Official groundbreaking ceremony for new Oakville high school to take place Thursday, June 12 at 1 p.m.
Ceremony will take place at the school site located at 4020 Sixth Line
The Halton District School Board will hold an official groundbreaking ceremony for a new Oakville high school (Oakville NE #1 HS) on Thursday, June 12 at 1 p.m. The ceremony will take place at the school site, located at 4020 Sixth Line in Oakville (see attached map).
The new school is being developed to support current and projected student enrolment growth in the Oakville community. The four-storey facility will accommodate up to 1,338 students and include 88 licensed childcare spaces. Key features of the school include natural lighting, an open concept library, a music room, a stage and gym and a sports field.
The project’s construction budget of approximately $71 million is supported by capital funding provided by the Ontario Ministry of Education. The Halton District School Board awarded the architectural contract to Snyder Architects, while TRP Construction is leading the construction phase. The school has been designed to support 21st-century learning and reflects the HDSB’s commitment to providing vibrant, supportive spaces where students and staff are inspired to learn and thrive.
In attendance at the ceremony will be Halton District School Board trustees, senior administrative staff, local government officials, area residents and a number of students who will attend the new school once it opens.
Quotes
“Our government is focused on supporting students, teachers and parents while ensuring school boardsare equipping our students with the tools they need to succeed,” said Paul Calandra, Minister of
Education. “Once completed, this project will offer an inspiring learning environment that helps students prepare for the jobs of tomorrow. Our government will continue to provide the resources students need for ultimate achievement.”
“This new high school is a powerful investment in the future of Oakville North–Burlington—one that will support our growing community and help prepare the next generation for success,” said Effie Triantafilopoulos, MPP for Oakville North–Burlington and Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Gaming. “I’m proud to support a project that reflects our shared commitment to high-quality, inclusive education. With state-of-the-art learning spaces, 88 licensed childcare spots and capacity for over 1,300 students, this school will become a cornerstone for families and a foundation for lifelong learning.”
“The start of construction on this new high school marks an exciting and important milestone for the Oakville community,” says Amy Collard, Chair of the Halton District School Board. “As Oakville continues to grow, this school will play an integral role in supporting current and future students and providing a welcoming and supportive learning environment, a reflection of our commitment to student success and well-being as outlined in our 2024-2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan. We are grateful for the dedicated advocacy of local Trustee Kelly Amos (Oakville, Wards 5 & 7), whose long-standing leadership and commitment to student achievement have helped make this project a reality. We also extend our thanks to the Ontario Ministry of Education for their continued support and investment, which helps us grow alongside the communities and plan for the future.”
HDSB 2024-2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan
The 2024-2028 Multi-Year Strategic Plan sets direction and prioritizes the collective actions of all students, staff, families and community members. This plan ensures our efforts as an organization are aligned and coordinated to support more than 67,000 students, 11,000 staff and the broader HDSB community. The six commitments identified in this four-year plan intersect and overlap to ensure that we take a cohesive approach to fulfilling its objectives.
Background resources
*Please refer to the attached map for the school site location as the area is new and Google Maps has not been updated yet.
For additional information, contact: Amy Mejia, Senior Communications Officer
communications@hdsb.ca | 905-335-3663, Toll free: 1-877-618-3456
