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Canton Alumni Association Concludes 135 Years of Service with Final Gift
After 135 years of dedicated service to Canton Area School District, the Canton High School Alumni Association has made its final gift to the school and community that it has faithfully supported since 1889. The new electronic message board, valued at $22,000, was donated in August 2025 and installed last week along Main Street near the Nelle Black Westgate Auditorium. The sign will be used to display school announcements, upcoming events, student achievements, and important community news, providing enhanced visibility and communication for the district.

“This donation represents our alumni association’s ongoing dedication to the Canton Area School District,” said Barbara Machmer, president of the Canton High School Alumni Association. “We’re proud to conclude our association’s 135-year history with this meaningful gift that will benefit current students and keep our community informed for years to come.”
The project was spearheaded by the alumni association’s executive board, which includes President Barbara Machmer, Vice President Bev Griffin, and Secretary Shelley Reese, along with board members Darby Fiester and Melody Kitchen. Also, special thanks to Brock Kitchen for his hard work on this project and Mr. Mark Jannone for his input.

For more than a century, the Canton High School Alumni Association brought together graduates from across the decades to celebrate their shared Canton heritage. The association held its 135th annual alumni reception in May 2024, marking one of the longest-running alumni organizations in the region. The new electronic sign will serve as both a practical communication tool and a lasting symbol of the enduring bond between Canton alumni and their community. Located prominently on Main Street, it will welcome visitors while keeping residents informed about the activities taking place within the Canton Area School District. As the Canton High School Alumni Association concludes its operations, this final gift ensures that the spirit of alumni dedication and support will continue to serve the school and community for generations to come.