Marywood University recently honored Ann R. Henry, Ph.D. ’73, former chair of the Board of Trustees, with the University’s first Presidential Mission Medal for service and commitment to Marywood’s values of Catholic identity, respect, empowerment, and excellence. The newly established Presidential Mission Medal was presented for the first time at the recent Presidential Society…
Marywood University’s art galleries will present the class of 2018 Senior Exhibition from April 7-April 29, 2018. The group exhibition presents work in the concentrated studies of art education, art therapy, and studio arts concentrations in graphic design, illustration, photography, and sculpture. An opening reception will take place on Saturday, April 7, from 2-4 p.m.,…
MMI Preparatory School inducted 27 students into the Andrew J. Stofan Chapter of the National Honor Society during an honor societies induction ceremony at the school. MMI Head of School D. Scott Wiggins delivered a welcome address to the attendees and provided closing remarks. MMI English instructor and National Honor Society advisor Donna Titus presided…
Marywood University’s Psychological Services Center will offer free, confidential anxiety screenings on Thursday, April 5, 2018, from 9 a.m. 7 p.m., in the McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies on the University’s campus. The free screenings are open to the public and to all ages. “Anxiety disorders impair function in a person’s daily life.…
For nearly 20 years, Marywood University has been promoting books and reading through its biannual book swap and sale. The University’s spring book swap will take place from Monday, April 9, through Friday, April 13, 2018, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day, in the Learning Commons Lobby. This event is free and open…
Old Forge School District…………. Science and Math Club Students Arianne Addesa and Nanette Rinaldi are club advisors. They had a panel of women that currently work in nontraditional stem careers speak to the students about pursuing their dreams. Dozens of middle and high school girls had the opportunity to learn from women who work…
Valley View District IX student council presented a check to the Nadine Marchegiani Foundation during their district conference. Pictured left to right: Ken Marchegiani, Nadine Marchegiani Foundation; Jen Vitali, Nadine Marchegiani Foundation; Olivia Pisarski, Valley View High School Student Council; Mason Black, Valley View School Student Council; Julie Maddage, Valley View Student Council, Chris Mendicino,…
Valley View High School’s, Sam Pittsman will continue his academic and football career at Lycoming College. Pictured sitting left to right; Tony Pittsman, father; Sam Pittsman, AnnMarie Griffiths, Mother; and Duane Griffiths, Step-father Standing left to right: Chris Killiany, Valley View Athletic Director; George Howanitz, Valley View Head Football Coach; Larry Pegula, Valley View Assistance…
The following students represented Valley View at the Voice of Democracy essay contest. This year’s theme was American History: Our Hope for the Future. Pictured left to right: Kathleen Myers, Valley View English Teacher; Meling Tiang, Dickson City Post 5937; Abby Pidgon,Throop Post 7251; Julie Maddage, Eynon Post 7963; Lauren Crinella, Jessup Post 5544; and Larry…
The following students were named students of the month at Mountain View Jr. Sr. High School for the month of February. Students are nominated by faculty members and selected by committee: 8th Grader Megan Zipprich, Junior Joseph Jackson, and Sophomore Kaylee LeMaster Picture attached: From left to Right: 8th Grader Megan Zipprich, Junior Joseph Jackson, and Sophomore Kaylee LeMaster, High School Principal Mr. Robert Presley.
Spring is finally in the air (even though I’m still wearing my winter coat)! Now it is time for Spring cleaning! Don’t start to procrastinate. It’s still cold outside so that means you are trapped inside with nothing do to. There is no better time to start decluttering than right now because let’s be honest,…
West Scranton High School recently held tryouts for the varsity football cheerleading captains and Miss Invader for the 2018-2019 school year. The Varsity Football Cheer Captains for 2018-2019 are Cloe Capalongo, Cait Robinson, Lydia Walsh, and McCae Dougher Our 2018-2019 Miss Invader is Rachael Mehl! Photos: #1 Group shot (L to R) – Cloe Capalongo, Cait…
Marywood University’s Nutrition, Athletic Training, and Exercise Science Department (NATES) is hosting a one-day high school field experience event for students interested in nutrition, athletic training, exercise science, and health-related careers. This interactive program will be held on Thursday, April 12, 2018, from 9 a.m. – 1:15 p.m., on the Marywood University campus. Registration will…
MMI Preparatory School inducted students into the Science, Math, and Art National Honor societies during an honor societies induction ceremony at the school. During the ceremony, MMI Head of School D. Scott Wiggins delivered a welcome address to the attendees and provided closing remarks. MMI Science instructor Michael Mele inducted students into the Science…
The Old Forge 7th and 8th-grade boys basketball teams organized a kindness project and were recently able to present a check to Jalen Chandler and his mom in the amount of $900.00 . The teams sold T-Shirts that were worn during the Kiel Eigen Tournament in support of Jalen who was recently diagnosed with Leukemia…