Jack McDonnell's Eagle Project - Lincoln Hwy Historical Marker, New Lenox
This page is create and promote awareness for my Eagle Project. Hello. I'm Jack McDonnell of Troop 318 in Orland Park, IL. Welcome to my Eagle Project page.
Here I will update you on news, events, fundraiser info, and project status. I encourage you to visit the marker and gazebo located in front of Lincoln-Way Central High School at , 1890 E Lincoln Hwy, New Lenox, IL 60451. My goal is to honor the Boy Scouts who placed this original marker in 1928, to assist the Will County  Historical Preservation Committee, and support the local community with th
07/12/2024
This summer, the Lincoln Highway Association invited LWE student Jack McDonnell to present his Eagle Scout project at their annual conference. For his project, Jack restored and beautified a historic highway marker in front of Lincoln-Way Central High School. The Lincoln Highway marker was originally installed by the Boy Scouts nearly 100 years ago.
Jack received the "Friend of the Highway Award." The Association also recognized Dr. McNamara and Lincoln-Way Central for working together and supporting Jack with his project. Congratulations and great work!
06/28/2024
Thank you to The Lincoln Highway Association for inviting me to present my Eagle 🦅 project highlights at their annual conference in Elkhart, IN last night.
I was humbled and honored to recieve the ‘Friend of the Highway Award’. I also represented Lincoln-Way Central and Dr. McNamara who were honored with Educator of the Year from the Association.
06/24/2024
Our Scouts of Orland Park Troop 318 are making a difference, one project at a time, and we're incredibly proud of their dedication and hard work.
Village of Orland Park, Illinois - Government
Village of Tinley Park Illinois Government
Orland Park Troop 318G
Calumet District - Pathway to Adventure Council
04/30/2024
I was the proud recipient of the AFJROTC Purple Heart National Leadership Award. Thank you, Colonel O'Conner. Congratulations on your retirement. 
04/26/2024
Proud of this nomination.
10/27/2023
https://youtu.be/oyHmnz141RA?si=ZSeFxrY3PC7ZD0ia
My Eagle Scout mentor pin presentation:
10/27/2023
I gave my Mentor's Pin to my mom. Without her guidance and dedication, I would have never completed my journey in Scouting.
10/27/2023
Last night I was officially awarded the rank of Eagle Scout. Thank you to all that helped make this happen.
10/21/2023
Please share with Family and Friends to join us for an All you can eat Pancake Breakfast tomorrow morning.
Supporting Orland Park’s VFW & Orland Park Troop 318.
Orland Park Troop 318G
Thank you,
Orland Park Troop 318 Scouts
07/01/2023
Congratulations to Orland Park Troop 318 Senior Patrol Leader, Jack on becoming an Eagle Scout!
An amazing year for this young man and his family. Best of Luck as you lead the Troop at Ransburg Scout Reservation.
06/16/2023
National Youth Leadership Training
is an exciting, action-packed program designed for councils to provide youth members with leadership skills and experience they can use in their home troops and in other situations demanding leadership of self and others.
Orland Park Troop 318
https://www.lw210.org/
Thank you Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210!
05/19/2023
My project completed today. I met with Dr. McNamara, Principal of Lincoln-Way Central High School, and Asst. Principal Mr. DePolo. I reviewed and presented the improvements which reside on school property. 
Thank you to everyone who contributed through my fundraiser and through donations. Due to your generosity I was able to present them with a check for $3200 for continued maintenance and upkeep.
05/13/2023
Finishing touches. Added two new lights.
05/01/2023
The final touch, solar lights.
04/29/2023
Project complete! Troop 318 of Orland Park and Lincoln-Way East AFJROTC Cadets really showed up in force this morning to complete in 3.5 hours! I couldn’t have done it without all of you.
04/29/2023
Thank you to Archer Pines landscaping! Phil & Luke, donating their time and direction and resources to make this a big success!
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04/29/2023
The final day! Landscaping underway…
04/28/2023
Troop 318 honors and congratulates 4 new Eagle Scouts last night!
04/26/2023
Did a little pre-planning and touch up work for this Saturday. Can’t wait to see everybody for the last day of my project! Stay tuned for some final pictures this weekend!
04/22/2023
Definitely made some progress today. We had to cut it short due to hail and rain.
04/22/2023
Day #2 is underway! Finishing the prep work, and the staining of the ceiling has started.
04/16/2023
yours? I will bring these to the next troop meeting.
04/16/2023
In attendance for my project today was Kay & Ed Kozak from the Lincoln Highway Association. I am honored to have their support throughout my project. 
04/15/2023
Day 1 complete! Demolition and prep work finished. Plus a little litter pickup for the high school.
Thank you to everyone who volunteered their time and energy. I couldn’t do it without you!
04/15/2023
The group had a challenge and fun removing the roots of the bushes.  Task complete!
04/15/2023
04/15/2023
It starts…
04/14/2023
Tomorrow is day 1 of work at location for my Eagle Project!
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