Barrie, ON – In a recent announcement, the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board has confirmed that the W.C. Little Public School in Barrie will be converted to a Catholic school starting this fall. The decision has been made in response to the growing demand for Catholic education in the area.
As a result of the conversion, all students currently attending W.C. Little Public School will have the option to remain in the school if they are baptized Catholic. The school board is committed to ensuring that all students are able to continue their education without any disruptions.
The decision to convert the school has been met with mixed reactions from the community. Some parents and residents are concerned about the impact of the conversion on the local public education system, while others are excited about the opportunity to have a Catholic school in the area.
The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board has assured the community that the conversion will not have any negative impact on the local public education system. The board has also stated that they are committed to providing a high-quality Catholic education to students in the area.
The conversion process is expected to begin immediately, with the school scheduled to officially become a Catholic school in the fall. The board is encouraging all interested parents to reach out to them directly with any questions or concerns they may have about the conversion process.
In conclusion, the conversion of W.C. Little Public School to a Catholic school is an exciting development for the community. With the option for all students who are baptized Catholic to remain in the school, the board is ensuring that no child’s education will be disrupted by the conversion. The Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board is committed to providing a high-quality Catholic education to students in the area, and this conversion is a positive step towards achieving that goal.