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GAZEBO RESTORATION

The ECHHS gazebo, located on "freshman hill", serves as a popular hang-out spot for students throughout the school day.  Since 2010, the gazebo has suffered damages that make it hard to utilize to a full extent. The gazebo restoration fund aims to make repairs and ensure the gazebo is maintained in perpetuity. 

Update

We have completed raising the funds for the gazebo restoration. Construction will begin in September 2024.  We are no longer asking for donations to this project. Please consider supporting one of our other fundraising projects and stay tuned for updates. 

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ABOUT THE PROJECT

History

With an excess of funds from graduation/prom expenses, the Class of 2009 set out to solidify their impact on the East campus and community. A group of students devoted to the cause eventually decided on building a gazebo as the East campus is constantly in need of places for students to eat lunch and hang out. Following its construction, the gazebo was dedicated to the late Principal Thaden who dedicated many years of his life to making ECHHS become the best learning environment possible. 

Necessary Repairs and Improvements

  • Power wash
  • Sand the wood
  • Stain the gazebo
  • Seal the gazebo wood and concrete professionally
  • Replace missing/broken roof shingles
  • Replace broken/rotting wood panels

Why Donate?

  • Help restore an iconic landmark on the ECHHS campus
  • Honor the legacy of Principal Thaden and the Class of 2009
  • Ensure that students have a hospitable and shaded place to hang out and eat lunch
  • Gain a tax deduction for all donations made through the Public Schools Foundation

How Can I Donate?

For transparency and to ensure that donors can receive a tax deduction, all donations will be made through the Chapel Hill- Carrboro Public Schools Foundation. All donations will be applied in entirety to the execution of the project. In order to donate, click on the link below that takes you to the Public School Foundation of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools District donation page, click on the other programs box, fill out the personal info and payment information, and make sure to put in the comment box "East Chapel Hill High School Gazebo Restoration Fund."

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Additional Info

Donation Tiers

Progress (updated 8/20)

Special Thanks To

Ryan Coutinho, Class of 2005 - Gold Sponsor

ECHHS PTSA

ECHHS Class of 2024

The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation

Business Sponsorship

OWN A LOCAL BUSINESS?

The ECHHS Alumni Association has created a business sponsorship package through which the association will promote your business in appreciation of your business' monetary gift. 

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IMAGE Gallery

Wood on the inside of the gazebo is rotting in some places and in desperate need of sanding and a new coat of stain

Shingles on the roof of the gazebo are falling off

Benches inside the gazebo are bent and have often broken

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