The findings are based on a survey of 1,244 principals from publicly-funded schools by research and advocacy group People for Education. By comparison, 22 per cent of elementary principals said managing the facilities, and 27 per cent of high school principals said managing staff, took up most of their time, according to the report, now being reviewed by the Ministry of Education. One solution is adding more vice-principals — most high schools have them, but just 45 per cent of elementary schools do. They say there aren’t enough mental health resources in schools, such as social workers, psychologists and guidance counsellors. “The government is currently reviewing all investments of mental health resources within schools with a view to building a more integrated and responsive system,” said Irwin.

Source: thestar October 03, 2018 09:11 UTC