Four New Schools Open!
August 19, 2007 - the day that the community of Lakewood opened four brand new state-of-the-art school buildings! Ceremonies were held to Commission Harrison and Hayes Elementary Schools and Harding and Garfield Middle Schools.
This was a truly historical and news worthy day in the community of Lakewood!
This was a truly historical and news worthy day in the community of Lakewood!
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Harding - floors gleaming, ready for students! -
The Lakewood High School Marching Band Kicked off the celebrations at each of the four new schools, including here at Harding Middle School. -
The new cafetorium at Harding, where opening ceremonies were held. -
Principal Meredith Wojtkun welcomes everyone to the new Harding Middle School! -
Board of Education President Linda Beebe comments on the vision for the future of Lakewood and the school district during opening ceremonies at Harding Middle School. -
Principal Bob Curtain welcomes everyone to the new Hayes Elementary School. -
Dr. Estrop commented on how the community worked together to build the new schools. -
The first "Pledge of Allegiance" in the new Hayes. -
The Lakewood High School Marching Band joined in the celebration! -
Cutting the ribbon! -
Teachers, students, and community members tour the new Hayes Elementary School. -
Harrison - the fountain, restored and working in the new building! -
New Computer lab - ready for students! -
Harrison - the new gym is gleaming, bright and ready for students! -
Chas Geiger, School Board Member, speaks at the opening ceremonies for Harrison. -
Harrison Principal Mrs. Philis Muth celebrates with students, Mayor Thomas George, and Superintendent Dr. David Estrop. -
Garfield Principal Mark Walter welcomes everyone, including the new Garfield PTA President. -
Quilts were presented at the two new middle schools. -
Students help Dr. Estrop cut the ribbon at Garfield! -
Hundreds of people turned out (even on a rainy day!) to help open the new buildings.
