PROJECTS

Continued from page 1 directional signage, a school district sign, a stadium gate and fencing, high school restrooms and the installation of SmartBoot system to improve building security.

In the works, Irvine said, are the renovation of the field house and press box at the high school, replacing Anderson’s lockers, installing classroom technology, renovating the high school multi-purpose room, stairwell improvements, additional branding, a digital scoreboard, new baseball and softball scoreboards and the renovation of auditoriums at the high school and Davidson Middle School.

The superintendent credited everyone involved in the project, including the Board of Education, with having “a big vision – and we have seen way beyond what we envisioned. I knew it was coming but it’s beyond our wildest dreams how it turned out.” credit for having the courage to include a natatorium and other projects in the plan. She said students have more opportunities and better facilities, which will allow them to build on the Titans’ legacy..

GRAND OPENING FESTIVAL big,” Irvine told the crowd gathered during the grand- opening festivities. “We have amazing students in the community with amazing talent. Southgate has it all here … They have opportunities to grow educationally and athletically. What a difference this makes for all of us.” the facilities to get a feel for the opportunities students will have going forward. everything that’s here and more,” Irvine said. “Thank you for believing in it.” and athletic director at the middle school, called the dedication ceremony talked about the “journey to get to this bold decisions and a supportive public

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Dr. Irvine said bond-funded projects would continue until 2025.

A separate “sinking fund,” approved by voters during a millage election in November 2022, will provide a steady stream of $1.6 million annually for roof replacements, technology replacements, the demolition of the Heintzen Building and special purposes. The 1.9 mills would face a renewal vote when it expires.

“We have received great feedback on the work done so far, the quality of our student body and the athletic offerings we have provided,” Irvine said.

Sophomore Drayden Long, one of the students providing tours of the state-of-the-art weight room during the grand unveiling, said he was “really excited” to see the new facilities. Highlights, he said, include “an array of treadmills, rotary bikes, a complete free weight section and an array of specific lifting machines.” programs. Without you, this would not

“They’re going to help the program

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