On March 6th, during lunch, the sophomore class held a fundraiser on the lower quad stage. Students were given the opportunity to purchase and tape either Brad Boelman, Alexander Bradbury, or Karen Levenburg to the wall.
To participate, teachers stood on chairs while students taped them to the wall. Students paid in cash $2 for one yard and $5 for three yards of duct tape.
Austin York, junior, and ASB athletics commissioner, believes preparation and promotion were key parts of the event.
“We made posters prior and announcements, so people knew about it. It wasn’t that difficult, like necessary for people to know,” said York.
ASB hoped the event would be a simple and engaging way to bring students and teachers together while raising money for the sophomore class.
“People are paying to get yards of tape, and they’re taping the teachers. It’s just an event so kids can have some fun, pay some money, and raise money,” said York.
Human Geography and AP Research teacher, Alex Bradbury, one of the three teachers taped to the wall, said he felt ready for the challenge.
“This year, I’m looking forward to it. I’ve prepared my body and my mind to get taped up,” said Bradbury.
Brad Boelman, a social studies teacher at CHS, notes the importance of teachers participating in activities outside the classroom.
“I’m honored that the students would ask me to be a part of it. I appreciate that,” said Boelman. “You can’t be an effective high school teacher if you’re not willing to embarrass yourself for the sake of learning and fundraising.”
Boelman also added that these events help students see teachers in a different light and build connections with their students.
“Students typically see their teachers in the classroom,” said Boelman. “Seeing them in a position where they’re willing to embarrass themselves for the sake of raising money helps humanize teachers more than students might normally see in class.”
Students were enthusiastic about participating in the fundraiser. Anderson Manthe, a sophomore, decided to donate because of the fun nature of the concept.
“I think it was really fun to see teachers that we know taped to the walls,” said Manthe.
With students eager to participate and teachers willing to take part, the event created a lively atmosphere while raising funds for the sophomore class.
