Grand Forks principal debunks community rumours

As Grand Forks Secondary School undergoes bathroom renovations, community concern is circulating around clarity of the gender-neutral facilities.

Principal of Grand Forks Secondary School, Tom Eccleston, assures the community the renovations are no cause for concern. Male and female bathrooms will remain as is, with one universal washroom available.

“We are renovating two of the boys’ bathrooms, two of the girls’ bathrooms and our universal bathroom,” said Mr Eccleston.

“We’ve had gender neutral bathrooms since I arrived and before then.”

Meanwhile, Principal Eccleston denies allegations stall doors being removed from washrooms because of vaping and encourages any concerned residents or parents to contact the school.

“If any parents have concerns, they can contact me directly.” said Mr. Eccleston.


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Kate Brown
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Kate is a proud mom of two with a wealth of journalism, media and communications experience. Born in Australia, Kate moved to the Kootenays for a change in lifestyle and now spends her days enjoying the mountains, lakes and activities the region has to offer.

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