Miami-Dade County Unveils Groundbreaking Facility at J.C. Bermudez Doral Senior High School
Renovation Project Breaks Ground with State-of-the-Art Facilities
DORAL, FLA. – Miami-Dade Public Schools hosted a groundbreaking ceremony at J.C. Bermudez Doral Senior High school to celebrate the start of a $36.2 million renovation project. The ceremony marked the beginning of a transformation that will provide students with modern facilities and resources.
New Three-Story Building to Feature 617 Student Stations
The renovation project includes the construction of a new three-story building with 85,000 square feet. The building will feature 617 new student stations, a 2,000-seat capacity gymnasium, a Little Theater/Black Box Theater, a gymnastics dance studio, and a multi-purpose room. Additionally, the project will include four vocational tech labs, 12 general classrooms, and four science classrooms.
Academics Just Part of the Overall Learning Experience
According to Dr. Jose L. Dotres, Miami-Dade superintendent, academics is just part of the overall learning experience. “Students don’t come to school necessarily to just learn language arts or science or math, but to connect to their teachers to be part of something big in their life,” he said.
Existing Building to Undergo Renovations
The existing Building Two will undergo renovations, including kitchen improvements, a covered dining area, a weight room, and renovations to the wrestling room. Additionally, new covered walkways will be constructed.
Funds from 2012 Bond Initiative to Support Project
The school bond projects, including the renovation at J.C. Bermudez Doral Senior High School, were made possible by voter approval of the $1.2 billion General Obligation Bond in 2012. Funds from the bond are being used to modernize and construct school buildings throughout the District, expand student capacity, enhance facility safety, and provide technology upgrades at all schools.
Project Expected to be Completed by Next Summer
Officials hope to complete the project by next summer, providing students with state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
Conclusion
The groundbreaking ceremony at J.C. Bermudez Doral Senior High School marks an exciting new chapter for the school and the Miami-Dade Public Schools District. The renovation project will provide students with modern facilities and resources, enhancing their learning experience and preparing them for success.
FAQs
Q: What is the total cost of the renovation project?
A: The total cost of the renovation project is $36.2 million.
Q: What features will the new three-story building include?
A: The new three-story building will feature 617 new student stations, a 2,000-seat capacity gymnasium, a Little Theater/Black Box Theater, a gymnastics dance studio, and a multi-purpose room.
Q: When is the project expected to be completed?
A: The project is expected to be completed by next summer.
Q: What is the purpose of the 2012 bond initiative?
A: The 2012 bond initiative was designed to modernize and construct school buildings throughout the District, expand student capacity, enhance facility safety, and provide technology upgrades at all schools.
