HAVEN, Kan. — The Haven School Board heard from parents and athletes about their desire to restart the wrestling program at the school during Monday's regular meeting.
The parents approached the board last month asking about adding the sport at the high school. Athletic Director Jared Kirkpatrick told the board the starting the program would cost the district about $34,000 with an annual cost of $12,000.
One obstacle for the program would be finding a location to practice. One option is to use the old weight room in the basement of the high school. That area has some water issues that would need to be addressed first. Another option discussed is to use the gym at Yoder Charter School.
Also on Monday, the Board discussed renovations to the auditorium at the high school. The district wanted to do them last year but could not get a suitable bid for the work. The estimated cost of the project would be about $300,000 and could include new seats, new flooring, renovated walls, lighting and a new sound system. Superintendent Clark Wedel says they have had discussions with contractors and hope to be able to get the project moving forward.