Florala High School Gym Renovation
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Florala High School is a small rural school established in 1962, located in the heart of Florala, Alabama and consisting of 215 students, with over 73% receiving free and reduced lunch in grades 7-12. FHS is a member of the Alabama High School Athletic Association and participates in football, basketball, volleyball, baseball, softball and track at the varsity, junior varsity, and junior high school levels. FHS has many talented and motivated students roaming the halls that for the first time have participated in organized athletic programs. To witness the development of their confidence and skills is truly rewarding; however, it is saddening that the facilities and equipment available for them is in desperate need of repair. Therefore, we would like to ask for a donation in order to refurbish the FHS gymnasium.
The gymnasium that we are looking to renovate was built in 1962, and it still houses the original flooring. It is the central location for all indoor athletic competitions, community events, school pep rallies, charity events, school assemblies, and graduation. The historical significance and community pride of the gymnasium provides our small community with a place of welcoming unity. The refurbishment of the FHS gymnasium will create a safe facility upgrade for not only student athletes, but also the general student population and community, as well. Please help us maintain and boost community pride in the residents of Florala.
The gymnasium is in need of significant structural repair. The original hardwood floor needs to be completely striped, repaired, repainted, and refinished. The original backboard suspension systems, locker rooms, sports equipment, and some of the bleacher seats need to be replaced and repaired as well. Recent minor renovations have been completed by volunteer coaching staff from out-of-pocket funds and profits accumulated through fundraising efforts; however, because of the age of the gym, more work is inevitable. With the average median household income in Florala being $23,922, which is over $17,000 less than the state average, the wonderful people of Florala do not have the monetary means to assist in this much needed project. Therefore, we are in dire need of your help! The photographs attached will show the need to replace or repair some of these areas of the gymnasium.
Thank you for taking the time to consider FHS for a much needed donation. We will gladly accept any assistance that can be provided in pursuing our efforts to refurbish the FHS gymnasium, which brings so much joy to our community.
The gymnasium that we are looking to renovate was built in 1962, and it still houses the original flooring. It is the central location for all indoor athletic competitions, community events, school pep rallies, charity events, school assemblies, and graduation. The historical significance and community pride of the gymnasium provides our small community with a place of welcoming unity. The refurbishment of the FHS gymnasium will create a safe facility upgrade for not only student athletes, but also the general student population and community, as well. Please help us maintain and boost community pride in the residents of Florala.
The gymnasium is in need of significant structural repair. The original hardwood floor needs to be completely striped, repaired, repainted, and refinished. The original backboard suspension systems, locker rooms, sports equipment, and some of the bleacher seats need to be replaced and repaired as well. Recent minor renovations have been completed by volunteer coaching staff from out-of-pocket funds and profits accumulated through fundraising efforts; however, because of the age of the gym, more work is inevitable. With the average median household income in Florala being $23,922, which is over $17,000 less than the state average, the wonderful people of Florala do not have the monetary means to assist in this much needed project. Therefore, we are in dire need of your help! The photographs attached will show the need to replace or repair some of these areas of the gymnasium.
Thank you for taking the time to consider FHS for a much needed donation. We will gladly accept any assistance that can be provided in pursuing our efforts to refurbish the FHS gymnasium, which brings so much joy to our community.
Organizer
Troy Stewart
Organizer
Florala, AL