Molly Shore
Students at Burroughs and Burbank high schools last month began
attending classes in the new buildings of the first phase of
modernization construction at the two campuses.
Now, family, friends and community members have the opportunity to
see the sparkling new additions at both schools during open houses on
two successive Sundays.
Burroughs High School opens its doors to the community from 2 to 4
p.m. Sunday, and Burbank High School holds its open house from 2 to 4
p.m. Oct. 20.
There will be dedication ceremonies with the Board of Education in
attendance and the unveiling of a plaque, said Ali Kiafar, the
district's chief facilities and development superintendent.
The ceremonies will last about 40 minutes.
"We are extremely proud of the way our high schools look, and how
well they function, and we invite the entire community to visit our
schools," said school board President Richard Raad.
Following the dedications, guests will be taken on tours of the
new buildings. As they walk through the campus, they will encounter
students, staff and faculty members available to assist them and
answer questions about the new facilities.
People will be directed in different groups, Kiafar said. When
guests arrive on campus, they will be given color-coded programs. The
various colors will determine which area of the campuses the guests
will first visit; however, Kiafar said everyone will have the
opportunity to tour all the new buildings.
