Sand Springs holds Masonic ceremony at new freshman academy
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Sand Springs Public Schools officials, City of Sand Springs leaders, and other community members gathered together Friday afternoon at Charles Page High School for a Masonic Cornerstone Ceremony. State Representative Jadine Nollan and State Senator Allison Ikley-Freeman also attended as the Sand Springs Masonic Lodge set the ceremonial cornerstone on the recently completed freshman academy.
The district is putting the finishing touches on the new $14.28 million freshman academy and STEM center that will unify grades 9-12 on one campus for the first time in decades. The old Central Ninth Grade Center will now be utilized for administrative purposes, and will be offer lab space for virtual students to receive hands-on instruction outside of the regular classroom setting.
In addition to providing class space for the district’s freshmen, the new construction also offers a new central lobby, office space, STEM labs, and a freshman cafeteria. The first day of school for the district is set for August 24th. For families that aren’t comfortable with physical schooling this year, the district also offers blended learning and a virtual academy. The deadline to enroll in virtual schooling is Monday, August 17th at this link.
