Later in the day, progress was more evident. The gym and cafeteria were completely demolished, and some of the classrooms on that side of the building are now exposed.

A view of a construction site showing the remains of a demolished school building, with debris scattered across the ground and heavy machinery in the foreground.
Demolished building debris with heavy machinery at a construction site, showing remnants of walls and roofs under a cloudy sky.
Demolished building debris in front of a partly destroyed structure, with exposed walls and remnants of the gym and cafeteria.
A view of a partially demolished school building with exposed walls and debris scattered in the foreground, under a cloudy sky.
Demolished sections of a school building, with debris scattered on the ground and construction equipment nearby.
Demolished building site showing exposed classrooms and debris, with remnants of a gym and cafeteria visible.
Demolition site of a school building with significant destruction visible, showcasing a pile of rubble and a construction excavator in the foreground.
Demolition of a school building, showing rubble and debris with heavy machinery in the foreground.
Damaged exterior of a school building, showing exposed bricks and materials after demolition.
Close-up view of a partially demolished building, exposing staircases and blue doors amid construction debris.
Close-up of the demolished Coakley Middle School, showing collapsed walls and debris scattered across the site.
Rear view of a demolished building site with a pile of debris in the foreground and an overcast sky.
Exterior view of Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School with visible demolition debris in the foreground.
Exterior view of the Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School, showing demolition debris and construction activity in front of the building.
Demolition site of Philip O. Coakley Middle School, showing exposed classrooms and construction equipment in front of the building.

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