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Student capstone raises over $2,000; board accepts donation for indoor track equipment
Summary
A student described an archery-day capstone that raised more than $2,000; the John Stark Regional School District board unanimously accepted the donation and said funds will be used to buy treadmills and a cycle bike for the indoor track program.
A student presenter described an archery-day capstone fundraiser that drew roughly 22 children, volunteer support from the Gulf Sound Fish and Game club and local donors, and raised more than $2,000 in cash and Venmo donations. The student told the school board the money is earmarked for the indoor track program to buy two to three treadmills and a cycle bike to support training and injury recovery.
"I walked out with over $2,000 that day," the student said, detailing volunteers, targets and a lunch provided by family and community partners. The presenter said the event included instruction for youth and a 2-mile target loop; organizers collected feedback from participants to measure the project's success.
During the meeting, a board member moved to accept the donation for indoor track equipment and another seconded the motion. The board voted in favor by voice vote; the motion passed.
Board members and staff praised the student for organizing the event and noted the community involvement that made the fundraiser possible. "That's awesome," one member said after the vote. Administrators said they will work with the student and coaches to select equipment that meets program needs.
The donation acceptance was recorded as a formal action by the board; the district will oversee procurement and address any required reporting for donated funds.
