In the continued effort to build capacity and enhance math education in primary and elementary schools, applications are now being accepted for the fall 2022 semester for the K-6 Mathematics Bursary. The deadline to apply is October 31, 2022.

Providing access to the necessary training is a key initiative and the Department of Education welcomes applications from administrators and teachers who work with K-6 students, including replacement and substitute teachers.

Since 2018, more than $280,000 has been invested in mathematics professional learning opportunities for school administrators, classroom teachers and specialists, including $74,250 in bursaries for 127 K-6 teachers.

As referenced in the Education Action Plan,  the goal of the mathematics curriculum in the province must be student achievement that is comparable to the highest achieving Canadian jurisdictions. The Plan notes that accomplishing this

requires a sound and balanced curriculum with well-articulated outcomes and expectations, highly skilled teachers, and an assessment program that adheres to national and international assessment standards.

More information on the bursary program, including the application form, is available here.

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“Math skills are essential for students as they prepare for a world full of opportunity. The mathematics bursary helps teachers access professional learning opportunities to enhance their skills and develop additional strategies to help their students learn. I encourage all interested primary and elementary teachers to apply.”
Honourable John Haggie
Minister of Education

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Demandes ouvertes pour le Programme de bourse en mathématiques de la maternelle à la 6^e année

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Information on the K-6 Teacher Mathematics Bursary Program

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