Pioneer
Schools in The R.M. of Arthur
8.
Verona School District No. 409 (1885-1958)
The Verona School District was formed in July 1885. Debentures were
issued to finance the construction of a school building on the
northeast quarter of 16-2-26 west of the Principal Meridian, in the
Rural Municipality of Arthur. The first classes began in April 1886. In
1897, the school was moved to 15-1-26W. A new building was constructed
at the same site in 1918, featuring a full basement, coal room, store
room, cistern, and indoor toilet. In addition to supporting the
educational activities of the district, the school also served as a
community centre for church services, socials, and meetings. The school
closed in January 1958 and became part of Waskada Consolidated School
No. 492. The school building was still standing as of August 1982, when
a commemorative plaque was erected at the site.
Verona School (circa 1911)
Source: Archives of Manitoba, School Inspector Photos GR2664, C65.
Verona School (no date)
Source: Archives of Manitoba, School Inspectors Photographs,
GR8461, A0233, C131-1, page 44.
9. Chesterfield School District # 408 (1885 – 1959)
Built on SW 22-3-26 and named after Chester Field Warren who
homesteaded nearby (E36-3-26) and started a store and Post Office.
Photo from “Our First Century"
10. Dobbyn School District #986 (1899 – 1909)
Established on SW 3-4-26
Photo from “Our First Century"
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