Powell River Board of Education posted a notice on its website on June 27, which was sent to Brooks Secondary School parents and guardians from principal Bill Rounis regarding a motor vehicle accident on the weekend.
Four students from the school community (two graduates and two recent graduates) were involved in the accident, and all four sustained injuries, according to the notice.
“Two of the youth sustained serious injuries; however, they are in stable condition and are expected to recover,” the notice stated. “Our thoughts go out to the families and youth involved.”
Extra support will be available to students in attendance for the formal graduation who require additional support, the notice stated.
“It is important that we identify students who may need extra support, and provide those supports when necessary. There will be extra counselling supports available at the school on Monday.”
A list of local and provincial resources and services was included in the notice, for students in need of additional support:
Child & Youth Mental Health (Powell River): 604.485.0603
Kids Help Phone (phone/text/chat options available): 1.800.668.6868
Youth In BC (phone and chat options available/resources): 1.866.661.3311
Mental Health Line: 310.6789
Foundry BC (phone/chat/video calls available) 1.833.308.6379 or 1-833-F0UNDRY to book appointment or foundrybc.ca/virtual
The notice indicated that parents/guardians with further questions should reach out to the school: 604.483.3171.
