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Buchanan County breaks ground on consolidated Southern Gap High School; federal, state and local officials attend
Summary
Officials and community leaders marked the groundbreaking for the consolidated Southern Gap High School, praised the project's federal Section 202 funding and reported that building design is complete and early site work is under way; the board also discussed procurement and next steps for furniture and CTE equipment.
Southern Gap — Buchanan County Public Schools on Friday marked the official groundbreaking for the consolidated Southern Gap High School, a project board and federal officials say will replace Hurley High School and the tech center and consolidate up to two other county high schools.
"This day is not just about the groundbreaking," said Sherry Fletcher, division superintendent and emcee for the ceremony. "It is about building dreams, fostering opportunities, and laying the foundation for a brighter future for our kids." The ceremony included short remarks from board chair Angie McClanahan and representatives from federal and state offices.
Board chair Angie McClanahan said the project — years in the planning — will expand academic, vocational and extracurricular opportunities. "This facility will open so many doors for academics, sports, vocational trades,…
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