Huron Valley Schools marked a milestone on June 15 as district leaders, staff, students and community members gathered for a groundbreaking ceremony for the district’s new middle school.
The project is funded by a $361 million bond proposal.
The new middle school is expected to open in 2028. The district did not release the estimated final cost of the project.
“The bond-funded work represents one of the largest investments in district history and includes a variety of improvements across the school system, highlighted by the construction of the new middle school,” the district said in a statement.
Students played a special role in the celebration, serving as a reminder of the purpose behind the project.
“These kids are going to be able to go through this amazing new school with great opportunities,” HVS board President Laura Dodd said during the event. “The investments we’re making today not only will impact our community and our families, but our families for generations to come.”
“We’re incredibly grateful to our community for supporting the vision set forth for the district,” said Superintendent Paul Salah. “These were decisions that were being made not just for one year from now or two years from now, but really the next 50 years.”