Mathison Meets Local School Leaders at South Eastern Secondary Heads Association Conference in Newcastle
Alliance MLA Nick Mathison has met with school leaders from across the South Eastern area today at the South Eastern Secondary Heads Association Conference in Newcastle, where he addressed delegates on the challenges facing local education.
Speaking after the meeting, Mr Mathison said: “I am delighted to have been invited to speak to the principals today in Newcastle.
“Our school leaders are carrying enormous responsibilities, and it is clear they are operating under unprecedented pressure.
“School remain chronically underfunded, building maintenance needs continue to grow, workloads are intensifying, and the rising complexity of Special Educational Needs is stretching resources further still.
“All of this is happening alongside significant changes to curriculum and assessment frameworks.
“I am committed to engaging with local educators, ensuring their experiences and expertise shape the discussions and decisions that affect them.
“Our principals and teachers deserve support, certainty, and investment, and I will continue to advocate for that at every opportunity.”
Mr Mathison said he welcomed the opportunity to listen directly to school leaders and will be following up on specific issues raised during the conference.
