News

GECDSB Unveils 478million Proposed Budget for the Coming School Year

am800-news-greater-essex-county-district-school-board-sign-1.2694610 am800-news-greater-essex-county-district-school-board-sign ((AM800 file photo))

Published: 

The Greater Essex County District School Board has unveiled a 478million proposed budget for the upcoming school year

The Greater Essex County District School Board has unveiled its proposed budget for the 2020-2021 school year.

It calls for total spending of $478-million dollars, including $2.8-million in COVID-19 expenses for personal protective equipment, additional cleaning and temporary storage containers.

A report to trustees Tuesday night also shows a $25-million commitment from the Ministry of Education towards the pandemic.

Other highlights include $10-million for mental health to support continued learning and well-being of students.

Technology related costs are supported by $15-million in funding.

The budget is expected to get final approval August 11.

With files from CTV Windsor