The classrooms of Burnt Chimney and Henry elementary schools emptied for the final time on Wednesday. Teachers waved goodbye to students as they loaded onto buses and vehicles, marking the end of an era for these communities.
Today was the last day of school before summer for some students. It also marked the last time any students will ever be in two Franklin County elementary schools.
Public schools in SWVa are seeing dramatic enrollment declines leading some divisions to close schools. In Franklin County, Wednesday marks the final day for two small, rural elementaries.
Franklin County Public Schools is hosting an open house at Burnt Chimney and Henry Elementary Schools tonight at 6 pm for the community and alumni to say goodbye before they both close for good.