Achieving the highest rank of Eagle Scout is no small feat. This week we will be highlighting four dedicated scouts from Tenino High School who have taken their commitment to community service to the next level by choosing Eagle Scout projects that directly benefit their school community. Eagle Scout projects must benefit an organization other than the Boy Scouts and involve extensive planning, development, and execution. These four Eagle Scout projects are a testament to the character, leadership, and community spirit of these young men. They didn't just earn a prestigious rank; they invested their time and talent into improving their high school, leaving behind tangible improvements that will benefit students and athletes for years to come. Their actions serve as a powerful reminder that giving back to your community can take many forms, and even at a young age, you can make a significant and lasting difference. On behalf of the Tenino School District, we extend our deepest gratitude and heartfelt congratulations for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. Your dedication, hard work, and leadership have made a significant lasting impact on our school community.
Our final scout highlight is...
Ross Kershaw, a junior who is a part of Rochester Troop 317, recognized the need for improved aesthetics for an area in front of the Tenino High School that was just rocks, bark and dead tree stumps. Ross put in a new sprinkler system and with donations from Country Green Turf Farms, Olympia (turf/sod), Walrath Landscaping, Olympia (dirt), Commodities Unlimited, Inc., Olympia (dirt) and Lael’s Landscape & Stone Supply, Centralia (dirt), Ross transformed a barren patch into a lush, green area. Ross’ project enhanced the visual appeal of the school creating a more inviting environment. When asked what the most rewarding part of completing the project was, Ross answered, “Getting compliments from other people saying it looks amazing. Mr. Hyder even says that he gets compliments every day about how great the front of the school looks.”