The proposed $79 million education budget for 2027 is insufficient, according to Education Minister Sharie deCastro. DeCastro plans to request more funds during the Standing Finance Committee deliberations.
The current allocation will provide a starting point but falls short of the ministry's requirements. The minister aims to improve school infrastructure, educational resources, and teacher training.
A major priority is curriculum reform, which has not been comprehensively reviewed since 2007. DeCastro urges residents to advocate for increased education spending to influence funding decisions.