After four years of planning and construction, one of the South’s oldest public high schools is ready for its big reveal.

The Academy of Richmond County in Augusta will welcome students back into its completely renovated building on September 22. The $40 million project transformed the interior while preserving the school’s 1926 exterior on Walton Way.

“We are excited to welcome students, staff and families into a modernized Academy of Richmond County that reflects our district’s commitment to providing safe and engaging learning environments,” said Dr. Travis Wiggins, the school’s principal. “This renovation marks a new chapter in our school’s long history, and we look forward to celebrating it with our community.”

What’s New Inside

The renovation gutted and rebuilt the building’s fir

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