Canton-Galva Site Council Beautification Project
Status:
Active
Town:
Canton, Galva
Mastermind McPherson County Priority:
Placemaking
Contact:
Ashley Schmidt
Organization Name:
Canton-Galva USD #419
Start Date:
November 5, 2024
End Date:
May 30, 2025
Grants Awarded:
$9,500
Proposal Summary
The beautification project aims to enhance its role as the heart of the community, as it’s often the first stop for many visitors and its prominently visible from the highway. By revitalizing the school’s exterior with new landscaping, we create a more welcoming and visually appealing environment for both the school and the communities. This initiative improve the school’s appearance and reflect the community’s pride and commitment to excellence. The project will offer an inviting space for students, staff, visitors and community members fostering a positive first impression, strengthening community identify, and encourage positive engagement. With grant support, we can transform phase 1 into a vibrant centerpiece of the community, boosting local morale and create a positive atmosphere for all.
Community Impact & Accomplishments To-Date
While this beautification project will benefit the community in numerous ways, we hope it will also inspire others to initiate or expand similar efforts. We plan to analyze social media and local newspapers to showcase the progress and impact of our work.
Why do you think this project is necessary?
In order to be a place where people want to come to, to live in, it has to be inviting and welcoming. Most often, schools are the center of small communities as it brings many visitors to the community. Enhancing its appearance through beautification will not only improve the school’s visual appeal but also set a positive tone for the entire community and school district. A well-maintained and attractive school reflects the community’s pride and commitment to excellence, fosters a welcoming atmosphere, and builds local morale.
1. Visual Appeal: The current state of the school’s exterior lacks visual appeal. We hope this encourages the community to continue other beautification efforts.
2. Welcoming Atmosphere: as a central gathering place, it necessitates an inviting and attractive environment to enhance community engagement and support.
3. Community Pride: reflect and reinforce the community’s pride and commitment to maintaining a vibrant and appealing public space.
Collaborative Partners
Canton-Galva Site Council consists of about 18 community members who are helping in this effort with the USD 419.
Members consist of:
9 CG Staff, of which 7 are parents
2 CG Administration
2 parents
2 community members of which are both retired teachers
3 high school student representatives
In addition, support from our USD #419 Superintendent: Jim Struber – struberj@usd419.org – 620-628-4901
People Working On The Project
No Member is attached to this project
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Contact Organizer
Ashley Schmidt