We are pleased to announce the successful completion of the gymnasium renovation at Tyler Consolidated Middle School, marking the first major overhaul of the gym floor since the school's opening in 1993. The planning for this project began in the winter of 2022, involving a collaborative effort with The Ohio Floor Company and The Barn Artist. Together, we explored various design ideas by going back and forth on different options, and finally reaching our desired look. However, the project faced delays in the summer of 2023 due to ongoing construction related to the installation of our new HVAC system. This worked out perfectly as the hard workers were able to enjoy our nice, cool building on the hot, summer days.
The renovation process officially began on June 26, 2024, when The Ohio Floor Company started by sanding down the original gym floor. This was followed by a week-long period during which painters meticulously applied the new design and sealed it with a final coating. After allowing the floor to settle, The Barn Artist began the mural project on July 23, dedicating many hours to creating a large, intricately detailed piece of art. Today, August 6, 2024, we are proud to share that the final touches have been completed, bringing this significant project to a close.
We can barely wait for our students to return for their first day of school on August 21 and witness the stunning transformation of their gymnasium. Visiting teams will now, truly enter "The Castle," when they come to TCMS to play the Knights. We extend our sincere thanks to The Ohio Floor Company and The Barn Artist for their exceptional craftsmanship, which has not only revitalized our gymnasium but will also leave a lasting impact on our school community for decades to come.