West Scranton High School NHS Officers 2016-2017   The West Scranton High School chapter of the National Honor Society recently selected the officers for the 2016-2017 school year.   President: Emily Karavich Vice President: Marissa Popis Secretary: Jude Wheeler Treasurer: Nori Zaccheo   The faculty advisor for the WSHS chapter of the NHS is Ms.…

Jennifer Novotney receives National High School Teacher of Excellence Award   (Freeland, PA – December 8, 2016) – MMI Preparatory School English instructor Jennifer Novotney was one of only 13 teachers from across the country to receive the National High School Teacher of Excellence Award from the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE). The…

Marywood University Hosts U.S. Marine Toys for Tots Drive at Its Undergraduate Open House   SCRANTON, PA (December 6, 2016)—Marywood University’s Office of University Admissions recently held a Toys for Tots drive at its November open house event. Nearly 150 items were donated by attending students and their families, who were encouraged to bring an…

Marywood University and SUNY Broome Announce  Articulation Agreement for Accounting SCRANTON, PA (December 5, 2016)-Marywood University and SUNY Broome recently signed an articulation agreement for their respective accounting programs. Under this agreement, SUNY Broome students earning an associate degree in accounting can enroll in Marywood University and earn a bachelor of business administration degree in…

Marywood University Band members were recently notified that they have been selected as members of the 70th Annual Pennsylvania Intercollegiate Band Festival, the country’s oldest collegiate honor band. The festival will be held from Friday, February 10, through Sunday, February 12, 2017, at Grove City College, Grove City, Pa. Colonel Thomas H. Palmatier, former leader…

Marywood University’s Production of To Kill A Mockingbird Receives Recognition from The Kennedy Center   SCRANTON, PA (November 23, 2016)-Marywood University’s music, theatre, and dance department was recently notified that its production of To Kill a Mockingbird received recognition from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF).   Marywood University student performers Markis Blackwell, Scranton,…

The Valley View Art Club worked to make fleece blankets for the Linus Project, a non-profit organization, we provide homemade blankets to children in need. Students raised money for all materials by selling chocolate covered pretzels. The blankets will benefit this year’s Salvation Army Adopt an Angel Program. Standing left to right front row; Alley…

Mountain View School District Family Breakfast  Kingsley, PA – On Friday, December 2, 2016, students, administration, faculty, and staff of the Mountain View School District will celebrate our tight-knit community through Family & Consumer Sciences Day—the national celebration that educates families about the importance of preparing healthy meals and “Dining In” together. On that day,…

Good Shepherd Academy Honor Roll   1st Quarter 2016-2017 School Year     Honors (85 in 6 major subjects) 6TH Grade:  Anna Brennan,  Elizabeth Derolf-Siene, Jessica English, Cassandra Gdovin, Brooklyn Giovinazzo, Rose Hancuff, Luke Harrison, Irelyn Karnes, Lia Keefe, Ayden Langdon, Davis Motyka,  Antonette Scotto D’Abusco, Nikolas Spiccioli,  Olivia Stevens, Nina Stillarty 7TH Grade:  Daniel Balas, …

Marywood University to Offer Transfer Opportunity SCRANTON, PA (November 23, 2016)-Marywood University will hold an on-campus Transfer Day program for college students or former college students considering transferring to Marywood University. In a single visit on Wednesday, December 14, 2016, from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m., visitors can complete an application for admission, discuss financial aid…

Military Times Ranks Marywood University Among Best for Vets: Colleges 2017 SCRANTON, PA (November 23, 2016)-Marywood University offers the “Best for Vets: Colleges 2017” in veteran and military student offerings and rates of academic success, according to Military Times. Marywood University was evaluated in several categories, including services offered, special rules, accommodations and financial incentives offered…

Mr. John Rushefski Superintendent  of the Old Forge School District announces October Devil Pride High School Students. The students were chosen based on their recognition for outstanding demonstrations of Devil Pride. Pride stands for Prepared, Respectful, Independent, Dependable, and Example to others. Left to right: Grade 7- Julia Iacavazzi, Grade 8- Lorenzo Febbo, Grade 9- Hannah…

Marywood University Student Receives Scholarship for Community Service SCRANTON, PA (November 18, 2016)-Marywood University junior Rebecca Skakal, Lancaster, N.Y., was recently notified that she is the recipient of the 2016 Jacquie Walker American Association of University Women (AAUW) Scholarship. The AAUW $5,000 scholarship is awarded to a full-time matriculating student who demonstrates a commitment to community…