As part of the Provincial Government’s continuing effort to enhance math education for students in primary and elementary schools, K-6 Mathematics Bursaries are available for eligible teachers again this year.
The Department of Education’s Mathematics Bursary Program is designed to encourage public school teacher participation in university level courses in mathematics content that is beneficial for the teaching of mathematics in K-6. The program is open for applications three times per year.
Mathematics Bursary Program application timeline by semester:
| Spring, Intercession and Summer Applications | Fall Applications | Winter Applications |
| Opens: April 1, 2023 Closes: June 30, 2023 |
Opens: August 1, 2023 Closes: October 31, 2023 |
Opens: December 1, 2023 Closes: February 28, 2024 |
Providing access to the necessary training is a key initiative and the department welcomes applications from administrators and teachers who work with K-6 students, including replacement and substitute teachers.
More information on the bursary program, including the application form, is available here.
Since 2018, more than $330,000 has been invested in mathematics professional learning opportunities for school administrators, classroom teachers and specialists, including $81,000 in bursaries for 140 K-6 teachers.
As referenced in the Education Action Plan, the goal of the mathematics curriculum in the province is to recognize 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.
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“Math bursaries provide teachers a tremendous opportunity to achieve greater skill and comfort in mathematics teaching. Mathematics skills are foundational for our students. It is important that teachers be knowledgeable, creative, and prepared to help students develop these vital skills. I encourage all of our primary and elementary teachers and administrators to take advantage of the bursary to engage mathematics professional learning opportunities.”
Honourable John Haggie
Minister of Education
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