Groundbreaking today for Aviation High School in Seattle

KNKX Public Radio | By The Associated Press

Published August 23, 2011 at 9:31 AM PDT

A student at Aviation High School takes a look around the Museum of Flight after class in 2004.

Students are adding a high-tech touch to a groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday for a new Aviation High School at the Museum of Flight near Boeing Field at Seattle.

At least five alumni are flying planes to the site, and a student-built robot will help turn the first shovel of dirt. Students also will launch a model rocket.

Aviation High School is part of the Highline School District and has been in temporary locations since it opened in 2004. It attracts students interested in science, technology, engineering and math. The new school should open in 2013.

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