McCandless Park Project

McCandless Park has seen positive changes since 2016 and those changes must continue till the last phase is complete.  Thanks to the 2019 BIG GIVE GAGE we were able to meet that goal and the restroom/concession stand is being built as you read this.
 
Our final phase is to purchase an Inclusive, Handicapped Accessible playground for the 5-12 year old’s.  An Inclusive Playground provides many benefits to children and will be a huge asset to our community.
 
By making playgrounds inclusive it can resolve many social problems because children of all abilities can play together. Parks and playground equipment shouldn't limit or segregate children. Inclusive playgrounds encourage play, which leads to a mutual understanding, friendships, and a true feeling of community.  Further, inclusive play areas also allow adults of varying ages and abilities to actively engage with the children in their care. The playground can become a truly multi-generational gathering space for community enjoyment, socialization, healthy bodies and imaginative fun.
 
Southern Elementary School currently serves a population where 20% of students are utilizing special education services.  The need for an Inclusive Playground is obvious. The total cost of the final phase of this process is $142,962.  With your support the WBSAF will be able to provide this much needed, long overdue, benefit to our community.   
 
The WBSAF sees the benefits inclusive playgrounds bring to a community and the development of the whole child – mentally, physically and socially.  With the addition of an Inclusive Playground in McCandless Park, the WBSAF is able to do our part to encourage play, which leads to a mutual understanding, friendships, and a true feeling of community.