SACS Breaks Ground on New Technical Center10/28/2026Southwest Allen County Schools broke ground Tuesday on a new $35.5 million career and technical education center. Superintendent Josh St. John says the building, which is set to be ready by August 2028, is a part of the district’s strategic plan commitment to expand opportunities for students. The construction site is directly west of Covington Elementary School and near Woodside Middle School. Planned programs include advanced manufacturing, precision machining, construction trades, cosmetology, criminal justice, culinary arts, early learning, emergency services, exercise science, medical assisting, pharmacy and welding.