Off to a Great School Year

Rosanne Fortier - News Correspondent

August 28 was the first day of school for the 2025/26 school year for both Elk Island Public School and Elk Island Catholic Schools, and some students exclaimed that they were excited, while others wished the summer holidays were a bit longer.

PJ McCauley shared that he loves learning and being with his friends, so he was happy.

Ben McCauley expressed that he was looking forward to seeing friends and teachers again and learning.

Anna Derkson, who was going into Grade Four, was sad because she had to get up early. There is nothing she is looking forward to about being back.

Two kids from the Wowdzia family mentioned that they were happy because it would be good to see their friends again, but the middle child said he prefers to stay home and hang out with his mother.