If a decision is made to close or consolidate a school, how quickly will it happen?

If a decision is made on or before February 28 to close a school, the school would close in September of the same year. Example: If a decision is made by Trustees in February 2017 to close a school, the school would close September 2017.

If a decision is made to close a school after March 1, the school would be closed the following school year. Example: If a decision is made by Trustees between March – June 2017 to close a school, the school would close in September 2018.

If a decision is made to close a school, a Transition Planning Committee that would include Board and school staff, parents and students (where possible) would be established and a very thorough and collaborative transition plan would be put into place to ensure a smooth transition for students and staff.