Welcome to the new Pawtucket High School Construction Project webpage! This page is dedicated to keeping our community informed and engaged as we build the future of education. With every step of this exciting construction journey, we aim to create a modern, safe, and inspiring space for students, staff, and families alike. Here, you’ll find important updates, progress reports, timelines, and key details about how this project will shape our school’s growth for years to come. Stay connected and be a part of the transformation as we build a brighter tomorrow for our students today.
Click here to view the ground breaking press release for the new high school
High-level facts about the project:
• Uniting Tolman Senior High School and Shea Senior High School into a Unified Campus
• Future home to approximately 2,100 students
• New school building will be approximately 375,000 GSF
• Integrated high school offering academic programs and career & technical education programs
• Features a “marketplace” for community engagement
• Total Project Budget is $326M
"Breaking ground on the new Pawtucket High School marks an exciting and transformative moment for our school district. This project represents a bold investment in our students, our families, and the future of education in Pawtucket.
McCoy Stadium holds a special place in our community’s history, filled with memories that will always be cherished. But soon, we will turn the page to a new chapter—one that ensures every student has access to a modern, innovative learning environment that prepares them for success in college, careers, and beyond.
I’m honored to stand alongside our city leadership, school committee, and residents as we embark on this journey together. The work we do today will shape the future of Pawtucket for generations to come."