Present Day
Today the school has one of the largest populations of students in the Upper Grand District School Board, with an estimated 2000 students. This is due to being recognized for its academic excellence, its athletic programs, and its co-curricular clubs. The school also services nearby towns like Rockwood. Recently, Rick Mercer, the famed Canadian comedian, visited the school and featured it on his TV show for winning the Spread the Net challenge.
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