Harry Balfour School celebrated Arbor Day with a new tree thanks to the support of the County of Grande Prairie, Arbor Day Society, and Government of Alberta Wildfire group. The Grade 1 students were excited to welcome County of Grande Prairie Reeve Bob Marshall and Deputy Reeve Amanda Frayn, and Arbor Day Society’s Judy Tremblay and Brenden Mondoux to their official tree planting ceremony.
Assistant Principal Mrs. Maryanne Buck says the school’s new crabapple tree is more than just a plant, it’s a symbol of care, growth, and community. “This tree will provide shade to generations of Harry Balfour Bengals, and serve as a peaceful spot for our neighbours and families to gather for decades to come.” She adds that events like the tree planting ceremony remind her how lucky Harry Balfour students and staff are to belong to such a caring and connected community. “Trees take time to grow, and so does community, but when we nurture both, we create something truly lasting.” On behalf of Harry Balfour School, Mrs. Buck thanks everyone for helping bring the idea of a new tree to life. She encourages everyone to continue to plant seeds, literally and figuratively, that will help the school and community grow strong together.
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