Expansion Recommended for Queen Elizabeth Elementary School in Kensington, P.E.I.
Report recommends adding 6 classrooms to Kensington, P.E.I., elementary school
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The P.E.I. Public Schools Branch has recommended the addition of six classrooms to Queen Elizabeth Elementary School in Kensington, Prince Edward Island, due to rising student enrollment. The school, which currently serves around 350 students, is struggling with space and could see an influx of approximately 50 more students in the coming years.
- 01Queen Elizabeth Elementary is experiencing significant overcrowding.
- 02The recommendation includes adding six classrooms and eight student support areas.
- 03Current enrollment is approximately 350 students, with projections for future growth.
- 04The Education Minister acknowledged the need for a long-term solution to address school capacity.
- 05Public feedback on the recommendations is open until May 10.
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Queen Elizabeth Elementary School in Kensington, Prince Edward Island, is facing significant overcrowding as its current enrollment of 350 students exceeds the school's capacity. The P.E.I. Public Schools Branch has proposed adding six classrooms and a minimum of eight student support areas to accommodate the growing student population, which could increase by approximately 50 students in the coming years. Principal Jaime Moase highlighted the school's creative use of existing space, noting that staff have repurposed storage rooms and meeting areas for teaching. The issue was also raised in the P.E.I. Legislature by Kensington-Malpeque MLA Matthew MacKay, who emphasized the need for a long-term solution as Kensington is one of the fastest-growing communities in P.E.I. Education Minister Robin Croucher acknowledged the ongoing investments in school infrastructure but stated that it would be premature to discuss expansion plans until the Public Schools Branch completes its consultation and formal recommendations. Moase expressed optimism about the expansion, believing it would enhance the school's role as a community hub and better meet students' needs.
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The proposed expansion will help accommodate the growing student population, ensuring that educational needs are met in Kensington.
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