December 5, 2019 – Near North District School Board (NNDSB) Trustees were provided with an update on the North Secondary School 3:2 Consolidation at a Special Committee of the Whole Meeting on December 3, 2019. Senior Administration and school staff continue to work on the implementation of the 3:2 school consolidation through the ongoing review of budgets and workplans.
Trustees discussed options for programming at West Ferris Secondary School and Chippewa Secondary School for the 2020/2021 school year. In addition to existing programs the NNDSB will be offering a new Near North Sports Program at West Ferris Secondary School. Senior Administration confirmed their ongoing commitment to ensuring that all specialized programs are equitable and available to all students.
“The Board of Trustees is committed to making decisions that are in the best interests of our students and communities. While the decision to close a school is a difficult one, moving forward we will be able to continue providing quality programs and supports for our students.” Jay Aspin, Chair
For more information, please contact:
Mairghread Knought
Information/Communications Officer
Near North District School Board
Tel: 705-472-8170 ext. 5010
Email: Mairghread.Knought@nearnorthschools.ca
