Old Tawanka windows auctioned for charity

When the old Tawanka Elementary School on Brownsville Road was built in 1964, the architect infused Native American themes and designs throughout the building. The most famous was a large mural that graced the front of the building for 50 years until the school was demolished for a new building in 2015. Students and neighbors will likely also recall the yellow fiberglass windows found in each classroom and the library. On nights when the school was in use or as the custodians did their work, the designs on these translucent windows could be seen from the street.

A number of panels from these windows were rescued prior to demolition and are now being auctioned to the public as a fundraiser for the non-profit Neshaminy Education Foundation. The first batch was auctioned in September and sold out quickly. The current auction will be live until Sunday, December 19. Winners must pick up their window panels at Maple Point Middle School in Middletown Township OR at the new Tawanka Elementary School building in Langhorne during normal business hours.

The auction site can be found at https://givebutter.com/c/JLuVw...

The Neshaminy Education Foundation is designed to provide resources to Neshaminy schools that are not otherwise provided within the school budget or from other sources. By using their economic resources to supplement and enrich the educational experiences of students in the District, the Foundation increases educational opportunities for all students. The Foundation channels its resources towards strengthening the community's public schools. Visit them at www.neshaminy.org/nef.