Bethel District News, April 6, 2011, By Pat McGillivray
Students joined parent volunteers in some
preliminary beautification as part of Willamette Pride.
They’re launching their very own version of Extreme Makeover: High School Edition for Willamette High School.
"Willamette Pride" is the name of the group, a subcommittee of the Bethel Education Foundation (BEF). The team is made up of students and parents volunteering their time and boundless energy, all dedicated to helping the facilities reflect the great things going on in the classrooms.
They’ve already been working with generous paint and carpet companies, landscape architects, and nurseries, to name a few. You’d be surprised how many people have stepped forward to offer their help.
Bethel’s flagship school was built in 1949, with several additions added later. And while the district’s maintenance crew continues to do wonders, a close look reveals the building is in need of some attention and updating.
You can help by attending the "Willamette Pride" meeting Monday, April 11th, at 5:30 p.m. in the Willamette library. For more information, contact Willamette Pride Co-Chairs Brooke Cottle and Margaret Hansen at invest@betheleducationfoundation.org.