The Minnetonka (Minn.) district is moving forward with plans to construct a $13.98 million facility to house special high school programs.
The 36,000-square foot, three-story facility will enable the district to consolidate Minnetonka High School's Momentum and Vantage programs under one roof, reports the Sun Sailor.
The Momentum program is a reimagining of the technical education department with a focus on design and skilled trades, including manufacturing, construction, architecture, engineering and automotive.
Vantage is an advanced professional studies program, offering study in business analytics; design and marketing; digital journalism; global business and sustainability; health sciences; and other subjects.
The proposed Vantage/Momentum building is closer to Minnetonka High than the space now being rented for Vantage. Momentum courses are taught in Minnetonka High's technology education classrooms.
The district says the new building will be more cost effective than leasing space.
Construction is scheduled to begin in spring 2022.
