NDP MLA Leonard Says Families Will Receive Help With Costs Of School Activities And Supplies

There is a little more detail on new funding from the province for local school districts.

Courtenay-Comox MLA Ronna-Rae Leonard says families who are struggling with expenses for school activities will be receiving more support from their school districts.

“This funding will help students in our region to access the essential school supplies, extracurricular activities, and nutritious meals that will allow them to thrive,” said Leonard.

“By investing in programs that empower families, nurture children, and support students’ ability to learn, we are investing in B.C.’s future.”

Local school districts are receiving the following funding from the province to help schools provide support directly to families.

Qualicum School District #69, $138,000
Pacific Rim Scholl District #70, $125,000
Comox Valley School District #71, $422,000

Funding will help pay for student necessities, such as school supplies, school fees and class trips, as well as additional costs associated with joining a school sports team or music program.

The support comes from the Student and Family Affordability Fund, which is being replenished with an additional $20 million this spring.

More than $60 million has been provided to school districts through this program over the past two years.

SD 71 also received more than $1.1 million for food programs during the school year.