British Columbia boosts K 12 funding with 105 million
Premier Glen Clark and Education Minister Paul Ramsey unveiled a 105 million boost for B C K 12 for the 1998 99 year. The plan adds 400 teachers 300 aides counselors and librarians, raises per pupil funding to 5849, and targets smaller classes stronger literacy and expanded special education ESL and aboriginal programs across the province.
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CUPE Backs BC Education Funding Increase
CUPE praised the proposed rise in education funding in British Columbia. Barry ONeill, CUPE president, said the move signals proper provincial priorities and supports pressure on K 12 support staff. He noted frontline workers have endured strain while funds fluctuated and welcomed relief and restored services. The 20 000 CUPE school workers welcomed the investment.
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Public School Employers back funding but seek bargaining tweaks
The British Columbia Public School Employers Association endorses provincial funding for education yet calls for changes to the teachers' collective agreement. Chair Charles Hingston says funds must be used effectively and class size, teacher evaluation, and selection procedures need flexibility to relieve financial squeezes and benefit students.
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