The New And Improved Mumford High Opens On Detroit's West Side

Officials from the city of Detroit and Detroit Public Schools are celebrating the grand opening of the new Mumford High School with a ribbon cutting ceremony and back pack giveaway on Tuesday.

The school contains 239,000 sq ft. facility on Wyoming near McNichols. It includes a high-tech media center, 800 seat auditorium, modern science laboratories and a two-story glass commons area that doubles as a cafeteria.

The new school also has an athletic wing that includes a swimming pool, dance studio, weight room, gym and courtyard, as well as a performing arts wing that includes a choir and band room, drama room and dressing room.