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District says new school opened smoothly despite afternoon bus delays; staff moved thousands of boxes over summer
Summary
Superintendent Dr. Cook told the Board of Education the district opened its first day of classes after a multi-year consolidation, with substantial building moves completed over the summer and a brief afternoon transportation backup.
Dr. Cook, the district superintendent, told the Board of Education that the district opened the school year after a multi-year planning effort and a large summertime move, calling the first day “a tremendous start to the school year.” The board discussed crowded buses and afternoon delays on Mongartown Road, but said transportation issues were being addressed with the bus contractor.
Nut graf: The board framed the opening as the culmination of three years of planning tied to a school renewal program and building consolidation. Administrators and staff completed a large district move and installed new…
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