NSD seeking more feedback from residents about the future of Dr. Mary Jackson School
Posted on March 22
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Northland School Division No.61 (NSD) is seeking more input from parents, guardians, grandparents and community members about the future of Dr. Mary Jackson School. On January 26, 2018, the Board of Trustees approved a notice of motion regarding the possible closing of Dr. Mary Jackson School. The consideration was initiated in response low enrolment numbers triggering criteria for possible closure as set out in Policy 15 – School Closure. On March 15th, NSD hosted a public meeting to understand the reasons why enrolment is down and discuss alternative programming and a preferred future for Dr. Mary Jackson School.
Click here to view March 15, 2018, Dr. Mary Jackson School Viability Community Meeting Minutes
“I would like to thank parents, guardians, grandparents, elders, community members and school staff for participating in this important process,” said Maddy Daniels, Board Chair. “It’s important to have challenging conversations in order to make decisions based on the best interest of students. Before a final decision is made, I encourage parents, guardians, grandparents, elders, community members and school staff who haven’t filled out the survey that was provided at the meeting to please do so. We need your participation and feedback.”
The survey questions will help NSD understand: why families are sending their child or children to another elementary school, what families like about Dr. Mary Jackson School and what changes would families like to see at the school.
“We are very interested in finding ways to ensure the school is viable,” said Gord Atkinson, Superintendent of Schools. “We need the school community voices to help us create a learning environment that helps Dr. Mary Jackson School students thrive as learners.”
Click here to fill out the survey or visit Dr. Mary Jackson School to fill it out the questionnaire. The survey window is open until Monday, April 16, 2018. You can also submit feedback by mail or email to:
- Mail: Gord Atkinson, Superintendent of Schools, Northland School Division No.61, P.O. Bag 1400 9809 77th Avenue Peace River, AB, T8S-1V2
- Email: gord.atkinson@nsd61.ca
Once NSD has captured the feedback, the Board of Trustees will review the input and other pertinent information prior to the May 24, 2018, Regular Board Meeting. At that time, the Board of Trustees will decide the future of Dr. Mary Jackson School.