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River Heights opened its doors in 1947 as an elementary school,
serving the "baby boom" generation. In 1953, it switched student
clientele with nearby Robert H. Smith School and became a Junior High
School in order to meet changing demographic needs. A growing student
population led to the construction of a new wing in 1967 which included
a library and a theatre. In 1975, River Heights School became one of the
first in western Canada to offer courses in the French Immersion
program. Today, at École River Heights School, new developments include
the adaptation of facilities to accommodate physicallychallenged
students. These include the installation of specialized washrooms, ramps
and an elevator at the Grosvenor entrance. In September, 1995 École
River Heights School became a Middle Years Facility for Grade 7 and 8
students. Each of these changes are visible reminders of an ongoing
effort to adapt to meet students' needs. |
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