Today the Honourable Krista Lynn Howell, Minister of Education, and the Honourable John G. Abbott, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure and MHA St. John’s East-Quidi Vidi, announced an additional $300,000 in annual funding to the Murphy Centre to further support the Centre’s operations. This brings the total operating grant for high school academic services to over $1.16 million provided by the Provincial Government.
The Ministers made the announcement at the Murphy Centre and were joined by Tim Turner, Director of the Murphy Centre.
The additional $300,000 provided to the Murphy Centre’s annual operating grant will support the organization’s overall operations. The centre provides three options to complete a high school or equivalency diploma, as well as a wide range of career services designed to meet the unique needs of individuals.
The Murphy Centre provides effective, person-centred adult education, as well as career and personal development services to over 800 participants annually. Outreach Workers help participants connect with the centre, and navigate which services are best suited to their individual situation.
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is committed to ensuring that educational services are available to meet the needs of all students and learners. Alternative learning settings such as the Murphy Centre play a key role in providing person-centered educational environments for youth and young adults who may not be able to participate in the traditional K-12 school environment.
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“Everyone’s educational journey can be unique, and the Murphy Centre provides important services to individuals looking to continue or complete their studies. Our government is pleased to provide increased funding to the centre as they help people to meet their career and life goals.”
Honourable Krista Lynn Howell
Minister of Education
“I am pleased to join the Minister of Education in announcing this new funding for the Murphy Centre. The Centre excels in supporting and promoting youth to continue on the path of education, a precursor for their future skills development, employability and overall well-being.”
Honourable John G. Abbott
MHA St. John’s East-Quidi Vidi
“We thank the Department of Education for making this significant additional financial investment in the Murphy Centre. It is a recognition of the important work the Murphy Centre is doing to assist participants in achieving their high school education. This added funding will help address a financial shortfall and help with enhancing some of our academic services.”
Tim Turner
Director, The Murphy Centre
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