The Ontario Ministry of Education has approved an amended project commitment for the new Blue Coast District School in Forest. Lambton Kent District School Board (LKDSB) has been granted Capital Funding for $74,066,928 for the school. It will include JK to Grade 12, three childcare rooms, and two EarlyON rooms. “We are incredibly grateful for the support of the Government of Ontario in helping us take this critical next step,” said Gary Girardi, director of education with LKDSB. “The Blue Coast District School will provide an inclusive, innovative, and future-focused learning environment for students from across the community for many, many generations to come.” LKDSB will move forward with the construction phase. It will be just west of the Shores Recreation Centre in Forest. The board says it will consolidate Aberarder Central School, Bosanquet Central Public School, Kinnwood Central Public School, and North Lambton Secondary School. “This project has been years in the making and reflects the input and vision of our students, staff, families, and community partners,” said Brian McKay, associate director of corporate services for LKDSB. “We are excited to see construction begin and look forward to welcoming students to this beautiful new space.” A Land Ceremony will take place soon. A formal groundbreaking event will take place in September.
