Telegram - Serving Metropolitan Detroit Since 1944

The Westwood Community School District is using the summer months to renovate and upgrade its school buildings in an effort to enhance the learning environment for its students. The renovations are made possible using federal funding. District Superintendent Dr. Stiles Simmons says, "We expect to spend at least 12 million dollars for capital improvements across the district. We are looking to improve our air and water quality as well as improve safety and security and make some cosmetic improvements as well." The ambitious two-year project will concentrate on renovations at Thorne Elemen...