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March 21, 2000
(Education)

 

The following statement was issued today by Judy Foote, Minister of Education. It was also read in the House of Assembly:

$725,000 investment in graphing technology for senior high schools

I rise to inform honourable members of the allocation of $725,000 for senior high schools to purchase graphing calculators. These calculators are used by teachers and students to enhance mathematic and science programs.

This technology will support the delivery of the new senior high mathematics curriculum which was developed conjointly for the Atlantic region. Implementation of this curriculum began last September for a small portion of the student population and will extend to include all Grade 10 students and a small portion of Grade 11 students in the province by next September.

While this technology currently exists in some schools in this province, there is inconsistency from school to school. These new funds will help to level the playing field between small and large schools in different areas of the province.

We recognize that supporting curriculum sometimes must go beyond the traditional approach which was characterized by the supply of only print material. Technology can enhance the quality, depth, and breadth of the learning experience and I�m pleased that this government is able to provide the means to purchase it. This expenditure demonstrates this government�s continued commitment to providing quality programs to ensure excellence in teaching and learning.

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