Eagle Scout Projects

Preserving Sharon Township History: Mason Everly, a 15-year-old sophomore at Highland High School and member of Sharon Center Scout Troop 411, has successfully completed his Eagle Scout project, preserving a piece of local history. Everly’s project involved repurposing commemorative bricks originally installed in the town circle in 2006. When the circle was renovated in 2025, these meaningful pieces of community history were removed. Rather than letting them disappear, Mason created a new walkway at the 1840 Community House, giving the bricks a permanent home. “I wanted to give back to the community, a way to remember a part of our town’s history,” Everly explained. “By doing the project, I hope that our community members can visit the walkway for years to come. “The project required collaboration with township trustees and members of the Heritage Society, who supported Mason’s vision. The walkway now serves as both a functional addition to the historic site and a tribute to Sharon Township’s past. Mason’s dedication to preserving community heritage exemplifies the leadership and service values of the Eagle Scout rank, the highest achievement in Scouting.

U.S. Flag Retirement Drop Box: Highland High School junior, Dario Pallante, has completed an Eagle Scout project that serves both patriotism and community. As a member of Troop 411 and longtime Honor Guard participant, Dario purchased and installed a US Flag Retirement Drop Box at the Sharon Township Fire Department. Dario fundraised and secured donations from local businesses including Walmart, the Moose in Wadsworth, Pam’s Perennials, Grass Commander, Pizza Hut, Home Depot, Akron’s Finest, and the Sharon Trustees. He also poured a foundation and landscaped around the box himself. “I decided on this project because we did not have a flag retirement box, and I wanted people to dispose of their flags in a respectful way,” Dario explained. “I am happy to serve the community I grew up in. “According to the U.S. Flag Code, flags that are faded, frayed, or torn beyond repair should be destroyed respectfully. Community members can now bring their worn flags to the Fire Station, where volunteer firefighters will transport them to the American Legion or VFW for proper retirement ceremonies. Within days of installation, the box was already full—a testament to the community need Dario identified and fulfilled.