LEED-certified elementary school opens on Northwest Side

By ABC7
September 10, 2010 (CHICAGO)

The Federico Garcia Lorca Elementary School, 3231 N. Springfield, is the new school for 900 kindergarten through eighth grade students.

Mayor Daley and Chicago Public Schools CEO Ron Huberman were on hand for Friday's dedication.

The school has a 50-percent green roof and achieved LEED school certification.

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