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Cardinal Spellman High School has great plans for the future! We have worked hard on our curriculum and our technology over the past year. We are very proud of our commitment to 21st Century Learning. At the same time, we are working hard to maintain Spellman’s treasured traditions and its strong Catholic values. Keeping a balance with all that is going on and addressing our growing student population, we have much on our plate!
Cardinal Spellman High School’s building is 52 years old. It is in great shape but the physical requirements for teaching and learning have changed dramatically in the past half-century. The demands of technology have already been integrated in our classrooms and throughout the school. Other changes like our guidance and nurse’s offices have been criticized by our recent accreditation from the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. Our science labs definitely need to be updated.
There is much we would like to do to renovate our building and to integrate the convent into the school. These issues are already under study. In the meantime, we would like to take on a smaller, defined project that will greatly enhance Cardinal Spellman as a whole. We would like to create a Fitness Center that would be adjacent to our current gymnasium.
Physical education and wellness programs require the teaching of practices for lifelong learning and our current facility does not allow for cardiovascular or weight programs. Our athletes have to go off campus to work in various gyms at a fee. We need a place that is safe, well equipped and easily accessible by all students, athletes and staff. We have a plan!
We have been fortunate enough to acquire the services of the architectural firm of Ai3. These are the same architects who designed the award-winning facility of Whitman-Hanson High School that is the model high school for Massachusetts. After interviewing the staff and administration, the architects have drawn up a plan that would be the envy of any athletic director and any school. The plan calls for a facility, contiguous to the gym, of approximately 5,000 square feet that includes an historical hallway, a team room, offices, rest rooms and a large area for free weights and cardiovascular equipment. The plan will enhance our current gym and provide adequate space for tickets and concessions.
Not only is the plan for the new Fitness Center practical, it also is aesthetically beautiful. It will be the cornerstone of the New Spellman. The design is integrated into the current facility. It will be highlighted by breathtaking etched glass windows, beautiful landscaping and dramatic lighting. It will be a great source of pride for everyone affiliated with Spellman.
Our goal is to raise the funds for this project over the next year and, if possible, begin construction in March of 2011 for a grand opening in September of 2011. Obviously, we will need much support to meet this goal. We believe that this plan will set the bar for the improvements we are working towards for the rest of the high school. If you would like to learn more about the new Fitness Center or if you would be interested in contributing to this important project, please contact John McEwan, President of Cardinal Spellman High School or Heidi Garcia or Ellen Rota from our Advancement Office. WE are committed to the belief that “the best is yet to come” for the students of Cardinal Spellman High School! |