The Chippewa Renaming Committee says work is ongoing in bringing Widdifield, Fricker and Chippewa staff and students together under one new name and identity.
The committee says they were pleased with the number of suggested names they got via a survey that closed at the end of March – and they sparked discussions on how each aligned with the outlined criteria.
Officials add they’re also aware of the suggestion to keep the name as Chippewa and they acknowledge that many emotions and opinions accompany any school name change.
The committee says the change is not to erase history but to create a new identity that unites all consolidated schools and reflects values of equity and inclusivity. Once a short list of five names is ready, the board says the names will be shared for further consultation and feedback.
