A potential site has been identified for the new Riverview school
The minister met with parents, students and School District 2 representatives to discuss the new school planned for Riverview on August 24. A potential site has been identified and is awaiting the results of an environmental assessment. The school will accommodate 650 students from kindergarten to Grade 8. Two schools will close when the new one opens in 2012.
Government underlines importance of 21st century skills
The need for a shift in thinking about how students are taught, and the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the 21st century, were highlighted by Premier Shawn Graham and Education Minister Roland Haché as they visited two regional science fairs.