Alberta's Budget Surplus Clash: What It Means for Calgary Schools

Here is one we found in the depths of the Calgary Subreddit... The chatter online is buzzing about Alberta's education budget. With Alberta boasting a massive $8.3 billion surplus, the government says it can only allocate $2.6 billion over four years to tackle class sizes. This decision has hit a nerve given that Alberta already spends the least per student nationwide, at $13,494 compared to the national average of $16,579. For Calgary parents and teachers, this means potential overcrowding and stretched resources in local schools. These figures come as the province directs funds to other priorities, leaving our children grappling with the consequences of underfunded education. On the local front, Calgary's vibrant, young community highly values education as a key driver for our future workforce and economy. It's this community focus on supporting youth that sharpens the edge of concern regarding the government’s spending decisions. Want to dive deeper into these numbers and decisions?

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