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Junior class presents plan to revamp high-school courtyard; board suggests fundraising and native plants
Summary
Stonington High School junior-class students presented a slideshow with materials, layout and cost estimates for a courtyard revamp during the May 14 meeting. Board members suggested reaching out to clubs for fundraising and recommended native plants to reduce upkeep.
Students from the junior class presented their Class of 2027 Junior Project proposing a revamp of the high-school courtyard. The presentation included slides with information on materials, layout and cost; board members complimented the work and raised practical questions about fundraising and maintenance.
Chair Farouk Rajab asked about fundraising and marketing for securing plants and encouraged environmentally friendly options and consideration of upkeep costs. Board member Zach Boudah praised the plan and called the storage bench idea "a great idea," while Bridget Shirvell challenged students to select native plants for the courtyard.
Students were encouraged to involve the Environmental Club and other groups for long-term upkeep and fundraising; no formal board action was taken at the meeting.
