Mini-budget brings special teachers

Six Peninsula schools will receive special education teachers as part of the State Government's mini-Budget.

Brisbane Water Secondary College's Woy Woy and Umina campus will receive special education teachers, as will Ettalong Public School, Woy Woy South Public School, Umina Public School and Woy Woy Public School.

Member for Gosford Ms Marie Andrews said she welcomed the extra investment in public education.

"The Rees Government has injected funds into improving school facilities and providing extra support for needy schools," Ms Andrews said.

"The mini-Budget allocates $9 million to fund the equivalent of 80 new full time specialist teacher positions in 265 schools.

"Classroom teachers at these Peninsula schools will have access to specialist advice and additional assistance in working with students who need extra support in their learning.

"The specialist teachers will work with classroom teachers to respond to the specific learning needs of students who are experiencing difficulties in learning.

"This extra help will assist students with dyslexia, autism, language delay, behavioural disorders and mental health issues."

Press release, 12 Nov 2008 Marie Andrews, Member for Gosford