As a 1998 Lexington High School (LHS) graduate, I strongly support the VOTE for Lexington campaign for a new high school. This issue is deeply personal — my parents graduated from LHS in 1971 and 1972, and my children, currently in second and seventh grade, are headed to the same building that has served three generations of our family.

While I cherish walking the same halls my parents did, clinging to the past cannot come at our children’s expense. After 25 years in higher education working on major capital building projects, I’ve witnessed how thoughtfully-designed learning spaces transform educational outcomes. I’ve also learned this hard truth: wanting something to cost less doesn’t make it so. We must face today’s economic realities, not yesterday’s price tags.

Today’s students face a fundamentally different world. They need flexible environments for collaborative projects, technology integration and diverse learning styles — none of which the current facility can provide. Our dedicated teachers and administrators shouldn’t work within outdated constraints.

My commitment extends beyond nostalgia — I’m deeply concerned about student safety and security. The current building’s limitations are unacceptable. Our children deserve a secure learning environment where safety is built into the foundation, not retrofitted as an afterthought.

Imagine modern science labs, flexible project spaces, technology infrastructure, properly ventilated classrooms, and performance areas where creativity, collaboration and critical thinking thrive. Piecemeal renovations can’t achieve this — only a purpose-built facility creates cohesive environments that support every learner, every day.

Some advocate waiting for costs to align with what they believe this project should cost, but wishful thinking doesn’t change market realities. Delay doesn’t reduce expenses — it multiplies them. We cannot afford to postpone what our children need today. I urge fellow residents to join me in supporting this vital initiative. Let’s build a high school worthy of Lexington’s legacy and our children’s limitless potential.

Two truths coexist: I honor my deep connection to Lexington’s history while advocating for its future. My love for this community compels me to support what’s best for the next generation.

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