New Wahconah High Going Up Fast
A topping-off ceremony was held to mark the completion of the steel framework for the new Wahconah Regional High School in Dalton, a $72.7 million project expected to open in fall 2021. The milestone celebrates years of effort to replace the outdated 60-year-old school, with the Massachusetts School Building Authority contributing $30 million toward the construction. Designed for modern education, the project overcame challenges, including a narrow approval vote among the district’s seven towns. Managed by Skanska USA Building Inc. and DRA Architects, the construction has progressed swiftly despite the COVID-19 pandemic, reflecting the community’s commitment to investing in its youth and future.