Miniota considers hut replacement options for school
A July 3 meeting in Miniota chaired by Wanda Strachan reviewed replacing the two decaying 30 year old classroom huts at Miniota School. PSFB funding limits, costs of a new gym versus portable classrooms, and interim arrangements were discussed with more meetings to follow.
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Wanda Strachan
Miniota
Birdtail River School
Public Schools Finance Board
PSFB
Ron van den Bussche
van den Bussche
Manitoba to Offer Per Pupil Grant for School Amalgamations
Manitoba will give a one time grant up to 50 per pupil to divisions that voluntarily amalgamate to improve efficiency. The plan allows a two year phase in for differential mill rates before a common rate is set, aiding transition and preserving local involvement. Ministers say costs include reorganization and tech upgrades, with plans due from boards considering amalgamation. continuous benefits claimed for students, parents, and taxpayers.
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Manitoba
Linda McIntosh
McIntosh
Job Centre Hot Dogs Hit With July Picnic Report
Kelly Stewart reports a perfect July week ending July 9 with seven dozen hot dogs and drinks sold at a charity sale. Donated supplies from Co op kept prices low though barbecues were slow to start. orders for straw berries reached about 100 pails. Plans include strawberry picking Friday July 18 and a Shoal Lake stop Wednesday July 16 for a kiddie carnival at the town fair.
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Kelly Stewart
Shoal Lake