| Q: |
When is
James A. Garfield High School
going to be closed, in order to begin construction on the "New Garfield"? |
| A: |
After the last day of school in June 2006, we will close the current Garfield building in order to begin construction. |
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| Q: |
Where is the interim location for Garfield during the construction period? |
| A: |
Garfield will be housed at the former Lincoln High School site, on 43rd and Interlake, in the Wallingford District of Seattle. |
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| Q: |
How long will Garfield be at the Lincoln High School site? |
| A: |
Two school years: 2006-2007 and 2007-2008. |
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| Q: |
When does the "New Garfield" open? |
| A: |
September, 2008. The Class of 2009 will be the first class to graduate from the "new" Garfield. |
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| Q: |
If I attend Garfield now and graduate in 2007 or 2008 when Garfield is temporarily housed at Lincoln High School,
will my diploma still be from Garfield High School? |
| A: |
Yes! |
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| Q: |
Which is the last class to graduate from the "old Garfield"? |
| A: |
The Class of 2006 is the last class to graduate from the current building before the remodel begins.
Graduation ceremonies for Garfield are not held on-site, however.
We usually use either Seahawks Stadium or Safeco Field for graduation ceremonies. |
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| Q: |
What events are being planned to say goodbye to the "old Garfield" in 2006? |
| A: |
While we haven't yet formed specific plans to say goodbye to the old building,
the
Garfield High School Foundation
and a number of alumni groups are excited to work with our students, staff, parents, and community
to give our building a proper send-off.
This building has great historic relevance to our greater Seattle community, and we are definitely going to celebrate! |