Ensuring Equity for Elementary Students

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Ensuring Equity for Elementary Students
A submission to the Education Equality Task Force

September 23, 2002

ETFO has highlighted areas where the funding formula must be changed to close the gap between our current reality and what our elementary students need. The brief outlines ways to improve the funding model that could make a difference that will last a lifetime.

ETFO is calling for

smaller class sizes
more specialist programs and teachers
more equity and flexibility

"There is a significant disparity between what is needed for a high quality elementary education and what is being funded. In order to ensure that all Ontario's children are given the best start in life, this gap must be closed. Elementary education must be better funded. Now is the time for bold action. We can't use the excuses of affordability when it comes to educating our students. Now is the time to strengthen their foundation by restoring funding and injecting new funding into our schools. If we fail, history may prove a harsh judge."

In This Document:

Public Education
Elementary Class Size
Specialist Teachers and Programs
The Early Learner
Accommodation
Transportation
Equity, Adequacy, and Flexibility
Conclusion

Funding Brief – PDF version (237 KB)

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