An historic increase in funding for state schools will help students catch up, keep up and finish school according to Member for Burdekin, Dale Last MP.
Mr Last said the additional $2.8 Billion in funding over 10 years was the biggest injection of funding ever delivered to Queensland state schools and was confirmation of the state government’s goal of delivering a better future for Queensland’s children.
“Education is about opening doors for students and the Crisafulli governing is committed to opening those doors as widely as possible and keeping them open,” Mr Last said. “This funding is another step in reducing the workload on teachers, so their focus is on what they do best, helping our children achieve their full potential.”
“We know that the earlier we identify challenges that a student faces, the better chance we have of delivering the right supports to assist that child to learn and participate better in school.
“It is all a part of the bigger picture of boosting the proportion of students leaving school with a Year 12 certificate, improving attendance and also improving NAPLAN results. From a teacher’s point of view, we are improving access to high-quality and evidence-based professional learning to provide them with support and ongoing learning opportunities.”
Mr Last said the funding was tied directly to specific targets which meant the improvements would remain a key priority for the government.
“Securing the funding took a considerable amount of work but it was a priority because every Queenslanders wants to see a better and brighter future for our children. The agreement we were able to reach in 5 months is something that the previous government had been unable to do in 10 years and that proves how important this is to the Crisafulli LNP government.”
“It really is a milestone because, for the first time, every single Queensland state school will be fully funded, ending uncertainty and delays when it comes to investing in our children.”
“When it comes to our children’s future, we all have a role to play."
Contributed with thanks to Member for Burdekin Dale Last.
Member for Burdekin Dale Last standing with some local school children. Photo supplied
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