Brewster Schools’ Groundbreaking Marks Campus Transformation
Brewster Central School District held a groundbreaking ceremony on September 1, marking the beginning of renovation and addition projects that are to be completed at JFK Elementary School, CV Star Intermediate School and Brewster High School. The projects are a part of a $40-million-dollar bond referendum that was passed in December 2014 of which the overall program is currently under budget and ahead of schedule. Following a series of capital improvement projects associated with the referendum—including roof repairs, asbestos removal and security upgrades—the larger projects are set to begin immediately. The projects being completed at Brewster High School include extensive locker room and weight room renovations, a reorganized and streamlined cafeteria serveries and a flexible and innovative learning commons. CV Star Intermediate School will gain a new two-story four-classroom addition. JFK Elementary School will undergo multiple additions including a six classroom, library and cafeteria addition. Furthermore, the elementary school’s existing roundhouse building will feature a new terrace off the discovery and innovation center with bi-fold doors that open to an interior courtyard providing for indoor and outdoor learning spaces. “KG+D is committed to our partnership with Brewster Central School District,” said Russell Davidson (third from right), FAIA President of KG+D Architects, “we are honored to have the opportunity to build upon our past success together while working toward the future goals that will allow the District to continue to provide flexible, innovative and student-center spaces.” The various projects will be implemented in phases throughout the 2016-2017 school year and the new additions will be ready for use in September 2017. Superintendent of Schools Valerie Henning (second from right) was on hand, as well as former school chief Tim Conway (fourth from left.)
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