Each year the members of the Shenandoah Valley Chapter of the National Honor Society select a member of the High School Faculty and recognize that teacher for their involvement in the educational process by conferring them with the Crystal Apple Award. This year’s recipient was Social Studies Teacher Chris Conroy who has been a member…

MMI finishes third overall at Luzerne County Envirothon   (Freeland, PA – May 1, 2015) – MMI Preparatory School finished third overall at the 2015 Luzerne County Envirothon. The Envirothon is an annual environmental competition for high school students.  The Luzerne Conservation District coordinates and sponsors the Luzerne County Envirothon each spring.  The event is…

Paul McCool was honored with the Old Forge Leo Club Award for his countless hours of dedication and strong leadership not only in the community but as a member of the Old Forge Leo Club.  Left to right in photo: William Metschulat- Leo Coordinator, Paul McCool

Shown receiving her plaque for being selected as the 2015 Shenandoah Valley Female Scholar Athlete is Kristina Nieddu. This event was sponsored by the Schuylkill County Women’s Athletic Association and held at the Pine View Acres in Pottsville, Pa. Kristina has earned 12 Varsity letters for her participation in Volleyball, Basketball, Softball, & Track. Academically…

CTC Cosmetology student, Patrick Capitano, has been nominated by instructor, Ms. Christine Menichini, as May Student of the Month. Patrick is a Junior at West Scranton High School. He has been described as extremely motivated. “Patrick has not only demonstrated initiative, but also has great attendance. “He performs all tasks beyond the expectation of a…

HOLY REDEEMER STUDENTS RECEIVE BISHOP’S YOUTH AWARD Over 50 Holy Redeemer seniors received the Bishop’s Youth Award from Bishop Joseph C. Bambera during Masses at the Cathedral of St. Peter Cathedral. The award recognizes outstanding seniors and eighth grade students for their exemplary practice of faith and genuine commitment to service in their schools and parishes.…

The kindergarten students at Good Shepherd Academy participated in the 19th Annual Community Reading Day sponsored by the Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce.  Community Reading Day helps promote literacy and a life-long love of reading.  Karel Zubris of Entercom Communications WILK-FM read a book to the combined classes. Kindergarten students left to right: 1st row:  Noah Hummel, Cole Kablick,…

MMI inducts students into National Junior and National Junior Latin honor societies   (Freeland, PA – April 29, 2015) – Eighth-grade students from MMI Preparatory School were inducted into the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) and the National Latin Honor Society (NLHS) at a ceremony at the school. MMI Head of School Thomas G. Hood…

Marywood University to Host Spring Dance Concert “A Night in the Theatre” Marywood University’s music, theatre, and dance department will present a dance concert on Friday, May 1 at 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, May 2 at 2:00 p.m. The program, “A Night in the Theatre,” featuring student and professional dancers will be performed on the…

Marywood Recognized by Society of Collegiate Journalists   SCRANTON, PA (April 22, 2015)—The Wood Word, Marywood University’s student-run newspaper, has received seven awards and one honorable mention from the Society for Collegiate Journalists (SCJ), including first place in the category of Editorial.   Several Marywood students also took home individual writing and design awards.  Individual…

Dr. Roberta Winters gives Earth Day presentation at MMI   (Freeland, PA – April 23, 2015) – MMI Preparatory School’s eighth grade class recently completed a lesson on shale and had an opportunity to celebrate Earth Day with a presentation on the subject from a state expert. Dr. Roberta Winters, the former Vice President for…

West Scranton Student Raises Funds for Northeast Regional Autism Center West Scranton junior Leo Ciullo is a member of the planning committee for the upcoming roast of former Invaders football coach Joe DeAntona.  The roast, which will be held on May 15, is to benefit the Northeast Regional Autism Center at Friendship House.  As part of…

The Shenandoah Valley Boys basketball Booster Club held their annual banquet at the Glovers’ Hill Athletic Club for the players and coaches of this year’s squad.   Pictured are three members of the team who were presented with special recognition plaques (L-R): Ian McCole Jr. Second Team All Star Standard Speaker; SV Head Coach Rob Miller…