State and local officials joined with Redding Alumni to cut the ribbon on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, for the new Louis L. Redding Middle School in Middletown.

The 133,000 square foot facility will house sixth thru eighth graders.

The new school was constructed following passage of a no-tax-increase referendum for the Appoquinimink School District in 2021.

Following the ceremony, an open house was held for incoming sixth graders.

Appoquinimink School District begins its new school year on Tuesday, September 2nd.

The original Redding School was built in 1953 serving black students in grades 1 thru 12.

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