Heritage Academy's Continue the Heritage capital campaign reached $2.65 million in pledges and gifts during an 18-month effort, surpassing the original goal of $2.5 million, according to a news release from the school.
Money from the capital campaign was used to purchase the historic Houghton School building on Greene Street and to renovate the first floor and grounds. The renovation included eight classrooms, offices, an auditorium, media center, cafeteria and playground. Students have used the building since August 2007.
"I know I speak for the entire campaign steering committee when I say that it was an honor to be a part of this effort," said Charlie Knox, an Augusta businessman who served as chairman of the committee.
"The new facilities at the Houghton School will not only touch the lives of the children at Heritage Academy but will also be a tangible example of renewal in one of Augusta's most important neighborhoods."
The current strategic plan for growth will be complete next year with the addition of the eighth grade. The school began with 10 students and now has close to 100 and a staff of 15.
Heritage Academy is available to children from racially, ethnically, socially and economically diverse families. Parents pay tuition based on their income,
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