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Preview of new Pickett Elementary

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Students at Pickett Elementary have a lot to be excited about this school year.  On August 28 they will walk down the halls of a brand new building.

The new Pickett Elementary is more than 43,000 square feet. It cost the district $7.3 million to build. 

The school boasts state of the art equipment, solar panels to make it more energy efficient, skylights and a brand new playground. 

The district is offering tours in the fall. Pickett elementary will hold an open house for the public September 12 at 5:30pm.

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