Six members of St. Mary’s Troop 115 were honored Saturday, Aug. 23, for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest award in Scouting America.
Family, friends, community leaders, and fellow Scouts gathered for a Court of Honor ceremony recognizing the group’s accomplishments, according to a press release from the troop.
Troop 115, chartered since 1964, has now produced 75 Eagle Scouts. The award requires youth to demonstrate leadership, perseverance, and service through a significant community project.
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This year’s honorees and their projects included:
- Noah Devine, who built 32 cedar bluebird houses for two Department of Disabilities and Special Needs campuses, enhancing conservation efforts and resident enjoyment.
- Jack Hanna, who designed and constructed a hexagonal bench around a tree outside St. Claire’s Chapel at Saint Mary’s Help of Christians Church.
- Brodie Wilkie, who partnered with his church’s Sports Ministry to create a lost-and-found station to keep children’s belongings safe and organized.
- Gavin Wilkie, who installed two wooden duck boxes at Midland Valley Community Church of the Nazarene to provide habitat for ducks year-round.
- Jay Hooper, who built two sets of wooden bleachers for the practice field at LBC Middle School, improving seating for athletes and families.
- Michael Tamburello, who designed and constructed an archery storage box for Tall Pines Charter School to promote safety and organization in the program.
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“These Scouts reflect dedication and a desire to make a positive impact on their community and environment,” the troop stated in a press release.
