Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) is set to invest $34 million to upgrade athletic fields and swimming pools at 11 schools, the district announced on Tuesday morning.

The investment includes converting grass fields to turf fields, installing asphalt tracks, replacing stadium bleachers and adding pools for training and swim competitions.

The district also plans to develop a common athletic complex, set to be housed at the former Cooley High School site. The district said that will be the first phase of investment, which will include a new stadium and track, a locker room, a weight room and multiple outdoor fields for football, track, soccer and lacrosse.

The investment was approved by DPSCD's school board in December 2024. This is part of the district's $700 million Facil

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