This will be the last year for our present elementary program at Burton School. Sadly our enrollment is just too low for us to continue to be able to provide a rich educational experience and diverse social environment for children's learning. This school is dearly loved by the community of Burton and holds wonderful memories for families, community members, teachers, support staff and students. I am grateful for every minute I have been able to spend here, sharing in the learning of others while learning new things for myself.
If you would like to visit the school on Thursday evenings between now
and the end of the year, you can take part in the weaving project that
is helping us record memories and pull together as a community during
this time of transition. At school, we are working with our students to help them move on, with confidence, to new, exciting learning experiences. We are planning a potluck supper in June to celebrate all the incredible experiences we continue to share on these grounds. During this evening, there will be opportunities to share memories and wishes for the future.
Burton community members aren't willing to let our school go. Plans are in the works for an all-ages learning centre and community hub, devoted to providing education and wellness to Burton and Burtonites, and beyond. We plan to build on our existing community literacy and fitness activities, to continue running our community programs, and to provide even more services, education and community in our beautiful little school.
We will miss the children, who bring so much life and laughter to our "school with a view."
