The gist
The Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting with members of the Calfee family and district officials, marking the official opening of the new campus, according to the release. During the ceremony, Nancy Calfee, granddaughter of Homer C. Calfee, spoke on behalf of her family by sharing stories of her grandfather’s dedication to education.
Quotes of note
- “A building becomes a school when people come together to create something greater than themselves,” Superintendent Kimberley James said via news release. “Our teachers and staff are building not just a campus, but a community where every student is seen, supported, and inspired to succeed.”
- “This beautiful new school represents our commitment to learning, growth, and community,” WISD board President Kyle Hoegemeyer said via news release. “We’re grateful to the architects and builders for their care and craftsmanship—and most of all, to the teachers, students, and families who will make this campus come alive every day.”
Calfee Middle School was part of the district's 2022 $143 million bond. The district celebrated the school's groundbreaking in June 2024, Community Impact previously reported.
