Teachers raise concerns as local board prepares for major budget cuts

Teachers raise concerns as local board prepares for major budget cuts

By William Crooks Local Journalism Initiative As the Eastern Townships School Board (ETSB) prepares to implement significant budget reductions, the Appalachian Teachers’ Association (ATA) says it is concerned about the potential impact on students—particularly those with special needs—and is calling for broader consultation in the process. The ETSB is facing a $6.5 million cut to its operating budget, about five per cent, as part of the Quebec g…