JACKSONVILLE, Fla. \u2014 Jean Ribault High School in Northwest Jacksonville celebrated its grand opening today, marking the first high school built through a voter-approved half-cent sales tax.<\/p>\n
>>> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE <\/b><\/a><\/p>\n The new facility is a modern learning space designed to accommodate up to 1,600 students, featuring state-of-the-art amenities such as a VyStar Credit Union space, an aviation program facility, a culinary arts kitchen and lab, a nursing program training area, a digital audio production studio, and a rooftop urban agricultural garden.<\/p>\n Hundreds of students, current and former staff members, alumni, elected officials, and district leaders gathered on campus, creating a sea of blue as they celebrated the school\u2019s opening.<\/p>\n The event was marked by chants of \u2018Ribault,\u2019 highlighting the community\u2019s pride and unity, regardless of the pronunciation of the school\u2019s name.<\/p>\n The opening of Jean Ribault High School marks a significant investment in the future of education in Jacksonville, providing students with access to state-of-the-art facilities and innovative programs.<\/p>\n [DOWNLOAD: <\/b>Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks<\/b><\/a>]<\/b><\/p>\n