SALE CREEK, Tenn. (WDEF) – Exciting developments are underway in Sale Creek as the middle and high school unveiled their new Career and Technical Education construction building.
The school hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new facility, which was built by students as part of their coursework in the construction and structural systems program.
Principal Dr. LeAnn Welch said the building holds special meaning for the school and the community.
“What makes this building especially meaningful is that it was built by our students as part of their coursework in the construction and structural systems program,” Welch said.
Local leaders and school officials gathered to recognize what they called a major milestone for the small community.
Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp praised the school’s growth and impact.
“There are few schools in Tennessee that are on fire like Sale Creek Middle High School. Everywhere I go across the county, I talk about Sale Creek.”
Ron Cox, the teacher who helped lead the project, said the program has come a long way.
“For years, we moved from classroom to classroom while building projects outside. I would like to thank all the students, past and present. They dug footings, formed and poured concrete, framed walls, installed insulation and metal siding, hung and finished sheetrock, primed and painted, and trimmed doors and windows.”
Seniors also gave attendees a tour of the new building, highlighting the hands-on skills they have gained.
Lauren Griffin, a high school senior, said the experience has been both meaningful and practical.
“I am really thankful I will be able to carry this knowledge with me. It is something that will impress people when I can say I know how to pour concrete, install insulation, and do all of this work. I am really proud of what we have done, and I think it looks amazing. I am happy we were able to help future generations,” Griffin said.
School leaders say the new building represents more than just a classroom.
They say it is an investment in students’ futures, equipping them with real-world skills that will benefit them for years to come.
