Tecumseh’s new Beacon Heights Public School impresses [Video]

Lauren St. Louis and three other school mates shared in the first announcements at the new Beacon Heights Public School in Tecumseh Tuesday morning.

“It’s really nice in here,” said the grade 7 student who is one of around 570 students at the school, which replaces DM Eagle.

Her classmate Oliver Hawkeswood was looking forward to the first day of school. “I’m so excited,” Hawkeswood told CTV News. “I really want to meet my teacher. It’s a new school, just a new environment. Can’t wait.”

The public school is one of two, including Erie Migration District School, to open in the region Tuesday.

Students from Tecumseh Vista’s English track moved to Beacon Heights.

“I really liked DM Eagle too, but I’m really excited for this school,” said student Harper Hill.

Students arrive for their first day of class at Tecumseh’s newest school – Beacon Heights, September 3, 2024 (Bob Bellacicco/CTV …