Heman Drummond Center of Innovation

The Heman Drummond Center of Innovation is a state-of the art Career and Technical education center designed to accommodate 2,100 high school students. The facility prepares students with innovative training in fields such as cyber IT, healthcare, automotive and construction through industry certifications, college-level technical courses, mentorships, apprenticeships, and internships. The project is currently under construction and is anticipated to be complete in the Fall of 2026.

Location

Jasper, AL

Year

Anticipated completion Fall 2026

Size / area

130,000 SF

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