Families in the Trenton, Pictou County area are another step closer to having a new, modern school in their community.
The Province has awarded Marco Group Limited the contract to replace Trenton Elementary and Trenton Middle schools with a new pre-primary to Grade 8 school that will accommodate up to 300 students. The first phase of the project will be initial design work.
"This is an exciting day for the entire community as we start to design the new school that the town of Trenton deserves," said Pictou Centre MLA Danny MacGillivray, on behalf of Public Works Minister Fred Tilley. "The important feedback and input from parents, students, educators and community members have helped determine the preferred location for the school and will continue to be invaluable as we shape the design of their new school."
The new school will be built next to the Trenton Minor Sports Community Centre and Trenton Park. The site best meets program needs, offers safe access for students and buses, and provides opportunities to share community infrastructure.
The project will be designed to be net-zero ready and meet LEED Silver or Green Globes energy and environmentally sustainable design certification.
Quotes:
"Marco is committed to building a school that will be a hub for learning, growth and community connection. We look forward to delivering a facility that supports both student success and the Trenton community."
Allan MacIntosh, President, Marco Group
"We are so thrilled to hear the new Trenton school has hit another milestone. Each step moves us close to creating a new welcoming and inclusive school where students, staff and families can feel a fresh sense of belonging and connection."
Erin MacDonald, Principal, Trenton Middle School
Quick Facts:
- Phase 1 of the contract is worth $1.7 million
- Trenton Elementary School was built in 1966 and has 136 students in pre-primary to Grade 4
- Trenton Middle School was built in 1925 with additions in 1953, 1967 and 1985 and has 108 students in grades 5 through 8
- Nova Scotia's multi-year school capital plan, with more than $1 billion in work, includes building new schools and investing in current schools
- 18 new or replacement schools are currently advancing through the school capital process
Additional Resources:
- Nova Scotia School Capital Plan: https://www.ednet.ns.ca/capitalplan
- Information on net-zero energy ready buildings: https://www.efficiencycanada.org/building-codes/net-zero-energy-ready-buildings-in-canada/
- Information on LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification: https://www.cagbc.org/our-work/certification/leed/
- Information on Green Globes certification: https://thegbi.org/assessment-certification/green-globes-certification/
