Two PWPSD schools were among nine schools and organizations to receive International Paper grants during a cheque presentation and luncheon at the Dunes Golf and Winter Club on November 20.

The International Paper Grant Foundation presented $12,500 to the Bezanson School Booster Club for the playground fund.

A $15,000 literacy grant to Hythe Regional School will fund books for use in school that students can take home at the end of the year to help build their personal library.

International Paper is involved in global community engagement.

"The future of our communities depends on the children, and therefore, we support strategic partners that focus on helping children succeed via a comprehensive approach to education. Literacy, particularly from birth through 3rd grade, is our primary focus because reading skills form the foundation for all childhood learning."