See how these 2 big projects are changing high schools in Kettering (VIDEO)

Two projects not far from each other at Alter and Fairmont high schools are adding major pieces to the campuses.

Watch the video above to see the progress at both schools.

ALTER HIGH SCHOOL: PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

Alter High School is building a $4.3 million expansion as a new arts wing that’s 10 years in the making.

The project, which includes an extension to the west side of the school at 940. E. David Rd., will include a 236-seat theater with a balcony, multi-purpose suites, a large art gallery on both floors and a box office for ticket sales.

READ MORE: What to know about Alter’s project

FAIRMONT HIGH SCHOOL: NEW AUDITORIUM

The rebuilding of Fairmont High School’s auditorium began this summer.

Renderings of the project show the school’s new auditorium being expanded to accommodate more seating space and a larger stage. The expanded building will extend closer to Shroyer Road and will include a higher ceiling for “fly space” which community relations manager Kari Basson said was a “huge deal” for the theater program.

READ MORE: What to know about Fairmont's project

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