The Wild Rose School Division (WRSD) is getting closer to opening a new high school.

Officials say, with the new year, comes further excitement as they anticipate the opening of the new David Thompson High School.

Despite the efforts of the general contractor, officials say the completion and transfer of the new school was delayed due to material and equipment shortages and delivery delays.

However, the WRSD says it is closely monitoring the work progress and is planning for a transition date for staff and students to ensure student safety and minimize educational disruptions. The Division’s hope is that once students and staff are in the building, there will be minimal disruption due to work still needing to be completed.

The last day for students at the current building will be Friday, Feb. 17, 2023. Division staff will be working with the school staff to move during the week. Officials note, to assist with the transition, there will be no school for David Thompson students on Monday, Feb. 27. The first day for students at the new school will be Tuesday, Feb. 28. Charlotte Small School, however, will still have school on Feb. 27.

The final stage of the David Thompson solution project is the demolition of the existing David Thompson High School building, remediation of the sewage lagoon and removal of most other site amenities. It is anticipated this work will be completed over the next year.