A two-week spring break and longer Remembrance Day weekend have become virtual traditions in School District 43.
Once again, money savings from closing schools for an extra six days will be used to help balance the budget.
SD43 officials say approximately $500,000 is saved by extending the school day a few minutes throughout the year to make up the time schools are closed and not hiring teachers on call to replace sick staff.
Board chair Melissa Hyndes acknowledged the extended breaks were initially introduced to save money but have now come to be expected.
"To have two-week spring break is a good rest for people," Hyndes said.
BCCPAC CONFERENCE
The organization representing B.C. public school parent advisory councils will celebrate 90 years next month with an annual general meeting and conference in Coquitlam.
The BC Confederation of Parent Advisory Councils is planning a celebration May 24 followed by the spring conference May 25 to 27 at the Executive Plaza Hotel and Conference Centre on North Road.
BCCPAC represents school and district parent advisory councils, including SD43's District Parent Advisory Council.
More information at www.bccpac.bc.ca.
