NHS Tennis Pavillion

The Norwell Tennis Pavilion Campaign is underway. NHS Tennis Alumni and others have received information regarding the proposed building of a 20’ by 30’ pavilion at the Norwell High School Tennis courts. This structure will provide a team gathering place, picnic area, and new storage room. Donations are being sought for funding. The tax deductible contributions may be sent to Kristie George, NHS treasurer, Norwell HS, Ossian, IN 46777. Place “Tennis Pavilion” on the memo line. For more information contact Terri Worden at 260-597-7321 or the Northern Wells Community Schools’ Website:
Select NHS Athletics on the left and then select NHS Tennis Pavilion Campaign.



Letter From Terri Worden:


November 2010

Hello!

As of May 2010, I retired from coaching girls’ tennis for 34 years at Norwell High School. I have a great respect for the game and see the benefit of this sport in competition and recreation. Taking this different step in my life has inspired me to promote a project for the good of tennis at Norwell High School and the community: a tennis pavilion. It would be placed west of the present 10 tennis courts.

Originally, I planned to contact only female tennis alumni. Yet as word of this idea spread, I noted others who felt this was a worthwhile project. Therefore, I have decided to extend to male tennis alums, parents, businesses, NWCS staff, the community, etc.

This 20’ by 30’ structure will provide a facility for team gatherings, protection from inclement weather, a place (with electricity, serving counter, and picnic tables) for snacks, an improved storage unit, and a central location for reporting scores and posting information. Recently Norwell has been hosting the boys’ and girls’ tennis sectional; this is one example of how the facility would be useful. As well, the pavilion could be used as a resting or eating place for those who walk the grounds or attend a nearby baseball game.

The design of the pavilion is attractive, but reasonable, and has been created by graduate architects Nick and Angie Worden. Furthermore, I have contacted local professionals to provide estimates and labor to put together a quality structure. The plan has been approved by Northern Wells Community Schools Superintendent Dr. Scott Mills, the school board, and Head of NWCS Maintenance John Kochert.

The estimated amount for the tennis pavilion is $18,300. I realize this request is going to people from all income categories. I respect all donations, but donations in the triple and even quadruple digits are needed. Ideally, I would like to construct the building in the summer of 2011. If donations fall short, the account will stay on hold and further efforts will need to be taken. Norwell High School is a non-profit, so this donation is tax deductible.

In order to keep informed of the NHS Tennis Pavilion project, you may go to the school corporation website to see the periodic updates: HYPERLINK "http://www.nwcs.k12.in.us/NHS/nhs.html" http://www.nwcs.k12.in.us/NHS/nhs.html Select NHS Athletics on the left and then select NHS Tennis Pavilion Campaign.

I have obtained many of my former female tennis players’ addresses, but only a few of the male athletes. Please help in spreading the word to anyone you know who would be willing to donate. Our times need to promote the out-of-doors and physical activity: tennis is one way to do this. This building will benefit the young adults of Northern Wells, as well as, all patrons of the community. I thank you for your assistance with this effort.

Sincerely,


Terri Worden
Former Norwell Girls Tennis Coach and NHS Tennis Pavilion Chairperson
Email: terri.worden@nwcs.k12.in.us



NORWELL HIGH SCHOOL TENNIS PAVILION CONTRIBUTION
Please return by April 1, 2011

The collection of these funds has been properly authorized by Athletic Director Eric Morgan,
NWCS Business Manager/Treasurer Brandon Penrod, and NHS Treasurer Kristie George.


Name of Person(s) or Business_______________________________________________________

NHS Tennis Alumni? If so, year of graduation_________________

If applicable, NHS Athlete Maiden Name_______________________________________________________
Address:
Street_____________________________________________________________________

City______________________________________________________ Zip_____________

Phone___________________________________________________ (if contact necessary)

Email_____________________________________________________________________

ACE LEVEL - $500+
This qualifies contributors’ names to be placed in the pavilion. This may be an individual, a business, or a
group, such as teams or graduation classes who donate collectively to reach this level for recognition. If a group, please include on another sheet, group title with individual names and amount of each contribution.

Amount of Donation__________________________________________

Make checks payable to Norwell High School Athletic Department.
IMPORTANT: Write Tennis Pavilion on the memo line.

Want a receipt? Yes_______ No________ Donations are tax deductible!

Send this form along with payment using the enclosed envelope
OR to:
Kristie George, treasurer
Norwell High School
1100E US 224
Ossian, IN 46777

Thank you for your loyalty to norwell high school
and
to nhs tennis!