ESTILL COUNTY, Ky. (LEX 18) — Estill County Schools planned for a longer summer break this year with hopes of beginning construction on a new middle school. However, the district is still trying to secure the necessary funds for the project, and ground has not yet been broken.

The current middle school building has significant structural problems stemming from what lies beneath the surface.

"It's pretty evident that we've got some issues," said Superintendent Charlie Brock.

Brock meets with structural engineers several times a year to ensure the cracked, uneven, and bumpy flooring in the middle school remains safe for students.

"The footings are still solid, so the building is safe. It's not in danger of collapse at all," Brock said.

Despite these assurances, some classrooms have been

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