The new building will be home to the John Lewis Social Justice Academy at Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School.
Construction has begun on a multi-million dollar project to create a state-of-the-art academy in Dallas ISD. A ceremonial groundbreaking was held on May 24 for the John Lewis Social Justice Academy at Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle School.This new name will honor the late civil rights activist, John Lewis, and commemorate what he has done for the African American community.
The building, located on Kiest Boulevard in East Oak Cliff, has an $80 million budget and construction is currently 15% complete.Students and staff also came to this groundbreaking event to express their excitement about the future of their school. "We came with a vision and we leave with a plan that looks brighter than ever," said student council class president Kayla McGee.
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