Public Schools of Saskatchewan calls for fully-funded public education [Video]

The first week of the campaign period is well underway in Saskatchewan and we’ve seen a number of promises made by both parties so far.

But the Public Schools Board of Saskatchewan is hoping to push the conversation around education to the top of the list.

“Public education is the cornerstone of a democratic society, and a fully-funded public education system can only benefit society throughout our province,” said Norm Dray, public director for Public Schools of Saskatchewan.

The board published an editorial calling for three key items — a fully-funded public school system, school board autonomy from the province and the defunding of private and independent schools.

Dray added every dollar put towards private schools is one taken away from the public system.

“We think it’s a false choice to think that by funding private schools that that’s a choice for people, because only those that can afford the tuition and afford to get their kids …