NLIS 9 March 21, 2002 (Education) New money for school construction and renovations An additional $10 million has been allocated in 2002-2003 to address priority construction and renovation in the province�s school system. "This funding is in addition to the $23 million announced last year, bringing the total investment in school construction and renovations since education reform to $170 million," said Education Minister Judy Foote. "We are committed to ensuring our students receive the highest quality education in state-of-the-art schools, complete with modern teaching and learning resources. Our investment in new school construction and renovations is an example of government�s commitment to education and to our province�s greatest resource - our youth." To date, students are attending classes in new schools in 11 communities: Buchans, Clarenville, Hopedale, Nain, Norman Bay, Pollard�s Point, Rigolet, Upper Trinity South, Arnold�s Cove, Lethbridge and Pouch Cove. Planning or construction is under way for 15 more facilities. Media contact: Catherina Kennedy, Communications, (709) 729-0048. 2002 03 21 3:00 p.m. |
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