Investing in Our Community
Supporting Oak Mountain Schools and Local Quality of Life
Indian Springs Village is proud to invest in the future of our community through meaningful support of local schools, student programs, and public spaces. From educational improvements and fine arts enhancements to athletic upgrades and community facilities, these contributions reflect a continued commitment to the families, students, and organizations that help make this area such a special place to live.
Over the last several years, Indian Springs Village has provided significant funding to Oak Mountain schools and other local initiatives, helping create lasting improvements that benefit students on a daily basis and strengthen the broader community for years to come.
Supporting Oak Mountain Schools
Over the course of three years, all four Oak Mountain schools received more than $1.5 million in funding, helping make possible major equipment purchases, facility renovations, and student-centered improvements.
Indian Springs Village Mayor shared the Village’s heart behind this investment:
“We are extremely proud of our Oak Mountain Schools and delighted to be able to support them financially to enhance students’ educational experience and development. We are fully aware that these children are our future, and will do whatever we can to help make their journey successful.”
This partnership between Indian Springs Village and the Oak Mountain school community has supported academics, athletics, fine arts, technology, and student development across every grade level.
Oak Mountain High School
Oak Mountain High School received more than $800,000 in funding from Indian Springs Village, supporting a wide range of projects across campus.
These investments included:
- More than $500,000 for athletic renovations inside the high school, including transforming the old fine arts wing into multi-purpose rooms for multiple teams
- A new hitting facility for the softball team
- New bleachers in the basketball gym
- Equipment and uniform purchases for the football and baseball teams
- $30,000 for teacher grant requests
- $153,000 for new marching band uniforms
- $42,000 for new mirrors and risers in the choir room
- $40,000 for technology updates in the band and choir rooms
- $10,000 for a new performing arts center stage floor
- $30,000 for new seating in the library
- $10,000 toward construction of a new baseball press box
Oak Mountain High School Principal Andrew Gunn said:
“This partnership has enhanced every aspect of the high school experience from academics to fine arts to athletics. We are extremely grateful for the council’s support and look forward to a continued partnership for many years to come.”
New Oak Mountain High School Band Uniforms
One of the most exciting projects supported through this partnership was the purchase of new Oak Mountain High School Band uniforms. After 24 years in their original uniforms, the band debuted a new look thanks in part to a generous grant from the Indian Springs mayor and town council, along with support from Band Boosters and the wider community.
The new design honors Oak Mountain tradition while introducing a more modern visual identity. Created by the band directors and the artistic staff at Fruhauf Uniforms, the uniforms feature classic Oak Mountain elements, including the interlocking OM logo, along with modular pieces that allow for multiple combinations. A specially designed drum major uniform with a reversed color palette ensures conductors stand out on the podium.
This investment reflects Indian Springs Village’s belief in supporting not only academics and athletics, but also the arts and the student experiences that build school pride and lifelong memories.
Oak Mountain Middle School
Oak Mountain Middle School received $350,118.14 in donated funding, which helped support a variety of important campus improvements.
Projects included:
- New gym bleachers
- Floor covering for the gym floor
- A full renovation of the broadcast room
- New messaging boards
- New band instruments
- Hallway system improvements
These upgrades help improve student life across academics, communication, school spirit, and extracurricular programs.
Oak Mountain Intermediate School
Oak Mountain Intermediate School received $181,000, which was used for improvements that directly impact everyday learning and student development.
Funded projects included:
- A new gym floor
- New whiteboards for teachers
- Playground upgrades
- An outdoor sensory playground
- A cafeteria projector system
Principal Dr. Laura Junkin described the importance of these improvements:
“Each project has been able to reach every student in our school community and make an immediate impact on student development. Since OMIS is the blending school, providing students with the opportunity to build social problem-solving skills along with academic growth is imperative. Each of these projects allows our faculty and staff opportunities to better grow the entire child.”
Oak Mountain Elementary School
Oak Mountain Elementary School received $251,479, helping fund campus improvements that support learning, play, and student well-being.
These projects included:
- New turf installation for an interior courtyard
- Renovation of the turtle pond and surrounding courtyard
- A new gym floor
- New playground equipment
- Library renovations
- New conference room furniture
These improvements enhance both educational spaces and the everyday environment students experience throughout the school day.
Additional Community Support
In addition to direct school funding, Indian Springs Village has also supported projects that benefit the wider community, including the Softball Pavilion at the Oak Mountain High School outdoor fields and the scoreboard at Eagle Stadium at Heardmont Park.
These contributions reflect the Village’s continued effort to strengthen the places where families gather, students compete, and the community comes together.
A Continued Commitment to the Future
Indian Springs Village remains committed to supporting the educational potential of local schools and the quality of life of the broader Oak Mountain community. These investments are about more than buildings, equipment, or renovations — they are about creating better opportunities for students, encouraging excellence, and helping the next generation thrive.
By partnering with local schools and supporting meaningful community projects, Indian Springs Village is helping build a stronger future for everyone who calls this area home.
