To the Lexington Observer –
As a parent of four children in Lexington’s elementary and middle schools, and as a resident of this town for the past six years, I am writing to express my strong support for the Yes for Lex initiative and the construction of a new Lexington High School.
Our community is known for its commitment to excellence in education, and that commitment must be reflected in the facilities where our students learn every day. The current high school building is stretched far beyond what it was designed to handle. Overcrowded classrooms, outdated infrastructure, and temporary fixes are no longer enough to support the high-quality teaching and innovative programs that Lexington families expect and our students deserve.
I understand that no project of this size will be perfect or satisfy every preference. But delaying or rejecting a new building because it cannot be ideal on every point would be a costly mistake. The needs are immediate and undeniable. Our children cannot wait another decade for a solution while we debate theoretical alternatives. Choosing “no” does not preserve the status quo—it lets conditions worsen and ultimately costs taxpayers more in the long run.
A new high school is an investment in safety, equity, and the future strength of our community. It ensures that every student—those in school today and those who will follow in the years ahead—learns in a building built for modern education, with appropriate space for science labs, arts, technology, and special education services. It also reinforces Lexington’s longstanding reputation as a town that values learning and supports its schools with foresight rather than hesitation.
I want my children, and all of Lexington’s children, to benefit from a school that matches the quality of the educators who inspire them. I urge my fellow residents to vote Yes for Lex and move forward with building a high school that will serve this community well for generations.