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Students showcase news network and carpentry renovation that drew local donations and fire-department support
Summary
Middle-school students presented a new video-based news network; BHS advanced carpentry students described a renovation project that relied on donated materials and partnerships with Sherwin-Williams, the fire department and local tradespeople.
At the June 1 board meeting students from Edward Stone Middle School and Burlington High School presented two student-led projects that trustees praised as examples of experiential learning and community partnership.
Edward Stone students Ryder and Eliza described their 'news network' — a short video broadcast that replaced or supplements loudspeaker announcements so peers will pay attention. "The purpose is we wanted to use our Leader in Me skills to develop a communication system for the whole building," Ryder said, explaining the team will add student camera and production roles next year.
At the high school, building trades teacher Kyle Krieger and student Sullivan Guzman presented the advanced carpentry class's renovation of an older gym space. Krieger credited volunteer help and donations — Sherwin-Williams provided paint supplies, Barn/Farm Grover donated a window, and local mason Jason McClure loaned equipment — and estimated students logged roughly 300 hours on the project. He said the experience included demolition, structural work and electrical updates coordinated with the fire department and local contractors.
Board members celebrated the hands-on work and recommended the district explore more ways to publicize student accomplishments. No formal board action was required; the presentations were accepted as informational reports.
