594. The budget of the school board shall take into account the unique characteristics of its geographical location and of its student population. It shall provide for items such as the following:(a) the cost of the construction, maintenance and replacement of school buildings, residences, facilities and equipment;
(b) increases in the student population and the need for adequate teaching facilities;
(c) the cost of transportation of students and teaching staff, including transportation of students to and from schools in other parts of Québec;
(d) the development of a special curriculum provided for in section 575;
(e) the maintenance of hostels and residences for its students attending schools outside their community;
(f) the establishment and maintenance of kindergarten programs and facilities;
(g) physical education and sports programs;
(h) adult education programs;
(i) the payment of northern allowances where applicable;
(j) the provision of working conditions and benefits to attract competent teaching personnel and to encourage such personnel to remain in their positions for extended periods of time, taking into consideration the conditions and benefits offered in surrounding areas.