"We all know that helping students succeed is also about improving the quality of education that they’re getting. That’s why we’re targeting additional resources into programs that work," said Allan. "We’ve made reducing class sizes to give our students more attention in their early years a priority and we’re creating new supports for early literacy and numeracy programs because they’re producing results."

The minister said that in addition to the $25.5 million, the province will also dedicate a further $4 million this year to help school divisions begin reducing class sizes to 20 students in kindergarten to Grade 3. Allan also noted that Manitoba’s Early Literacy Intervention programs will receive $1 million in new resources and the Early Numeracy Initiative targeted towards students in kindergarten to Grade 4 will be expanded to included students up to Grade 8 with an approximate increase of $780,000.

"All parents want their children to succeed. Now, more than ever, success depends on education. A good education allows young people to write their own ticket in life," Allan said. "These targeted and strategic investments will ensure our students will get the skills they need for a successful future and a strong education system will ensure Manitoba continues to grow and thrive."