Thousands kick-start new school year at English Montreal School Board
Global News
Thousands of excited Montreal students headed back to school on Wednesday.
Carlyle Elementary students didn’t let Wednesday’s morning rainfall dampen their spirits.
Hundreds of children gathered in the school’s courtyard to find their new teachers and old friends.
“I’m a bit sad because summer’s over, but also happy that I’m finally going to school,” said Vrisan Patel, who is starting Grade 3.
Parents were also happy to get their children back into a routine.
“He was tired, he didn’t want to wake up,” Kiran Patel said. “Hopefully it’s going to be better from tomorrow.”
Teachers were also happy to get back to their regular programming.
A daycare educator known to Carlyle students as Ms. Roula, was at the school bright and early, making sure to greet as many students as possible.
She was also helping prepare for a special general assembly — a celebration for the English Montreal School Board (EMSB)’s 25th anniversary.
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