The program has become a community-wide success, with participants advancing to regional and national competitions in Louisville and Myrtle Beach. “For a lot of kids, it’s their first time leaving Wells County,” Carter says. “Seeing them compete and succeed at that level—it’s incredible.” The enthusiasm has rippled outward, boosting participation in 4-H archery and strengthening ties between families and the school.“We have parents volunteering, community members donating time and equipment—it’s contagious,” Lehman adds. “Mike’s work embodies what Southern Wells is about: giving kids experiences they might never have had otherwise.” FACILITIES FOR THE FUTURE Southern Wells is in the midst of significant infrastructure upgrades that blend preservation with progress. The Raider Dome, the district’s iconic sunken gymnasium known for its wooden ceiling and electric atmosphere, is receiving a full HVAC upgrade and air conditioning installation—a long-awaited improvement for summer sports and graduation ceremonies. The district is also breaking ground on the Raider Activity Center (RAC), a new multi-use facility that will house an additional gym, a modern weight room, Specialists in Education Risk. Partners in Your Mission. Learn more at WalkerHughes.com 322 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 12
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