A huge shout-out to Max from Boy Scout Troop 763! For his Eagle Scout project, Max has given Northstar something truly special that our students will enjoy every day.

At 17 years old, he wanted his project to make a real difference. “My brother went here, and around that time I started thinking about Scout projects,” he explained. Max, who enjoys woodcraft and working with his hands, commented, “After talking through some options with the Head of School, we decided to do a sensory walk.”

With stencils he and his crew of volunteers designed and printed, Max turned an ordinary stretch of sidewalk near our playground into a colorful sensory walk. The first step was power washing the nearly 300 feet of concrete to clear it of any debris and prep the surface, then lay the stencils and spray paint the activities in vibrant colors. Along the path, students are prompted to crab walk, spin, touch their toes, jump, balance, and more. Sensory walks are great ways for students to incorporate movement during the day while taking a break from the classroom. The exercises are fun, but they also help students build coordination, practice motor skills, and even regulate their bodies.

Max shared that his favorite part is the balance beam section. He also hopes the project has a long life here at Northstar. “I hope it lasts as long as it can and that kids like to use it,” he said.

The Eagle Scout project is a significant milestone — it represents not only years of Scouting but also the ability to plan, lead, and complete a meaningful service project that benefits the community. Max’s work is an example of how young people can leave a lasting mark while learning leadership, responsibility, and teamwork.

Already, students are eager to try out each new challenge, and teachers have noticed how much joy it brings to recess, P.E., and even quick brain breaks. What was once just a sidewalk is now an interactive space where movement and learning come together.