Mrs. Joy Bourre Pratt #1 (1931 - 1940)

•        School had a big barrel stove in the middle of the room, a foot pedal organ and blackboards at the front of the room.

•        Children played games such as ball and tag. They enjoyed nature walks.

•        People in the rural area were very friendly.

•        Children walked to school . Some occasionally used a horse.

•        Christmas concert was the highlight of the year for the children and families. Families held a dance to raise money to buy a gift for each child at school.

•        An inspector came once a year to visit the school and talk with the teacher. When he visited, the children were carving pumpkins.

•        Children brought own books and supplies. Teacher got extra work from teachers in Fort Frances. It was very difficult to go there and get it.

•        She boarded with a family in the community.

•        She taught 8 grades.

•        Children participated in a Fall Fair in Sleeman.