JACKSON, Mich. — The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce would like to recognize Jackson Public Schools on their Groundbreaking at their new Jackson High School Aquatic Center on Thursday, November 14. The event will take place at Jackson High School, 544 Wildwood Ave., Jackson, MI 49201 from 11:30 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.
Celebrate the Groundbreaking of the Jackson High Aquatic Center, New Safe and Secure Entrance and Administrative Offices with Jackson Public Schools. This state-of-the-art aquatic facility is the first of two phases of 2019 Bond work. The ribbon will be cut at 11:45 A.M.
“Jackson Public Schools is pleased to announce the groundbreaking of our Aquatic Center and Safe and Secure entryway at Jackson High School. This addition will bring a state-of-the-art competition swim and dive pool as well as a valuable classroom opportunity for Jackson High School students and our community as we look to expand open swim and lesson opportunities through our partnership with the Jackson Parks and Recreation Department. The Safe and Secure entrance will provide added security to our staff and students at Jackson High School as we fulfill the promise of the 2018 bond. Construction is expected to run through July 2021 with the facility online and ready for use for the 2021-2022 school year. Jackson Public Schools would like to thank our stakeholders for their support. Believe the Hype! Jackson Public School is where our community comes together!” Said by Jeff Beal, Superintendent at Jackson Public Schools.
The Groundbreaking Ceremony will take place on the westside of Jackson High. Thursday is a half day for students and staff. They are dismissed at 10:45am so we encourage guests to arrive after 11:00am to find parking. Due to the construction portions of the west side parking lot are closed, however renovations on the east side of Jackson High to the parking lot have provided for additional parking. Please also dress for the weather as the groundbreaking will be held outdoors; rain or snow.
The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit association of businesses and non-profits, committed to strengthening their businesses and the Jackson Community. With a proud history reaching back to 1909, the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce supports its members through promotion, advocacy, collaboration, networking events and education.
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