The beginning of the school year was marked with many changes and improvements, including the addition of six new art tables. These art tables were designed and built by Central sophomore, Dane Mueller, for his Eagle Scout’s project.
From its beginning in 1911, Eagle Scouts has been the pinnacle of Scouting America, and the only way to reach this stage is through the completion of an Eagle Scout project. For context, Mueller has been doing Scouts since the second grade. He has helped serve our community in a few ways, including the addition of our new art tables.
Mueller says, “I needed an idea and Mrs. Adams said I need new art tables, and here we are.” These art tables solve many common problems that hinder the art experience. They create a good storage area for art supplies, don’t retain paint stains, and they improve the overall look of the art room.
Sophomore Trenton Keierleber working on a sculpture using Mueller’s tables (Aramis Rivera)
These new tables were constructed with wood and stainless steel, and they are especially helpful for the cleanup of paint on the top of the tables. The six tables were also fitted with shelves that give the art room a lot more space and room to work. So far, there has only been positive feedback to the addition of the new tables from Mrs. Adams and the students who use them. “I am beyond ecstatic about the tables…The new tables with the storage are amazing. Today we did painting and it was the easiest cleanup,” Mrs. Adams says. These tables bring about a new experience for art students, and they represent another way that Eagle Scouts are serving the community.
“The school has been blessed with lots of Eagle projects over the years,” Mrs. Adams says. From trophy displays to other tables, Eagle Scout’s projects can be found all around the school. “He saw a need because he was in the room. He dealt with the negative effects of the old tables,” says Mrs. Adams. Mueller as well as the rest of the school experienced some of the problems with the old art tables, which included shakiness, lack of storage, and susceptibility to staining. In all, the Eagle Scout’s projects, including Mueller’s, will serve our school community for many more years.
