SD58 progressing toward Merritt schools reopening after Spring Break

MERRITT, B.C. — Following the devastating flood in mid-November, the local school district has been working to repair damage done to multiple schools in Merritt.

Diamond Vale Elementary, Merritt Central, Merritt Secondary and the school board office were all damaged to varying degrees during the disaster.

“We are happy to let you know that we are making good progress in repairing schools on the Merritt side of the district, progress is steady and our plans for schools being ready for kids remain on track. We are optimistic that both Merritt Secondary and Diamond Vale Elementary Schools will be ready for kids and staff after Spring Break, on Monday, April 4th, 2022,” wrote Assistant Superintendent Jameel Aziz in a letter to families.

Merritt Central School received the most damage during the floods and isn’t expected to reopen until September.

“Merritt Central Elementary School has a longer timeline for repair, but we are still planning to move all Central students and staff to Coquihalla Middle School after Spring Break until their building is hopefully ready for occupancy by September of 2022 ,” added Aziz.

On the Princeton side of the district, schools are fully functioning except for a boil water advisory in place throughout the community.