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Committee receives brief update on Coventry High School gym and science‑lab work after site tour
Summary
The committee toured Coventry High School facilities and staff reported gymnasium and science‑lab renovations are underway; painting is largely complete and lighting fixtures were delayed by supply‑chain issues.
The Coventry School Committee conducted a brief on‑site tour of Coventry High School to view gymnasium and science‑lab renovation work, then reconvened at the administration building for follow‑up questions.
Why it matters: The gym and lab projects are active capital items in the district’s facilities work; progress and sequencing affect timelines, budgets and school operations.
What staff reported at reconvening: Superintendent Don Cowart and facilities staff said the renovation required removal of furniture and wall casings before work could proceed and that district crews have painted roughly 13 rooms in preparation for reinstallation. Cowart said the decision to install floors before light fixtures was due to a supply‑chain delay: fixtures had been ordered but had not arrived, and crews continued work on the timeline rather than wait.
Athletic Director Joe Fagnoli and facilities lead Russ accompanied the tour; Cowart said rooms that were near completion could provide a good sense of the finished work. Committee members raised one technical question about sequencing; staff reiterated the delay on fixtures and the plan to circle back to finish electrical fixtures when they arrive.
Next steps: Staff will continue project work and answer follow‑up questions from committee members. The committee moved to executive session after the reconvening.
