Reid School’s Success Amid Aging Buildings | Richmond News

G.H. Reid Elementary is crushing it academically—with big jumps in literacy and math, especially in its dual-language program—but the building’s 70 years old and crumbling, forcing students to learn in trailers and outdoors. This isn’t just Reid’s problem; South Richmond schools are all struggling with overcrowding. School leaders are pushing a one percent sales tax hike this November to fund a potential billion-dollar renovation push, promising new classrooms and modern facilities. If approved, the tax could bring in $40–50 million annually—with sweeteners like reduced meals and real estate taxes. Community members, many of whom remember those same aging schools, say it’s time to invest. The district plans community meetings this fall to prioritize which schools get upgrades first, as development on the Southside keeps bringing more students into the system. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/45dd8a3a5eb44989