Student scarecrows raise scholarship funds

Bob Grooney and his award-winning pal.

Sisters Middle School students exercised their creativity and community spirit last month, making 32 scarecrows to raise funds for the Helping Hands scholarship program.

Each scarecrow was "sponsored" by a business for $50, which helped raise more than $1,400 in conjunction with the school's Fall Carnival.

According to scarecrow project coordinator Jackie Kolb, the funds will help students participate in fee-based school programs such as sports, Outdoor School and other activities.

The scarecrow created for The Gallimaufry by Mrs. Patton's guideroom took first place honors in scarecrow judging.

According to Kolb, response from businesses was so great that the school had to stop taking sponsorships because students were overwhelmed by the work load.

Scarecrows will be on display through November 15.

According to Kolb, plans are underway for next year.