On Thursday, March 19, the NEIU 19 Regional Computer Fair was held at Keystone College. Eighth grade Riverside student Kori Posdon was awarded 1st place in the Webpage Design category for her webpage, “Into Penn’s Woods; The History of Pennsylvania”. Kori , after winning first place in both the district and regional competitions, advances to…
Students in Riverside Junior Senior High School’s 7th grade science class, accompanied by science teacher, Ms. Nadine Solomon, recently attended this year’s Stem Academy at NEIU-19. The STEM Academy presented student teams with a variety of challenges that explored all science disciplines (nature of science, biology, chemistry and physical science, and earth science) as they…
On March 15, 2015 Valley View Baseball Coach Jason Munley and Staff along with the members of the high school baseball team provided a clinic for Valley View Students grades K-5 . Pictured are member of the Coaching Staff, Valley View high school Baseball Team members, and participants in the clinic.
Marywood University’s Student Veterans Alliance to Host “Tails for Troops” at McDade Park SCRANTON, PA (March 16, 2015)—Marywood University’s Student Veterans Alliance (SVA) will host its third annual “Operation: Tails for Troops,” at McDade Park, Scranton, to raise money for the non-profit organization, Paws and Stripes. The event will take place on Saturday, April 18,…
Although no one is sure how April Fool’s Day originated, it is celebrated different ways throughout the world. The United States celebrates April Fool’s Day every April 1st. It is not officially recognized as a holiday, however many celebrate by playing jokes or pulling pranks on their friends and co-workers. Some cultures recognize it as…
In 1984, the classic film, “Footloose.” was released. In 1998, Walter Bobbie, a University of Scranton graduate, adapted it into a stage play and it won four Tony Awards! On Friday April 10th and Saturday 11th at 7:00pm, this iconic play will hit the stage feet first as North Pocono High School presents Footloose as…
Best Selling Author Christopher Phillips, Ph.D., to Offer Thought-Provoking Lecture at Marywood University SCRANTON, PA (March 12, 2015)—Marywood University’s Philosophy department, Munley College of Liberal Arts and Sciences will host Christopher Phillips, Ph.D., best selling author, for a thought-provoking lecture and discussion, “What Makes Life Worth Living?” on Friday, April 10, 2015, at 7 p.m.,…
Students from Ms. Heather Mahon’s German club recently attended at a presentation by University of Scranton Teaching Assistants/Fulbright Scholars. Each Fulbright scholar spoke about their respective country. This event is funded by a University of Scranton Diversity Initiatives Grant. Pictured left to right: Sierra Santarsiero Sierra Anderson Morgan Samsell Jessica Kane Jaian Jackson Ms.Heather Mahon,…
West Scranton Students Attend University of Scranton’s 9th Annual World Cultures Dinner On Wednesday March 11, nine West Scranton High School students attended a dinner and presentation at the University of Scranton, which was sponsored by the university’s Department of World Languages and Culture. The event, the 9th annual “TA Talk”, featured University of Scranton teaching…
Riverside High School junior, Andrew Sheridan, obtained a scholarship through USTA Middle States to attend The Chirico-Cohen Nike Tournament Training Tennis Camp at Chestnut Hill College over the summer of 2014. There he spent five days training with and competing against other high level tennis players from around the state. Andrew has been a member…
The Wyoming Area Drama Club will present the musical “Beauty and the Beast” on April 17 and 18 at 7 pm and April 19 at 2 pm at the Wyoming Area Secondary Center, 20 Memorial St. Exeter, PA Tickets are $10.00 and are available at the door or by calling 570-903-9450.
Because of a grant that Riverside High School teachers Mr. Ed Flannery and Mr. Bill Pabst are involved in, the school acquired access to the GeoDome SpaceLab for the week of March 9th – 13th . The GeoDome is a large tent-like structure equipped with a computer system, gaming equipment, and projector that allows for interactive explorations…
Samantha Theriault, a junior at Riverside Junior Senior High School, recently won first place in the senior accelerated lyrical division and first place in the senior accelerated solo division at the DanceExplosion Talent competition held in Sparta, NJ .The National dance finals featured studios from all over the country competing for cash and prizes. Competition…