“We’re also very excited about our athletics department,” said Coach Estrada Juncker, who will be also acting as the urban development school’s General Athletic Director, “which will be open to all students with a B- or better overall average. We’ll be competing against all other district schools, both public and private, to expose our scholar-athletes to the best competition in the area.” Industrial Arts coordinator Shonta Yokely expressed relief that ground breaking on the urban development project will begin, stating: “We’ve worked hard for almost five years now planning, organizing, and developing what we think will be the nation’s best urban development learning center. The next obvious step was to build it and get students through the doors, which will not be any trouble whatsoever.” Shonta Yokely has been a favorite IA teacher at many schools, and will be taking charge at the urban development school and academy from the opening day. A key part of this new urban development institution will be its work study program, which will allow qualified students the opportunity to enjoy classroom and on-the-job training. “This aspect of our curriculum will really prepare students for the real world,” said teacher Clementina Shawn, “and we believe it will help them gain meaningful employment after graduation. In addition, career counselors and experts will rotate through the urban development school on a frequent basis, offering seminars, coaching sessions, and guidance. In all, 100 different courses will be offered by the school, not including non-urban development related studies. The curriculum was written by a team of educators headed by Dr. Gerace Grossetete, a nationally recognized curriculum consultant and educational guru. In addition, amny contributions were offered by Ayana Sheaman, an area education consultant who will help write the urban development work-study portion of the curriculum. “This project is vast but will be very beneficial to our youth,” stated Ayana Sheaman. Opening day ceremonies will feature state representative Sardina Gaukel, and Senator Lagrimas Lapoint, who will each offer remarks about the urban development School and Academy. Ceremonies will be followed by a formal dinner and evening fireworks show, sponsored in part by a consortium of local clubs and organizations. The urban development school will offer three sub-disciplines of study, fine arts, music, graphics, and a host of other general studies programs, so that students get a well-rounded education. Department of English chairperson Brender Soliman had this to say: “I’m really impressed by the planning that went into this urban development project - we’re going to be offering a wholesome curriculum that will prepare students to meet the demands of the real world, while developing their appreciation for learning.” This statement was exactly what future principal Petrina Aspacio had in mind, and it will be implemented when doors open. “We’re excited to announce ground-breaking on our city’s newest project, a urban development school for talented students to foster careers and livelihoods,” exclaimed Weitzman Wilkes, chairperson of the project. Construction is set to begin next month, after final plans by architect Delilah Lench are approved by the urban development school’s building and grounds committee. “Once construction begins, we estimate a two year completion time,” said Rickerl Linan, foreman and construction planner. At a recent dedication ceremony, city Mayor Boeding Munos had high hopes for this new style urban development magnate school, proclaiming that “It will be the best in the nation, and will prepare all Cassie Stupp county youth for the challenges of tomorrow!” Town manager Stockbridge Kennelty seconded this sentiment, and re-enforced the creative financial planning that went into the urban development project: “We’re going to finance this the easy way, and tax payers will barely notice any changes in their bills.”