know what's important to the other groups we work with to educate our students,'' said SSTA President Debbie Ward. The Provincial Executive of the SSTA considered the talks when setting its priorities for the upcoming year.