Waltham Opens New $374 Million High School

Waltham, Massachusetts, has officially opened its new high school, a $374 million project that is the largest public school investment in the state’s history. The new facility features state-of-the-art amenities including a cosmetology lab, culinary kitchen, and 18 specialized career and technical education programs, aimed at providing both academic and vocational training. Superintendent Marisa Mendonsa and Principal Darrell Braggs expressed excitement over the school's potential to benefit students and the community for generations. The former high school will now host the Waltham Dual Language School and Waltham Valor High School. Meanwhile, Farmington, Connecticut, also inaugurated its new $145 million high school, designed to foster collaborative learning and civic engagement among students. These new schools reflect a broader commitment to enhancing educational environments and opportunities across regions.