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Harriman outlines AMS renovation to bring sixth grade into Auburn Middle School, targets 2028 opening
Summary
Harriman presented schematic plans to convert Auburn Middle School to a 6–8 model, proposing modest additions, classroom reconfigurations, ADA restroom upgrades, a secure vestibule, and kitchen and arts renovations; the design team will complete cost estimates and bid documents in 2027 with construction estimated at 16 months and a goal of readiness for the 2028 school year.
Mark Lee of Harriman presented an update on the Auburn Middle School (AMS) renovation during the Nov. 19 Auburn School Committee meeting, saying the project aims to move sixth grade into a 6–8 middle-school model and to modernize safety and instructional spaces.
The proposal centers on using underused space and modest building additions to create teaming classrooms, new science rooms and a STEM suite, a secure vestibule at a primary entrance, an art room with a kiln, renovated special-education suites and conference space, permanent acoustic separation for music and theater, and an upgraded kitchen and servery to handle added capacity. "What is this and what is it going to cost," Lee said, describing the next step to convert schematic plans into biddable documents and precise cost estimates.
Why it matters: the committee heard that a 6–8 configuration aligns sixth…
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