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Coopertown construction on track to open with modular classrooms; gym and kitchen remain closed
Summary
District staff told the board Coopertown School will open before Labor Day with modulars used for special classes while finishing work continues; about 8–10 classrooms remain and life‑safety systems are in place, officials said.
The Haverford Township School District received a detailed construction update on Coopertown School, and staff said the building will open for the new school year with temporary accommodations while final work continues. District and contractor representatives said modular classrooms will be used for art and music, a new library will double as a temporary cafeteria, and the gym and kitchen will not be available at opening.
"So we're down to about 10 more that we're finishing up this week," the contractor representative said, describing a concentrated push of weekend work and supplemental crews to meet the opening timeline. Staff added that life‑safety systems such as the fire alarm are already installed and that they are coordinating inspections with township officials.
Board members pressed for details about parent outreach and kindergarten orientation; staff said they are coordinating "sneak peek" events so new and kindergarten families can meet teachers and, if safe, briefly tour classrooms before classes start. District leaders said they will provide another public update at the next business meeting when they expect a more stable project status report.
