Why can’t you rebuild Carleton elementary?  

In 2016, Carleton school was damaged by an unexpected fire, making it unusable for education purposes. Since that time, the school has not accommodated VSB students. Millions of dollars would need to be invested to accommodate students, and even then, the school would remain at high seismic risk.  

 Given the extensive damage re-opening Carleton is not financially feasible now, or at a future date. 

If the Board approves the closure, what will happen to the school site?  

Should the Board make the decision to remove the catchment boundary, a separate land disposal process will be followed, as per Policy 20 – Land Disposal. A separate engagement process with stakeholders and impacted groups would take place.

Can I stay in the same school although my catchment has changed in the proposed boundary adjustments 

Yes. No student currently attending their school will be required to change schools.