Anne Roberts Young Elementary opens ahead of schedule

FORT ST. JOHN–Some students in Fort St. John will be kicking off their school year in a new school.

Anne Roberts Young Elementary opens its doors next week, the new school includes a child care centre and indoor multi-purpose rooms for community use.

“Last week, I had the opportunity to do a walk-through of the school. My excitement grew as I envisioned students operating in the bright learning spaces.”–Helen Gilbert, chair of the Peace River North board of education

The Province invested $31.1 million to build the new school, while the Peace River North School District contributed $300,000, for a total project budget of $31.4 million. Several portables will be removed from nearby schools or converted to other uses as a result of the new facility. The school has been completed quite earlier than expected, with it’s originally scheduled opening date set for January 2021.