The new STEM wing is scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2026, which will feature new labs, classrooms and opportunities for STEM enthusiasts. However, it will open just after the Class of 2026 graduates. For many NDB seniors, this announcement has brought mixed feelings, as they will not have the chance to experience the new facilities themselves.
Many students have valued their experiences at NDB, but they have also acknowledged the room for growth and the exciting options this new wing will offer.
“… right now, we just have kind of limited lab space on campus. I’ve had really good experiences in all my STEM classes, but I think it would have been nice to have the facilities in that room…[Also,] it would be really exciting if there were a robotics room…,” shared Maggie Blanchard.
Although some seniors wish they had the chance to experience this new space, many are still happy knowing that other students will be able to benefit from it and flourish academically.
Lilly Lauritzen said, “I’m really excited to see how it ends up looking. I’m kind of disappointed that I’m not gonna be able to experience it, but my younger sister here might be able to, so I’m excited for her to experience it.”
This new space will positively impact younger grades, as they will have greater possibilities in the STEM field to support their curiosity.
Reflecting on her own experiences, senior Adrianna Chu shared, “…I think it would really benefit visual learners and also people who need more hands-on type labs. In the past, labs are what really helped me learn and fully capture what we’re supposed to be learning.”
Although the seniors will not be here to utilize this new wing, opportunities still await other students at NDB. This project is a significant step towards strengthening high school STEM education and providing essential resources for teenagers to explore science and technology in new ways.
