Parents, teachers, students, and community members are firmly opposed to the Burnaby Board of Education's proposed budget cuts, which threaten vital programs crucial to children's education. These include:

• The elimination of the Grade 7 Band Program
• Reductions in elementary custodial services
• Cutbacks on the district helping teachers
• Fewer days for the Strong Start calendar
• Reduction in secondary counselling services
• and more (click here to view the draft of the budget report)

Such cuts pose a significant risk of widening achievement gaps, increasing stress on educators, and severely limiting student opportunities. The community demands that the school board explore alternative solutions that prioritize student well-being and learning. They urge immediate action to ensure a better future and encourage signing the petition to express their concerns.