Jamie McKinnon, incoming Director of Education for the Bruce Grey Catholic District School Board.
(Photo submitted)Jamie McKinnon, incoming Director of Education for the Bruce Grey Catholic District School Board. (Photo submitted)
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Mildmay Parents Upset Over Sacred Heart School Changes

A group of Mildmay citizens brought their concerns with Sacred Heart School to the Grey Bruce Catholic School Board this week.

Spokesperson Bill Goetz told the board they are unhappy with a decision to close the junior building in Mildmay, and move all the students to the senior building.

Construction of an addition to the senior building is expected to begin in the spring.

The parents are worried about adequate playground and parking facilities at the senior building, and worry about the safety of students who are travelling to the junior site for recess.

They're asking to meet with the board to come up with a solution that is satisfactory.

Director of Education Jamie McKinnon says the board will review the situation with hopes to have the board respond in the new year on how those

“We have the responsibility to sustain catholic education, and to ensure student safety,and we are committed to that.We are open to finding new solutions...we are glad you’re here today,and we want you to be part of our school community," says McKinnon. "The intention is not to be antagonistic, but to move forward.”

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