It's been a long time coming, but the rural community of North Shore will finally welcome students to its first and only elementary school on Wednesday, Aug. 20 for the 2025-26 school year .

North Shore Elementary School, a 60,895-square-foot campus located at 96-100 70th St. in Mecca, will serve pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, with a maximum capacity of 500 students.

"This is more than just a school building, it's a blessing," Superintendent Frances Esparza said at the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Aug. 11. "It's a symbol of of hope, perseverance and unity."

Coachella Valley Unified School District initially broke ground on the site in October 2022.

Esparza thanked the educators who committed to being part of the new chapter for North Shore, along with the families who advocate

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