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Thursday, September 18, 2025 8:00 am

The $33.6 million school has been in the making for more than a decade and now serves up to 420 students in kindergarten through fifth grade. (Courtesy image)

ROCHESTER - The Rochester School Department is preparing to welcome the community to the brand-new Salmon Falls School, which officially opened to students on Sept. 2.

A citywide Open House will take place on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 753 Salmon Falls Road. Guided tours will run every 10 minutes in groups of 20-30. Attendees are asked to arrive 20 minutes early due to limited parking and to check in at the front entrance to begin their tour.

Funded through a combination of local and state contributions, the project included $15.5 million approved by the Rochester City Council and $15.77 million from the New Hampshire Department of Education, which ranked it as a top priority for its 2024 funding cycle.

The modern facility features state-of-the-art technology, flexible learning spaces, and dedicated areas for music, art, and special education.

To ensure safety and convenience for all visitors, parking will be restricted: attendees are asked to not park on neighboring properties or in Ida Circle.