Scout builds bench tables for Cony as Eagle Scout project

PHOTOS: Cony High School Principal Kim Silsby and Eagle Scout candidate Stephen Labbe. (Submitted photo)

AUGUSTA – Life Scout Stephen Labbe, of Augusta Troop 603, presented to Cony High School 13 bench tables for an outdoor classroom at the end of September.

The Eagle Scout project is considered to be the most challenging part of Scouting. The purpose of the project is to tive the Scout an opportunity to “plan, develop, and give leadership to others,” as noted in the requirement.
Eagle Scout projects are evaluated on the benefit to the organization being served and on the leadership provided by the candidate. There must also be evidence of organized planning and development. During these COVID-19 times, many schools are finding it useful to have as many classrooms and activities outside. Stephen led five adults and two Scouts to construct 13 bench tables for the Cony Middle and High School.
He graduated in the spring and wanted to give back to his alma mater. Students and teachers have already put the bench tables to use.
“Students will enjoy these benches for years to come!” Cony posted on its facebook page.
The project was the final requirement needed and once approved, Stephen will go before an Eagle Scout Board of Review to evaluate his scouting career.