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Newtown Public Schools Facilities Director Bob Gerbert, Jr, answered questions about Reed Intermediate School, at 3 Trades Lane, this week.

In what year was it purchased or built? 2002

Who or what entity owns or oversees the building? The Town of Newtown owns the building.

How large is the building? 165,000 square feet.

How many rooms does the building contain? 57

What purpose/purposes does the building serve? An intermediate school for fifth and sixth grade students.

What is one interesting fact about the building? The building was named for former Superintendent of Schools John Reed.