Reedy Fork Elementary

Another brand new school opening thanks to the 2003 construction bond, Reedy Fork Elementary, is seeing the finishing touches being put in place in preparation for an August opening. Considered a green school because of its environmental benefits, the building’s capacity is 720 students. Water and sewer lines have been run to the building, and the roads have been cut in.

With crews finishing the interior, Principal Denise Schroeder explained the buzz around the school in the northeast area of the county. “Everybody is really excited about all the new changes and the new school,” she said. “And they think it’s really cool that it’s a green school. Teachers, staff, students, parents, everyone’s just really excited.”

The green elements of the school will be reflected in the students’ curricula. Not only are the halls and common areas named with environmental themes like “Recycle Row,” but the earth-friendly features like natural day lighting will have a direct impact on the students. “I think we focus more and use the green concept to integrate the environment more into curriculum,” Schroeder said. “It’s going to be like we’re celebrating Earth Day every day.”