Memorial University DAI: Early all-grade school in Branch

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Early all-grade school in Branch


Descriptive Title	Early all-grade school in Branch
Category	Education
Topic	Buildings
Keywords	Schools
Description	The early schools in Branch were located in peoples houses. By the early-1900s, this large schoolhouse - across from the location of the current church - was the centre of education for many Branch children.
Date	1923
Collector	Branch Cultural Historical Association
Location Depicted/Discussed	Canada--Newfoundland and Labrador--Avalon Peninsula--Branch--The Place
Notes	Starting in 1968, high school students were bussed to neighbouring St. Brides to attend school. In 1992, elementary students joined those attending school in St. Brides and the school in Branch closed.
Format	Image/jpeg
Type	Still Image
Resource Type	Photograph
Language	Eng
Source	Bell (Power) Greene - personal photo collection
Collection	Intangible Cultural Heritage Inventory - Avalon

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