By: Anjeza Skudrinja
Beck Curtis an Evan Arnold are seniors at Watertown High School and for their capstone, they are working with the program Project Puzzle Piece to cut out large wooden puzzle pieces that will be used to raise money for Autism Awareness and WHS Unified Sports program. Working together has been well because the two never argue and work well together. Beck is a part of the graphic and video producer and Evan is a part of the woodshop. Large decorated puzzle pieces will be placed outside of different businesses in Watertown. The puzzle pieces are meant to raise money. Beck first heard about Project Puzzle Piece from a friend, which led to him thinking it would be a good idea to give back to his brother, who has down syndrome community and help others out. As of right now, the process of cutting out the puzzle pieces has been completed and they are being decorated by seniors. So far one of Beck's favorite pieces has been the Carvel and G’s Burger puzzle piece because of the pastel colors. A gallery/premiere of all the puzzle pieces at the High School will be postponed due to COVID 19. Beck states “I want people to be inspired by them and to learn more about autism, what it is, how people can interpret it, and if they know anyone in their life who has it.” Working with different businesses in Watertown has been a smooth process for Beck and he enjoys it. He states “I’ve learned a lot. It has given me a chance to work on my production and marketing skills, work on making videos, networking with people, meeting new people in town, and gaining new skills with power tools. All the effort that goes into such a complex process”. Evan says that this experience has taught him how to ¨speak publicly, more about woodshop, better communication, and how much people are willing to do for others.¨ Beck says that he would’ve done this project if it wasn’t for Capstone requirements but it was definitely a motivational and influential part of completing the project. Many students and teachers at WHS have helped them out with the project. Most of all, Beck states, “The project impacted self-growth and learning more about myself. I had a good feeling giving back to the community and working with some of the bigger names of Watertown”.
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