The students at Olympic Peninsula Academy (OPA), an Alternative Learning Educational school within the Sequim School District, are buzzing with excitement! Recently, OPA received a generous grant from the Port Authority of Port Angeles. This grant will be used to construct a covered gazebo next to the OPA greenhouse and bioenvironmental lab, creating a fantastic outdoor learning space for students involved in the plant sciences and environmental sciences programs.
But that's not all! OPA has partnered with the Sequim Middle School Industrial Trades program to bring this project to life. Under the expert guidance of Mr. Bill McFarlen, Sven Wicker, and Charles Cox, the middle school students will use this gazebo project as their culminating project for the semester. These industrious 7th and 8th graders will come to OPA to construct the gazebo, showcasing their skills and dedication.
The middle school students have already impressed everyone with their previous projects, which include designing and building picnic tables, outdoor home and garden sheds, and even rocking horses. Their involvement in the gazebo project not only highlights their craftsmanship but also strengthens the bond between the district's newest Career and Technical Education (CTE) program and the Alternative Learning Educational program at OPA.
We are incredibly grateful for the grant funds and the opportunity to see our students in action. This project is a testament to the power of collaboration and the bright future of our students. Stay tuned for updates as we watch this exciting project unfold!