New Nitschmann School Project Approved by Board
Bethlehem Area School Board votes unanimously to authorize beginning phases of $53.7 million project to raze and replace Nitschmann Middle School.
The Bethlehem Area School Board voted unanimously, 9-0, Monday night to authorize the design phase for a new Nitschmann Middle School in West Bethlehem, according to The Express Times. The board opted for new construction at a cost of $53.7 million rather than pursue a third set of renovations for the existing 90-year-old building. In addition to new construction, the board was looking at three renovation options that ranged in cost from $23.1 million to $48.4 million. Back in January, board President Mike Faccinetto said he thought that building new was now the most pragmatic option. Though some questioned the cost, others on the board agreed. “After taking a tour of the building, I do not think it is a proper learning environment,” …
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Fix the BASD
8:47 am on Wednesday, February 27, 2013
With enrollment dropping, the BASD chooses the most expensive, least needed option. This doesn't border on ridiculous it is tripping all over it. Use the extra space at Taj Broughal and other schools. more ›