Maryland Governor Proposes $370 Million for School Construction
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley recently proposed spending more than $370 million in the fiscal 2013 budget on public school construction in the state, the second highest single-year funding level in state history, according to state officials.
If approved, the plan will create new jobs and improve educational facilities throughout Maryland, O’Malley said. He has emphasized school construction since he first ran for governor in 2006.
The new two-story, 2,000-square-foot glass-enclosed lobby, is the highlight of a $10.5 million addition and renovation project. 
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ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) is replacing Westridge Middle School in Orlando, Fla., and recently signed a contract for the installation of energy saving-equipment that will eventually save the school millions of dollars.
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — There are perks for those using energy efficient designs and the Cambridge Rindge and Latin School (CRLS) is seeing it first hand.