Burntwood Elementary School is inviting families to step into the kitchen for a special community event next month, hosting a “Family Cooking” night at R.D. Parker Collegiate on January 14, 2026.

The event represents a collaboration between the local schools, utilizing the specialized facilities at the high school to host elementary students and their guardians. While organized by the Burntwood Elementary administration, the decision to hold the session at R.D. Parker allows for a larger, better-equipped venue suitable for hands-on culinary activities.

Families interested in attending are advised to contact Amanda at Burntwood Elementary to register or receive further details. While specific registration deadlines have not been published, previous events coordinated by this contact have utilized the school’s main line at (204) 778-4514.

This cooking session is part of a broader series of family-focused initiatives by Burntwood Elementary, which has also recently promoted events like “Family Craft Night” and a “New Year’s Feast” to foster stronger connections between the school and the community.

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