SD6 applauds Byrd's efforts
O'Brien Byrd in The Coop where the Columbia Falls Community Market took place this summer.
At the School District 6 board meeting on Monday, O’Brien Byrd was recognized for his efforts in bringing lights to Flip Darling field.
“This has been an amazing effort,” said board member Larry Wilson, “The Byrds have always been strong in the community. This is a great reflection not just on you but on the community.”
Board Chair Jill Rocksund presented Byrd with a certificate of appreciation.
“It’s been exciting to watch the teams over the years. I’m excited to see them grow and expand,” Rocksund said.
Byrd, in turn, thanked the board for their help in bringing the lights to the field.
“I’m really in awe of how quickly things went. I really appreciate the support, that you were responsive and sensitive to the timeline,” Byrd said.
“You could have put this on the back burner, I know, but you came through big time,” he added, “maybe this year we can capture something special, like the state title, and that will just be the cherry on top. It makes me so proud, it’s one more thing for Columbia Falls to brag about.”
Byrd presented a video with footage of the lights’ installation and the Wildcat’s first game under the lights to the board. The video is meant to be an additional thank-you to contributors who were unable to attend the game, Byrd said.
In other board news:
• Homecoming came to an end last week. Superintendent Steve Bradshaw was pleased with how the event of the week went.
“I was thoroughly impressed at the Hoomecoming game, with the crowd. There was a tremendous atmosphere. It was a great Homecoming,” Bradshaw said.
High School Student Body President Ava Chisholm, Vice President Logan Stephens, and Secretary Hayley Peacock addressed the board about Homecoming and about other upcoming high school events, including Pink Out day on Oct. 25, and fundraisers to promote breast cancer awareness. high school officers will begin attending board meeting every month, Chisholm said, with senior class officers attending next month. As student body president, Chisholm will continue to attend as well.
• The board unanimously voted to allow Sunburst Community Service Foundation to use a portion of the Canyon Elementary building twice a month to provide mental health services, family support, and education to the Hungry Horse, Coram, Martin City, and West Glacier communities.