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Final beam placed atop new Midland Lee High School
By Lauren Munt at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland ISD marked a major construction milestone Wednesday morning as crews placed the final structural beam on top of the new Midland Lee High School.The “topping out” ceremony marked the completion of the building’s structural framework and recognized construction crews...
Key takeaway Midland High is scheduled to hold its topping out ceremony on July 16th.
Why this matters in The Midland
The completion of the new Midland Lee High School's structural framework is a significant step forward for Midland ISD, bringing the district closer to providing modern and expanded facilities for its growing student population. With a core capacity of 4,200 students, the new campus will help alleviate overcrowding and provide a better learning environment for students in grades 9-12. The inclusion of features such as natural light and expanded classroom space, particularly in science areas, will be a major improvement over the current facilities. As the new school takes shape, the community will be watching to see how it will impact the overall quality of education in Midland, and how it will compare to the new facilities being built for Midland High, which is scheduled to hold its own topping out ceremony later this month. The new Midland Lee High School is expected to become a hub of activity in the community, hosting various events and activities that will bring students, parents, and residents together.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
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What is this story about? MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - Midland ISD marked a major construction milestone Wednesday morning as crews placed the final structural beam on top of the new Midland Lee High School.The “topping out” ceremony marked the completion of the building’s structural framework and recognized construction crews...
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