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EDUCATION & YOUTH “There is Always Enough” PRHS Building named in honor of Wally Ohles By Val Poalillo Wally Ohles was a teacher, mentor, coach, counselor, cheerleader and friend to many people in Paso Robles. Whether he taught you history or to drive; whether he was at all your games/matches/meets or told you good stories in driver’s education; whether he helped you through a family issue or just gave you a ride home; Wally was always there to help. Wally’s motto was “There is always enough.” My brother-in-law, Richard, now passed, told me when I started teaching at Paso Robles High School back in 1995, “Wally Ohles is the best teacher I ever had. You got to meet him.” I had the pleasure of working with Wally for several years. So when the idea sprang to dedicate the newest addition to Paso Robles High School, the 1000 Building, a few good people got together, started the Facebook page “I support the ‘Name the new PRHS Building After Wally Ohles” campaign.” Today the FB page has 2702 members. The willpower of a few determined people, cheered on by the community, connected through Facebook, made the idea a reality. Two Bearcat alums, Lila Avery-Fuson, owner of the Central Coast Lavender Farm and Gene Miller, principal of Flamson Middle School, became team leaders of an unstoppable group determined to see this through. Lila was the “will” and Gene was the “power.” Apparently there was a code that prevented naming of buildings in honor of people, which was overturned by the 2000+ people who signed the petition started by Lila. Here is a portion of the impassioned speech given by Lila to the Paso Robles School Board. “Recently we lost a teacher, a coach and a friend. Mr. Wally Ohles passed and leaves us all with fond memories deeply rooted in education. We would like the board members to join us in honoring Mr. Ohles with the naming of the new two-story 1000 building at the Paso Robles High School. “In January 2001, a change was made to Board Policy 7310 that was originally adopted on October 26, 1982, which allows the naming of a school facility. This change adversely affected every Paso Robles Bearcat, past and present students from 1982 up to today. “Those of us who had Mr. Wally Ohles as a teacher, mentor and/or a coach, would like to honor him for his years of unwavering dedication. His life was given to both the Paso Robles Joint Unified School district and the countless numbers of young men and women whose lives were forever changed, improved and inspired by this incredible man. “In 1982 the policy allowed for the naming of a very familiar coach in the legacy of the Bearcat, Coach Asa. The gymnasium at the old High School stood in his name and with it the stories of all the great things he did were passed down through parents of students and coaches alike. It kept the spirit of the Bearcat and the High School strong knowing the history. “As many of us PRHS alumni can attest, we heard of all those stories of Coach Asa from our parents, aunts and uncles, and it made us that more determined to study hard, play hard and be proud to be a Bearcat. “Mr. Wally Ohles is just what the Paso Robles High School needs to not only carry on a legacy of devoted PRHS Bearcat pride, but to honor a man who dedicated his life to the very students who will pass through this new building. “We are asking that the current policy that was revised on January 9, 2001 be Top: Gene Miller and Wally Ohles Plaque. Left: Lila Avery- Fuson and husband addressing the dedication crowd. Right: The ribbon was cut by Lila’s 10 year old daughter, Abigail. amended to reflect the BP 7310 Facilities allowing the naming of the new two story 1000 building at the PRHS to be in honor of Wally Ohles.” Once the approval was given, Gene Miller set out researching and photographing plaques from around Flamson MS. Seems there are several historical memorials all around the former high school campus. He shared photos on the FB page, people discussed what was to be written, and how the image of Wally should be portrayed. Gene powered through the development of the plaque and it arrived in time for the big dedication ceremony, May 22nd, before the annual PRHS Open House. Some former students posted these comments on the FB page. “I support the Wally Ohles building. He helped me when I deserved none.” Travis Stemper “...in my perspective Mr. Ohles was one of the most loving, funny, most dedicated, and most INSPIRATIONAL BEARCAT THAT WE HAVE EVER HAD in Paso Robles High School history.” Being a cross country runner, Pepe Gonzalez planned on dedicating his next marathon to Mr. Wally Ohles. There is more than enough love in the Paso Robles community for our Bearcat Forever! 14 Paso Robles Magazine, July 2013
Veterinarian goes solar in a big way Cal Paso Solar Electric is proud to announce the construction of a solar power system for Dr. David Bogenrief, large animal veterinarian at the Estrella Equine Hospital, 8390 Estrella Road, in San Miguel. “I’ve been wanting to go solar for over a decade, but my accountant was always telling me ‘not yet’,” said Dr. Bogenrief. “But now, with recent improvements in solar technology and the major tax benefits offered, along with constant PG&E price increases made for a practical environmental and business decision. I have clients come up the driveway all the time remarking on what a great idea this was and I always refer them to Jim Shepard at Cal Paso Solar. It was great working with him.” “This was an interesting project for us to connect three separate installations with one array to supply his home, water well and the hospital,” said Shepard. “He had an unused hillside behind the buildings that was perfect with a great orientation for the panels.” “We used 136 American made 255 watt Solar World solar panels, three Solectria 5000 watt, three 3,000 watt and two 6500 watt inverters in the systems that will produce 63,936 kilowatts annually, saving Dr. Bogenrief thousands of dollars per year in PG&E expenses and more importantly leave him virtually unaffected by PG&E price increases in the future. “Dr. Bogenrief was great to work with and we were able to collaborate with him through the holidays last fall to secure an end of year tax credit. He will realize a completed return on his investment in just 5 years.” said Shepard. Cal Paso Solar, leading experts in photo voltaic solar systems for residential and commercial projects, is also now able to provide grantwriting expertise for agricultural solar projects. Join the “Meter Running Backward” Club! CALL NOW FOR YOUR FREE ENERGY ANALYSIS! 805-239-4851 California Contractors License #933700 We have an A+ Rating! Not your typical solar company... 1900 Spring St., Suite B • Paso Robles • calpasosolar.com July 2013, Paso Robles Magazine 15
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