(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Mitchell High School celebrated its ongoing transformation with the grand opening of its Future Center and student-designed courtyards on Thursday, March 20.
On Thursday, the high school hosted a grand opening for the new Future Center, a hub of opportunity designed to provide resources and guidance for students exploring college, career, and life pathways. The adjacent courtyards, designed by Mitchell students, offer a unique and inviting space that reflects their creativity, school pride, and vision for an engaging, student-centered campus.
One of the students who helped design the courtyards said she’s excited to see how the school utilizes them.
“I’m honestly really proud of how it’s come together, it’s better than I imagined,” said student Aubree McVey. “I can’t wait for the students to be able to enjoy them, here now, and in the future.”
McVey said it took about a month to design, and multiple votes to ensure all student voices and ideas were heard before implementing the final design, something that the Principal of Mitchell High School said reflects the investment of students at the school in their own education, and the community beyond.
“It shows that there is a body of people that care about students and care about public education that actually benefits our local community, our local economy, and the nation at large, the world at large,” said Principal George Smith. “It just feels really good that people come together to exhibit that, that support.”
The district said these enhancements are part of its larger mission to ensure students have access to high-quality, modern educational spaces that support academic achievement, personal growth, and future success.
