Hoover High School has undergone a lot of construction throughout the past couple of years. Whilst making major improvements and strides to better the campus’ infrastructure, Hoover has not seen the last of these major changes.
Built in the 1940s, the 1600 building stands as the current oldest building in one of San Diego’s oldest high schools. After 85 years of reconstruction and tweaks to the old building, its flaws have finally caught up to it and lead to its demise. Many complaints had been made regarding the condition of the building and its effects on the students learning in the building.
“The skunks get through the crawl space and stink up the joint,” stated history teacher Mr. Greg Hedgecock. “After teaching in that building for 20 years, I’m glad to be in the 100 building.”
Even though the new ramp has been added to the building, the inaccessibility for handicapped students on the second floor makes the decision all the more easier. The outdated infrastructure that includes: small cramped classrooms, better air conditioning, and thin walls that sound easily penetrates through. These have all been the sources of complaints made by the students who have classes in this building. Under the ears of the new Hoover administration, and the school district, they have received these criticisms and decided to take action.
The demolition of the 1600 building will take place during the summer of 2025, while the students and teachers are no longer present at school. No official plan as to what will replace the current building has been made as of late. In the meantime, the school plans to bring in bungalows for the future displaced classrooms. The countdown begins as Hoover says goodbye to the 1600 building.
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