b'E c o n o m i c sAfter four decades since the opening of a new high school in the Corpus ChristiStudents from across CCISD will be able to enroll in Carrolls maritime and dental Independent School District (CCISD), the citys second, new and sparklingeducation programs, that are each designed to give graduates an advanced step campus welcomes students for the first time this year. The new Mary Carroll Highin the pursuit of both career paths. The new campus is also home to the districts School is an investment of over $120 million, located at the corner of Saratogapremier gymnasium facility with a capacity of over 4,000. In addition to basket-Blvd. and Kostoryz Rd. on Corpus Christis fast-growing south side, and replacesball and volleyball games, the huge, new gym will be used for school concerts, the original Carroll High School that was built on Weber Rd. near S. Padre Islandassemblies and even graduations.Dr. in 1957. The new schools spectacular, modern design features the latestThe old Carroll was well-known as being the citys only open-air high school, technology and advanced classrooms, labs, and security systems. where classrooms were accessed from the exterior, and covered common spaces Among the many upgrades are collaborative learning spaces, which are com- were outside. While some will miss the open design, others like avoiding the mon areas located outside classrooms that include comfortable seating andheat and cold weather that come over the school year. The new schools many, whiteboards, where break-out groups can plan, discuss and expand on thesoaring windows bring in natural light that reflects the old setting. Over 1,800 lesson being taught inside the classroom structure. students will attend in 2022-23; total student capacity is 2,400. CCISD.edu102THE COASTAL BEND GUIDE TheCoastalBend.com'