8 32 52 98
STUDENT LIFE ACADEMICS SPORliS CLUBS
154
PEOPLE
260
COMMUNiirY
j
• Each one of us was just one of2635. Between the first car, the
first prom, and the last day of school, we studied and partied,
mourned and rejoiced , worked and played. We were loud and
quiet,
we
passed
and
failed .
We
created
• one massive sound. Different pasts, different presents, different futures. We were
and are. Together we roar.
1red: Near Right seniors Tim er and J.T. Sletson Far Right se:;urtis Varner Upper Right senior :o Marshall Opposite Page senior tney Conran, sophomore Stacy juniors Molly Crispell, Allie Howell Michelle Uhlig, and sophomore m Bini. photos by Ebun Adewumi, Sandy MI. View, and Ca ley Mark
We boarded the first big yellow bus as kindergartners. We
had no clue what was in store. During twelve years of school,
we have experienced it all: from "See Spot Run" to "Hamlet,"
from fun nights to proms, from dodge ball to rock climbing. We
had no choice but to persevere. With each step we gained
more maturity and less naivete. We became adults and
individuals. We shaped our present from the past.
Opposite Page Senior Shaw n Henderson endures the rain during a meet for the Boys' Cross Country team . photo by Brent Sandmeyers-Swails Top In order to advertise for the Roar Store, junior Danielle Day places autumnal decorations in the display case near the North Main Office. photo by Helen Fong Left During free time in class, sophomore Rebecca Spraker shuffles a deck of cards . photo by Jenny Fang Right During their lunch period, a group of underclassmen perform double dutch tricks outside the South Cafeteria. photo by Mendy Suhey
Openin~
•
•
We came as timid freshmen . We were scared and fearless.
We forged onward into our sophomore year. We were the top
and the bottom. We plunged into the depths of junior year. We
worked intently and distractedly. We found our way out of
the abyss and into senior year. We were excited and
terrified. The past year is gone. The impending
future
•
IS
near.
But one thing would not change. We will always roar.
r Right In Gourmet 2 class, senior
vQuinn stirs a pot as steam rises in
'ace. Far Right With his face aimed 3rd the sky, sophomore Peter rge attempts to catch snowflakes s mouth during the first snowfall of winter. Upper Right Sophomore Voigt plays the saxophone during 3lftime show of a home football 1e. Opposite Page During the tal:ategory of the Outstanding Young nan competition on October 5th , or Neda Khaja breaks through rds during her two-minute martial routine. photos by Lauren Guzik, Sandy
' and Nalalya Lakhtakia
.ife
Right At the Arts Festival Children's Day, junior Sarah Vanlandingham sells colorful hats to customers. photobyNata/ya Lakhtakia Below Sprinting down Westerly Parkway, junior early Roe hitches a ride on the shoulders of senior Brent Sandmeyer-Swails during the Homecoming Parade. Roe and SandmeyerSwails represented the swimming and diving float which took second place. photobyEbunAdewumi Bottom Left Sophomore Austin McCardle strums a guitar during "See You at the Pole," a religious event. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia Bottom Right The senior class cheers wildly during the pep rally on September 13 .
Nalgenewaterbottles,
red White and blue,
Aeropostle, Wing Night, State High sweeping OYW, Incubus, Roar
Store renovations,
drizzly Homecoming
weekend, American Idol, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Iraq issues, anniversary of September 11' College Pizza, Wegmans, mp3 players,
CSI, Friends, Gilmore Girls,
green SlUShieS,
Cell phoneS and
CD players in school, free newspapers.
~.
Dividf r b
Left Aiming her golf ball at hole number seven, sophomore Sandy Zhao plays miniature golf while attending a church retreat. "We met many Pennsylvanians at the camp 'Summers Best Two Weeks' and it helped us to learn to get along with different people," said Mandy Zhao. The Christian summer camp located in Boswell, Pennsylvania included activities such as white water rafting, rock climbing and sailing. photo courtesy of Mandy Zhao
1omore Rebecca Eggebeen climbs on tire swings during etreat on the last few days of warm weather at Camp :::hurch retreats are a lot of fun because you get to spend eople outside of school. A lot of challenges and activities J trust between the groups," said sophomore Alex Rodgers. 1arm weather faded along with summer, students found ; to enjoy the outdoors, including jumping in the leaves, e first snowflakes, playing in the rain and participating in wboarding and tubing . photo courtesy of Linda Eggebeen
路e Brett Dietz grasps the rocks above him while climbing of a rock wall . "Even though I have rock climbed before , more encouraging to do it with my peers," said freshman ober. Popular climbing spots included the State College j the Athletic Club. photo courtesy of Rebecca Eggebeen
t Life
Strumming his guitar under the shade of a tree outside the North Building New Wing , sophomore Austin McCardle plays a tune for his friend junior Kelsey Way. "It doesn't matter what you play, but hn\.v
\fnl l
nl~\1
tho
m11c:: i r
"
c:~iri ~Arr.:::.rrtiP.
... h .... ,,.
,.,.,
During their lunch break, juniors Augustin Kline, Kyle Thompson and Maggie Anderson enjoy the weather as they gather beneath a tree. "I like studying outside because I feel more free," said Thnn"lncnn
............ ...,., l.f-. ... .4 .. c-,,,..,. ..
Students Experiment With Different lays to Spend Their Free/ Time Outdoors ~
Sophomore Kelly Sefter relaxes after a long trip down the river on her kayak in Baxter Park Maine. "I enjoy kayaking because I use it to help me relax, but at the same time it is an intense challenge," said Sefter. photo courtesy of Kelty Setter
Above Brushing her horse while surrounded by the busy atmosphere ofthe Grange Fair, sophomore Courtney Stachowski awaits her turn to ride in the equestrian competition. Students entered competitions including best prize pigs, goats and other farm animals. "Horses have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I have grown to learn that the connection between the horse and the rider is more of a friendship than anything else," said Stachowski. photo courtesy of Courtney Stachowski
Left Junior Amber Yearick and sophomores Dave Hart, Matt McDonald and Owen Smith, play four square. "I still enjoy playing four square, even though it isn't as popular as it was in elementary school ," said Yearick. photo courtesy of Rebecca Eggebeen
Above Skateboarding at Tussey Mountain skate park, sophomore Lee Parfitt attempts "ollie". Skateboarding became an even more popular trend due to the recent construction of the Tussey Mountain Skate Park . "I'm not very good at skateboarding , but when I go with my friends they help me improve and make it more Peerenjoyable ," ing through said Parfitt. photo her handmade children's fairy tale hats, junior Nora DeGeorge tells a customer the cost of the hats at Children's Day during the Arts Festival. Children's Day was a time for children, including State High students such as DeGeorge, to show their creativity by selling his or her handmade crafts to the oublic. ohoto bv
sa
1rrounded by the colorful leaves of autumn, siblings 1n and junior Katie Waldeisen wrestle in the woods. <atie participated in various activities together includJ for the State High Golf Teams. photo counesy of John elow Twin sophomores Brei and Erin Mooney anx1 for the remainder of their family while in Cancun. :alions, which coincided with the Penn State schedule, pular way to get away from the chaotic life of State td spend quality time with each other. "Family is very :o me. Though sometimes (my brother and I] don't get â&#x20AC;˘ally love him," said Erin Mooney. photo courlesy of Erin
Dave, Tami, senior Alii and freshman Steph Gilmour sit amidst the view during their Maine vacation this past summer. The Gilmours were a unique family in that Mrs. Gilmour, Alii and Steph were all members of the State High community. Mrs. Gilmour taught underclassmen biology and her daughters were
Lifting his chin, senior David Gray waits patiently while his father puts the finishing touches on his tux before he attend s the Junior Prom. Parents played a significant role in the pre-prom experience, whether through cooking dinner, helping with attire, taking pictures, washing cars or providing
As sophomore Jessica Hovick reads a book on a boulder overlooking the ocean in Maine, hermotherlooksoverhershoul- der. Hovick's family takes an annual tri p each year to spend quality time together. "I enjoy spending time with my mother, for we have a lot of the same interests. We spend a surprising amount of time together," said Hovick. High school students such as Hovick noted that the relationships they shared with their parents significantly changed for the better since the difficult adolescent years of middle SChool. photo courtesy of Jessica Hovick
-
Above While visting his grandparents in India, sophomore Samir Santi prepares to sample a piece of fudge handed to him by his mother. "I really like spending time with my mom, especially when she feeds me home-cooked food," said Santi. photo courtesy of Samir Sonti
./
WhalDo You
"My sister Kelsey is one of the most important people in my life, even though sometimes it doesn't seem like that to her," said Nadine Rudolph . photo courtesy of Nadine Rudolph
'iL路'
"I really hope to have a positive inflence on Maddy [niece] and be a reliable role model for her in th e upcoming yea rs ," said Samantha Gould. photo courtesy of Samantha Gould
./
"I hope my little sisters look up to me because I try to set a good example, though they do have a tough act to follow," said Stepf Benz of her sisters Samantha and Erika. photo courtesy ofStepf Benz Family~.._:) /
T
IS f:xpression
Students Find Original Ways to Express The~ Creativity
tomore Kelley Edwards is projected onto the score board the Bryce Jordan Center as she performs the national r to the start of a Penn State basketball game. Edwards in Masters Singers and Tenth Grade Choir while in school, 1red her vocal talent by volunteering to sing at local events
1 at
1. photo courtesy of Kelley Edwards
~shman Will Mills plays his violin under a tree after school. t most of his free time playing his instrument, including 1rning Enrichment (L.E.), which provided students with not Jious environment, but also a place to play the guitar and Jents also used L. E. for athletic purposes, jobs, or volunteer by Jenny Fang
Life
Above Senior Mara Modest puts the final touches on a piece she is painting for her AP Studio Art class. Modest took her art work home with her in order to work in a more comfortable atmosphere. "Art is definitely a passion I pursue at home. It's a way to express myself and a great , way for me to take my mind off of schoolwork and to switch gears. My mom is also an artist and has worked with me since I was young; maybe it runs in the blood," said Modest. photo by Ebun Adewumi
Left Sophomores Matt Price, Bria n Runt, and Adam Pisoni hold band rehearsal in Runt's basement. Although none of these band members participated in State High's music program, they devoted most of their free time to exploring their interest. Their band , "Gismo, Mufasas and the Moon Men Union," held practice every Friday. The Gismo Mufasas played a mixed style of alternative and rock. However, coordinating the schedules of every band member proved to be a challenge due to the busy schedules of each participant. "I like being in a band, because it's something I want to do for the rest of my life, and just to feel the crowd's energy sometimes, and to meet a lot of new people, it's unbelievable," said junior Mike Klinesmith. photo courtesy of Mall Price
Juniors Charlie Heim and Clai re Schulz dance together while performing "Universal Language" during All in the Timing , the Thespian fall drama. "Acting helps me express who I am ; I always put a little bit of myself into the role ," said Heim. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
Creating a clay sculpture entitled Yo ur Mom, junior Simon Hawk finds time to express himself during his lunch break. Though Hawk enjoyed ink drawing, he said his works grew increasingly detailed and the next step was going to the third dimension through sculpture. Hawk made use of an independent study art program, in which he could schedule his own appointments to work on art projects. "You have a lot more control over what you do; it's a lot more independent," he said . Moreover, Hawk took the class of Photo Arts I. "I've always done art since I was little, so it kind of comes naturally to me," said Hawk. "It's more who I am than something I do." photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
Senior Stephanie Strouse takes a break to write in her notebook. After attending writing seminars at Simon's Rock College of Bard , Strouse said , "I learned that there was more than one way to express yourself through words. We're taught there's a right way to write, and there's not." photo by Natalya Lakhtakia ~ Individuality 15.__\
T
At the Rose of Sharon Orphanage in the Dominican c, junior Matt Hershey, along with a young boy named attempts to fix a broken water faucet. Hershey spent a of his summer vacation in the Dominican Republic on a trip with his church. photo courtesy of Abbey Spurrier Below 1ore Amber Slike plays a basketball game with the chile babysits. "I like babysitting because it pays well and I ke playing with little kids," said Slike. photo by Rebecca
Above At the Dairy Queen on North Atherton Street, senior Emily Stillwagon gains a better understanding for the word "fast" while filling a soda for a customer. "When there are rushes, you have to be quick," said Stillwagon, "It's hard because sometimes people are not understanding." photo by Courtney GruaRrm
\
Above Junior Jason Kunkle hands a bag of groceries to a customer atWeis Market. "My job gives me a chance to work with my friends," said Kunkle. Due to the opening of Wegmans and the renovations of the Walmart Supercenter in 2002, more grocery store jobs were available for students. photo
'
Above Junior Clare Abdalla v unteers during a free period to assist with the physical education program for students with disabilities. "It helped me learn a lot of patience and made me realize and value what I have, and also see how lucky most of us really are," said Abdalla . photobyTiaBochnakova left SeniorTina Miller assists a bride-to-be in finding a wedding dress at Kaufman's Wedding World. "I /like my job because its different and exciting. It's fun helping a bride pick out just the right dress," said senior lilly Roy, who also worked at the store. photo by Courtney Grugeon
Above Junior Bridget Simpson counts out change for a customer at Ye Old College Diner. Balancing work and school proved to be a challenge for students. Senior Mandi Valentine, employed at the Penn State science department, said, "It can be hard sometimes if you have a project to do." photo by Courtney Grugeon
WhalDo "My job has taught me how to work with people better and how to budget my money," said senior Betsy Campbell of her job at T.J. Maxx. photo byCourtmâ&#x20AC;˘y Grugeon
"I like to work with all the nice people here and I enjoy the expe ri ence, " said sophomore Christy Cannon of her hostessing job at the Waffle Shop on West College Avenue. photo by Erica u ....:r..
-.J
"Washing dishes gives me a chance to feel needed and helpful, " said senior Matt Lower on one of his daily household chores. photo by Sandy Zeger Work and Community
Service~
Below: Junior Matt Smith works on the declined bench press at the YMCA after school. "I enjoy weight lifting because it is a way that I can build my body and improve for the upcoming baseball season," said sophomore Wes Borden. Students worked out at the weight lifting room at State High, the YMCA and the Athletic Club. photo by Steffan Wilson
1ior Laura Petnick decorates her gingerbread house with and icing prior to the holiday season. Students baked ds before winter break to give as presents to friends and 1bers or to serve as holiday decorations. Cooking pronts with a pastime to enjoy throughout all seasons and 1ditions. photo courtesy of Betsy Grer
I
mior Fehnja Bliesmer strategically places color dye in e Klein's hair. "It was the first time I have ever dyed hair utit was a fun experience," said Bliesmer. Hair dye gave chance to experience life with a different hair hue. photo g
Life
Junior Scott Garrison plays "MotoRoome" in his basement on a Friday evening. "Playing pinball helps me relax after a long week of school," said Garrison. photo by Samantha Gould
Intently playing Monopoly against the computer, freshman Annie Battles takes her turn to roll the die. "I always win since I found out the strategy of the game," said Battles. photo by Nadine Rudolph
Go Ahead and Stay
Students spend their free time indoors
Above: Freshman Elliot Ferguson plays a racing game on Nintendo 64 while lounging in his basement. "I like to play racing games the most, because you can play with a bunch offriends,"said Ferguson. Popular new video game consoles included Playstation 2,
GameCube and X-Box. photo by samantha Gould.
â&#x20AC;˘
I
I
Above: Junior Matt Porter shoots for the far corner of the table while playing pool at the club house at Nittany Crossing Apartments with the Lifelink program. This program helped special education students experience more of the outside world. Playing pool was also popular at the HUB-Robeson Center, The Northland Bowl or in the basements of friends. "I like to play pool because it's something I can do with a large group of friends," said sophomore John Cannon. photo by Catey Mark Left: Whi le reading her textbook and copying notes, senior Rachel Foust inten tly co mpletes her school work. "I don't have a lot of school work this year because I am a senior, but when I do study it's after I baby-sit during the evening," said Foust. photo by Samantha Gould
Above: Playing classical music on a piano in her living room, sophomore Meg han Mason begins the process of learning a new piece. "I've been playing piano for ten years, but I really don't get a chance to take time out of my busy schedule on the weekdays to play. So, I usually practice on the weekends. My favorite pieces of music to play are pop music," said Mason. photo by Nadine Rudolph
Above : Sophomore Therese Jones reads for pleasure in her room one evening. "I love to read any type of book before I go to bed, including anything from science fiction to biography," said Jones. Pleasure reading became more difficult in light of students' busy schedules.
. ..II S c:-9 r A CIIVI
T
lll e
We Roar
Students Engage in AU-school Events and Build School Spirit
/ailing for their turn to enter the Girls' Flag Football game, ichelle Uhlig and early Roe talk on the sidelines. The junior f had half as many players as the senior team. "lt's kind of a hat the seniors win the game. It has always been that way. 're seniors, we'll probably win too," said junior Becky Stryker.
llren Guzik
Above Senior Courtney Conran celebrates the senior victory after the completion of the annual Girls' Flag Football game. The seniors faced off against the juniors at Memorial Field on November 20, taking home a 18-6 win. "This year's [game] was awesome. There was tons of team /' spirit and everyone was really fired up for the big night. The whole game was extremely intense, I feel like we really deserved the win," said senior Lea Downsbrough. photo by Lauren Guzik
Senior Amy Madison, juniors Maggie Seizer and Kaitlin Squire, 1ior Maciej Makalowski march behind the Fine Arts Club float he homecoming parade on October 10. Dressed up as characm the movie "Rocky Horror Picture Show," the group did not 1e rain to put a damper on their evening. photo by Jenny Fang Life
Left Smiling at the crowd, seniors Ben Brewer
and Ellie Foard stand together following their coronation as Homecoming King and Queen during halftime of the Erie-McDowell football game at Memorial Field on October 11 . The homecoming court, which consisted of six senior couples, was introduced during the homecoming celebration whi le rain soaked the spectators and forced the nominees to seek shelter under large umbrellas. Despite the unfavorable weather conditions, spectators continued to cheer loudly throughout the night, eventually witnessing the football team's 10-7 victory. The Homecoming festivities came to a close Saturday evening following the annual Homecoming Dance in the North New Gym. All grades were in attendance and the Homecoming court made a third appearance. photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
Above Seniors Ryan Obrock, Cory Rodgers and Ryan Yarnell ride atop their "United We Build" Amish float alongside teammate freshman Jared Dillon. The team won first prize for their float in the parade competition. photo by Ebun Adewumi
Above Wearing their "Presence and Presentation路 attire, seniors Mandy Suhey, Miranda Barnett and Erin Tkach present themselves during the closing ceremony of the Centre County Outstanding Young Woman Competition. The scholarship competition was open to all Centre Country senior girls, but only twenty finalists competed on stage in the final program held October 5th . Ten of the twenty finalists represented State High, and all of the awards for individual categories were presented to State High finalists. When it came time to name Centre Countv's Outstandina Youna Woman of 2002. State Hiah senior Anne Taylor won
Above Junior Elena Cross watches as senior Alison Yarnal and junior Eric Myers take advantage of the free food for the 150 student blood donors. The American Red Cross blood drive, held on December 9, was (~ sponsored by the Key Club. photo by Erica Haviland United We Roar 21......
~ring a laugh, juniors Ryan Heeman and Laura Foley >ley's house after school. "Even though I don't look school, Laura gives me some enjoyment during my ~s me a best friend to share high school with ," said â&#x20AC;˘hoto by Ebun Adewumi Below Playing a game of "Guess homores Nate Whitmer and Kylea Day fill their spare oard games. "My relationship with Kylea means a lot ' affects my life in every way. When our relationship ~ ke a turn for the worse, my whole life falls apart," said
hoto by Ebun Adewumi
Seniors Jenn Caplan and J.T. Sletson hang out at Caplan's house after school. Couples who did not have classes together had to find time to see each other after school. "J. T. is one of the greatest people I've ever met. Everyone needs someone to laugh with," said Caplan. photo by Ebun Adewumi
Sophomore Kelly Ashcraft prepares to show her pig, Lilo, at an open show during the Grange Fair this past summer. "I show [and sell] the pigs at the Grange Fair. I have been doing this for seven years. I love pigs a lot," said Ashcraft. photo courtesy of Kelly Ashcraft
Left Senior Meg Hackett receives help with a math problem from Mrs. Mindy Davis, her precalculus teacher. Said Hackett, "(Mrs. Davis] is a nice teacher because she always waits for everyone to understand the material before she moves on. She never lets anyone get behind in class work." Teachers made a strong effort to attend after school activities and participate alongside students to / t ry to build a friendly and trusting relationship. photo by Helen Fong
Above Senior Lea Downsborough squirts freshman McKenzie Madore with a water bottle at a practice. Senior members of the Girls' Swim Team were paired with a freshman as a part of the "Big Sister" tradition. Seniors provided guidance and encouragement for their "Little Sisters" throughout the season. photo by Alex Raup
WhalDo You
â&#x20AC;˘
"The relationship Pete and I have is one that I would never trade in. Through our relationship , I have learned so much about love, trust, respect, and have also learned more about myself." Aimee Latta, senior. photo courtesy of Aimee Latta
11 "My turtle isn't a lot of work to lake care of, which makes him an easy but fun pet to have around. Surprisingly, he also has a lot of personality." Avery Peechatka, sophomore. photo by Jessica Hovick /
"Dance Is really important to me because (my teammates and I) are like sisters when we compete together." Jaime Weiler, senior. photo by Ebun Adewumi Compatible
Counterparts ~
Shopping after school at the Nittany Mall, senior Alyssa Crissman pulls a shi rt off of the rack. Due to the small selection of retail clothing stores in State College, students ventured to nearby shopping centers, such as the Logan Valley Mall in Altoona to find a better selection. "I love going to other cities to shop, especially King of Prussia Mall in Philadelphia," said Crissman. photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
,
ng outside the South Building cafeteria during lunch, Jessica Kocher paints her fingernails blue. Nail polish quick and easy way for students to show some color. vnails different colors like pink and orange makes them exciting than pastel colors," said freshman Rebecca
>to by Courtney Grugeon
~ding
/
down to feed her cat, freshman Sarah Haviland >give "KitCat" a treat. "I've had KitCat for five years, from saw her being born at my friend's house in California. even though she sleeps all the time and kills lots of birds," 1nd. photo by of Erica Haviland
Life
Sophomore Ben Bruce watches "Extreme Metal Edges" before snowboarding at Tussey Mountain. "I like watching this before snowboarding. It gets me
Senior Kayla Depuy talks on the phone to a friend in Colorado. "The phone is a great way to keep in contact with my friends back home.
-l
Glancing into the oven, senior Nicole Slike checks to see if her food is done. "I like to bake brownies because chocolate is my favorite food and no one makes them like me," said Slike. photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
Above After finishing a day of classes, senior Paul Leah prepares to climb into his truck. Students with modified school days due to Learning Enrichment or Diversified Occupations depended upon the use of their cars. "I love my car. I come into school late and leave early every day, so having a car gives me the freedom to do this," said senior Nick Bevins. photo by Courtney Grugeon Left Retreating into his basement to practice his music, sophomore Andrew Visnovsky plays his drums. "I've been playing the drums since I was in the fourth grade. They are so cool and loud. It's something I do just about everyday to relieve boredom," he said. Finding time to practice was complicated by students' busy schedules that were full of extracurricular activities and
Above Freshman Anne Menoher snacks on a handful of popcorn. Students who had passions for junk food were able to satisfy their in-school cravings by shopping at the Roar Store where sweet and salty foods were readily available for students to purchase. photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
Juni o r Mike Wiegand listens to his portable CD player during a free period. School administration lifted the school policy that prohibited any use of portable music players in school, causing them to be commonly seen throughout school. photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
~,
Precious Passions 25_ \
·~
' ,. l'' '
-
u
.J I I
To Celebrate
Students take advantage of excess snowfall
unior Richard Scott waits outside after school for his bus as he tastes the falling snow in mid-February. Despite early morning warnings of steady snowfall •ut the day, administration did not declare a snow day. Instead, students had the opportunity to share the occasion among friends at school. "One of the big winter to do is to stand out in the snow, gazing up, tasting it; I get to see the winter wonderland in a whole new angle," said Scott. photo byJenny Fang 1t Life
Above During Festival of the Trees held at the Penn State Agriculture Arena during the holiday season, freshman Jesse Cochran enjoys the holiday spirit while watching the pine trees being placed in the arena. "We decorated about 100 trees, it was a lot of hard work, but we had a lot of fun that day," said sophomore Ashley Stephens. Organizations and sponsors throughout the community donated time, effort, and money to provide trees and decorating material. They also helped Penn State Agriculture reserve trees for groups in advance. People from the community paid admission to enter the festival and recieved one ticket to vote on the best tree decorations. The spectators could view the trees being decorated and donate money to benefit the participating organizations. photo courtesy of Lynn Fry
Jk拢k/ee c路 - - --,"!(;( f J/f. J..
. 路 路 .rl. OF .lft
Above Catching the snow in celebration of the first snowfall of the school year, senior Christie McKinney closes her eyes and waits for the taste of the first snowflake. The snow season this year started early and continued later than in the past few years. The heavy snowfall from December to the beginning of March resulted in two school cancellations and more than three 2-hour delays. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
Above Sophomore Chelsea Vanderlinden sleds down her snow covered street during a snow day in February. "The kids in my neighborhood hang out a lot. In the winter we go sledding, and in the summer we play flashlight tag," said Vanderlinden. photo by Erica Haviland
Above Resting casually during his lunch period, senior Tim Voigt lies atop a snow-covered picnic table. Voigt was a member of the unofficial "Outdoor Lunch Club" in which members spent their lunch period, rain or shine, snow or sleet, eating outside. photo courtesy of Eric Schoonmaker
(
Celebrations 2
Below Using the palm heel strike, sophomore Katie Kump attempts to break three wooden boards. "Karate is a lot of fun, you learn something new every time you train. You can always improve your techniques. Karate has given me a lot of self-respect and discipline," said Kump. She practiced Monday and Wednesdays for an hour and half after school at Dann's Tang SooDoo in Bellefonte. photo courtesy of Katie Kump
a senior Nevin King prepares for his fencing match for the ' Fencing Club. Over eight State High students particil club that met twice a week at the White Building. State Ioffer fencing as a club or a team sport, therefore students !d the activity participated alongside college students nn State's club program. photo by Pompa Debroy
nior Julie Lamb performs a posse during ballet practice. dancing for a long time, but each class is still new and cause there is always something more to strive for like an 1ette or higher jumps," said Lamb. The Ballet Theater of nnsylvania required an advanced pointe ballet dancer to 1ur days on a school week for three hours and on an Saturday for eight hours. photo courtesy of Katie Lescanic
â&#x20AC;˘ Life
Above Sophomore Hagen Saunders hoists herself up the wall while rock climbing. "I like rock climbing because it pushes me to my limits," said Saunders.
.
Above Senior Laura Kottlowski slides across the ice during her routine at the winter ice show. Students who participated in figure skating prac-
Students explore their athletic passions ~~~~~~r-~~~~~
Above Sophomores Alan Erdley and Caroline
Phillips and junior Seth Senior play pond hockey at a farmer's field by Erdley's house. "Playing pond hockey creates a way for me to enjoy the winter weather," said Erdley. photo courtesy of Alan Erdley
Above Freshman Max Levi, en-
tering his ninth year at Nittany Gymnastics, does circles on the pommels. "I enjoy completing a skill after working on it for a long time. I love getting scared, and I enjoy being able to control everything that I do. Only gymnastics can provide all this for me. It's taught me to work hard and to be persistent," said Levi. Levi usually puts in16 hours a week at Nittany Gymnastics, which prepares him for state competitions where he usually performs on the pommels. photo by Erin Tkach Left Senior Kristi Trout rides on her horse named Ashes during a Monday practice. "Horseback riding has taught me patience and perseverance," said Trout. photo courtesy of Jessica Hovick
Above Landing an airborne jump off of the "Tuscarora" ski trail, sophomore Aaron Kopp finishes his run at Tussey Mountain. Tussey had trails fit for every skill level, from beginner runs , such as the "Deer Trial", to the more advanced, such as the "Tuscora." photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
Senior Allison Colyer enjoys a game of bowling with her friends on a Saturday afternoon. Northland Bowl, the local bowling alley, was a popular place for State High students and friends to gather on the weekends. photo by Sandy Zeger
,r Dennis Shen listens to music whi le boating with his the River of Cambridge in England. Shan traveled and, Belgium and France during his vacation over the weling through Europe showed me the true grace and ~world; it has enriched my view of life," said Shen. photo is Shen
)homore Sarah Tolan vacations at her grandparents' during Spring Break. "I have been going to Wyoming ner since I was born, but this is the third Spring Break I there. I enjoy going during the winter too because there 11 activities than in the summer," said Tolan . photo courtesy
1
Life
Above Freshman Edward Kakraba spackles walls while volunteering during spring break. The FISH Presbyterian church mission trip restored houses in Wheelinq, West Viroinia. photo courtesy of Doug Manning
Above Sophomore, Katie Wagner answers her cell phone while vacationing at Erie Lake in Ohio. Wagner also visited Cedar Point while on
You'll Do
Students Travel Far and Near Throughout the Year
-路
,., ~ .. Above Taking a lunch break, seniors Erin Pierce, Kirsten Tawse and Katrina Nousek make the daily trek to their research site as part of a joint American Scottish scientific expedition led by Dr. Tom Arnold. During July students studied the climate, biology, and geologic features of the Big Horn Moun-
Above As the wave crashes against the shore, it carries freshman Amanda Thomas back to the New Jersey shore, ending her last run of the day. "Surfing is a lot of fun, because if you catch a good wave you feel like you are flying through the water," said Thomas. photo courtesy of Amanda Thomas Left Junior Sarah Muscarella swims with sting rays while vacationing in the Cayman Islands during the summer break with her family. "There is nothing better than sleeping in and getting up in a foreign place. My trip to the Cayman Islands was one of my favorite vacations. The beach is the best place I can think of to relax and have fun ," said Muscarella. photo courtesy of Sarah Muscarella
Above Siblings senior Andrew and freshman Sarah Lowry swim with dolphins at Atlantis in the Bahamas over spring break in March. "Swimming with dolphins was a one in a lifetime opportunity. It was a perfect experience for an incredible vacation . It is truly amazing how well the dolphins interact with hudrew. photo courtesy of Andrew Lowry
Above Seniors Michelle McGregor and Italian foreign exchange student Roberta Brosco, hike through the winding trials of the Grand Canyon during spring break. "My family has been planning this trip for a long time, and it was an experience to have during my senior year." photo courtesy of Michelle McGregor
Right Junior Danielle Long , along with two children from her Understanding Young Children class, plays with a wooden train. photobyMandySuhey Be low In the North Building Learning Enrichment room, sophomore Brei Mooney does his homework. photo by Natafya Lakhtakia Bottom Left In a French class, senior Nicole Slike raises a ylist of the conjugated verb "contenir" meaning "to contain or hold." photo by Sandy Zeger Bottom Right To simulate what it would be like to have the lungs of a smoker, sophomo re Patri c k Campolongo breathes through a straw after running in health class. photo by Anna Mester
~ mi cs
Decades Projects, lmacs,
Pattee Library,
Short Stories, Chemistry Mystery Lab, Pythagorean Theorum.
.
.
SWIIDIDing, Three-Pronged attacks, Power Point, Flash Cards, Sewing, Spark plugs,
Factoring, Theta,
PSSA Testing, Photosynthesis, Romeo and Juliet, Outlines,
Gingerbread houses, vocabulary, Rock Climbing,
SATs, Conjugated Verbs, Centering clay on th
whee l, 3D Studio Max. Route r,
Graduation
Projects.
DividerSi-2J
TAKING A LOOK AT HOW STUDENTS STUDY
. In order to get help with a problem, senior Kate ks sen ior Megan Charles for assistance in College h 12 with Mrs. Rachel Alexander. "Studying helps me 1 good school, so it's important to study well during ,"sa id McGann. photobyNetetyaLakhtakia Upper Right In rutoring Center, Mrs. Judy Karakawa answers the sophomore Jackie Garret. Students used the tutor.vhen they needed questions answered, help with )r even making up tests. photobySandyZeger Lower Left 3r on her lap, freshman Annamaria McDannel poses to a friend. During lunch periods, students helped study. photo by Sandy Zeger Lower Right Sitting in the h a calculator in hand, sophomore Linsey Houtz Physics lab. "I use notecards, usually just review the terials over and over again." said Houtz about the 1iews for a test. photo by Natetye Lakhtakie
lme Pam Babick's French Ill class, Tatyana Likhonin, and Caitlin Bailey 1jugate verbs on . Babickwoulddicnd students would e all forms of the 1ird yearofFrench, 路ned different verbs increase their flu-
, Sandy Zeger
1ics
live to complete the assignStudents found the school day
often." The library was open ment."
Senior
Bethany
to be routine.-- the same notes,
everyday until 4:00PM. Other Cummings found studying
the same quizzes. After school,
places to study were the tutoreasier
with
company;
the real challenge began: study-
ing centers, open every period Cummings said, "I study with
ing for the next day. Students
in the South building, and after [friends] to work on projects."
relied on their memories to tide
school in the North building. Other people like Senior Kyle
them through tests, but others
Wether they studied in the Reasinger took on a more soli-
took a more active stance In
school, at home, in groups, or tary approach to studying. "I
test preparation, continuing the
alone, in the end, it was up to usually study with myself, but if
age-old practice of studying.
each student to choose the we have a group project, I work
Freshman Sam Muchmore said,
method of studying that worked with people," The school pro-
"If I know I need something and
best. vided students with places to
I know I need to get it done, that study. Junior Brian Harden said, will usually give me the incen"I use [the library] but not too
Left Fiddling with a stopwatch after a lab, senior Adam Smith concentrates to get .1 seconds to appear on it during his Physics 1 class. Physics students had to combine math, science and elements from the real world in order to get the full effect of the class. photo by Ebun Adewumi Right Junior Kelsey Maxin ta kes notes in Dr. Michael Lechnar's third period AP U.S. History class. Students highlighted and re-reviewed notes to study for his exams. "I usually reread the book and I read over my notes in order to
By Walter
Weiss
Using a ruler to connect lines together for her math homework, sen ior Amy Madison draws for one of her assignments. "I normally sit down and read my assignment over and over again. Even if it is boring, I force myself to do it because I know that it will be worth it in the end," said Madison. photo by Ebun Adewumi
Senior Tom Pogue reviews his notes on the steps outside the North Learning Enrichment Center (LE). According to Pogue, he went toLE "because it offers many resources and provides a re laxed atmosphere." photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
QUOTE BOX "I read the textbook, take notes and even sometimes outline the chapter to help me study," -Kelly Con ron, 10
Top Junior Olga Dovgal intently focuses on her work during 7th period study hall in the library. Students often used the library resources to help them with their schoolwork. photo by Sandy Zeger Left Reviewing a textbook, sophomores Shannon LaFevers. Kylea Day, and Mitch Lillie cram information before a French Ill exam. Friends often helped each other to study before tests. "I think friends are important when you study because then you have more people working on a common problem." said Lillie. photo by Sand Ze er
"Before tests, I usually read my notes and review the chapter,"-Pierre Leclair, 9
"I usually study after school with my friends because they know what its like, and it is easier to study with them than with teachers,"- Casey McDermott, 11 "I go to Learning Enrichment to do all my homework. When I write papers, I write before and then show teachers my work," -Josh Young, 12
Stud
Skills~ 35
"
pROVIDING STUDENTS WITH CHOICES mandatory classes and have
unior Janelle Lacoille takes her pulse for an activity ;s. Required for graduation, health classes did units f overall health, one of which was smoking and how body. photo by Anna Mester Upper Right In AP Physics ,n Waldeisen and junior Baljinder Kumar participate a meter experiment. Labs provided students with a {of learning. photo byNatalya Lahktakla Lower Left At the 1ty School, sophomore Christine Mahoney experinannequin while sophomore Nikeeta Hockenberry >homore Heather Gordon's hair. Cosmetology stu> Empire three periods a day to learn techniques of nd creating looks with makeup. photo by Megan Coursen t During Speech class, senior Jenn Caplan comler friend. In Speech class, students were given ove their public speaking skills with different types
Electives . They were the
fun doing what they liked to do.
said junior Jon Atkinson. Some
classes that helped us get
Aliesha Smith , a freshman,
students took electives that al-
through the day alive , the
said, "[Electives] give me a
ready helped them in their lives.
classes that helped students
chance to have a class that I
Said senior Anne Taylor, "I liked
focus on what they were inter-
wantto learn more about. Photo
speech class with Mrs. Janet
ested in. The choices for these
Arts is my favorite elective be-
Kretchmar because it helped
classes were practically end-
cause we get to experience
me to speak in front of large
less. Electives could tempt our
how to use different types of
crowds." Classes such as Mar-
taste buds with delicious cook-
cameras and we learn how to
ing, bring out the child inside of
'read' pictures". Photo Arts was
us with art, or even let us show
a popular elective offered in
off our knowledge in computer
two parts."lf I could create an
skills. Electives gave students
elective, I would create a reli-
a chance to take a break from
gious study class because
State High doesn't offer one,"
keting,
Neale Stauffer 5th 1otive Technology ~nts who particiclass were able to 1e technology and ; and outs of cars nee of car repair Katie Bergeman
lies
Shop
and
Childcare helped students to
learn career skills for the fu-
ture. With a plethora of elec-
lives, students were sure to
find something to suit their in-
terests. By Ebun Adewumi
photo by Megan Coursen
~ar part during
Auto
Left Cooking southern dishes in Cultures and Cuisine, seniors Walton Bolgiano and Courtney Conran wait for instructions from their cooking teacher. Said Bolgiano, "Each week we study a different style of food relative to where it was made and we prepare and eat the food made in the labs." photo by Ebun Adewumi Right During Photo Arts, senior Ann Passmore works to prepare a photo for emulsion. Photo Arts was an elective that was avaliable to at least 250 students. It gave them instructions about lakin and developin
路~
"I think electives let us do what we want ~ and help us enjoy school more." - Emily~ Groff, 10 ~ riginally I took [Journalism) on a whim t so far it's been the most interesting , and gets you involved in so many fferent things." -Walker Faison, 9
-
"I like French, because its important to '~ learn another language. Taking french might be helpful if I go to France," -Su-Jen Roberts, 12
~
iii "It's great to be part of the Music program.
!
~ iii
It prepares those who could possibly go into music in the future." -Justin Pifer, 11
-.....a~
HE SAID, SHE S Freshmen Marlee Gallagher and Shelby Nelson in Photo Arts I take pictures with their pin hole cameras. Photo Arts I provided students with the basic skills needed to take pictures and deve lop them . Gallager said, "I took Photo Arts because I wanted to learn how to develop pictures and ta ke good photos. In class you learn how to develop pictures in the darkroom. It's really fun, and I'm glad I'm taking it." photo by Stacy Wild
Catching up on back work, for Fashion Technology, senior Amina Gilyard pieces together parts of her 1950's style dress. In Fashion Tech, students learn about different clothing styles and how to make them. Gilyard said, "We learn about fashion in different eras. We also find out what styles of clothing look good on us. [Fashion Tech] is fun and Mrs. Judy is amazing because she helps us so much no matter how busy she is."
Senior Vania Gao works on an art project for her Independent Study Art course. In addition to electives, Independent Study provided different ways of learning for students. "Independent Study gives you a chance to fit in classes that you can't fit into your schedule. It also gives you chances to tailor classes to what you want to learn."said Gao. photo by Mandy Suhey
photo by Ebun Adewumi
.
C:: lo,..tl\u::u:..
\"' 'l7 '
---
THE LEARNING LAIR
llelissa Claver, freshman, works on homework ch period. "The cafeteria is a good place to study Jnvenient," said Claver. photo by EbunAdewumi Upper ~xtra time science class, sophomore Kevin Lamont assignment. "I study in math class because I have d. My teacher gives us the last 10 minutes to do I lightens my load at night," said Lamont. photo by Alex 路 Left Freshman Jordan Adams finds his spot to ill is a good place to study because it's convenient, :>the library because it's quiet," said Adams. photo n Lower Right Freshman Kelsey Lope works in a The network, Neon2K, connected all computers tudents could access their saved work from any nk that (computer labs] are a great opportunity for 1ey can complete projects and assignments," said
attempting to complete homeWhether putting the finishing
touches on an English project,
doing forgotten math home-
work or getting last minute
study time for a big World Cui-
lures test, students had favor-
ite places to study, finish home-
work, or even just hang out.
Walking into the cafeteria be-
fore school and during lunch,
one could observe bunches of
students scattered around
munching on food while
work. Sophomore Melanie
Fleck said she liked to study in
the cafeteria "because usually
there aren't teachers in the
morning to catch you doing the
homework you should have
done last night. And it's more
comfortable to do (homework]
there." Other study spots in-
eluded the computer labs for
easy access to multimedia
technologies, the tutoring cen-
the library, where reference
books, computer catalogs and
access to the internet were at
students' disposal. "I like the
library because it's the easiest
place to do my work since it's
not so loud," said junior Sean
Flannery. Less orthodox study
areas included the band wing,
the Learning Enrichment room
and the benches outside the
cafeteria. by Ebun Adewumi
ter for one on one help with
different subjects; or simply
l(alie Bergeman
;h up some work l home, senior les works after assignment. Stuwith the help of rograms such as mter in the North ink [tutoring cent helpful because :ra time with the at helps you un~rything better," Outside the catlibrary were other 3ngouts. photo by
1
.ics
~
Left Waiting until he gets home to work on his homework, senior Taylor Shephard concentrates at his computer. Instead of working on assignments during school, students found it easier to focus in the comfort of their OWn home. photo by Casey Truax Right Senior Laura Hayward shuffles papers as she sits outside the North Building. During the spring and early fall, students soaked in the sun by sitting on the benches and picnic tables outside. If not in the courtyard, "I would probably go to the library to study because it tends
~
----''!-would normally gcrto-the-teamtng-路Fn=----., richment room because I got one on one attention that I wouldn't get in the classroom " -Ashley O'Neal, 11
"I find the library the best place to study ~ because it's convenient and generally ~ quiet."- Walton Bolgiano, 12 II)
usually go to the library because there re a lot of different resource materials .路-Joseph Kenney, 10
"I go to the cafeteria a lot to sit and study,
~ because if my friends are there they can '" always help me." -Jonathan Musheno, 11 ~
"
Seniors Tasha Tirko and Leslie Gittings work on math homework during 4th period lunch in the North Building. For many students, lunch periods were not only used for eating and socializing, but as study halls and time to finish work. TThe cafeteria] is a good place to study because you can relax and study however you want." photo by Ebun Adewumi
Trying to accomplish some work during lunch, sophomore Karlen Jovanis parks herself on a curb outside of the South Building . When the weather was nice, students gathered outside to eat and to socialize. "If I have a lot of homework, it's better to work during lunch, but it's hard because lunch is usually a time to be with friends." Playing "hacky sack" was another popular activity during lunch, where students tried to hone their footwork skills and utilize their time efficiently. photo by Katie Bergeman
Seated on a bench outside the South Cafeteria during sixth period lunch, sophomore Stephanie Benson concentrates on her book work while it is spread out on her lap. "I study during lunch because it is my only free period of the day," said Benson. Students without study halls utilized lunch to their advantage by mixing academics with sustenance. photo by Sandy Zeger
Ar.::~rlAmir. H::~nnnoolc:'~
~DS-ONFUN Donovan. The mystery lab in With well-equipped computer,
through labs allowed students Chemistry I Math intensive ap-
science and classroom labs,
to see knowledge in motion, plied actual lab techniques with and allowed them to make dis-
hands-on experiences were an crime solving. Students in unessential tool to effective learn-
coveries
on
their
own.
derstanding young children ing throughout high school. Stu-
In addition to making discoverclasses cared for electronic as ies, labs were an integral part of
dents went beyond the tradia glimpse into demands of ac-
most curriculums because they
tional pages of textbooks by tual
ch ild
care.
completing activities that illus-
engaged students' attention. "I "There is absolutely no better
trated principles learned by stu-
think that labs are good beway to learn than learning with
l unior Margaret Solie and sophomore Michelle Rozo in the hall to work on a lab during their fifth period ass. "Labs provide a hands-on approach to things â&#x20AC;˘arned in books," said Rozo. photobySandy ZegerUpper l Physics class, seniors Matt Moore, Adam Smith and measure the force needed to propel water balloons :ance. "'I've always been a hands-on type of person," md by learning that way, it helps me understand the er." photo byNatalya Lakhtakia Lower left Students sit on ng Mr. Keith Thompson's fourth period English class. 1e students time in class to work on assignments,which freshman Andrew Park, "helped whenever you had Jmework to do at home." photo by Sandy Zeger Lower r Sally Solis and sophomores Muntinta Mulenga and oelllaugh after finishing a cooking lab. "Cooking gets 1hen it starts to get messy," said Solis. photo by Ebun Alex Whiteman :omputer in Video ology (VMT). "It's :;lass and I look ng to it because it ' class that I can AT rocks!" said VMT classes, stute opportunity to Jwn movies, edit â&#x20AC;˘arn more about phics. photo by Anne
ics
dents
in
cause it is a nether way for stu-
class. your hands. The hands on ex-
"(Labs] provide us with an op-
dents to learn something other periences are what I will rethan listening or writing," said
portunity to apply what we've member and what I will use in learned to a more realistic situ-
sophomore
Kylea
Day.
my life," said senior Sarah ation ,"
said
junior
Mike
by
Carson. Exploring principles
Left Erin Mooney, sophomore, laughs while playing a game in Spanish class. The activities that Spanish teachers provided , such as fashion shows and games, gave the students opportunities to become immersed in the language. photo by Anna MesterRight Senior Evan Foster works to finish up a cooking lab. While bookwork was essential for learning in cooking classes, labs were also needed in order to give students experience with culinary arts. "I prefer the labs over the bookwork, but you need to do the bookwork in order to rfn thP. I;::th!=::
II
~;tirl ~nc::t~r nhn,, ,.,.,
Sarah
Erickson
Working on a map during her World Cultures class, sophomore Kellie Himes sits quietly. In World Cultures, maps were used to give the students a more concrete understanding of the places they were learning about by providing them with something that let them see the places. "Hands-on activities allow me to learn more in-depth than just taking notes," said Himes. photo by Sandy Zeger
Du ring a sixth period Biology 1 class, students work to observe chemical changes in substances. Biology, which was taken during sophomore year, taught students about genetics and the function of cells. photo by Sandy Zeger
QUOTE BOX "I like labs because you can actually see what you're learning and it helps it to sink in more."- Catherine Palchack, 10
Top During her seventh period chemistry class, junior Janelle Smolka measures with a buret pipet. Chemistry labs, such as the Copper Lab , gave students the ability to see science in action. "Everything that [Mrs.] Keim gives us is so interesting. It helps explain science easier then reading about it," sa id Smolka. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia Left Freshmen Jen Fox and Jerica Holtzinger complete a project during a German 1 class. To become involved with the language, teachers gave assignments such as partner "'
P.<:
â&#x20AC;˘
I
...
"Labs are always fun and interesting because of all the different types we do and the differnent chemicals we use." - Matt Mooney, 11 "I think that [labs] are the best way to learn anything because it is so interactive. When you do th ings hands on, it sinks in, and it's a lot more fun." - Rachna Lal, 12 "Labs give you the ability to learn things first hand." - Chris Hartman, 9
Labs 41
CoPING WITH A CHALLENGING cuRRICULUM
the regular 4.0. Weighted With pressure to achieve aca-
ence while earning college credit grades became more essential by taking classes at Penn State.
demicallyon PSSA's and SAT's, as the district decided to drop
Japanese and Italian were
students chose from a wide arclass rank. Students were also
popular courses at PSU, giving
ray of courses. These courses able to take up to 16 Advanced
students' the freedom to pick
contributed to 13 National Merit Placement (AP) courses such
subjects tailored to their inter-
finalists and 28 commended as Advanced Accounting and
ests. "I took Introduction to
students. The class of 2003 AP Art Studio. "I enjoy taking
Peace and Conflict Studies at
earned a PSSA ''achievement advanced classes because they
Penn State because it allowed
approvement award" worth $92, allow me to find my limits, break Jcusing his attention on the computer in front of •re Sidharth lyer works in his computer graphics puler Graphics, students worked with 3-D Studio mimations and also worked with Adobe Photos hop photo by Anna Mester Upper Right Correcting a fellow ~ r in Eng lish class, sophomore Wes Borden reads 1per one more time. In order to use what they had mts were put to the test and acted in place of a ·er evaluating. photo by Nivedita Bhushan Lower Left oore concentrates while working on math home1all. Moore took Advanced Applied Calculus with myas, a course focusing on applied calculus as 3oretical. photo by Ebun Adewumi Lower Right Glanctextbook, seniors Sabine Begluk and Sally Bolls tss before school. Students would review material in a more keen insight. photo by Katie Bergeman tbers into her Tl•r , sophomore 1 diligently works work in her Adculus class. Stu~r math classes 93's or T l-82's in Jraphs and work ;ial programs on to help aid in the process. photo by
196 for increased PSSA scores.
me to participate in high level through them, and discover group discussions about issues
Almost every advanced or AP things I had never thought pas-
I am interested In," said Clara
class had a weighted GPA, sible," said Patrick Kastlng, se-
Brasseur, junior at the Delta
meaning that an earned A would nior. About 25 students chose
Program. by Natalya Lakhtakia
translate into a 5.0 instead of to further their learning experi-
Left Junior Omkar Bhat carefully measures an angle for an AP Physics C experiment. Physics C, the hardest physics class offered, was one of the smaller classes in the school with only 16 students. "State High offers a lot of classes that are first year college courses, and that can help students in the long run," said Bhat. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia Right Senior Jason Smutz catches a few moments of shuteye during one of his study halls. A growing number of students, especially juniors, chose to pack their schedule with classes or I F instP.mi nf h::~vi nn s lttrlv
h::~ l ls
;;;
AP classes are tough , but the ~ teachers are willing to work with you to -€ make it easier." Mike Brown, 12 ~
nice to have adl{.anced classes because you get weighted grades, so it is a bonus for the extra work you do." Corinne Grissinger, 10 "In chemistry, the curriculum Is hard, but
asses challenges me to work harder for grades." Brian Harden, 11
~ my teacher makes it bearable. She helps "' us to be motivated to do well." Avie ~ . . . . . .., ~ Fitzgerald, 12
Between the stacks of books in the North Building library, junior Eva Heppelma nn peruses a book for information. Students in Dr. Josephine Pirrone's Advanced English 11 class researched information and later worked and wrote essays on subjects of their choice, such as theater, memories, and , bilingual education for three weeks. photo by Hanna Xu
-
·I ·'
Left Junior Jenn Seitz works on a Pennsylvania Math League (PAM L) test in the North Auditorium. The PAML, which was taken by students in all advanced math classes, was a statewide contest. Students were also able to earn extra credit in their math classes by taking these tests. The PAML was given a total of six times a year and the test stood as a representation of the ability of the school. After four tests , State High was ranked number one in the state. "PAML is fun and it gives me a greatopportu-
'•'
n.
r.;.':"
During her lunch period, junior Kelsey Way rests her head on her hand as she intently concentrates on the work in front of her. With tight schedules, students found themselves using free time to study, but found that the best learning took place in the classroom. "I think that more of the learning comes from the teacher and what they have to offer, I really like teachers that interact with students it will help them to learn more," said Way. photo by Ebun Ademuni Challen in Curriculum~43
pREPARING FOR THE FUTURE from school or come in late to With classes such as Diversi-
o by Natalya Lakhtakia
:s
Personal Finance, students
tied Occupations, Accounting, during
school
hours.
senior
Kristine
and CISCO, it was easy for stu-
learned skills needed for basic Said
business, accounting, banking,
dents to prepare for their future. Crassweller, "[D.O.) helps me
money handling, and balancing
Diversified Occupations, known prepare in the fact that most more commonly as D.O, al-
a checkbook. "Accounting people don't know how to bud-
though available for any stu-
opens doors to many more caget money or how to get along
dent 16 or older, was taken
~
reers like Business Law and with others in the workplace.
I
Sophomore Neil Yarnal works with Mrs. Linda ~arning support teacher, to better understand his ssignment. Learning Support provided a resource to learn test-taking skills in preparation for future photo Jenny Fang Upper Right During a sociology 路 Fehnja Bliesmer talks with her teacher, Mr. Nick ing questions could help the students in that class rstand the material. photo by Helen Fang Lower Left lerzerick-Volz gives her attention to throwing a pot ss. Students serious about art could participate in lrt Program in which they learned technical art skills Jture endeavors. photo by Anna Mester Lower Right ~lass, sophomore Sarah Eggebeen practices dressnjury on sophomore Amy Dull. Students used the lVided to learn how to handle different injuries and heir EMT certification. photo by Alex Rodgers
'Rotz reaches for working with a the Roar Store. re, which was run t rep rene u rs hip ed a wide array of 1, ranging from parel to food and good experience business works. have a business nd the Roar Store Jrepare for that,"
Accounting , Business Law, and school in order to work for credit
mostly by seniors. In D.O., stu-
Entrepreneurship," said sophoAlso it helps you prepare for life more Chris Keister. "It will help
dents obtained and retained a after college or just life after job, learned proper manage-
me in the future when I want to school. It teaches you skills for start a business or a store"
men! of money, and practiced life and I definitely think more workplace etiquette. D.O. Stu-
by
people
should
take
it."
dents would either leave early In business classes such as
Left Working on creating a web page for Fantasy IMBA, seniors Dennis Shen and Blake Defluri devote their attention to the computers in Mr. Jeff Kissel's room. "Programming Fantasy IMBA has prepared me and helped me to work as part of a team ," said Shen. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia Right A sergent from the US Marines leads Mr. Don Thompson's 6th period World Cultures class in a simulation of military strategy. Guest speakers enhanced the curricula to shift students' learning from the classroom to real life situations. photo by Ebun
Ebun
Adewumi
I
I
Senior Shannon Deemer leans against a pole in the new wing of the North Building while reviewi ng notes for a class . Whenever they had free time , students studied or used the time for last minute cramming. "When I have the downtime to review, I use it to prepare and figure out what I need to know for the day," said Deemer. photo by Natalya Lahktakia
During an In-Car session , Mr. Brad Fisher instructs his students. In-Car prepared students for their driver's test by teaching them the basic driving skills they needed to drive safely. Following their In-Car experience, students took OnRoad, which allowed them to drive on public roads while getting one on one attention from a teacher. photo by Natalya Lahktakia
B\au
• 2J ·4,:' n
' ·.
~ G•un Rot /I
Lil a
QUOTE BOX "Since State High provides a wide variety of classes, you can learn about careers early on and prepare for the future." Caroline Phillips, 10 Top Fres hmen Megan Decoteau , Liza Oakes and Kara Smith teach German to second grade students at Ferguson Elementary School. Languages and communication skills were valuable things to know for the future. photo by Ebun Adewumi Left Seniors Jessica Dull and Erin Eden point to their poster to help thei r presentation on communication in Speech class. The assignment was to inform the class about a topic and use a poster as a visual aid. "I think that presentations help me because it helps me to be able to speak and communicate easily, whir:h is imnnrlflnl in lhA f11ll1m "
"The AP classes really help to prepare you for the lecture style teaching in college. " Tim Voigt, 12
"I think that the classes at State High have prepared me for further learning at the collegiate level." James Fail, 11
"To prepare for my future, I have taken PSU courses in German and Architecture and spent my summers teaching horseback riding , because I hope to be a teacher some day." Orly Halpern, 12
Preparing for the
Future~
wHAT GOES DOWN OUTSIDE OF CLASS selves facing the task of having School consisted of more things
homeworkwise. The teachers to make up work. Junior Andrea
than just activities in the class-
didn't come to you to tell you Afflitto said, "If I had to miss
room. Outside of classes, stu-
what you missed, you had to school, I would try to make things
dents could be found studying,
take the responsiblity to talk to up in study hall or after
sleeping, and talking to friends
them." Senior Jeffery Hodgson school." Dan Clark, sophomore,
in the hall. Not only were stu-
agrees that this is a good prosaid "If I'm sick, I usually ask my
dents found doing things in
cess. "It helps to keep you orgafriends what the assignments
school but when not in class,
nized and you know what you were or I can email my
they were also found outside of
are going to be missing so you teachers." The school required
Junior Jessica Hessler waits in line in the North 1teria. For the students who found their days full of ' time in between periods was sometimes used as nch and relax. "Having lunch with my friends is nice :m't have any classes with them." photo by Hanna Xu : Freshman Rachel Stehouwer and sophomore Matt nd fill out surveys during a homeroom. Although occurred less frequently than previous years, they 1d as limes to sit and talk with friends. photo by Kendra L eft Laughing as they look at different pins sprawled table, freshmen Sarah Parker and Leah Oakes d each of their messages. photo by Joe Dabney Lower ~d up on the ph one table outside the North Counselnior Amber Hartswick talks on the phone. Students 1pay phones now have to pay an extra fifteen cents, ;t of pay phone calls was raised to fifty cents. photo by
ne Boonie directs to reading a novel, > by Ann Rinaldi, ~e period. "When I vithout any homeyone to talk to, I 1ing absorbed in a " p hoto by Courtney
ics
school due to doctors appoint-
can make it up easier. It also students who knew in advance
ments, college visits, field trips
helps the teachers because they that they were going to miss
for classes, and trips for sport-
know that you will be gone. " school to talk to all oftheirteach-
ing events. Once students
By ers and get the assignments
missed school, they found themneeded. "It was a big transition
Left Senior Nathan Yocum reaches into a basket at the Roar Store for a few treats. The Roar Store, which was run by students in the marketing classes, was a place where students found it easy to stop and either talk with friends between classes or buy food. photo by Jenny Fang Right Standing outside of the North Building office, seniors Diana Geleskie, Michael Burrows and sophomore Karie Yingling talk with the Learning En richment teacher, Mrs. Julie Gittings outside of class. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
Katie
Be rgeman
r
Senior Ashley Mahen sig ns out in the North Building main office. Reasons for missing school included doctors appointments, college visits,and educational field trips. After missing days of school, students were responsible for making up missed assignments within two days of their absence. photo by Hanna Xu
!\ Adjusting the dials on her walkma n, fre shman Amber Aleman prepares herself for the bus ride home. Despite the bumps and shifts, students used the time to scrawl last minute homework on their ride to school or get a head start on homework on their way home. photo by Anna Mester
QUOTE BOX "I missed school in the fall for tennis matches. It was really nice to get a break in the middle of the week." Jesse Greenberg, 11 Top Senior Arthur Shufran sits in Learning Enrichment and reads through a copy of the 1995 Acclivity Literary Magazine, featuring the writing of students. "I do all my best writing ou tside of school because school sucks all the motivation and talent right out myy head," said Shufran. photo by N atalya Lakhtakla Left Curling up on a table top in the South Building Art room , sophomore Steven Moree attempts to catch a few moments of shut-eye. Resting heads on desks during class time was a familiar action for sleeo rlenrivP.rl stw1Anls nhnln
"I usually just hang out and talk to my friends between classes and at lunch. It's nice to do that because it helps me get away from school." Travis Guthrie, 9 "Stud ents get worried about missing classes and making up homework, but I've been blessed with great teachers who have been sympathetic." Ashley Horner, 12 "I missed school once for Culinary Arts. It was a leadership program. It's hard to make up the work because there is a lot of it, but it's not too bad." Torey Novak, 11
Outside of
~
., ~ .
Class ~
PREPARING TO MOVE ON
t: In the North Library, senior Elyse Bower presents project in Mrs. Mary York's College Prep English 12 1 project on a short story consisted of a tri-fold , a 1! presentation, and an i-Movie. photo by Megan Coursen 1ht: Sophomore llya Goldberg recites his monologue s Caesar during Mrs. Georgina Motter's Advanced Je English class. Every student was required to recite s from the play. photo by Anna Mester Lower Left: Placing ~s on a cork squ irrel, junior Molly Mach prepares for >m children to arrive for the new semester. In the child ;es, students planned age appropriate projects to >reschool ch ildren . photo by Megan Coursen Lower Right: ol, sophomore Jess Felton stands outside the South lisplaying her gingerbread house. Gourmet Baking s that taught students how to make pies, cakes, and
ies and it gave us a chance to The essence of school, projects
had to be presented. learn how to research more in
and presentations required stu-
Classes featured guest speakdepth," said freshman Betsy
dents to discuss important con-
ers in order to provide in-depth Coyle. Every senior completed
cepts that were both valuable
information . In Speech Class, a graduation project in either
and co nducive to learning.
students learned from speakeleventh or twelth grade. "I pre-
Regardless of the grade or the
ers ways to effectively articusented the life and works of
class , projects and presenta-
late words for guest speaking. contemporary author Jamiaca
lions appeared everywhere.
"It was helpful of [Mrs. Jill Kincaid to my English class.
Ninth grade Team One stu-
Campbell] to give different exMy project included a huge
dents were required to present
amples of what we learned in mural that I painted as an artis-
a comprehensive project about
Speech, and how to apply it," tic intrepratation of her short
a topic in Latin America, Africa
said junior Molly Crispell. by story, "Girl," said senior Mandy
or the Middle East. "We went
Sandy Zeger and Megan
Suhey. One ofthe requirements on field trips to different librar-
Coursen
of the senior project was that it
wto by Erica Haviland
Press Secretary Machevsky speaks sm 1 and 2 classes ~xperiences with the Government. y came to speak to throug h Mr. Ni ck ecause they were 'enn State. The Rus' Secretary came to terrorism, and the of going to war with
>y Natalya Lakhtakia
mics
Left In Ms. Susan Proia's College Prep English 12 class, sen iors Craig Rotthoff, Allen Walker and Sabina Begluk play with the set for their video for the story of Beowulf, while other members of the group watch. photobySandyleger Right Freshmen Abby Grimm and Sarah Parker sit outside on an autumn day to observe trees for an English project. Students in Ms. Sarah Rita's class had to do a Tree Project and relate their observations to life and the novel they were reading. photo by Megan Lang
r
~
1----·~-kiTlrm-;.,.-;o;.,
--·o·....
part of group pi'OjectSiSliang- ~ ing out with friends and procrastinating ~ together."- Michael Burrows, 12 ~
-sc::
~.
~
hink
the school provides a lot of oppornities to present projects to a class, hich puts the students in a realistic poition which might help them in college." aura Ventura, 11
;~~•~ can be a lotoffon:lfiey ge you more involved in what you're doing, and get you involved in different ways." Jill ian Merriwether-deVries, 10
"Projects are pretty interesting. I like projects where you can choose the topic." ~ Steven Gardner, 9
,.
Q;
~
.i
Seniors Yulia Zhdanova, Amber Atchley, Rachel Horne and Laura Sarge sit in the hallway during Mr. David Eastman's College Prep (CP) English class to read Frankenstein. "Mr. Eastman uses study guides, discussions, and movies to help us better understand novels," said Horne. In CP English 12, students read such novels as 1984, Death of a Salesman, and Into Thin Air. photo by Natatya Lakhlakia
During Mr. Joe Boris's first period sociology class, senior Fay Bliesmer, junior Madeline Giscombe and senior Amy Madison walk throug h the hall with paper bags on their heads, The goal was for the students to all look the same, by wearing bags over their heads, wh ite shirts, and jeans. In the experiment, they wanted to look "faceless" so that they could see how students would react. A route was planned as the students walked from the cafeteria , the main office, and by the gym . photobyDawn
Despite the cold weather, juniors Greg Lux, Jenny Ryba and Elizabeth Hummel (Houts) participate in the Hooverville activity outside the North Building. Students created cardboard "homes," complete with folding camping chai rs , to resemble the Hoovervilles during the Depression. Mr. Robert Furmanek provided soda and hot dogs for his students throughouttheday.pholobySandy Zeger
Hill
Projects and
Presentations~....:J
--
ExPANDING EXCELLENCE BEYOND CLASS the halls. Sophomore Hagen Extending their academic inter-
vided us with a really good backSaunders, who was interested
ests beyond the classroom, stu-
ground and college will help us in pursuing art, decided that she
dents took their passions into
to explore our interests further. " would take more art classes
their own hands. Lovers of lit-
"Next year, I'm planning on takthis year to "learn different tech-
erature carried books around in
ing Preschool and Play, which niques of art and see how differ-
I ~- >i I I
:: Seniors Davy Long, Tasha Tirko, and Amie Park the Geraldine R. Dodge Poetry Festival in Waterloo vstudents attended poetry workshops and listened to ~ best living poets read their work. photo courtesy of Mr. 1e Upper Right: Junior Geoff Scott finishes his math t. "I like math because there is a definite right answer 1g and you don 't have to figure out what the teacher d Scott. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia Lower Left: Seniors 10 and Jaline Gerardin debate a question at the 1mpiad competition . "Science Olympiad lets me learn >us topics in science and also apply science to lings," said Guo. photo courtesy of Mrs. Julie Gittings Lower is Cleary, junior, practices a song outside the North nd wing. "It's fun to sing a song for the first time and nd horrible, but then listen to the progress until you y good, " said Cleary. photo by Nata/ya Lakhtakia
in Daughenbaugh ion during his first ogy class. Students 1n higher level sci~s. learned how to imals and had the do dissection labs ay. photo by Natalya
1ics
their backpacks in order to slip
will help me to prepare to be an en! people approach and look
in extra reading. Clicking to-
elementary school teacher. I at it." Seniors who were prepar-
gether knitting needles, fiber
think that its really great that we ing to graduate and move on to
fanatics worked on scarves,
as students can choose what college found themselves havwe want to do and what will
mittens and hats during study ing to decide what to focus on halls and L.E. Fingers tapping
prepare us for life after high and what they wanted to learn
ondesksmarkedamateurdrum-
school," said Junior Amber lsett. more about. Su-Jen Roberts,
mers, and choir enthusiasts
By senior, said, "I thinl< that the
belted musical tunes through classes at State High have pro-
Left Breezing through a book in North Building L.E., sophomore Greg Geusic reads American Government. Geusic, who enjoyed spending time learning about politics, said, "I am interested in politics because if you can learn to use that system in the right way, you can go anywhere in life and do anything you want to do." photo by Natalya Lakhtakia Right Senior Katie Rockey listens intently during an AIDS Project meeting. Students found ways to express their pursuits by joining clubs or participating in activities related to what they were
Mandy
Suhey
Magdalena Radovic-Moreno, senior, flips through her German dictionary. Moreno was fluent in Spanish, English, and Serbo-Croatian. She was also in AP French 5, and was in the process of learning German. "I love to travel, and it enriches the experience whenever you are able to communicate with people in their native languages," said Radovic-Moreno. photo by Nalalya Lakhlakia
Senior Luke Trusty looks under the hood of a car during an Automotive Technology class. Trusty, who was involved in autotech for several years, hoped to pursue a career in auto mechanics. For the students who were interested in cars and learning how they worked, Autotech brought about the opportunity to "learn the new technology in cars and get hands on experiences," said Trusty. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
QUOTE BOX
Upper Senior Maizie Wallace sits on the window sill while reading one of her favorite books. Wallace took her love of reading further by being involved in a Literature Conference, along with Natalya Lakhtakia and Vania Gao. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia Left Talking with their teacher, Mr. Dave Hamilton, students from the Public Safety 2 class wear their fire fighting gear during the Elective Showcase held in February. Students who decided to take this class learned the basicfirefighting fundamentals, and the different strate ies and
"We're fortunate to have such a large variety of classes at State High. I want to be a doctor, so classes like Medical Terminology have helped me prepare for that." - Aqsa Ahmad, 12 "The classes that are offered help students to find out what they like so that they can go on and pursue a career after high school."- Janet Alley, 10 "I plan on having a business career so I am taking entrepreneurship classes and working in the Roar Store to help me with that." - Brent Kirwan, 11 "I think that students should take advantage of all the opportunities that our school has to offer."- Rachel Svabek, 10
Academic Pursuits 51
'
Right Senior running-back Curtis Varner cradles the ball as he runs upfield against the Altoona defense. photo by Mt. View Below During a cross country meet against Altoona, junior Alissa Popovich paces herself to finish the race. photobyMt. View Bottom Left Junior Peggy Solie prepares to take a free hit during a game against Indian Valley. photo by Mt. View Bottom Right Sophomore Jason Kim battles for inside position of the ball against a Williamsport defender.
The thrill of victory' Practices, Varsity, Away meets, Adidas bags, lnvitationals , District Finals, beating
Altoona, Letter winners,
PIAA.,
hand , Rushing, Teeing off, Offense,
Injuries, JV, Sets, Back-
Defense, School
records, Captains , Netting goals, Heading, Fumbles, Line of scrim-
mage, Deuces, Foul shots,
IMBA., Ice skating, Back-
stroke, Quad meets, Dance team , Grappling ,
team,
Drill
Horseback riding, Pep rallies, Jerseys, Ritua
spiking , Clubs, Helmets,
Touchdo
Pads, District6 , Penalties , Hurdles,
PerS
Coaches, The agony of defeat.
~
Divider 53
,
-
=ront : Anne Trunzo, Shannon erg. Second Row: Katie Radomsky. Amanda Haagen, Jenny me Delreal, Krystina Hondzinski, Heather Hernizen, Diana 3arnoff. Third Row: Coach Jen Smith, Kalla Alterio, Becky 1ann Esposito, Christen Brown, Conor Hall, Gena Callahan, >rth, Katherine Rountree, Coach Meg Anders.
Standing at attention, freshmen Catherine Krumrine and Jessica Novak prepare for their next cheer. T he cheerleading squad was omnipresent at sporting events in all three athletic seasons . The squad also traveled to Florida for a national competition. photo by Brent
Stretching out their muscles for a practice, the Dance Team makes sure not to miss a group. As dancing required the use of every muscle, warming up was an important practice for the team . The squad typically practiced twice a week in the North Building foyer. photo by Brent
Sandmeyer-Swails
Sandmeyer-Swail s
Dance Team (left to right): Front Row: Ashley Rotz. Karo Federowlcz, Taylor Russell.
Second Row: Nk:otc Schied . Lisa Rivoir, lilly Roy, Rachel Harkneu, Katie Hergenreder, Jen Morgart, Allison Colyer. Jamie Weiler, laurenTan nor. Third Row: Maggi Sowko, Sarah Smith. Alyssa Rumbaugh, Jessica Qk,noski, Alexa Dilembo, Jamie Little. Amanda Favor路 ile. Tarin WeUs. KaiUin Griffith Founh Row: Megan Haffner. Toytor Height, Tiffany Glab, Tia Bochnakova. Megan Lynn. Myranda Martin, Monika Torsell. Chelsea Vandel1inden, liz McCallips. Back Row: Kristin Tkach, KoUy Fitzgerald, Jenny Palmer, Linsey Houtz, Sun-Y Roh. Dominique Davis, Ashley Krupa, Kathryn S tetz, Jessica C anedy. phOto by Sludio 2
Drill Team: Front row: Farai Machina, Leah Oakes. Liza Oakes, Amina Gilyard, Prisca Tsemunhu. Second row: Laura Day, Julie Hulet. Aliesha Smith, Salma Ibrahim, Janviere Ndayishimye. Third row: Kelly Rider, Trish Musandipa, Shandell Posey, Brett Brashers. photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
,,
The unifying dance. -Liz McCallip
I hope to ma next y more
ger showing at nationals Haagen, sophomore
'
'
soon suuooners heir 路路season'" never ends, they cover time in its short existence, the team participated in a U.D.A. summer camp three teams at a time, and when they are not supporting the competition of for teams from around the east coast. State High athletic teams, they are The end result was a superior rating competing on their own. They are the and the opportunity for senior captains , :;port supporters and their prominence Taylor Russell, Kara Federowicz, and Ashley Rotz to participate in the annual is growing. Macy's Thanksgiving Day After a one year hiatus , the varsity ;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;; Parade. "It was a great opportucheerleadi ng team returned to the UCA nity to meet people from cheerleading nation- "It was a great opportunity across the U.S. ," said to meet people from als. "Last year there Russell of performing in was not enough girls across the United States." the parade. -Senior Taylor Russell In its second year of or dedication, so we existence, the Drill Team, did not make nationknown as the 'Hot al" This year was a whole different story. Stepperz,' also experiThe enthusiasm was ;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;; enced growth. "The team unpa rall eled. We is more diverse than last were prepared which lead to our best year simply because of the greater covrout1ne ." sa id senior Shannon erage. People now know the team exist Deemer. and see how cool it is," said freshman The routine led to a fifth place finish Liza Oakes. and an experience that led underSophomore Brett Brashers said, "I classmen wanting more. " At nationliked being a part of something that al< we were hitting everything. Perinvolves rhythm, and is so unique." forming on such a big stage was amaz"At first I thought I would get harassIng Next year is a rebuilding year. ment from other students, but I was not There IS a chance we can make it to about to let that detour me from doing n'lhonals again. We will have to see if something I liked. It was well worth it the desire is there ," said junior Diana seeing the faces of elementary kids we Sabo. performed for. They were amazed with The Dance Team members also the steps. That is what I will remember found themselves performing outside most," said Brashers. the halls of State High. For the first by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
Members of the varsity cheerleading squad take a break after a cheer routine at a home boys' basketball game. The group lined Memorial Field for home football games in the fall and then cheered on the ba sketball and wrestling teams in the winter. Their season came to an end with the U.C.A. nati onal cheerleading championships held in February. photo by Eric Schoonmaker
Participating in Soul Nite at the Mount Nittany Middle School, the Drill Team performs its famous train routine. "I remember the team performing at our middle school last year and thinking how amazing and complex the steps were. That is what motivated me to join this year," said fre shm an Liza Oakes. photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
Senior dance team captains Kara Federowicz, Ashley Rotz and Taylor Russell get their fifteen seconds of fame in front of a national TV audience while performing in the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade. The three were chosen to participate in the parade thanks to a superior rating at their U.D.A. sum mer camp. photo provided
Junior Gena Callahan mends her tattered pom-poms after a vigorous and boisterous fall sports pep rally. photo by Jenny Fang
Members of the drill team perform at the halftime of a boys' basketball game. The Hot Stepperz proved to be a crowd favorite and staple at the games, with such well-known moves as the train. photo by Eric Schoonmaker
~ Sport Supporters 55 \
1res
Senior Miranda Barnett sprints down the field in hopes of securing a loose ball. Barnett provided senior leadership to help the team qualify for the state playoffs. Barnett, a veteran of last year's district championship squad, contributed to the team capturing both the District VI championship and the Tri-Valley Conference title this season. photo by Mt. View
.lun;ndt.,.;,, (left to right): First Row: Sara Dittman, Stacie Woodle , Kate Yugle , Allie Ziff, Emily Federowlcz, Annie Battles,
Abby Molr,
Bridgid Berrena, Selphanie Yeager, Adriane Woodle. head coach Cindy Solie. Third Row: Coach Niki Wolenski, manager Whitney C rain, Emily Deeter, Hannah E'lleleth ,
Ashley Hrivnak. Sarah Eggebeen, Becky Rockey, Jess Cummins, Hagen Saunders , Nadine Rudolph, Jenny Barton, and coach Linda Eggebeen. photo by Ht~nry Gong
Senior center-backer Meg Hackett pokes at the ball in an attempt to take control for the Lady Little Lions. "Meg was one of our best defenders, she really kept the team together," said head coach Cindy Solie. "I was a senior this year, I needed to have a strong leadership role," said Hackett. photo by Mt. View
(left to right): First Row: Rena Leone, Merideth Second Row: Woodle, Jen Szklinski. Katie Prichard, Michelle McGregor, Meg Hackett, Christina Davies, Clare Abdalla, Miranda Barnett, assistant coach Linda Eggebeen. Third Row: Assistant Coach Nikki Woleinski, Lauren Guzik, Sam Lisko, Natasha Dinsmore, Nikki Levi, Catelyn Smith, Kai Gould, Elise Shulman, Jen Stuhr, Peggy Solie, head coach Cindy Solie. pholo by Henry G01J9
ala 2-1 @West Snyder 2-3 Middleburg 0-1 Newport 1-0 @Lewistown 2-1 Juniata 0-1 @Indian Valley 1-2 @Lower Dauphin 0-1 @Lower Dauphin 0-6 ood 0-1 @East Juniata 1-0 @Newport 3-0 West Synder 1-0 Juniata 1-2 Indian Valley 2-1 @Greenwood 0-5 Huntingdon 1-0 North Allegheny 0-1 Record: 8-9-1
''
Overall I think it we prepared o for the playoff at our level.
pretty well, really well and played unately, it
,worked ted most just
We did really well well together and d of our oppone didn't score e Mira
''
kett, senior.
tie In an effort to secure the ball , juni or Amanda Woodle advances the ball up the field in a match with Indian Valley. The team won the crucial match against the Warriors , 2-1. Wood le lead a comeback at the end of the year in w hich the squad qualified for the district playoffs. "I just try to help everyone out and to help the team improve," said Woodle. photo by Mt.
~fter capturing two straight dis-
a whole we had fun," said junior Amanda Woodle. trict titles, the team entered the One of the biggest wins of the year 2002 season looking to make it came in the team's second showdown three straight under the direction with rival Indian Valley.ln the first matchof new head coach Cindy Solie. In up, the squad fell to the Lady Warriors, the end, the team had not only 2-1. The second time around, the team won the District VI Title, but also avenged the loss with a 2captured first place in the Tri- ;;;;;;;;;~~~~~~~~;;;;;;;;; 1 win. The highlight of the seaVa ll e y Confer"Even with the age son was the fact that the ence. However, team overcame several difference, we love to the team was changes to find success. hang out together. As knocked out of the One significant change state playoffs afa whole we always was a new head coach in ter a 1-0 loss to have fun together." Cindy Solie, who replaced North Allegheny in -Amanda Woodle, Shelly Ishler. the first round. junior The changes at the helm "This has kind came with both positives of been how our ;;;;;;;;~~~~~~~~~ and negatives. The team season has gone had a slow start, winning only three of its with one-goal games. We've been first nine games. However, it quickly got in every game," said Solie back on track and ended the season The team had both strong sestrong, winning the District VI playoffs. nior leadership and quality underAt the end of the season the team classmen to lead the way. One of was quick to point out that part of the the key players was senior Christy success should be credited to Barb La Barca, who led the team in scorMackes, who led the off-season condiing. Senior Meg Hackett anchored tioning. a solid defense that featured "Mrs. Mackes did a tremendous job juniors Katie Prichard and Peggy with our conditioning. She got us so well Solie. prepared for the early season games, in Despite having a few players which heat was a factor. And at the end step into the spotlight, team unity of the year, her help gave us the extra remained strong. energy to perform in clutch situations," "Even with the age difference, said junior Jen Szklinski. we loved to hang out together. As by Curtis Fenton
View
Junior Christina Davies fires a shot on goal in a match against Lewistown. The match ended in a 1-1 tie after a back-and-forth battle. Davies, a newcomer, helped to lead the team to another District VI title. Along with Davies, juniors Katie Prichard , Peggy So lie, Amanda Woodle and Jen Szklinski filled gaps left by the graduates of last year's team. photo by Jenny Fang
Anticipating an Indian Valley player's next move, junior Nikki Levi stares intently down the field. Levi, one of the team's assist leaders, was one of the top juniors on this year's squad. "Nikki did an extremely good job this year. She stepped up and became a tremendous leader," said head coach Cindy Solie. photo by MI. View
~路 Junior Peggy Solie makes a sharp cutback en-route to a loose ball in a match against Greenwood. Solie, who is the daughter of head coach Cindy Solie, was one of the newcomers at the defen-
In a match with Indian Valley, senior Catelyn Smith trots down the field during a break in play. Smith, along with junior Nikki Levi, led the team in assists. Smith, a veteran , was a member of the varsity
.... ~
accolades District VI Champions Tri-Valley Conference Champions 路r
~'
路 .
Hn
~ ith
Hollidaysburg and Altoona, losing to multiple losses to Blair Altoona every match and falling to County ri va ls, Altoona and Hollidaysburg in the semi finals of Hollidaysburg, it may appear that playoffs. It was not the losses that the team was marred with failure. angered us but the way both teams However, the mark of a great team handled themselves. The coaches is its ability to improve, and acand parents were cording to senior straight up rude, accusKirsten Tawse , the ing us of cheating in line season will go down "After the Altoona as a success. match, Coach asked us calls. For them to take "Our season was if we wanted to win bad , Y~~~~-~~~? enough. We all ~lly ang.ered us, s: definitely a successful campaign. Our 7-0 responded and you JUnior Michaela loss to Altoona was a could see a difference As plawrffs ro ed huge wake-up call for in play and intensity ,.,.tfound !he .£layers right away., noted a dtfferf'l atmo: us. It came after a big loss to Hollidaysburg -Kirsten Tawse senior sphere than.•tn years ' past. so we realized we had " · :Sur uniforms to step up and play that our c~ a... p- 1~Jenn Caplan dewith more intensity. Afte r the signed, the phrase, 'I'm part of the Altoona match, Coach asked us if pride' is printed on the back. In the we wanted to win bad enough. We beginning, it meant nothing to us, but all responded and you could see a towards the end of the season, as we difference in play and intensity right all came together, the phrase took on away," she said. a whole new meaning and we gained During the homestretch of the new strength and confidence," said season the team knocked off disTawse. trict VI foes left and right. HowThis new confidence propelled ever, there were only two teams Newell and Tawse in winning the that the Lady Little Lions cared district doubles and the team as a about, Altoona and Hollidaysburg, whole in revenging last year's semifiand they would have to wait for nal loss by beating the Golden Tigers playoffs until they would have a 4-1 away. chance to revenge early season by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails defeats.
•o singles player Sarah Nelson, Uows the path of her backhand uah has shown so much imt from last year. It comes from hours of training. Her com mite game is unparalleled," said e Bierly. photo by Jenny Fang
"We struggled last year against
Sopho more Lauren Casselberry contem plates after a match versus rival Altoona. Altoona proved to be, once again, the nemesis, as the team fell to the Mountain Lions in all three matches played. Against another Blair County rival , Hollidaysburg , the team revenged last year's semi final defeat by knocking the Tigers out of the playoffs. photo by Brent SandmeyerSwails
:ores
Junior Varsity(Left to Right) : u, Coach Jane Borden, Kristen McGill, Halley Maxim, Lauren Ellis, Allie Zeger, Larrisa Wascov, Coach Mike Bierly, Araba Nti, Alex Rodgers, Sarah Muscarella, Alex Curtis. photo by Mike Herr
Varsity(Left to Right): Sarah Bolis, Charlotte Newell, Lauren Casselberry, Michela Herr, Sarah N elson, Kirsten Tawse , Sh ilpa Sawardekar, Sasha Krol, Jenny Niles, Erin Geiser, Jenn Caplan, Sally Bollis. photo by Mike Herr
lfoyle 7-0 Hollidaysburg 3-4 @Altoona 0-7 Central Mountain 7-0 Huntingdon 7-0 @West Chester 5-2 @Downington Invite 2nd @Tyrone 7-0 @Bishop 5-2 SC Invite 2nd @Hollidaysburg 3-4 @Mercersburg 15-10 Altoona 0-7 @Central Mountain 7-0 @Huntingdon 7-0 Tyrone 7-0 @Hollidaysburg 3-0 @Altoona 0-3
,,
gro
This team has together and this season-we gelled, all sharing the on bond of\ wanting to wi Micha ' , junior.
In the end, t
'' Acing her opponent, senior Shilpa Sawardekar competes from the number four spot. Sawerdecker's strength was her ability to wear down opponents. "Shilpa's game has always been consistency and that was her strength this year. However, she also began taking the offensive which helped her against lesser o pponents," said coach Mike Bierly. photo by MI. View
Junior Sasha Krol goes on the offensive immediately, taking advantage of a second serve. Krol joined teammate Sarah Nelson as first time starters. From their positions at number two and five respectively, the two juniors showed no signs of inexperience, helping the team take second in both invitationals. photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
Striking a cross-court forehand, senior Kirsten Tawse takes down her Central Mountain opponent in straight sets. Tawse started the year at number five in singles but managed to climb all the way up to number three when it was all said and done. Doubles was Tawse's forte, as she took the District VI doubles championship along with junior Charlotte Newell. "Coming back from a tough semi final match and defeating Altoona at home in the finals in front of all of their fans is a memory I will never forget," said Tawse. photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
District VI team runner-up Charlotte
- District VI singles runner-up Charlotte
Sophomore Jenny Niles throws up a defensive lob in a match versus Hollidaysburg. The team entered the season with a roster dominated by underclassmen. "Next year I would like nothing better than to see the girls take down Altoona. They are only losing two senio r letterwinners so they will have the depth and talent to do so," said senior Kirsten Tawse. photo by Jenny Fang
accolades Tawse - District VI doubles champions
see whose got the mo . Ryan Kopp-
oby, senior.
but sometimes It felt good to be it's tough beca ~~•·m4n~~rP~ponsibilites. It's nice to the coach can of the younger better.
''
Jnning in pa irs, junior ~te r Crowe leads the 1ck, followed by junior 1red Bender. At the Disci VI championship ee l , Crowe finished nth overall to lead the am to a second place 1ish. The ninth place fin1 qualified Crowe for the :~te championship meet, 1ere he placed 195th. Jring the season, Crowe 3S a big contributor as ! was a top finisher in overal key meets. photo by View
ir season on seniors Tim yan Obrock ) cartwheels s the finish Jr last run as 1d we just Iwith a bang. -esented all e had during .rs of cross I Voigt. photo aker
ighting through rain and 1ud, junior J.R. Johnson attles the elements dur1g a meet. Johnson at·ibu ted much of th e ~am's post-season sucess to their preseason •ork ethic. "A lot of us got )gather over the summer I the Penn State track nd started training hard . .Je decided early that we •ere going to gut it out, nd that set the tone for 1e entire season, espeially di s tricts," sa id ohnson. photo by Mt. View
:ores
Looking to gain ground on the competition, sophomore David Hopey leads the pack early in a race against Altoona. With only one returning senior letterwlnner, Hopey was unsure how the season would play out. "At the beginning of the season, I was worried because we only had one senior that ran varsity last year. I was surprised how well we did at districts, and since we're only losing one runner, I think we'll be really good next year," said Hopey. photo by Mt. View
alley Invitational - 7th @Spiked hoe lnv1tat1onal- 17th Bear ountain River Run eet- 2nd Bellefonte- 1st @Marion Center with Clearfield and xsutawney- 1st @Carlisle Meet of Chamions - 11th State College Invitational - 7th Altoona - 2nd @PIAA District 5-6 Championship Meet - 2nd
STATE COLLEGE I
G ollowing a tough season with Peter Crowe , and sophomore an abundance of ups and downs, David Hopey. The captains chothe boys' cross country team sen for the team included looked to build on their mistakes Obrock, Sletson, and seniors while taking new strides forward. Ryan Kopp-Jacoby and Shawn Last season, State ended with Henderson. a 3-3 record and a "It was an honor to third place finish in be chosen as a capthe District VI Chamtain for the squad. I pionships, falling bewas called a 'social low expectations for "Cross country running captain' by the playis a sport of the mind, the team . ers because I was inbody and spirit. No "I believe that charge of giving the most of the team sport in the world can runners the encourcompare to it." didn't come close to agement to do their - Senior Tim Voigt using their full abilibest," said Koppties and talents, and that we weren't as focused as we could have been," said senior Ryan Obrock. Tenth-year head coach Bob Baumbach said , "During the last two years , most of the emphasis of the team has been on having fun. This year the kids really worked hard and seemed to be about competing first, and having fun second." Returning for State was a huge crop of runners who were expected to make an impact on the season. Returning lettermen included senior J.T. Sletson , juniors J.R. Johnson, Tyler Hall, T.J. Rodgers,
Varsity (left /o right): First Row: Nathan Stehouwer, Ryan Yarnell, Jared Bender, J.T. Stetson, Ryan Kopp-Jacoby, Shawn Henderson, Ryan Obrock, Daniel Du/fy. Second Row: Dan Greenberg, Andy Mazur, Quintina Orengo, Scott Kephart, Tyler Halt, T.J. Rodgers, Andrew Grim, Travis Dinsmore, Christopher Baker. Third Row: Dom Minichiello, Scott Karduck, Corey Rodgers, Tim Clymer, J.R. Johnson, Brent K1rwan, Peter Crowe, Wes Halt, Jared Dillon. Fourth Row: John Orland, Nick Bright, David Hopey, Robbie Horton photo by Ml Vtr.'l'
Turning the corner, juniors Scott Karduck and Tyler Hall lead the way, followed by sophomores Andy Mazur and Artie Orland. With only one returning varsity senior, underclassmen were expected to step up during the season. "I always had fun at races. Everyone seemed to work together and support each other during the meets. II made each meet a good experience to be a part of," said Karduck. photo by Eric Schoonmaker
Jacoby. During the season, State's biggest victory came in the Lock Haven Invitational, where the squad took second place. "Lock Haven was a big win for us. Going into the meet, everyone was focused and the energy level was really high. It was just one of those meets where you know your going to do well ," said Duffy. Finishing with a 5-1 record, State entered districts and finished second behind rival Altoona, as Crowe qualified for the state championship meet. by Eric Schoonmaker
.....aorE
Running through the rain , senior Dan Duffy sprints ahead of sophomore Dom Minichiello. Even with three years of cross country running under his belt, Duffy was still speechless as to the reason why he ever joined the team . "It hurts a lot. I don't know why any healthy 'three meal-a-day' person would want to try it," said Duffy. photo by Mt. View
Looking to finish strong, senior J.T. Sletson sprints during the last stretch of the race. Sletson, one of four senior captains, saw his position as a key element of the team's success. "It was a real honor to be named a captain. I felt the position gave me the ability to work directly with the younger runners and give them the support that I need when I first started ," said Sletson. pholo by Eric Schoonmaker
accolades
Hopey - 12th PIAA State Championship Meet: Peter Crowe - 1951h ~~
Boys' Cross Country 61
''
[My season was] g Carlisle Meet, into it hoping to to fi ve, but second.
r team roseto performed exwe went in the top ten up taking
really worked ' we were able to
'
wi n.
iris' cross count With the cold wind beating against her face, freshman Michelle Ra ney passes by the track during a home meet with Altoona. The squad won the meet on their way to a 3-0 dual meet record that also included wins over Bellefonte and Williamsport. The squad was also victorious in its only quad meet of the season, that being at Marion with Ce nter Punxsutawney a nd Clearfield. photo by Mt. View :;sa Popovich lh Ryan run ~ at the State litational. Achead coach 1. team unity >success dur;on. "We were the New Entis. We did not -to person or that. We were .tive body and ~g i rls] worked d helped each aid Long. photo maker
With a look of determination on her face, senior Emily Shanahan focuses on her stride during a dual mee t with Altoona . Shanahan, who normally played soccer in the fall, switched to cross country for her senior year because she "did not get much playing time with soccer." Shanahan surprised herself with a solid performance. "I did not know what to expect," said Shanahan. photo by Mt. View
:ores
~ith a strong core of returning
''Last season the team wasn't very good and I wasn't sure how letter winners, the team entered good we would be this season," the 2002 season with high expecsaid Gallagher. "When we won, I tations. After finishing second at knew we had a great team. We the District 5-6 meet last year, the team was looking to reclaim its were really excited and we even got a trophy." perch atop the district. At the PIAA state In the 2002 discompetition the trict meet the team " After Kelly finished team finished finished first as it she said to me, ' That 19th, fighting a edged out Altoona. c ourse is the devil. ' strong head wind Seni or Ke lly [The girls] all ran very that only added to Chadwick won the competi tive times the c hill y and eve nt and sophoc onds idering the muddy condi more Meg han Mason w eather conditions." tions. Chadwick finished third. They -Head coach Ryan placed 52nd, folwere followed shortly Long lowed by Mason thereafter by sophoand senior Emily mores Maggie Sikora Shanahan in and Katie 152nd and 183rd respectively. Kisenwether, who finished seventh "After Kelly finished she said to and ninth respectively. me, 'That course is the devil,"' said "I think the results are reflecLong. "[The girls] all ran very comtive of the hard work and dedicapetitive times considering the tion [the girls] showed all season weather conditions .... All the girls and it's something they have were exhausted at the end." earned and I'm certainly pleased Throughout the season the with the results," said head coach team relied upon both senior leadRyan Long. ership and the underclassmen. At The hard work that Long spoke the State College Invita tional, of all started when the team opened Mason and Kisenwether led the up the season with first place at team to second place, with the the Big Valley Invitational. AccordIng to sophomore Katie Gallagher absence of the senior leadership of Chadwick and Shanahan. it was the most memorable moby Brandon Stiver ment of the season.
.. ':..;,~,. 路.:. ~ ;路%:路.7,路~:: Sprinting to the finish, sophomore Maggie Sikora nears the end ofthe race. "Maggie established herself through hard work and her efforts," said head coach Ryan Long of Sikora's performance this season. photo by Eric Schoonmaker
Senior Anne Krogstad pushes forward during a meet. According to sophomore Meghan Mason, it was important to maintain your focus. "You just wanted to pass the girl in front of you and give it all you have got," she said. photo by Eric Schoonmaker
ley Invitational -1st @Spiked Shoe Invitational -7th @Bear Mountain River Run Invitational - 1st Bellefonte -1 st @Marion Center with Punxsutawney and st @Carlisle Meet of Champions- 2nd Williamsport -1st @Steel City Invitational - 7th State College Invitational - 2nd Altoona - 1st @PIAA District 5-6 Championship Meet -1st @PIAA State Championship Meet -19th
Despite the rain, senior Kelly Chadwick holds her head high as she nears the finish line during a home meet. As the number one runner, Chadwick was a potent force for the team. Overall she was rather pleased with her performance this season. "I think I have greatly improved from last year," said Chadwick. One of her best performances was at the Bear Mountain Meet, where she placed first. "I did a lot better at the Bear Mountain Meet than I had expected," said Chadwick. photo by Eric Schoonmaker
Sophomore Katie Kisenwether runs past a few spectators at the team 's home meet with Altoona. Kisenwether finished fourth in the meet, as the team came out victo rious. During the season Kisenwether emerged as one of several underclassmen to which the team turned for success. Kisenwether was the third best State High finisher at the State College Invitational with an eleventh place finish. photo by Eric Schoonmaker
the
Varsity (left to right): First Row: Rachael Fye, Anne Krogstad: Dana Kracaw, Kelly Chadwick, Emily Shanahan, Maggie Sikora, Alissa Popovich, Hannah Ryan. Second Row: Meghan Mason, Michelle Raney, Nicole Vella, Brooke Mahen, Katie Gallagher, Kelly Conran, Katie Kisenwether, Kathryn Freeman.,..,.., "''路 Vlow
D
In preparation for a sessi Meghan Mason stretches out her legs. In only her second year on the team, Mason climbed into the spot as the number two runner on the team. photobyAnneHan
accolades
ason - 3rd Maggie Sikora - 7th Katie Kisenwether - 9th Emily Shanahan - 1Oth Alissa Popovich 13th Hannah Ryan - 18th Girls' Cross
Country ~~
Senior captain Anne Taylor watches intently as her ball rolls closer to the hole. Taylor was the number one golfer on the team and emerged as the team leader with her high level of play and her desire to win . Taylor was one of five senior members on the team who aided the squad in completeling their goals and dominating for yet another season. photo
Studying the break in the green, junior Katie Waldeisen prepares to take her putt. Waldeisen shot a tournament best 80 in the Bolton Invitational as the team finished in first place. Waldesien was the only golfer to represent the team at the state tournmanent, where she tied for fourteenth out of thirty-five. photo by Mt. View
by MI. Vie w
district rJrtJWn
:ores
to right): head coach Mark Ritchey, Kristen Szklinski, Anne Taylor, Kim Morgan, Katie Waldeisen, Stacy Moir, Sarah Kunkle, Nicole Antos, Alexei Kissell, Amy Rider, Katie Ritchey, Hillary Ward, assistant Ken Miller. p/1oto by Gene Maylock Photography
Following through on her shot, senior Nicole Antos tees off during a home dual meet with Bellefonte. Antos was one of five key returnees, as she helped the team win its fourth consecutive District VI Title. photo by Mt. View
1st @Coudersport lnivitational- 1st @Philipsburg-Osceola- 1st @Curwensville Invitational- 1st Bolton Invitational -1st @Penns Valley- 1st @Yorochko Invitational - 1st @Bellefonte- 1st League Championships- 1st District VI Finals- 1st
,,
~ l
tThe last matd"\1 it was the Ia 路 would ever g We didn't scored. -A
sad because e the seniors lay together. what anyone aylor, senior.
long time goal that not many other r the third year in a row the teams have been able to complete; Gtrls' Golf team stayed undefeated sending a player to states. and atop the district by retaining the Waldeisen was the lone golfer from district VI title for the seventh consecutive year. Leading the way for State High in the prestigious competition as she tied for fourteenth the squad were senior captain Anne Taylor, senior Stacy Moir and junior out of thirty-five. The most memorable Katie Waldeisen . match came at the The girls also took end of the season, full adva ntage of "The newcomers when the team captheir deep bench improved greatly and tured the District VI and key newcomby the end of the Title. It was also the ers. season we became a last ti me the girl s "The newcomgreat team. " played together as a ers improved -Katie Wa/deisen, team. greatly to help win junior "It was sad because so me of the it was the last time ma tches," said the seniors wou ld Waldeisen. ever get to play toKicking off the gether," said Taylor"We didn't care year by beating Bellefonte, Penns what anyone scored." Valley, and Phillipsburg-Osceola. The girls were also able to conthe girls remained on a roll by beattinue a tradition which takes place ing each team three more times as outside golf and to get away from well as winning every tournament. the hard w ork by going to the The girls proved their dominance Grange Fair and having a team throughout the year, with Waldeisen sleepover. shooting a tournament best 80 in "We had a lot of fun and the the Bolton Invitational as well as team unity was great," said senior Moir and Taylor firing 77 respecAlexei Kissell. tively in the Coudersport invite as Combining veteran players with they tied for first. fresh-faced newcomers, State com"We did really well this year," pleted yet another successful seasaid Taylor son. Besides meeting all of their usual goals, the team was able to meet a by Jon Swart
We worked other.
well with each eisen, junior.
''
Senior Alexei Kissell begins the downward swing of her tee shot. Kissell, a newcomer, helped to propel the team to another undefeated season and a District VI championship. "[The newcomers] did really well and had a good time. People like Sarah Kunkle did really well and earned thier spots ," said Kissell photo by Mt. VIew
Taking a break before attempting her putt, senior Kim Morgan evaluates her possible shot options on the Centre Hills Country Club green. With the country club being the team's home course, the players had the ability to experiment wi th alter native shots on a regular basis. The squad used this to their advantage as it maintained an undefeated season at Centre Hills. photo by MI. View
Senior Kim Morgan follows through on her putt for par. During the season Morgan helped out the team with her consistent performances and veteran experience. Atthe Coudersport Invitational , Morgan shot a 91, as the team finished in first place. The match at Coudersport ended in a playoff between seniors Stacy Moir and Anne Taylor , with Taylor coming out on top . photo by MI. View
Freshman Hillary Ward putts from the rough in aspirations 0f shooting par at the Yorochko Invitational. The team finished in first place to gain momentum heading into the playoffs. photo by Mt. View
Junior Katie Waldeisen watches her putt during the Bolton Invitational. The team not only went undefeated but also posted strong performances in several key tournaments. photo by Mt. View
accolades State Tournament Girls'
Golf~~
l
r John Waldeisen watches his s it rolls towards the hole. Like rs Tom Cummings and Robby er, he has been a four year >erofthe team , and was able to 1p his play this season in order he void left by last year's gradu:;eniors. Said Waldeisen, "I was happy with my play this year, I 1ble to elevate my game to a wei and help the team compete )istrict VI Championship." photo
liew
was no easy task. "We had good aming off a third straight Discompetition this year, but we mantrict VI Title, the boys golf team aged to hold together in all of the •TiP-~------. entered the season with high eximportant matches," he said. pectations. Finishing its previous Last year, head coach campaign with a perfect 12-0 Katancik, now in his third year as record, the team would have to set mentor of the Little lofty goals, and shoot Lions , felt that the low, in order to obtain players under unparalleled success. Walizer did not step Led by senior cap- "I venture to say that up. This season, tain Robby Walizer, this is a senior class players such as who finished 22nd at whose legacy will be remembered for a Waldeisen, senior the PIAA State Chamlong time at State Tom Cummings, and pionships last season, High." juniors Brett Wise, and five other return- Tom Cummings, Eric Siegenthaler and ing letterwinners, the senior Dane Wilson all elgroup would not disevated their play to appoint. cont ribute to t he The team capteam's success. tured first place in the Bolton Invi"The season was a huge suctational, as well as the top spot in cess: going undefeated in the the League, Sectional and District league again, winning the Bolton VI Championships. Individually, and Sectionals, and winning DisWalizer took first place honors at tricts for a fourth straight season," Districts , and tied for first at said Cummings. "I venture to say Sectionals. He also finished first at that this is a senior class whose the Wheeling and Bolton legacy will be remembered for a lnvitationals. long time at State High." Overall the team went undeThe trio of Cummings , feated in league play winning all Waldeisen and Walizer have lost four tri-meets of the season. This just one match over their four year included wins over Bellefonte, careers; their record during that Altoona and Huntingdon. span, an incredible43-1 , with their According to senior John lone loss coming four years ago. Waldeisen, winning every match by Brian Baker
Brett Wise, a junior, awaits a lesson from head coach Tom Katancik. As the only junior in the top four members of the team, he will compete for the number one spot next season. Wise, a two-year member of the team, is expected to provide valuable leadership for next year's group of young golfers. photo by MI. View
Varsity (left to Front Row: Dane Wilson, Brett Wise, Robby Walizer, Eric Siegenthaler. Billy Rockwell, David Clinger. Second Row: Head Coach Tom Katancik, Ryan Colwell, Tim Koah, Chris Nelson, John Waldeisen. Tom Cummings.
Underclass members of the team polish their short games prior to the Bolton Invitational. In J the coming years, these players look to con· tinue the legacy that golfers before them have started. photo by Mt. View
photo by MI. View
cores jersport Invitational- 1st @Hershey Invitational- 5th Tri-meet with Mount Union and Penns Valley - 1st @Wheeling Invitational- 2nd Tri-meet with Bellfonte wood-Antis- 1st @Bolton Invitational -1st Tri-meet with Bishop Guilfoyle and Huntingdon - 1st Tri-meet with Altoona and Philipsburg-Osceola- 1st @League s Championship - 1st @District VI Championship - 1st
''
It's my senior year a ayed good golf all The seas<(l season. I got tore .._.......:~State High again going undefeated winning the Bolton (at states) and that a lot. and winning Di straight season Joh
uge success: league again, Sectionals, for a fourth isen, senior.
''
Junior Billy Rockwell stands over his putt before the Bolton Invitational. Like many juniors on the team this season, Rockwell was forced to wait his turn. Head coach Tom Katancik said of the young team , "Going into next year we have six juniors coming back; all are good golfers." photo by Mt. View
Juniors Chris Nelson and Dane Wilson inspect their clu bs before a match. "Properly cleaned clubs are key to success because if they are dirty the ball does not fly as well," said Wilson. Next season the team will look to Nelson and Wilson to fill the vacancies left by this year's seniors. photo by Mt. View
Senior Tom Cummings lines up a putt during practice. A four year member of the squad , Cummin~s has seen significant playing time since..!Jis freshman year. This season he qualified f?r the D1stnct VI championship where he contributed to the team's fourth straight first place f1n1sh . Said Cummings, "As a team we expected to win districts (this season). We have won the_last three years and anything less is a disappointment." As a team , the Little Lions captured the1r fourth straight District VI title this season. photo by Mt. View
Eyeing up a putt on the practice green, senior Tim Koah prepares for his upcoming match. As a firstyear member, Koah was able to contribute effectively to the team's success. "Making the team was something that I have been working at for a long time, and I'm happy that I was able to contribute in a positive manner," Koah said. photo by MI. View
accolades
District VI Title Robby Walizer- District VI Champion, finished twelfth @PIAA State Championships
\~
Boys' Golf 67_J
Senior Brett Phillips fights for inside position during a Little Lion corner kick. Phillips, a forward, was a serious offensive threat all season. Along with senior running mates Da vid Gray ahd Emmanuel Boneza, the trio offered one of the most potent offensive fronts in recent team history. photo by Jenny Fang
:ores
James, Brian Pierzga, Mart in Second Row: Richard Hoover, Paul Falkenstern, Mike Manahan, Kyle Rager, Bob Vruwink, Mac Pedlow Third Row: Justin T owart, Matt Cooper, Matt Rippon, Ryan Kelley, Liam McManus, Brett Phillips, David Gray, Jesse Hall, Nathan Mellott, Coach John Marsden. ,_.,. .,..., '
Sprinting down field , junior Matt Cooper prepares to take a shot on the opposing team's goal. With each game lasting ninety minutes, the strategy was to approach each game as a marathon rather than a short distance run. Cooper, along with other Little Lions , habitually rotated in and out of each game in order to preserve their energy. photo by Jenny Fang
Junior Brendyn Dornich, John Gray, Ziho Lee. Second Row: Coach Dan Orton, Sean Griffin, Upal Sarker, Chris Meder, Brent Lelko, Joe Gatano, Mark Palmer, Kevin Kim, Coach Matt Canich. Third Row: Eric Lee, Christian Bedger, Kyle Ganow, Nick Bathurst, Chris Brown, Mike Vruwink, Nate Werner.
p~ro~o~~y stlldio2
1maus 1-0 @Dubois 6-0 @Altoona 3-1 Fleetwood 0-1 Hollidaysburg 2-1 Clearfield 3- 1 @Central Dauphin 7-1 @Central Mountain 3-1 @Troy Area 0-1 Jubois 3-1 Altoona 3-1 Wilson 4-1 Middleburg 1-0 @Hollidaysburg 2-1 @Clearfield 4- 1 @Eico Invitational 1st Central Mountain 2-0 Middletown 4-0 Record: 15-2
''
This yearw ful and fu I've ever had on a team .
''
or most athletic programs venturing, Their gratification periods were short into the postseason than any and sweet because there was always a previous team had in the past 15 years sense of incompletion until they got that is a huge accomplishment. However, chance to reach the state finals. for the boys' soccer team to lose in the "The closer we came to reaching the semifinals of states, this typically nostate finals, the harder it was to envision table accomplishment was overshadlosing," said Mellott. owed by their inability State, 20-3 in the regular to persevere and make ;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;; season, annihilated their it to the state finals. district foes as they cruised " The closer we "At the beginning of to a regular undefeated discame to reaching the season the entire trict record. the state finals the team set the goal of "From the first game of harder it was to making the state finals. the season, It was clear envision losing." It was a high bar that that this team was going to -Senior Nathan we set for ourselves, make some noise," said Mellott but as the season consenior statitlcian Anthony tinued we realized how ;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;; Depellegrini. possible our goal was De spite falling at the and we began to work even harder," hands of Chartiers Valley in the state sa1d senior Nathan Mellott. semifinals, the Little Lions had the most The creed of "state finals or broke," successful season In the past 15 years. was omnipresent throughout the year, "I can expect that as the years sh1ning through in every single game. progress, we will have a better appreBe it the overtime loss to perennial state ciation of what we accomplished," said powerhou~ .e Fleetwood or the double Mellott. "Right now the loss still hurts, overtime win over Mount Lebanon in but with time it will go away." the state quarterfinals, the Little Lions The team attributes its season sucwere not satisfied. cess to the ingenious rotation of players '"Know1ng Lebanon was a powerby head coach John Marsden. house in the state, we just took on the "It seemed like Coach Marsden was mmdset that the bigger opponent the constantly substituting players, giving harder they fa ll," said senior Liam them a blow whenever they needed it," McManus "Lebo was tough but we said Depellegrini. matched up well. " by Adam Massaro de~;~per
Surveying the situation, junior Matt Rippon gazes across the pitch. The Little Lions played the majority of their home games on Welch Field and on ly dropped two regular season games on their homestead. The Little Lions played their District VI Semifinal match on Memorial Field, which is not as wide as the typical soccer field. photo by Jenny Fang
Senior Liam McManus crosses up a Fleetwood opponent in his pursuit to clear a ball. McManus, a two-year starter on the de fense , has exuded leadership qualities on and off the field , as he has both led the defense and advised the newcomers to the team . This year's defense was one of the stingest in the district as it aided junior goalkeeper Mike Manahan in recording four saves and only giving up twelve goals during the regular season. photo by Jenny Fang
Squaring off on the ball , senior Richard Hoove r prepares to propel the ball down field . Hoover, a defensemen, played a vital role in the team's defense as he made it difficult for opponents to score and acted as a catalyst for the offensive playe rs. Hoover bridged his expertise on both sides of the ball and enabled both the offense and defense to work as a team. photo by Anna Mester
Changing directions like a goldfish in a fishbowl, senior Ryan Kelley prepares to take a shot on goal. Kelley, a forward, wreaked havoc on opposing defenses throughout the year. photo by Mt. View
Senior Brett Phillips prepares to make a cross into the box. Phillips, a member of the team's powerful offense, finished the season among the team leaders in goals and assists. photo by Anna Mester
accolades
Central Penn League Championship, Disrtrict VI Championship, best finish in states since 1987
C'-..
Boys' Soccer 69
r
L.:..::::.....:~--:.:;__ _-"'-'""""''---'~:...:~_
g a Clearfield defender, selllodest readies herself to trap ring her final season, Modest 3S a team leader and was :he Central Mountain League . In the team's regular season with Westmont Hilltop, Modthe game-winner in the secne. Modest was joined on the roster by junior Janel Paffie nores Hannah Laman-Maharg Fredley. Fellow senior Leslie 3S an all-state selection. photo
the regular season at a perfect 16G ven after the team failed to 0 and cruised to a fourth consecucomplete its ultimate goal of plungtive District VI Title with a 1-0 win ing deep into the PIAA state playover rival Central Mountain. offs, senior goalkeeper Leslie Heading into the season, the Gittings was quick to label the seateam was aware it would need to son as a success. its defense to find focuson "We still accomsuccess. With the plished a lot of the loss of Susie goals that we wanted Sieminski, Andrea to," said Gittings . "We got hit Burbank and Laura "Overall this season upside the head Harvey , the squad was unbelievable. A with a sledge found itself without an lot of people declared hammer called experienced deit as the best season Butler." fense. However, the ever." -Head coach young back line perAfter falling to Kevin Morooney formed like veterans, Mount Lebanon, 1-0, as it aided Gittings in in the state recording nine shutquarterfinals last year, outs and only giving up 15 goals. the team entered the 2002 season One key to the team's success looking to avenge the season-endon the back line was the leadering loss and venture deep into the ship abilities of Gittings at goalstate playoffs. However, the squad keeper. was once again eliminated in the "During game time Leslie just quarterfinals by a 4-0 loss to Buttook control ," said Morooney. "It ler. was good for our defense, it was "We got hit upside the head good for the whole team . For some with a sledge hammer called Butof the lesser experienced teams ler," said head coach Kevin we played , I think it was a little Morooney. intimidating to see how much force The loss to Butler in the she has. There's a real presence quarterfinals was the only setback about her on the field. She's not of a season that was marked by bashful. " perfection. The squad closed out by Brandon Stiver
uirls' soccer
After stealing the ball from a Bellefonte offender, junior Janel Paffie sprints up the field, looking to make a pass. Heading into the season the team knew that defense would be a focal point for success. The defense aided senior goalkeeper Leslie Gittings in recording nine shutouts. p hoto by Jenny Fang
:ores
Varsity: First Row: Hannah Laman-Maharg , Kelly Fredley, Tasha Tirko, Jessie Westrick, Caillyn Neal, Amanda Thomas. Second Row: Janel Pattie, Tracy Fredley, Maureen Gray, Leslie Gittings, Erin Mooney, Kiersten Brezina, Mara Modest. Third Row: Avie Fitzgerald, Erin Zehngut, Amie Park, Laura Ventura, Jennifer Seitz, Courtney Grugeon, Stephanie Bond. photo by Studio Two
Junior Varsity: First Row: Emily Sylvia, Elizabeth Potalivo, Alie Griffin, Kathleen Potalivo, Sarah Parker, Jessica Kocher. Second Row: Sarah Park, Anna Sylvia, Kendra Swope, Brittan y Barbato, Kelli e O' He ron , Vineeta , Agarwala . Third Row: Alyssa Simon, Whitney Renfrew, Michelle Akritas,Kendall Whitmer, Emily Ordway. photo by Studio Two
2-1 @Central Mountain 4-1 @Upper Saint Clair 2-0 @North Allegheny 3-1 Hollidaysburg 5-0 Altoona 4-1 Bellefonte 9-1 Central Mountain 2-1 @Lewistown 5-0 Clearfield 1-0 !Simoni Hilltop 2-1 Danville 4-0 General McClane 2-1 @Erie McDowell 3-0 @DuBois 6-2 @Indian Valley 3-0 Indian Valley 10-1 Central Mountain 1-0 Clearfield 6-0 Butler 0-4 Record: 18-1 1
,,
[My Favorite rnome~t our game on ste night, Mountain] is a, ig ri game. We pu ed together.
when we won use [Central it was a tough , we worked ureen Gray, junior. , sophomore
'' Sophomore Laura Ventura pushes the ball upfield on the attack during a home game with Clearfield at Welch Field. The team won the match 1-0 on their way to a perfect regular season. In the opening round of the PIAA state playoffs the team dominated the Lady Bisons once again, winning by a score of 6-0. In the victory Ventura scored a goal and assisted on another. photo by Mt. View
Passing by a Clearfield defender, junior co-captain Avie F itzgerald streaks up the sideline. During the season Fitzgerald filled her role as co-captain, helping to take control of a powerful offense. Fitzgerald was selected as the Central Mountain League Most Valuable Player. p hoto by MI. View
Using some fancy footwork, sophomore Tracy Fredley outsmarts a Bellefonte defender during a home game on Welch Field. In only her second year on the team, Fredley emerged as a P?tent force on the offense and was selected as a member of the Central Mountain League First Team. The squad trounced the Lady Red Raiders, 9-0, as Fredley scored three goals and two assists. In the win, sophomore Laura Ventura added two goals and two assists, as seniors Stephanie Bond and Leslie Gittings and juniors Avie Fitzgerald and Jenn Seitz all found the back of the net. photo by Jenny Fang
After robbing a Bellefonte defender of possession, junior Erin Zehngut turns upfield, looking to take a shot on goal. In the opening round of the District VI playoffs, the squad's offense exploded as it dominated Indian Valley, 10-1 . Sophomore Ha nnah Laman-Maharg scored a career-high four goals and registered her first-ever hat trick in the first five minutes ofthe match. photo by J enny Fang
accolades
District VI Champions PIAA State Quarterfinalists All-State Selection: Leslie Gittings Central Mountain League Selections: MVP- Avie Fitzgerald First Team- Mara Modest, Hannah LamanMaharg, Tracy Fredley, Janel Paffie Second Team- Jenn Seitz, Maureen Gray, Laura Ventura All-Freshman Team- Amanda T homas ~
~
Girls' Socclld 71
''
ending to a
We started with a bang , senior Danielle
but ended
''
~ising above the net, selior Nicole Opatz atempts to block an >pponent's shot. Due to he loss of seniors, this •ear's team was forced to nake their own identity. We lost three starters rom last season so we vere a totally different earn. Coach Kim-Li Kimel 1lso runs things a little diferently," said Opatz. photo
·yMt. View
;J for an ace,
Abbey :er eyes up her To prepare for 3son, the team oated in a valcamp at the sity of North a. "Camp was og. We had a n times and I'll Jrget the inside said Fitzwater. Mt. View
Trying to make an assist, senior Stephanie Kramkowski sets up a spike for her teammates. Although the regular season was important for the team, Kramkowski credits much of the success to teamwork in the offseason. " Wewereable to bond together during the offseason and that paid off in the end. We've been together for a while and we all know each other," said Kramkowski. photo by Sarah Grove
I I
cores
Rising to the occasion, senior Kayla Depuy attempts to fire an overhand spike at her opponents. For much of the regular season, the team struggled against Altoona, but was able to overcome its rival during the District VI championship. "The district game was big for us against Altoona, because they beat us during the regular season. We started down 7-0 in the first match, but were able to come together to defeat them," said Depuy. photo by Mt. View
0-2, @Indian Valley - 2-0, Lewistown- 2-0, Bald Eagle- 2-0, @Central Mountain- 2-0, Huntington- 1-2, @Hollidaysburg- 2-0, @Cedar Cliff Invitational- 1st, i)Aitoona- 1-2, @Penn Trafford tournament - 3-5, Indian Valley- 2-0, @Bald Eagle - 2-0, Philipsburg-Osceola- 1-2, @District VI Championship- 1st Record: 17-6
(In
Witherite . her first year as the girl's The team earned a seed in the volleyball head coach , Kim-Li district playoffs and faced off Kimel , stepped in and got instant against Dubois in the first round . results. The team learned under After an impressive victory, the their new coach, and in concluteam went up against rival Altoona, sion, earned a 16-6 record and who they had not beaten in the their second conregular season. The secutive District VI team was triyumphant crown . "It's was amazing. in their first match, "We are all familNot only did we win only to lose in the iar with coach Kimel. districts, but we second. In the third She sets high expecbeat Altoona who and final game, the tations and goals for beat us twice Lady Little Lions were the team. Coach earlier in the year." able to overcome helped us through -senior Kay/a their rivals with a 15some tough losses Depuy 13 win and the Disand in the end we trict VI title. were able to achieve "It was amazing. Not our main goal , to win only did we win districts, but we districts," said senior Chloe Hyder. beat Altoona who beat us twice Returning lettermen for State earlier in the year," said Depuy. included seniors Hyder, Audra Unfortunately, the girls were Pazul, Dani Witherite, Stephanie not able to beat Pine-Richland in Kramkowski , Kayla Depuy, Abbey the first round of the playoffs, but Fitzwater, Nicole Opatz, and junthe future looks good for State iors Julie Kim and Ashlyn Gilligan. High volleyball. With a handful of After an early loss to Bellefonte, players returning and an imprescoach Kimel regrouped her troops, sive season by the junior varsity, and the team won five out of their District VI opponents beware, the next six games, only losing to rival Lady Little Lions will be back. Altoona. "Loosing early in the season was beneficial for us. We were able to regroup and get back on task, which ultimately helped us to get to district playoffs," said Dani
Finishing the season with a bang, the girls volleyball team storms the court after winning their second consecutive District VI championship. Although winning districts was a big accomplishment, the team's plan for the season was to improve on last year. "Our goal was just to advance to the next round and get further than last year," said senior Audra Pazul. photo by Sarah Grove
Going up for the block, senior Kayla Depuy and junior Julie Kim guard the net for their team. Following an early loss to Bellefonte, the team was able to bounce back and win three in-a-row, putting the team back on track. "We came into the game overconfident. We thought it was going to be a walk in the park, but we learned a lot from our mistakes," said Kim. photo by MI. View
by_Gabe Norwood and Eric Schoonmaker
Varsity: First Row: Chloe Hyder, Audra Pazul. Second Row: Julie Kim, Stephanie Kramkowski, Abbey Fitzw ater, Ash lyn Gilligan.Third Row: Rachel Eastwood, Danielle Witherite, Nicole Opatz, Kayla Depuy, Erin Marynak photo by MI. View
Junior Varsity: Front Row: Jaime . Second Row: Therese Jones, Sam Atkinson, Julia Popovich, Courtney Stachowski , Lucy Terza, Eden Gilligan. Third Row: Maeve Scanlon, Sarah Grove, Kelsey Ream, Danielle Opatz, Megan Rossman.
p hoto by MI. View
accolades - Nicole Opatz I v
'
Being a honor. in the ....'-!~~~~
'Playing qua son was I year belt.
r, senior.
, JUnior
toothall Senior offensive lineman David Cox jumps out of the way of a teammate. With the combination of his size and strength. as well as his veteran experience, Cox established himself as one of the team's better lineman. During the season, the offensive line protected junior quarterback Kevin Suhey and opened up lanes for senior Curt Varner and junior Scott Koch. photo by Mt. View
:h Dave Lintal ~n upcoming ior Nic Yocum. â&#x20AC;˘e changed offense; (we) pretty complex y are going to :ime to perfect. ~ling we will do the district, we :o be patient," coach Dave g a preseason [l is wo rds ~as once the ettled-in, the six of its final 1es to finish 6-
Brent Sandmeyer-
Senior running back Curt Varner stretches for extra yardage as he is tackled by an Altoona linebacker. While he split time at running back with junior Scott Koch, Varner carried the brute of the work for the team. The combination of Varne r's power and Koch's speed made for the right mix of skills out of the potent Little Lion backfield. photo by Mt. View
~ores
l
aming off a season in which it season to return to playoff contention. T his five-game stint included reached the District VI ClassAAAA wins over Erie McDowell, 10-7, semifinals, the football team entered the 2002 season with high and Central Mountain, 29-0. One of the biggest wins was a road expectations. However, after an game at Erie Cathedral Prep, al0-3 start that included losses to ways a tough game. The squad state-ranked Bishop McDevitt and walked away with Central Dauphin and a 14-0 victory that nemesis Altoona, the propelled the "The team definitely team's goals seemed team to close the deserved to make the to be fading away. season out with a playoffs and we were "We knew we 35 -1 9 romp of really upset about not could do better; our next game was making it. Playing like we s ta te- ra nked were, we knew we could Williamsport and against DuBois, so we took that as a go pretty far.. .if we got the spoil the Millionai res' playoff chance." game to just get out hopes. -Senior Will Conner all the frustration ," The win, the sixth said senior safety in seven games, Will Conner. gave ita final record of6-4, and the That game would get the team possibility of a playoff birth. Unforback on track, with the Little Lions tunately, the team was not reearning their first victory with a 4912 win. Unfortunately, the next warded for their strong finish as a result of the new point-based playweek's opponent was state-ranked off system being used for the first Downington. The devastating loss year. all but eliminated the team from "The team definitely deserved playoff contention. Things looked to make the playoffs and we were dim, and with upcoming games really upset about not making it. against Erie McDowe ll a nd Playing like we were, we knew we Williamsport, the season appeared could go pretty far into the tournatarnished. To get the team back to ment if we got the chance," said their winning ways, something big Conner. would need to happen. by Ryan Colwell The Little Lions proceeded to win the next five games of the
Mickey ng, a junior, brings down a Bishop McDevitt runner. Rehring, who began the season at linebacker, later shifted to the defensive line where he was able to step up his play. photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
as nior Noah Harmon's kick sails through the uprights. During the squad's showdown with Erie McDowell, Harmon kicked the field goal which gave the Little Lions the 10-7 Win. photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
1vitt 7-24 @Central Dauphin 19-45 Altoona 7-24 @DuBois 49-12 @Downingtown 24-7 @Hollidaysburg 32-21 Erie McDowell 10-7 Central Mountain 29-0 @Erie Prep 14-0 Williamsport 35-19 Record : 6-4
Prior to the Bishop McDevitt home game, the varsity team runs onto Memorial Field. Senior leadership proved to be the glue that held the team together during their difficult start. "After our poor start, we knew we could do better; we were really looking forward to our upcoming games as a way to get some of the early frustrations out," said senior safety Will Conner. This positive outlook on a disappointing start led to a late season turnaround.
Senior wide receiver Natha n Campolongo goes in motion prior to a play. This season the team had to get used to coach Nick Gasparato, who was the new receivers coach.ln addition, the players needed to learn a complex new system on offense, which caused some problems early on that were later corrected when teh system was simplified. photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
, a sen or, looks to for the play to be signaled. While solid on defense, Stupar made the most impact on offense as a tight end, leading the team in receptions. Stupar was selected to the Big
lo~:~~::;
ing against Bishop McDevitt. Suhey took a at the beginning ofthe season, but displayed talent and skill in the final half of the season as he led the team to 6-4
accolades Football 75
''
hwasagreat season and yder, senior
Towards the son we
e seagreat
''
:en ior linebacker Nic 路ocum prepares for an pcoming play. At his poition a s linebacker, 路ocum helped a defense thich struggled at first but nished the seaso n trong . Yocum also layed a part in the ofmse; a!fullback he made ey blocks to open up lnes for senior Curt 路arner and junior Scott :och . photo by Brent andmeyer-Swails
en ior Marc 1ing back Curt .o a senior, hole upfield. time in the h junior Scott !r possessed )reak through ! Koch was orspeed.The tal part of the season sueto 1ils
by
Brent
Junior quarterback Kevin Suhey and members of the offensive line get into position for the upcoming play. After splitting time at quarterback last season, Suhey found himself thrown into the spotlight as the starting quarterback. He was forced to face some heat early on, but he eventually settled into his groove and was able to lead the team to a strong finish, winning six of its final seven games. photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
Senior Jamel Felder eludes a Bishop McDevitt tackler. Felder had few carries this season, but shined on every chance he got to touch the ball. As a starter on defense at defensive end, Felder led the defense through a tough schedule. His size anCl speed allowed him to wreak havoc in the opponent's backfield; and he finished the season tied in sacks with fellow senior Jon Stupar. photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
Felder, Jarrod Rider, Nick Stoicheff, Kieran Kempton, tan Mclaren, Curtis Varner. Second Row: Drew Fiorante. Jon Wolin, Nic Yocum, Andrew Lowry, Nate Campolongo, Trevor Smllh, Dustin Musser, Ruy Tiapula de Alancar. Third Row: Dan May, Malt Moore, Jon Swart, Tom Kearney, Seth Snyder, Marc Decker, Blake Defturi, David Cox. Fourth Row: Nick Stumpf, Marcus Carter, Rick King, Jon Stupar, Clark Layton, Mall Sheller. photo Studio 2
Backs: First Row: Jason Ganter, Aaron Myers, Richard Ciambolli, Ross Baker, Matt Homan, Nick Stoicheff, Kieran Kempton, Kevin Suhey, tan Mclaren, Curtis Varner. Seond Row: Coach Mike Snyder. Drew Fioranle, Ben Babb, Nate Campolongo, Christian Johns, Malt Spearly, Jord an Norwood, Rich Scali, Trevor Smith. ian Stringer, Jajuan Golden, Greg Gasparato. Third Row: David Adewumi, Nick Day, Eric Smith, Rob Aibro, Mike Cicipio, Jeremy Sanchez, Greg Smith. Marcus Carter, David Hutchinson, Ryan Griffin , Pal Campolongo. photo Studio 2
punters: 1 Suhey, Noah Harmon, Jay Harding,Brady Hart, Daniel La Brecque. Second Row: John Gray, Jon Swart, Jimmy Saona, Andrew LeClair, Chris Ondo, Coach Mike Snyder. Third Row: Nate Campolongo, Jason Ganter, Jon Stupar, Nat Chyle, Colin McDonough, Doug Manning. photo Studio 2
Seniors Jamel and Jon Stupar review an upcoming play on the sidelines. With their veteran experience and their skills, Felder and Stupar helped to anchor a strong defense this season. One of the team's best defensive showings came on the road at Erie Cathedral P.rep. The defense allowed no points and Yielded few yards. photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
Marc Decker, a senior linebacker, runs back an interception against Bishop McDevitt. After yielding over 100 points in the first four games, the defense regrouped and played tough in the final half of the season. "We didn't give up on anything, we kept going and ended on a strong note," said senior lineman Matt Moore. photo by Brent Sandmeyer路
Golden, David Hart, Brady Hart. Second Row: ian Brodie, Jake Thompson,Adam Gearhart, Dan Bruno, Chris DiEugenio, Ruy Tiapula de Alancar, Coach Dave Lintal. Third Row: Dan Baldner,Marc Decker,Selh Brumbaugh, Mickey Rehring,Ciark Layton, John Gray, Matt Sheller. photo Studio 2
Varner, Nic Yocum, Cory Tilghman, Rich Scali. Second Row: David Hart, Jajuan Golden, Greg Gasparato, Jeremy Sanchez, Rick Anders. Third Row: Clark Layton, Malt Spearly, Jake Thompson, Jared Ross, Coach Mark Baney. photo Studio 2
Bruno, Brady Hart. Second Row: Ross Baker, Andrew LeClair, Kevin Suhey, Coach Chris Weakland. photo Studio 2
Amid the roar of the students, the varsity team enters the gymnasium at the fall sports pep rally. Said senior safety Will Conner, "Going into the season, we definitely thought we would do a whole lot better. The last five games were what we thought the whole season would be like." photo by Lauren Guzik
SWails
Football ~
---
I
)ehind the three-point-line , >helby Nelson eyes a shot at in a clash with rival Altoona Team unity was a strong point 's season, as a large majority rs have played together since l. "We enjoyed ourselves even 1ad a rough year. Our coaches be around," said Nelson. photo
meyer-Swails
players from last year's team , the s the freshmen try to adjust to the Maroon Team completed the seanew school, many spent the extra son with a 9-5 record. The team, lime in the fall months playing sports. comprised mostly of Mount Niltany Whether it was football or girls basMiddle School graduates, was led ketball, Slate High had developed a by freshmen Amanda program to prepare its Hart, Alii Mock, and athletes for the presAmanda Clouse. "Our coaches have sures of junior varsity "With the absence of a been a tremendous and varsity sports. few players to the jun9th Grade Foothelp, but our players ior varsity team, we had believe we can beat ball: The ninth grade football team domi- any other team in the to pull up a lot of younger players and we nated its opponents state." did well with what we - 9th Grade Football this season, compiling had," said Hart. Head Coach Doug a 7-0-1 record en route 9th Grade Gray Girls' Arnold to a Mountain ConferBasketball: It was a ence League Champitough year for the Gray onship. Head coach Team , which ended the season with Doug Arnold built a solid program a 2-12 record . Although the team did with a 23-1-1 record over the last not find much success, the Lady three years. Little Lions still enjoyed the learning "We have built a good program. experience. Our coaches have been a tremen"It was fun even though we didn't dous help, but our players believe have a great season," said freshwe can beat any other team in the man Courtyln Roser-Jones. state," said Arnold. Roser-Jones and fellow freshThe team was led by the running man Melissa Ghaner emerged as and receiving of freshman Justin the team leaders during the season. Masorti, who averaged 7.93 yards Freshman Shelby Nelson played a per carry and scored five rushing considerable role as well, finding touchdowns during the season. playing time in almost every game. 9th Grade Maroon Girls' Basby Curtis Fenton ketball: With the return of three
9th grade fall
9th Grade Football (left to right): Front row: Alex Snyder, Dave Devan , JeremyGarnelt. Kurt Collins, Brennan Holderman, Greg Kight, Pierre LeClair, George Georgiad is, MaltAvedesian.
Mark Moore, Alex Fletcher, Adam Pursell. Shawn Frank. Nick Yourchak, Jess Montier.
Kylie Fenush, Alii Mock, Amanda Brewer. Back: 路Teeters, Hannah Righter, Amanda Hart, Emily , Amanda Clouse. photo by MI. View
9th Grade Gray (left to Melanie Lynch, Melissa Ghaner, Shelby Nelson, Jessica Kauffman, Christen Czuprynski, Courtlyn Roser-Janes, Caitlin Burke, Coach Scott DeShong. photo by MI. View
Second Row: Travis Guthrie , Chris Moyer, Mike Bamat, Eddy Sommer, Jordan Francisco. C~ris Hartman, Chris Young, J.P Peno, Brent Gibboney, Andrew DiEugenio, Alex Roth, Mtke Fenton, T im Shannon, Kyle Fantaskey, Ken Cherry. Third Row: Manager Usa Barron, logan Henry, Will Farnsworth, Cory Eck, Eric Johnson , Jeff Kellar, Collin Wagner, Kevin Scholly, Austin Homan, Joe Reese, Zach Harbaugh, Trevor Shipley, Jesse Byers, Mack Mixon, Garrett Eisenhour. Fourth Row: Ma lt Kenney, Chris Wag ne r, Will West, Mike Roy, Evan Resse, Philip Curtis, Matt Groves , Jordan Thompson, Darryl Carter, Dan Satalia, Joey Beaudin, Ada m Jackson. Back Row: Head coach Doug Arnold, AJ Kondash, Josh Eden, Jordan Adams, Sean Branigan, Leland Curtis. Justin Plessinger, Igor Zhdanov, Miles Scott. Ben Ganter, Sheldon Eckrote. Adam Bonsell, Cody Goss. Sixth Row: Coach Kopp, coach Kurt Hausha!ler, Chris Sa bo, Joel Walte rs, Ke ith Nieves, Conor Hall , Ben Woodward, Tommy Jiang, Robbie Weaver, David Wells, Justin Masorti, Bill Ryan, Justin Glantz, lance Babb. photo by Mr. View
cords Ninth Grade Football: 7-0-1 , Ninth Grade Maroon Girls Basketball: 9-5, Ninth Grade Gray Basketball: 2-12
''
This team we really letes and -Ben .,_.,,....,.,,.,,
I had a lot of'\, l this season. I learned a lot that will help me in the ... ~ future. -Melissa fiHaner, freshman
'' Freshman Courtlyn Roser-Janes goes up for a layup. Roser-Janes was one of several players on both ninth grade girls' teams who have played organized basketball with each other since seventh grade. "The season was a lot of fun. Our coaches were a joy to be around and it was a great experience," said Roser-Janes, who was also a manager of the girls' varsity basketball team. photo by Mt. View
After catching a screen pass , fres hman Justin Masorti looks for open space in a game against Hollidaysburg. State went on to win the game, 2614, as Masorti finished with two catches for 44 yards and two touchdowns. Along with being a potent force on offense, he was also second on the team with 31 tackles. photo by Jenny Fang
quarterback Austin Homan attempts to elude an Indian Valley linebacker. Homan was part of a three quarterback rotation, which also included freshmen Kevin Scholly and Alex Snyder. "I just knew to walt for my chance and when it came, 1 needed to show my best stuff," ~oman said During the season Homan threw for 87 yards, one touchdown and two Interceptions. He also had one touchdown run for the season. However, Homan suffered a broken nose. diminishing his playing time. photo by Mt. View
With freshman Ale x Snyder holding, freshman kicker Mack Mixon goes through the ball on an extra point attempt in a game against Ind ian Valley . Mixon played both on special teams as a punter and kicker and on offense as a wide receiver. He proved to be a solid all-around kicker, as he booted two field goals of 40 yards or more. Mixon also led the team in touchbacks with four on the season. photo by MI. View
accolades
Ninth Grade Football: Mountain Conference League Champions Ninth Grade
Fall ~.._:)
''
~
We learned ma~ ~hings that will prepare us fo~~xtyear's season . ~ -MattAved;s~ freshman )
I thought we had great season and everyone aa~tt,Jttln ir all so we ended up with -Alex . '"....~~.~-...,, cord. freshman ' '
Ei ghth-grader N ath an Stupar applies defensive pressure in a game with Bishop Guilfoyle. Stupar, brother of senior varsity basketball team member Jon, was one of the few players called up from the middle school system . Although not common, two current varsity players played ninth grade basketball while enrolled in eighth grade: junior Willie Morse and freshman Eric Meister. photo by Courtney Grugeon
up hi s dribble, Kevin Scholly 1ake a pass in a against burg. Scholly, a of the Maroon 路oved to be the 1ost consistent ring the season. r great team from ning and fulfilled Jectations," said photo by Rebecca
Rudy Burr uss, head coach of the ninth grade maroon boys' basketball team, spins the ball on the tip of his finger. Along with hi s coaching duties, Burruss served as a paraprofessional for the Special Education students in the South B uilding . Burruss led the Maroon Team to a 13-3 record that included a win over South Building rival, the Gray Team. photo by Helen Fong
e
Working his crossover, freshman Miles Scott drives towards the hoop in a game against Bishop Guilfoyle. Scott, a two-sport athlete, plays for the Gray Team and also was a running back for the ninth grade football team. "We had a lot of fun this year. Coach [DeShong] was always giving us encouragement even though we had a roug h season," said Scott. photo by courtney Grugeon
tcords Ninth Grade Maroon Boys' Basketball: 13-3, Ninth Grade Gray Boys' Basketball: 2-14, JV Wrestling: 9-8
e lar opposites. That was the freshman Patrick McKinney assuming the position. story of the two ninth grade boys Burruss continued to build the basketball teams . For the maroon already strong program, as he comteam, under the guidance of head piled a record of 23-8 over the last coach Rudy Burruss, it was yet two years. Burruss, a former Harlem another successful season. It finGlobetrotter, is also a counselor at ished its season with a record of the Drew Frank Basket13-3, including a victory ball Camp, held over the over South Building rival, the gray team. summer. "We had a real solid With the absence of "We had a real solid year. It was great to freshman Ben Ganter, year. It was great to play play around a bunch who was sidelined with a around a bunch of kids of kids who love the shoulder injury, the who love the game of basketball," said freshgame of basketball." squad looked to fill the man Matt Kenney. -freshman Matt void. However, at the Kenney "It was tough to replace someone like Ben other end of the spec[Ganter]. He is such a trum sat the gray team. good player and has nice It struggled through the size for a ninth grader," head coach year, ending with a record of 2-14. Scott DeShong said. "It was a weird experience. We DeShong, a first year head all had fun, but just couldn't get it coach, was impressed with the way together," freshman Bryan Ohs his team still played with effort, said. although they were not winning There was a variety of talent, games. For the team itself, they but both teams suffered setbacks were led by freshman guard Miles due to the amount of freshman who Scott. The team seemed to feel the played for either the varsity or juneffects of playing teams to the very ior varsity teams. The maroon team end and not pulling out a win. was paced by Kenney and freshAs for the future of boys basketman Kevin Scholly. Along with basketball , the two played together on ball at State High, these players are molding a winning program for the ninth grade football team . The years to come. squad also found success in the by Curtis Fenton post, with six-foot-three center
9th Grade Maroon (left to right): Front Row: Chris Wagner, Darryl Carter, Taylor Stringer, Lance Babb, Collin Wagner. Second Row: Manager Iiana Black, manager Courtney Black, manager Cierra Lyons, Upal Sarker, Kevin Scholly, Pat McKinney, Mike Roy, Matt Kenney, manager Jalelah Ahmed . Back Row: Coach Thomas Jeffries, head coach Rudy Burruss. photo by Mt.
9th Grade Gray (left to right): Front Row: Mike Pierce, Jason Vonada, Miles Scott, Wilton Garcia, Bryan Ohs. Back Row: Manager Shelby Ne lson, manger Melissa Ghaner, Matt Avedesian, Nate Stupar, Ben Ganter, David Hawbaker, Aireon Jefferson, manager Jessica Kauffman , head coach Scott DeShong. photo by
Listening intently, the ninth grade gray basketball team receives instruction from head coach Scott DeShong. DeShong, who was also an assistant on the ninth grade girls' basketball team, was in his first year coaching the freshmen. The team struggled, but learned a lot of essential things to help them succeed in the junior varisty and varsity ranks . photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
9th Grade Wrestling (left to right): Front Row: Chris Young, Alex Snyder, Alex Fletcher, Adam Pursell, Tommy Stumpf. Back Row: Chad Hacker, Brian O'Weil, Justin Masorti, Justin Glantz, Garrett Eisenhour, Conor Hall. photo by Mt. View
Mt. View
View
Ninth Grade Winter
'at)
-
''
fun to , freshman
''
in Senior Gannon Nordberg clears the bar while competing in the State College Invitational, an early season meet. The invite was a stepping stone for the boys' squad as four players captured seven records in their respective events. Nordberg led the boys' pole vaulting squad and fared well during the season by taking a top spot in most competitions. photo by Eric Schoonmaker
g over the hurdle, more Maeve n remains focused stride. With limited to choose from in 路 track , hurdles I time and time to be one of the popula r events . 1door track events pole vaulting, shot th jump, long jump 路ious long distance g competitions. Eric Schoonmaker
Sophomore Katie Gallagher keeps pace as she enters the final lap of the race. Gallagher was part of a large crop of underclassmen who participated in cross-country in the fall , indoor track in the winter, and outdoor track in the spring. Gallagher proved that she could handle being a three-sport star as she was regularly a top contender in her respective events. photo by
Nordberg, who, with his perforIA.,asing records was the theme mances, proved to be a key to the Yr';his year's team, as more than team's success this season. half of its members came close to, Senior Tanner Evak took a little tied , or broke records in their rewhile to find his groove and put his spective events. "We had a great team this year," name in the record books. Tieing for eighth, Evak jumped six feet said girls' head coach Phil Klaus. four Inches in the The boys' squad high jump, to took to the winning claim an award at ways early and never the Lebanon Valrelinquished their " We had key seniors ley Invitational. hold. Putting their that really helped The girls went names into the hisbring the younger kids step for step with tory books, four stualong. We had a great the boys as they dents captured team this year." met records of seven school records -Coach Phil Klaus their own. A midat the State College season meet at Invitational, the secLehigh proved to ond meetoftheyear. be the strong point Sophomore David Adewumi made a major statement for the girls with almost every member experiencing a personal best by setting three sophomore in her respective event. Senior Amrecords, while senior Vinnie Hood captured a piece of history by set- ber Strouse was a key member of the squad as she was able to qualify ting the all-time 400 meter record for the state competition in the and the senior record in the 200 high jump. Senior Kelly Chadwick meter. Taking a first place finish, junior Mickey Rehring put his name was able to make the headlines at Lehigh by qualifying for states in in the books as he tied for twelfth on the all-time list. Senior Nate the one mile competition. Several Campolongo made his presence relay teams qualified for the state competition. felt by taking the senior record in "We had key seniors that really the 200 meter dash helped bring the younger kids "We focused on our goals and along," said Klaus. did really well in the meets," said by Jon Swart senior pole vaulter Gannon
Eric Schoonmaker
18
;cores
Senior Trevor Smith leaps over the hurdle during the intermediate hurdle competition of the Shippensburg Invitational. Smith participated in both the 100 and 200 hurdles during the season. photo by
Looking ahead to the next hurdle, senior Emmanuel Boneza makes sure to steer clear of knocking down the current hurdle. During the season Boneza clinched the senior record in the 60m high hurdles.
Anna Mester
photo by Anna Mester
ckinson Invitational, State College Invitational, @Lebanon Valley Invitational, @Slippery Rock University Invitational, @Susquehanna University Invitational, rts @Kutztown Open, @Penn State Invitational, @PTFCA Meet. *all meets are unscored*
Sophomore Owen Smith extends his leg over the hurdle and continues to push himself during his 200 meter race. Smith participated in both indoor and outdoor track and was a key underclassman to this year's team. Owen's older brother, Trevor, was also a top competitor in his respective hurdle events. photo by Eric Sc/JOonmaker
Cooling down after the one mile event, senior Kelly Chadwick jogs gingerly. Chadwick, a four-year member of the team, had the most postseason experience on the squad and was able to qualify for the state competi ti o n. Chadwick was also a member of several relay teams that fared well during the season. photo by Eric Schoonmaker
Boy.s' Varsity (left to right): Front row: Colton Clymlre, Brandon Eck, Chris Brown, David Adewuml, lan Mclaren, Owen Smith. Second Row: Vinny Hood, Corey
Rodgers, William Gwynn, Mickey Rehring, Gannon Nordberg, leland Curtis. Third Row: Raymond Petersen, Wes Scala, Trevor Smith, Tanner Evak, Nathan Campotongo, Malt Groves, Philip Curtis. Back Row: Jared Williams, P eter Butz, John Orland, Evan Rowtand, Shawn Henderson, T .J Rodgers, Peter Crowe, Ben Siegel. pholo by Aft. View
D~id .Adewumi - 3 sophomore records , elg th
In
Glrls'Varsity(left toright): F10ntRow: Sarah Wise, Emma Klinefelter, Jean Kim, Kirstin
Tawse, Amber Strouse, Jamie Johns. Erinn Lalla, Katie Gallagher, Maeve Scanlon.
accolades
Second Row: Liz Elliott, Kiersten Brezina, Sam Atkinson, Ashley Hrivnak, Bindu Pisupatl, Angeline HOlne r, Amanda Ogden, Becky G reenwald, Katie Kisenwether. Back Row: Jessie Henry, Jess Lang , Kendra Swope, Mat1ee Gallagher, Chelsae Mehalick, Jantce Lin, Stephanie Pandolph, Caitlin Thomas, Malea Hetrtck, Nadia Mohammed. photo by Att v;-.
Mickey Rehring - twelfth on all-time list for the shot put, Nate Campolongo - senior record for 200 meter dash, Tanner Evak all-t1me high jump, Amber Strouse - state competition for high J路ump, Kelly Chadwick- state competition for one mile. \~ Indoor Track 83_ \
Striding to get into position, senior Tim Clymer prepares to square up against his man during the all-star game. Clymer, a two-year member of Jukebox Heroes, combined his speed and versa tility to become a threat from not on ly inside the paint, but also on the perimeter. This year Jukebox Heroes changed their name to Middle Class White Guys. photo by Anna
Junior Mickey Rehring fights off opponents in the low key, to secure the rebound. Rehring, a member of X-Men in the Alpha division, participated in the highly coveted match-up of the Alpha and Beta All-Star's. Due to the overwhelming popularity in IMBA, two separate All-Star games were held, with Beta being the victor in both. photo by Alex Rodgers
Mester
!jh«lftreM --------~~----------,
North Building Playoffs: Firsl Row: David Kauffman , Dan Jones, Mall Young, Andrew Grim, Zev Conlis, David Hutchinson, Dane Wilson. Second Row:
1ams
Tom Cummings, Ryan Colwell, Brell Phillips. Tim Koah. Marcus Bowen, Brian Baker. Third Row: Sean love, Eric Brouse, Curtis McCiusick, Matt Aggon, Paul Dunklebarger, Ryan Boonie. Fourth Row: John W ald eisen, Shaun Greenland, Kyle Wright. photo by
Brent Sllndmoyllr-Sw•H•
Players in the South Building IMBA league square off during a game. The South Building league was created after an overload of teams singed up for the league reserved for the North Building. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
ivision: Air Force One, Bob Sagets, Bourgeoisie, CHT, Crime Dawgs, Da Hozers, Drummonds, Fatal Attraction, Filth, Hoodrich, Jamokas, Lucky Charms. Pussycats, Straight Clownin', Superstars, Tappa, Team Warrior, Three Point One, Uber Slayers, WHP, X-Men.
:s
,,
sa!l~m
we had some but our perforat we can run
We made look to co year when
run this year and our success next iors. Matt Aggon, junior
ht, senior
-
regular season, each game was a do or die situation. The level of competition ran high, with many teams occurred on the hallowed grounds competing for the championship of the IMBA courts. With an overc rown. With only eight games in a flow of teams in the already season, each contest was that much crowded league, sche dulin g more important. Multiple losses looked d1m for leagu e com mis- ;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;; eliminated many teams from post-season play. sioner Mr Joe "/liked those comeThose teams that kept Boris A change from-behind games their losses to a minineeded to be made that are close to the mum were given the opand after much deportunity to compete for very end. I think the liberati on Boris a one through four seed, AFD-SC Finest game made his decision: in each division in the North and South was the best." IMBA. -/MBA Commissioner championship bracket. This season, the four Freshmen and Joe Boris A lp ha teams who sophomores were earned this opportunity part of the newly were Air Force One, founded South IMBA, headed by Hoodrich, Crime Dawgs, and Team former South Building IMBA coorWarrior. They squared off against dinator Dr Tom Arnold. This prosimilarly seeded teams in the Beta vided South Building students, who division, which included AFD, Ruff under the new breakdown could Ryders, America's Most Wanted, not play on Junior or Senior teams, and Spork Ill. For the teams that the opportunity to compete in were not as successful, there was a IMBA. The league, broken into two consolation tournament known as divisions of eight teams each, the Intramural Invitational Tournaplayed 1t:. games on Saturdays ment, or IMIT. The championship and Sundays. was determined in March, with the Its parent version, North IMBA, winning team earning the right to consisted of two divisions, Alpha call themselves IMBA champions, a and Beta, each containing twentycoveted title amongst all the league's one teams. With each team playmembers. ing only eight games during their by Ryan Colwell and Brian Baker
U
he new school year brought
~out many changes, one of which
''
Posting up against junior Brian Cox, a Beta foe, junior Sean Love prepares to go in for the score. Love, a two-year member of the Crime Dawgs, aided in the team's success the past two years by completing accurate passes and playing a smothering defense. During the season, the Crime Dawgs proved to be a top competitor in the Alpha Division. photobyAnna Mester
Setting the offense, senior Jamel Felder begins his trek to the basket. Felder, a member of Ruff Ryders, was a large contributor to the team's success this year. During the season, teams found every game to be a do-ordie situation because of the number of teams in each division. A second loss would put teams in jeopardy of not securing a top four seed in the playoffs. Teams that did not secu re a seed could play in the consolation tournament. photo by Anna Mester Senior Leslie Gittings prepares to release a finger roll layup against her opponent. Gittings was one of the few females to be named to the All-Star team this year. During the regular season Gittings played on Futbol, a team that was compiled of members of the girls' soccer team. Other members of the team included seniors Ma ra Modest and Stephanie Bond , and junior Laura Ventura. photo by Anna Mester
Taking a shot from the charity stripe senior Evan Chen centers his releas~ ~ef?re the shot. Chen was a member of he Inaugural Hood rich team. photo by Anna
M ester
SC's Finest,
Junior Andrew Grim rips off a shot from three-point land in a regular season game. Grim, a first-year member of A.F.D, helped to elevate his team to the playoffs for the first time. photo by Anna Mester
the teams Spork Ill, Storm, Team Random , Wegola. IMBA
~\
Senior co-captain David Gibbons starts his recovery during the 100 yard butterfly. Gibbons emerged as one ofthe team's dominant forces in a relatively short period of time, receiving his first varsity letter his junior year. "With the loss of two consecutive impact senior classes, we had a void to fill. David knew this and responded tremendously," said head coach Pete Moyer. photo by Brent Sandmeyer-
Slicing through the water, senior co-captain Mike Brown lengthens his lead in the 200 freestyle . In his four years, Brown garnered four varsity letters primarily for his prowess in the freestyle. However, Brown's strength proved to be his versatility as he switched from a distance to sprint freestyler and now owns school records in three separate events. photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
swails
in their wake
â&#x20AC;˘'
~ores
Varsity Swimming First Row Alec Chase, Jonathan Cochrane, Dominic Romanini, Danny Prince. Second Row Neil Yarnal, Josh Durkin, Chris Keister, Steven Bini, Alan Erdley, Alex Raup. Third Row Seth Senior, Tyler Godwin, David Gibbons, Mike Brown, Mike
Varsity Diving Parker Noonan, A.J. Kondash , Sean Griffin and Marshall Anderson. photo by Nittany Memories
Warren, John Mrugala. photo by Nittany Memories
liege Quad 2nd @Parkland Invite @Carlisle 104.5-76.5 Hollidaysburg 104-54 Williamsport 110-71 SC Invite 1st Central Mountain 115-37 @Chambersburg 10760 Altoona 101-73 @Dubois 140-45 Dallastown 216-98 Wyoming Valley West 138-45
,,
Blondes
'' Performing his "Mexican Sombrero Fiesta Extraordanaire Pre-Meet Warm-up Dance" prior to one of the team's many home meets, senior David Gibbons pumps up his fellow teammates. Gibbons' dance, as well as the use of a cowbell , joined the list o f many State College swimming traditions including the shower cheer, pasta parties and winning the district championship.
0
The season's theme was set he one State High dynasty, a early and would continue throughperenm Jl power year after year, is out the regular season, with the Little Head Coach Pete Moyer's team. Lions posting a perfect record. Twenty erght district championOut of the water the traditions ships in 28 consecutive years were continuing as well. "I never proves thr!" However, entering the realized how close this team was season, the team had reason for when my older brother concern was on it -- I had to join "We lost a very it myself to appreciate stron g en ior "Swimming is such an class, not just in individual sport, it can get the camaraderie. Not number , but in stressful with all the work just on the guys' team but between both girls' talent ," sa id and pressure. So it's and guys' teams as Moyer imperative we create a well," said sophomore Returnmg was strong team to keep it Steven Bini. an unusua lly fun." "Swimming is such small sE:mor class -Senior David Gibbons an individual sport, it of two · • •rmmers can get stressful with on a tear n domiall the work and presnated by under· sure. So it's imperative we create a classmcn With a team so young, strong team to keep it fun," said it was rmport, rnt that we showed senior captain David Gibbons. strong leader hrp so the underThe team capped off its perfect classmen could get into the rou11-0 season by qualifying seven tine fast, sard senior co-captain swimmers for states. At the meet, Mike Brown Keister led the charge, setting the It didn't take long for the underschool record in the 100 breast with classmer to lay the doubts to rest. a fourth place showing. Keister was At the Sl< te College Quad, underjoined by Brown, Gibbons, junior classmer. shine.d on route to a second pi ~ hawing. Tyl er Godwin, sophomore Alan Erdley, senior Parker Noonan, and Sop homore Ch ris Keister Bini for a fourteenth place overall turned rn te m lead ing performances 11 1 thr 200 I.M. (2:03.86) team score. and the 100br 1ststroke (1:01 .86). by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
Sophomore Chris Keister, aka Ghetto, completes the final leg of his bread and butter event, the 100 yard breast stroke. At PIAA States, Keister placed ninth in the 200 Individual Medley while breaking through the mythical two minute barrier. He also captured fourth in the 100 breaststroke with his best time and a school record. "I was so psyched when I finished my race, looked up at the scoreboard and saw I had a 59 .1 5," said Ke i s ter . photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
Juni or Ty ler Godwin shows his versatility by swimmi n g backstroke. Godwin dominated sprint free and butterfly events, but could be counted on for a quick substitute in the other events. Godwin placed 15th at States. It was great to go to States,· said Godwin. "I had a j olly ol ' tim e. " photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
Reaching the flags, sophomore Alan Erdley completes the first leg of the 200 I.M. Erdley proved to be instrumental in the continued success o f the team as a member of the "A" re 1a ys. photo by Brent s80d meyer-Swails
Before the State College Invitational, coach Pete Moyer gives the team his legendary words of advice: "Have fun, swim fast, and kick ... " photo by Brent
accolades
Sandmeyer-Swails
District VI Team
4th Overall ~
Boys' Swimming & Diving 87
~ nother swimming season gone, yla Fisher talks with Assistant dd Roth after one of her races. stressed the importance of . talking to them after each race . l coaches after races is importse you can learn what you are ng and you can't improve withnput," said Fisher. photo by Alex
Godlesky took thirteenth in diving. The next day, the medley relay another district banner won for head tearn placed first at prelims and coach Pete Moyer's Lady Lion finished second overall. Crispell swimming and diving team, who have won Districts since 1981. won the 200 freestyle by over a "I am so happy to be a part of a body length and Uhlig snagged a team that is assumed third in the 200 I.M, as junior Ali Howell to win Districts every placed twelfth. A fifth year," said assistant coach Todd Roth . place in the 200 free At their annual "... a team assumed relaywasalsoposted. The following day, Quad Meet, the girls to win Districts Crispell placed third in placed second to every year." the 100 freestyle, junEmmaus while the ior Conner Edelbrock 400 yard freestyle -Coach Todd Roth took eleventh in the relay team of juniors Lori Leitzinger , 500 freestyle and Myers, Uhlig and Michelle Uhlig and Leitzinger placed fifth, Molly Crispell and freshman Michelle Myers tied sixth and eighth, respectively, in the 100 backstroke. Emmaus and broke the pool record . The most thrilling win came in Next, the team made a trip to the 400 freestyle relay of Uhlig, Parkland, capturing first in the 200 medley relay. Myers, Edelbrock and Crispell, who Utilizing a home pool advanfinished with a school record and tage , the team se nt Carlisle , State Title. When the water cleared, Hollidaysburg and Williamsport the team had the runner-up spot and their best showing in history. home winless while capturing first "I was glad to see how hard at the SC Invite. Victories over St. work and dedication paid off for the Mary's, Dubois, Central Mountain girls," said Moyer. and Altoona followed . After a win over Dallastown As the saying goes, "hard work can go a long way." The girls' swimand a nineteenth straight District ming and diving are living proof title, nine swimmers headed to the that this rings true. PIAA State Championships held at PSU. On the first day, senior Meg by Alex Raup
girls' swimming and
cores
A newcomer to the team, senior Meghan Shaw competes in the 100 yard breaststroke at a meet with Central Mountain. Shaw moved to State College from the Pittsburgh area and quickly began to display dominating performances in the breaststroke and freestyle events. " I've always thought the State High swimming program was great," said Shaw, "so to be on the team was a real honor." photo by Alex Rodgers
Swimming {left to right): First Row: Emily Haworth, McKenzie Madore, Michelle Myers, Brittany Beard. Second Row: Kristina Vandenbergh, Catherine Palchak, Margaret Nollau, Sarah Podwika, Ashley Henning, Maggie Sikora. Third Row: Stacey Wild, Molly Crispell, Stephanie Lietzke, Michelle Uhlig, Clare Abdalla. Conner Edelbrock. Fourth Row: Ali Howell, Meghan Shaw, Kayla Fisher, Lea Downsborough, Alexei Kissell, Lori Leitzinger. photo by Henry Gong
Diving (left to right) : First Row: Carly Roe , Rose
Corr. Second Row: Molly Steele, Aimee Latta, Megan Godlesky, Rachel Griffiths, Leah Ratner. photo by Henry Gong
Quad Meet- 2nd Place Parkland Invitational Carlisle-117-65 Hollidaysburg-109-57 Williamsport-128-54 SC Invitational-1 st place St. Mary's-125-57 Central Mountain- 115-50 Chambersburg- 124-44 Altoona- 120-48 DuBois- 145-40 Dallastown- 216-98 Wyoming Valley West- 137-49
:s
,,
'' coming div e, senior Megan Godlesky prepares to enter the water. Godlesky, a part of the diving team since freshman year, beat out district rival Samantha Strau s from Dubois High School to qualify for States. "It was really exciting to win districts and get a bid to States as a senior, " said Godlesky. Placing thirteenth, she missed the semi-final round by a mere .50 points. photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
J unior Molly Cris pell glides through the water during a team warm-up. Crispell led the team with peformances in the sprint freestyle even ts and placed first in the 200 yard freestyle and third in the 100 freestyle at States. "The atmos phere was unbelievable exciting . I was thrilled because the team came together," said Crispell. photo by Alex Raup
~~Y_~ering herself into the wall, junior Michelle Uhlig competes in the 200 yard individual medley. ~1 9 helped to lead the team with dominating performances in virtually every event. Breaking the sc ool record in the 100 yard butterfly twice during the season, Uhlig was a part of the 200 yard ~edley and 400 yard freestyle relay teams that placed second and first, respectively, at the PIAA r ~te Swimming Championships. "It was really exciting to make it back to finals in all three of our T~ays and finish second to Parkland in the medley," said Uhlig. "We not only captured the State 8 In the 400 free relay, we also beat our district time by seven seconds." Along with her in relays, Uhlig placed third in the 200 yard IM and sixth in the 100 backstroke. photo
Junior Lori Leitzing er practices her backstroke. A strong asset to the team for the past three years, she has competed in the backstroke , 200 yard medley and the 200 yard freestyle relays at the state championship level. "The state meet is indescribable," said Leitzinger, w ho placed ninth by breaking a minute in the 100 yard backstroke for the first time at PIAA's. photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
accolades
D' t 路 Is net VI Champ for lhe 19th straight year, 2nd Place at the PIAA State Swiming and Diving Championships, 1st Place in the 200 yard freestyle - Molly Crispell, 1st Place in C'--the 400 yard freestyle relay- Michelle Uhlig, Michelle Myers, Conner Edelbrock, Molly Crispell irls' Swimmin and Divi 9
he last few seconds of that game, 1ey were just pure bliss. Willie Morse, junior
l
This is the ultimate dream. The state championship, nothing is better. Keith Hardin, sophomore
,,
Stretching his arm out in full ex ten sion, se nior Gabe Norwood blocks the shot of Altoona forward Chris Bu channan . "I thought it was goaltending, but it wasnt called, so I cant argue with it," Norwood said. Norwood led the team in blocked shots, compiling 65 on the season, an average of 2. 1 per game. He was also the leading scorer, averaging 14.8 points a game. photo byCDT
lop penetration, t Shetler denies ent in a game •ntral Mountain. 1s a key defenr for the squad. t game against )r!, Shetler was to all-sta te -rell Blackman. r responded by own Blackman 1the team's vic'YMt View
Trying to fend off two defenders, senior Jonathan Stupar looks to score in a gam e against Williamsport. During the postseason Stupar averaged ten points a game. In the opening round of the state playoffs, Stupar provided some late game heroics when he tipped in an errant shot from junior Willie Morse to preserve the 56-54 victory over Hempfield. photo by Lauren Guzik
,I
Using all of his energy, freshman Eric Meister prepares to dunk the ball In a game against Williamsport Millionaires. Meister's dunk electrified the capacity crowd estimated at people. At the position of center, Meister scored six points in the game, shooting a perfect 2· for-2 from the line, as well as from the field. For the season, Meister averaged 4.8 points per game off the bench, shooting slightly above 50 percent on the year. photo by Lauem Guzik
ny 57-32 North Penn 56-35 DuBois 71-46 @Shamokin 49-46 Williamsport 50-45 Notre Dame Va. 53-7 1 Harriton 87-75 Oliver 66-68(0T) Central Dauphin 66-47 Indian Valley 63-35 @Huntingdon 63-30 Central -35 @Franklin 72-57 @Hollidaysburg 65-43 @Harrisburg 37-64 Shaler 72-51 @Altoona 4 1-57 @Williamsport 36-34(0 T) Penn Hils 60-66 @Central Mountain 59-55 Lewistown 68-49 @Bishop Guilfoyle 58·52 Hollidaysburg 68-63 Altoona 56-46 Hollidaysburg 60-31 Altoona 37-39 Hempfield 56-54 Plum 46-42 Upper Saint Clair 44-37 Altoona 59-35 Chester 76-71 OT Record: 25-6
..........
-------------------------------------------------------------------
Altoona. In front of a capacity crowd G tate Champions. The two words at Saint Francis University, the Little which sum up the entire season for Lions excited onlookers, destroying the boys' basketball team. It seems the Mountain Lions 59-35, advanceven more amazing that the team ing to the State final in Hershey. could make this unbelievable run, The season ended the way every after they stood in the visitors locker member wanted it to end, room in Saint Francis securing the Gold Trophy University following a with an upset of the 39-371oss to Altoona Chester Clippers, 76-71, in the District VI title "Looking at it, I think in overtime. It capped off match. we could hang with the dream season, as jun"That game was and even possibly beat ior Willie Morse exploded tough. Winning disany team in the for a career-high 33 points tricts has always country." on an 11 of 17 shooting been our goal and we -Senior Gabe Norwood from the field. just didn't get it done," "I hope Willie's critics senior guard Gabe will now get off his back, Norwood said. he showed the whole However, after state why he deserves to play for that the team was on a roll. It beat Penn State," said Frank. Hempfield, 56-54, on a last second Gabe Norwood, along with teamtip by senior Jon Stupar, stunning mates Morse, Stupar, junior Jordan the pro-Spartan crowd. Coming out Norwood and senior Matt Shetler, of the gates slow against Plum , the completed the most successful searesilient squad managed to pull out a son in the history of the program. 46-42 win. "Looking at it, I think we could "I thought the second half of the hang with and even possibly beat Plum game was the turning point of any team in the country," said Gabe our playoff run. We overcame a Norwood. double digit deficit to continue our With the squad's unforgettable season," said head coach Drew season, the best in State High hisFrank. tory, the Little Lions have made a The season continued with a vicname for the State College boys' tory over Upper Saint Clair, 44-37. basketball program. From there, revenge awaited in by Curtis Fenton
Da W ' Sh n ard, Nate Yocum, C.J. Burman and Matt etler. Second Row: Matt Cooper, Gabe Norwood, Keith Hardin, lan Stringer, Jamil Allen and Jordan Norwood. Third Row: Willie Morse ~ass Baker, Hayato Sasaki and Eric Meister: 0 ,...,t uvrth Row: Head coach Drew Frank. photo by 路
JuniorVarsity (left to right): First Row: Mitch Rhyner, Nick Roberts, Brady Hart, Jason Miller and Kyle Kresge. Second Row: Dan Lewis, Austin McCardle, Casey Oliver and Joe Bevins. photobyMt.
Trying to keep his balance, junior Willie Morse looks for a teammate to pass to in a game against Central Mountain. Morse was named a McDonalds' All-American, which gave him a spot in a game in which the best high school players in the country are showcased on national television. Morse was the second leading scorer for the team, averaging 12 points a game. photo by Mt.
View
View
As seniors Gabe Norwood, Jon Stupar and Matt Shetler celebrate, head coach Drew Frank pumps his fist in jubilation after the team's 76-71 overtime win over Chester in the state final. "This win is almost surreal. This is a dream. The game, the atmosphere was unreal. Our fans were great and it was great to see all this support," said Norwood. It was only the beginning of the celebration. In the days following the game, Frank was named Associated Press Big School Coach of the Year for Pennsylvania and junior Willie Morse was named to the AllState third team. photo by cor
accolades
IBW
Mountain High League Champions ass Ha Gabe Norwood- Mountain High League MVP, offensive MVP, first team all-conference, Pennsylvania All-Star, PA vs. MD Shootout Willie Morse' McDonalds All-American Game nominee, First Team Mountain League, All-State Third Team Selection B . B k tb \""" 1 \ , 路 ; oys as e a 11 9 91._ 11
'' Senior co-captain Scipione looks to pass to an open teammate as she is double teamed by two defenders. As a two-year starter, Scipione led the squad in scoring. Scipione shared the role as captain with fellow senior Suzy Carlson, who was a twoyear starter as well. Throughout the season the duo created an offensive threat that proved to be too much for their opponents. photo by Ana Mester
1practice session,
co-captain Suzy works on herjump her second year •tarter , Carlson to ·be one of the nost potent offeniats. Carlson dediorne of her sueis season to the on brought forth ear's seniors. who 1reat role models ;aid Carlson. photo
:a Eggebean
After stealing the ball,junior Sarah O'Shea makes a break for the basket and gets an easy lay-up for two points. In her second year as a member of the va rsity squad, O'Shea was one of the many key bench players. O'Shea called upon to give the starters a breather as well as to offer a set of productive, fresh legs.photobyAna
n in the state to see the be even year.
''
f ;ntering the 2002-03 campaign, eleven points. the girls' basketball team had a Although the loss was heartbreaking , the team got back on sour taste in its mouth from last year's disappointing loss in the track with a win over Central Mounstate semifinals. The team began tain which clinched the Mountain League title for the second conthe season ready to defend their secutive season. The victory also two consecutive District VI titles and lined their lockassured the team a number one seed ers with Hershey kisses; inspiration to in the District VI go to the state finals . playoffs, and with a "They (Oakland Catholic) In order to im55-54 victory over prove upon last a/ways seem to end it for us, Altoona, they it would have been nice to claimed their third season's perforsteal one from them for consecutive District mance, the team's once." first task would be to title. -Senior Nicole Scipione overcome the loss of Next on the four starters. With schedule for the team was the PIAA four returning letter winners moving into Class AAAA State the starting lineup, the team was Tournament. After going through poised for success. the fi rst three rounds with relative After a 17-1 start, the team was ease, the team met Oakland Catholic for a rematch in the state riding high. As part of the hot start, the program was successful semifinal, with a trip to Hershey for the state title on the line. Unfortuenough to claim its 500th victory, one of the crowning achievements nately for the squad, Oakland of high school basketball. Catholic had the same playoff sucThe team was next slated to cess they did against the Lady Little Lions the season before; and take on Oakland Catholic, the team State fell 63-55. Despite the loss, that eliminated them from further the season was very successful success in last season's playoffs. The Lady Little Lions came out as the squad finished with a 26-3 record and its third straight district hot, but were unable to overcome the height advantage of the Lady title. by Brian Baker and Ryan Colwell Eagles, and in the end lost by
Mester
•cores
is
We mad playoffs, season
Planting off her left foot, junior Jesse Sarafin prepares to drive the baseline. Sarafin was part of a dynamic underclass group that contributed to the team's success this season. photo Anna Mester
Junior early Onkotz, raises her arms in defense of an inbound pass by the oppo· nent. With the aid of Onkotz's srnothe~ ing defense, the team amassed a 22-d regular season record and its secon straight district title. photo by Anna Mester
@Bishop Hoban 72-38 Erie Mcdowell 81-54 @ Holidaysburg 70-46 North Schuylki1174-38 @Indiana 86-37 Woodland Hills 89-35 Abington 58-66 Latrobe 68-41 @ Indian Valley 64-61 Huntingdon 70-33 @ Pottsville 70-38 @ Central Mountain 47-39 @Altoona 54-44 Sterlin g 53-37 @Williamsport 74-48 Holidaysburg 54-40 @ Lower Dauphin 59-38 Altoona 57-46 @Oakland Catholic 58-69 Central Mountain 76-56 @Lewistown 79-63 Upper Merion 64-39 Bishop Guilfoyle 79-43 New Castle 57-33 North Alleohenv 74-62 lJnnP.r SHin! Clair 64-50 Oakland Catholic 55-63
Running down the court on a breakaway, senior Liz Gabrielle screams out some directions for her teammates. Coach lwrin called most of the plays while the ball crossed mid-court and were often used in order to open up a lane orset upashot. Gabrielle was an intricate part of the team's success from her position of starting guard. photo by Anna Mester
Using her didactic skills , head coach Bethany Irwin strategizes with her team during a timeout. During the regular season Irwin recorded her 500th career win, a milestone for any scholastic coach. Irwin, now in her tenth season has recorded back-to-back district titles and a trip to the State semifinals. photo by Anna Mester
the didJtiet
Varsity (left to right): First Row: Jesse Serafin, Katie Pierce,
Nicole Scipione, Suzy Carlson , Liz Gabrielle and early Onkotz. Second Row: Katlyn Stupar, Monika Fogelsanger, coach Melanie Lynch, coach Rob Irwin, head coach Bethany Irwin, Amber Yearick and Sarah O'Shea.
S
Jesse Serafin, early Onkotz, Hannah Laman-Maharg, Amanda Thomas, Kelly Irish and Bethany Leonhardt. Second Row: Elizabeth Miller, Sara Grove, coach Melanie Lynch, coach Rob Irwin, coach Bethany Irwin, Kelsey Ream Ashcraft and Amber Yearick.
accolades
ampions Mountain League First Team- N ne an uzy i ue arah O'Shea and Katlyn Stupar Mountain League's MVP-Suzy Carlson Mountain League's Top Offensive Player- Nicole Scipione Girls' Basketball 93
e,
Setting up his opponent for a possible take-down, sophomore Chris Decker prepares to shift his weight. Decker, a regional qualifier, was part of a strong contingent of underclassmen who contributed to the squad. photo by Rebecca
Senior Matt Kocher fights for hand control over a Williamsport opponent. Kocher was the cornerstone of the Little Lions lineup, and used his scholastic experiece en route to a state championship. photo by Eric Schoonmaker
Eggebeen
the rontpef,1ion ~~~~~~~~~--~
,â&#x20AC;˘
~ores
Varsity: Front Row: Kyle Fluke, Adam Homan, Shawn Breon, Brandon Behrer, Malt Lower. Second Row: Chris Decker, Devon Warner, Mall Homan, Mike Depellegrini, Kevin Ward, Mall Kocher. Back Row: Richard Brooks, Seth Snyder, Nate Chyle, Kevin Suhey, Nick Stumpf, Marc Decker. photo by MI. View
Applying the power-half to his opponent, senior Austin Blaschak attempts to get back points. Blaschack was a four-year member of the squad. photo by Anna Mester.
@ Bald Eagle 30-26, Centre County Tournament 2nd, Dubois 60-8, Holliday Tournament 1st,Powerade Tournament 3rd , Virgina duals 2nd, Jersey Shore 60-13, Hollidaysburg 64-9, Shikelemny 42-12, Willamsport 69-0, Clearfield 43-12, @Bellefonte 64-3, @District VI Championships 1st, @PIAA States 3rd, @Altoona 57-9, @Philipsburg 51-6, @PIAA District VI Tournament 1st, @PIAA District State Tournament 3rd
>
,,
''
I
II
wrestling berth. The Little Lions faced off (f)ften in sports the hype that suragainst district nemesis Bald rounds an illustrious team is normally Eagle. After an early season loss greater than the teams actual caliber. to the Golden yEagles in a dual However, when the dust cleared, and meet, there was much anticipation the season was over State College for the rematch. did anything but disappoint. "This group of seniors has won 37 "All year I've been wailing to wrestle Bald Eagle in the dual meets and district finals," said senior only lost four in Anthony Depellegrini. th e last two "All year I've been State downed the Eagles years and we've waiting to wrestle Bald 38-19. won every tourEagle in the district Not only did State nament we've finals. To win was an make waves on the team mybeeninatleast accomplishment" level, it also had a produconce. This has â&#x20AC;˘ Senior Anthony tive individual season. been a team efDepellegrini fort all year long Highlighted by senior Matt and it just seams Kocher, the squad took like there is al- ~~~~~~~~~~ 14 wrestlers to regionals ways someone and nine to states. Kocher who steps up," said head coach Ron ay 3rd place finisher a year ago, Pifer captured gold at 140. Pifer, in his second season at the Sophomore Mike Depellegrini helm, has guided the Little Lions to wrestled back through the consoback to back state tournament aplation rounds to capture 4th overall pearances and coached three indiat 145. State took 3rd overall in the vidual state champions. Along with team race too. The squad reaffirmed their the teams perennial success, Pifer was voted coach of the year at the ranking among the state powerdistrict VI individual qualifiers. houses. With a young, but strong ''I've won a lot of things in my core of returning starters, the Little career, but this is my first coach of the Lions will surely continue to domiyear," said Pifer. nate on the mats. State, the district VI champions, by Adam Massaro had a tough road securing a state
Junior Kevin Suhey delivers a cross-face to his Willamsport opponent, in an attempt to break him down. Suhey wrestled in the newly formed 215 weight class this year, and found sucess as he advanced all the way to individual regionals. photo by Eric Schoonmaker
Looking for the near-fall, senior Marc Decker buries hi s chin in to his opponent's chest. Decker, a four-year letterman and co-captain, played a vital role in guiding the State College matmen to the state semifinals. The Little Lions defended thei r home turf all year, with an undefeated home record. photo by Eric Schoonmaker
Fighting for an escape opportunity on the edge of the mat, senior Anthony Depellegrini prepares to tuck and roll. Depe ll egrini 's biggest match of the season came during in the district finals when he pinned his opponent in the first period. photo by Eric Schoonmaker
Land.IS wnght, ¡ a freshman, gains hand control for the incumbent tilt. Wright was one of two freshman to break into the ~tarting lineup for the Little Lions. photo by
-
nc Schoonmaker
Senior Richard Brooks cranks a converted power-half nelson, to set up for a pinning combination . Brooks, a methodical wrestler by trade, took second at regionals. photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
accolades
Team district VI champions, state semifinal berth, 14 individual district placers, 9 wrestlers garnered state berth, Matt Kocher state champion, Mike Depelgrini 4th place finisher at states
~~
Wrestling 95
l
. of the team gather around the enior night, as each individual mnounced. Eight seniors played I game in the Penn State Ice ts a member of the club. During m the seniors were looked to for p and the development of the ;smen. p hoto by Alex Rodgers
mid-season match up against Cenespite having only three true tral Dauphin, in which it was victohome games, the ice hockey team rious, 4-2. Senior night for the club was able to find success as they was a night where the eight serecorded an 8-7-2 record to finish niors, Cory Wincek, Todd Wilson, sixth out of eleven teams in the captain Bryan King, Zach Edson, division. Throughout the season Brian Hell, Jimmer the team saw a tough Barron, Jay Edmiston schedule with fourand Brett McCamley teen away games out "We had a great playedtheirfinalhome of a seventeen game bunch of seniors this game. The game also schedule. signified the turning of "It was tough be- year. We are going to miss them." the reigns to the uncause we played on derclassmen. almost consecutive "We had a great days and the games -Sophomore Garrett bunch of seniors this were so far away that Corl year. We are going to it was really hard to miss them," said Carl play so late and then By beating Warwick get up early for school and Manheim Township, and tiethe next day," said sophomore ing Central Dauphin, the team was defenseman Garrett Carl able to cap off the regular season The squad had a slow start to in a winning fashion to head into the 2002-2003 season, but was the playoffs. able to rebound as they went on a "We really came together in the five game winning streak and capiend and put together some nice talized on two of the three home wins ," said senior winger Jay games. Edmiston. "Despite having a few distracThe Little Lions were also able tions in the beginning of the seato send their leading scorer, alterson , we managed to pull together nate captain Matt Rippon, to the and play some good head to head Junior North All-Star game where hockey," said junior goalie Aaron coach Scott Cranston served as Myers an assistant coach . With only three home games by Jon Swart throughout the season, the squad was forced to hold senior night in a
Senior Core y Wincek gives his parents a rose on senior night, which took place before the final home game against Central Dauphin. The Little Lions honored the seniors with a 4-2 victory. The eight seniors were an integral part of the team , as they guided the underclassmen in victory. photo by Alex Rodgers
,â&#x20AC;˘ ;cores
Junior Varsity (left to right): First Row: Taylor Schultz, Rena Leone, Bill Rockwell, Mark Rhodes, Kurt Collins, Jason Pogue, Ryan Spotts, Kevin Wagner. Second Row: Coach Miska, Kyle Hopkins, Jeremy Garnett, Kirk Baluh, Jay Edmiston, Chris Nelson, Dave Clinger, Jarred Dillon, coach Cade Kramer. photo by Mt. Vie w
Varsity (left to right): First Row: Aaron Myers. Second Row: Todd Wilson, Garrett Carl, CaseY Sheerin, Adam Pisani, Eric Siegenthaler, Brad Hansen, Nick Bathurst. Third Row: coa~ Alan Wilson , Jordan Flemming, Matt Fret)~ Nick Hampton, Matt Rippon, Bryan King, Bre McCamley, Corey Wincek, Zach Edson. JaY Edmiston, coach Jim Leous. photo by Mt. VieW
:::entral Dauphing 1-2 @Hershey 6-6 @Cumberland Valley 8-3 @Hershey 3-6 Lower Dauphin 2-8 @Wilson 7-3 @Dallastown 6-1 Cumberland Valley 7-1 @Palmyra 4-2 Central Dauphin 4-2 @Lower Dauphin 0-5 @Hershey 2-7 @Warwick 6-3 @Hempfield 1-5 @Palmyra 3-4 @Central Dauphin 6-6 @Manheim Township 5-2 rts
,,
1wouldn't trade it for anything in the world. Jay Edmiston, senior
We had a great team this year. Garrett Corl, sophomore
'' Senior Zach Edson takes a quick breather before the next face-off in which play will continue. Edson was able to take part in 15 of the 17 games of the season. The varsity squad was able to cap off the season with a 5-2 win over Manheim Township. Finis hing with an 8-7-2 record, the team was ranked sixth in the Central Pennsylvania Intersc hol ast ic Hockey League. photo by Alex Rodgers
j
-'
I
Taking a slap shot, freshman Curtis Collins warms up before a game. The Juni or V ars ity team showed much promise this season with key performances from the underclassmen. Playing in a separate league from the v arsity tea m, the J.V . sq uad encountered tough competitio n in Altoona and Hollidaysburg.pholoby MI. View
Junior goaltender Aaron Myers watches the game intently, staying in a ready position as he Waits for the puck to come his way. The goalie is the last line of defense and at times can prove to be a stressful job. "When 1 am in the game, my goal is to just focus on stopping that next shot coming to me and to keep my team in the game," said Myers. While in his second year on the varsity squad, Meyers recorded a 3-1-1 record and an .845 save percentage to finish ranked eleventh out of the sixteen goalies in the division. photo courtesy of Aaron Myers
F reshman Jeremy Garnett goes on a breakaway in hopes that he will fake out the goalie and score a goal. Junior Matt Ripon and senior Todd Wilson led the team not only as alternate-captain and captain, but also in goals by netting a total of 2 1 and 20, respectivley. Both were also atop the team in the assists category with 19 and 16, respectively. photo by MI. View
accolades
Matt Rippon and coach Scott Cranston - named to Junior North All Star team ~足
Ice Hockey 97
Right Junior Karen Chu and senior Jaline Gerardin work together during Science Olympiad practice. photo by A/ex Rodgers Below During a fourth period Concert Choir rehearsal, junior Ed Barton plays the accompaniment to And Draw A Blessing Down while senior Stephan ie Kleinert turns the pages. photo by Anna Mester Bottom Left The saxophone section of the Marching Band rehearses in the South Building parking lot before a home game. photo by sandy Zeger Bottom Right Senior Paul Gaylo displays his catapult, called a "trebuchet," for the Ren Faire. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
bs
stayingafterschool,l n t o
the WoodS, concerts,
Breaking pinatas, Going to webster's, the Haunted Granary, Lions' Digest, Meetings,
Playing
Frisbee, Going on hikes, States, Spring Dance, Staying up all night at Dance Marathon,
warm-ups,
B I00 d Drive' Vocal
Advisers,
Legislature
in
Harrisburg,
Acclivity Submissions, Model
Electing
offi cers ,
Eating,
Competitions, Caramel apples at Ren Faire, Empty Bowls, Making floats.
Divide~'ss'..__j
Sophomores Summer King and Megan Lawrence belt out a song in Tenth Grade Choir. Lawrence said, " The most challenging part of choir is having it first period and not being able to sing as well without a lot of warm-up." Mr. Robert Drafall directed the choir two days a week as they learned over 12 pieces this year. They also performed in a winter and spring concert. " We sing more challeng ing music now that we are sophomores," said Ryan Coons. In choir, students also learned how to warm up properly and how to harmonize. Sophomore Sarah Tolan said "I've improved by learning how to make my voice be better blended with the other voices around me." photo by Mandy Suhey
INGING inth
CLASS
C. tenth rade choir, concert choir The bass and tenor sections of the Tenth Grade Choir prepare to rehearse while the second sopranos wait their turn. When pieces had different parts for the boys and girls, practicing separately helped them to achieve the correct sound. photo by Mandy Suhey
or Alex Lytle sings And Draw a Blessing Down in ert Choir. Lytle said, "I think that the song is all but it's not from a period in time that I find ularly entertaining." photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
ibS
Freshman Hillary Ward vocalizes in choir. "I reallY like singing the song Sing We Enchant II because ~ feel it has a very good rhythm and it's a lot of tun. said Ward. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
the
homores Evan Rowland, Chris Irvin and Chris Reeves 5 . otpne in a Monday morning Tenth Grade Choir class." I 1n o . h ught choir was Important to take because I wanted to 0 t and my horizons in music, which I may not have the exp opportunity to do later on 路1n l'f 1e, " sa1'd R owIan d . photo by
euenl路s ...... Fall Choral Showcase- Ninth &Tenth Grade and Concert Choirs
Mandy Suhey
( Freshmen John Cochrane and John Bojan warm up in Ninth Grade Choir. Bojan said ,"l decided to carry out my singing career in high school in as many ways as I could, and joining choir was just one way to do it. "photo by Natalya Lakhtakia In a Concert Choir practice junior Patsy Potalivo and senior Anna Hade sing together. "I 've always enjoyed singing and a non-audition choir was the perfect way for me to do that," said Hade. Concert Choir was choir for j uniors and seniors. They performed three times this year in fa ll, winter and spring concerts. At the beginning of the year, the choir learned British pieces including Dance A Cachucha and and I Will Not Leave You Comfortless. Senior Carly Phelps said," This is the first year I've taken choir in high school, and I really like singing in a group that has so much talent." photo by Anna Mester
W inte Tenth
Freshmen Samantha Shoffner and Sarah Jones sing in Ninth Grade Choir. "The difference between middle school and high school choir is that in high school there are more voice parts. In middle school you just have sopranos, altos, tenors and basses, while in high school all those sections are divided in two. This allows us to sing more complicated pieces." said Shoffner. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
Ninth Grade Choir Tenth Grade Choir
Con ert-
During September's Back-toSchool rally , senior Robert Hackman and sophomore Lisa Geleskie , members of the Marching Band , perform . At everything from district faculty meetings to the State High and Penn State homecoming parades, the Marching Band drew audience participation with their performances of fast-tempo numbers like "Hey Baby". Freshman Sarah Haviland said "Doing a performance and see~ ing it all come together, you can see how all our hard work pays off. We really get to hear how talented we are." photo by Lauren Guzik
Senior Stephen Menotti and junior Meredith Byron chat between songs during Symphonic Band. Menotti sa id he enjoyed the band because "It's the best band in the school--people have to audition to get in. The people there show interest in it. Also, we gel to go on a big trip in the spring." photobyJessHovick ilajorette Rita Zell , sophomore, .trikes a pose during the halfime show of the Sept. 13 \ltoona game. Members ofthe ilajorettes and Silks, along with 1e Dance Team, performed 1ith the Marching Band on the eld and danced to their music 1 the stands. The three groups Jllowed the band's schedule J rehearse shows. Majorette .isa Hilbert, junior, sa id, "It's 10rth it to be there with the girls tnd the band. We all get along eally wel l. " photo by Brent 路andmeyer-Swails
QVING~O'IHEMUSIC ing, ~ymphonic t: concert band~ bs
Concert Band flutist Nicole Slike, senior, concentrates on the music at rehearsal. The Concert Band, directed by Mr. Richard Victor, consisted of 11th and 12th graders, who practiced during third period on Tuesdays and Fridays. Listing the reasons why he committed his time to the club, senior Christopher Ritter said , "I love music, I love playing my saxophone, and I plan to major in music education ." Band members enjoyed the company of their fellow musicians. "The combination of people and music make it a good opportunity and a fun time," said senior Hannah Zoller. photo by Caley Mark
G range FairMarching Band
Septem be r 11th memorial serviceMarching Band
Homecoming Parade and Game- Marching
RegionalsSymphonic Band Symphonic Band members sophomore Kristin Yahner, senior Jordan Canner, and junior Andrew Munn rehearse a song. Students practiced Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays during third period. Their hard work paid off. In May, the band attended a convention in Washington, D.C. for highly-rated student bands. The superior sound of State High's music ensembles was what prompted Munn to join . He said, "I heard all these ensembles when I was a freshman, and I thought, 'Wow, I hope I can be part of those sometime."' photo by Jess Hovick
A saxophone rank of the Marching Band rehearses in formation . Besides practicing Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the South Building parking lot, the Marching Band rehearsed in uniform before performing at football games. "The people there make it worth my time," said band member Lisa Geleskie, sophomore, of the time and effort required by the club. The band shared the responsibility for keeping State High football fans entertained during halftime with the State High Majorettes, - Silks, and Dance Team. The elaborate marches, band's which were choreographed by band director Mr. Richard Victor, included such feats as cooperating with an Altoona band in spelling out the letters "U SA" auring a special patrioticallythemed halftime performance commemorating the Sept. 11 anniversary. photo by EbunAdewumi
All - State BandSymphonic Band
Spri ng ConcertConcert and
Band
fa;'
event~ ......
Blowing into his baritone horn, freshman Nate Westrick practices with the Ninth Grade Band. The school district offered band beginning in elementary school. For those who opted to keep on playing, it remained an important part of the day. "I got involved in band in fourth grade because they needed more people. Since I could play an instrument, I figured I might as well keep on playing," said Westrick. "Band is just a great way to meet new people." Students who played from elementary school had the opportunity to meet new people in middle school and now in high school, who shared similar interests.
I
:r Cone rtGrade B nd
photo by Nata/ya Lakhtakia
inter Concertlnth Grade Band
~t
Ba
~rade
•nal Band3rade Band
After a Tenth Grade Band rehearsal, sophomore Avery Peechatka changes a saxophone reed. Each practice left students filled with thoughts and emotions about the preceding rehearsal. "I review in my mind how everything went and what I need to work on," said Peechatka. "After a great practice, everyone is really happy and less stressed because a lot of pressure has been lifted off of their shoulders." photo by Natalya Lakhtakia Stand partners Catherine Varner and Megan Decoteau, freshmen , practice their clarinets during Ninth Grade Band. Each band member had a reason why he or she had chosen to play their particular instrument. "I chose to play the clarinet because when my sister stopped playing a few years ago, there was an extra instrument laying around the house," said Varner. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
>tate Band- Ninth 3rade Band
:oncertde Band
)S
Band conductor Mr. Richard Victor leads the Ninth Grade Band. Victor served as the leader of rehears· als and taught students about music. "The conduC· tor is important because he shows time changes; helps us stay together and provides leadershl~:-
>
With the flute section, sophomore Catherine Palchak rehearses in Tenth Grade Band. Each instrument had its role . "The flutes usually join the clarinets and trumpets in playing the melody," said Palchak. "The drums were used to keep the beat and rhythm, " said sophomore Neil Yarnal. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
Leading the band with his timpani, sophomore Kevin Dobash rehearses his percussion parts. "We play the parts of songs we have trouble with over and over until we get them right," said Dobash. Group rehearsal was crucial because students practiced music that caused individual problems. plwto by Natalya Lakhtakia
Freshmen Marie Gildow and Caitlin Tice write on sheet music during band rehearsal. Mr. Richard Victor, director, told musicians to write on their music so that important information would not be forgotten. Band provided a place for students to meet new friends in high school. "I really enjoyed band because it provided a place for me to make music with other talented musicians," said Gildow. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
SICTOYOlJR inth l.. tenth grade band~ During Ninth Grade Band, freshman Meghan Hoover practices along with her fellow trombone players. Because the band only met on Monday and Thursday, a lot of focus was put on each musician as an individual. "When we get ready before a group rehearsal, everyone cleans and tunes his instrument and warms up," said Hoover. Warming up requ ired each student to go up and down the scales and practice scales with the students next to them. Even though a lot of work went into each rehearsal, it provided the forum for students rep eat to songs until they felt they the m had down pat. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
I
I
I euenh ...
Chora seicham
I
[
Mens' mens' -
lb
---1
I
Senior Stephanie Kleinert practices in Chamber Singers on a Tuesday morning. Chamber Singers was an audition group of 16 singers who were selected not just on the ability to sing but also on their ability of their voices to blend together. "The most challenging part for me is that I have to change parts in the middle of the song; its difficult to find your note in the middle of nowhere," said Kleinert The choir sang songs in up to eight parts and practiced two times a week. photo by Alex Raup
I
lritannia 路 Master
Senior Tabitha Crane, freshmen Bonnie Pedlow and Margaret Byron, senior Kristi Addleman and freshmanStephanie Baker harmonize in a Women's Glee Club rehearsal. "The big difference between regular choir and Glee Club is that it is all girls. Because of this, the girls have to take lower notes to make up for the base and tenors," said Crane. Glee Club was an advanced level audition choir that was open to all classes. This year there were 36 total members. According to director Mr. Robert Drafall , having an all female group allowed the girls to sing pieces that more accurately represent the women's ranges. Women's Glee Club also allowed for more independence and individual vo ice development. photo by Nevedi ta Bhushan
Concert& 1s' Glee
iershey Choral nvitational~aste r Singers
~oncert颅
& 1s' Glee
Jean Tour~r Singers
JS
Waiting for her next line, junior Elizabeth Mills rehearses for Master Singers. "Master Singers is a good chance to get experience in singing that I couldn't get in any other school. It's rea lly challenging and a lot of fun," said Mills. With sixty members, Master Singers was a highly selective, a cappella singing group. Time and energy was spent planning their second European summer tour to Italy, Corsica and other countries. Senior Rachel Barth maier said " I li ke being in Master Singers because we get to sing a lot of great music with really talented people and an inspiring director." plwto by Anna Mester
p
S GING AIDC-IINOTE master
l.. chamber singers, women Ts l.. men Ts glee
club~ During a Men's Glee Club rehearsaljun ior Carl Sherlock and sophomores Caleb Rebarchak and Peter George sing. 'The difference is the style of music, but Glee Club is about putting soul into the music " sa id Sherlock. "The atmosphere in an all male choir is quite different from that of a mixed choir. It's a lot of fun to just hang out w ith a bunch of guys and sing ," said Nate Glocke, a sophomore. photo by Nevedita Bhushan
Freshman Greg Johnson and junior Regis Cleary rehearse in a Tuesday evening Men's Glee Club practice. Students had to audition twice in order to join. The first aud ition was open to all. Then callbacks were made and a second audition held. From this second audition ·he final group was asked to join. plwto by Nevedila Bll. •siJan
Junior Scott Warburton sings in a Master Singers practice. "Me lrascaris is probably the most difficu lt piece; it's challenging for every single part. It forces everyone to know their part and depend on themselves to sing, " said Warburton.
photo by Anna Mester
At a Women's Glee Club rehearsal, junior Elizabeth Collins, freshman Kelsey Lope and sophomore Sylvie Frank listen to instructions. " I wouldn't say it's either easie r or harder to sing in an all female ensemble, it's just d ifferent," said Collins. photo by Nevedita Bhushan
Master & Chamber Singers , Women's & Men's Glee Club 1 07
While junior Elena C ross pauses to get more face paint, junior Elizabeth Mills continues making fellow junior classmate La ure n Thorpe look ghoulish for her stint as a guide at the Haunted Granary in Lemont. The three girls, along with other Key Club members, participated in the event the week before Halloween to support the Lemont Village Association. "I thought it would be a good thing to do," said Thorpe. "I need the community service hours for Health." In other holiday events, Key Club members helped kids pick out Christmas gifts for relatives as a part of a Junior Women's League activity and sold raffle tickets during the Centre House Gingerbread Sale in December. photo by Erica Haviland
EIPING
S
Mediator5 fA li5tener5, SL\DD, LEO and Key {] Working at the sign-in desk for Key Club's Annual Blood Drive, junior Lindsay Hauser takes down a classmate's name. Any student who was seventeen was eligible to donate blood to the American Red Cross. "I helped out with the blood drive because I wanted to do something that would help people who are in need ," said Hauser. photo by Mvedita Bhushan
Peer Mediation meeting, juniors Alana McNichol Jessie Westrick share ideas. "I am able to get ;e for myself and for my friends through the selors I meet in Peer Mediation," said Westrick. by Jenny Fang
Senior Katie Rockey shares ideas with her felloW Students Against Driving Drunk (SADD) members during a meeting in the North Counsel'ng Office .. Th: club organized events throughout the y.~ar to mot1~atd students to stay alcohol-free. In May, 1: ADD organiZ~ 5 Prom Promise, an annual event to enc 1.1rage stud en ..
..
..
.
.
. _,
.
.._
.
,
_ ......... l,.nhO
.., Members of"Team Peaches ," Alisa Popovich, Al~n Fread, A hlynne Gilligan, Momo Gray and Janelle Paff1e, take a 5 b eak from gameplay during the Leo Club's All-Night Br sketball fund raiser. The event was held during the night b:tween November 8 and 9 and raised an estimated $Z 200 for the S1ght Loss Support Center of State College. ph~to by Jessica Hovick
National Day of Cari ng- Peer Listeners
Opening of Mediation StationPeer Mediation
During a Key Club meeting, seniors Erin Pierce and SuJen Roberts hang up posters advertising All-Night Volleyball . The event, held from January 31 at 8:00 p.m. to February 1 at 8:00a.m. , benefitted the Special Olympics and March of Dimes. photo by Mandy Suhey
Enjoying each other's company, sophomore peer listeners Caroline Phillips and Rebecca Eggebeen have a "paint fight" during National Day of Caring. The event is held around the country each year and encourages students to participate in community service. "It was really fun to help out the community and to be with my friends at the same time ," said Eggebeen. The event was similar to the "Camp Fix-Up" that the Peer Listeners participated in during the month of May when they traveled to a summer camp in Pen nsylvania and helped prepare it for the campers. photo courtesy of Katie
All-Night Basketball- Leo Cl
W inter Pledge-
How ay
All-N ight Volleyba ll- Key Club
Scalise
At the opening of the new Mediation Station in the North Counseling Office, senior peer mediator Kelsey Francisco answers questions about mediations from her senior classmates Meg Godlesky and Caitlyn Smith. Peer Mediation was a club that provided students with the place to solve problems with the help of trained student and adult mediators. "The club is beneficial to students because they are able to get help with their problems from people their own age ," said Francisco. photo by
Prom SADD
romise-
Alex Raup
Peer Mediators and Listeners, SADD, LEO
~
Key Club 109
cq
During a German Club meeting, freshmen Kevin Griffin and Jordan Francisco play ping-pong. Club members were expected to actively use their German skills to learn more about German culture. Some activities the club participated in were teaching the German language to elementary school children and hosting exchange students from Germany. "The students weren't that different from American students; we had a lot to talk about since we're all the same age," said senior Kim Valenza. photo by Erica Haviland
Freshman Lindsay Melia creates a Los Ojos de Dios or a God's Eye in Spanish Club.路 1 think Spanish culture is so interesting and unique and it's a lot of fun to learn about," said freshman secretary Lindsay Melia. Activities Spanish Club did included making authentic Spanish meals such as tortillas, doing Spanish arts and crafts and listening to different guest speakers. photo by Erica Haviland
Sophomores Kristyna Smulligan and Rachel De Rosa play a card game in German Club. "I joined this club because the German language to me is intriguing and I have always loved to speak German. I enjoy the fun-filled activities we do," said junior John Rossman. photo by Erica Haviland
ElHNIC DISH
Spanish, French f.. German Clubs and lnterterational StudenB Club
lubs
f I
I
Sophomore Corey Black snacks during Spanish Club. Spanish Club was for students who were interested in the Spanish language. "My Aunt is married to a Spanish man; I wanted to be able to talk to him and understand his culture. That's why I decided to join Spanish Club," said sophomore Katie Peshkof. The club was led by senior president Brandon Kong. Activities included celebration ofthe Mexican holiday, The Day of the Dead Dia de los Muertos. Ms. Rita O'Connell , the clu b's adviser, encouraged students to choose the activities the club would participate in. photo by Erica Haviland
Hosting students from Han over, GermanyGerman Club
Cel eb rate the Spanish holiday "Day of the Dead"Spanish Club
Teaching German lessons to elementar y schoolsGerman Club
Meet with the Alliance Francais- French Club
to in
Juniors Michelle Jiang and Olga Malkova listen to another student speaking during an International Students Club meeting . "The club gives me the opportunity to learn from other countrie's cultures," said sophomore DaeJak Lee, the club's treasurer. The club met Wednesday afternoons to talk and share their cultures. Activities included a sightseeing trip to New York City. "I joined because I thought it would be fun to learn about the different cultu res from different regions, as well as to share my own ," said Jiang. photo by Jessica Hovick
Zoha Memari, junior, munches on potato chips at a French Club meeting. The club met on Thu rsday afternoons for students to learn more about the French culture. "In French Club you get to talk more French and learn more abo ut the French culture than we do in French class," said Memari. To expose themselves to the culture, students watched French films and also watched American movies translated into French, such as The Man in the Iron Mask. During their frequent meetings at Webster's Coffeehouse and Bookstore on Allen Street, the club met with a group of native French speakers and learned about the language and culture. photo by Anna Mester
Eat and make French foods such as Crepes- French Club
Spanis h m ovi e viewi ng Las Ketchup- Spanish Club
Hike, pipnic and scavenger huntGerman Club
Trip to New York City- International Students Club
Spanish, French German and lnternation I Students Clubs
1
~!.:)
Concentrating on the proposed resolution, senior Betsy Reese and junior Sa mira Shiab attend a Model UN meeting. Students wrote resolutions to their country's problems before going to conferences. In their assemblies, they debated over proposed resolutions to their topic and whether or not to pass them. "I decided to join Model UN because I really enjoy debating and international affairs, and this club allows me to participate in both," said sophomore Allie Zeger. photo by Nivedita Bhushan
ernE er
1
Mock SessionVAG
UN-
Sophomore Daniel Greenberg gives a pro argument for a bill at a Youth and Government meeting while fellow sophomore Meghan Mason looks on. "''ve learned a lot about public speaking, debate, and parliamentary procedure through being in Youth and Government," said Greenberg. Youth and Government was a statewide organization that imitated the state government. Throughout the year, the club wrote bills for state law. In April they traveled to Harrisburg to participate in a Model Legislature. There they debated and passed bills from their club as well as others from around the state. photo by Jessica Hovick
Junior Allurie Kephart reviews her position during a Model UN meeting. The club traveled to conferences, including ones in New York City and Juniata. "Conferences introduced me to a new group of people that I could learn from ," said Kephart. photo by Nivedila Bhushan ~I
Legislature
~State
al- YAG
State High Model UN- MOAS
Jbs
Freshman Angela Yen presents her topic duri~Q Debate Team. "It is a lot of fun to hear people~ opinions about different topics and to voice t~~t own opinion," said Yen . Some of the topiCS 1 members debated included capital punishrnen
p In a Youth and Government meeting, sen ior Caley Mark listens to a possible bill topic. Mark led the club as the president. "Through my work with Youth and Government, I've learned a lot about how the government works. I think it's really important as citizens of the USA that we understand how the country is run ," said Mark. photo by Jessica Hovick
Youth and Government members discuss their nominees at Election Convention. The members of the club voted for the officers, including Committee Chair, speaker of the House and Master of Arms, used at Model Legislature in the spring . Senior Caley Mark was elected as the President. photo by Alex Raup
~
Making his point, sophomore Greg Geusic argues at Debate Club. Members acted as congressmen and wrote bills, then debated them. "I have an interest in politics and Debate Team was the perfect way for me to pursue that," said Geusic. photo by Nivedita Bhushan
n
¡ted Debates Model UN,Youth and Government and De~ate Team Senior Rachna La I types her position paper for an upcoming conference at Juniata College. At meetings, Model UN made use of the computer lab to research their topics and write their position papers. "Position papers really helped to give me ba ckground in formation about the topic we were de bating in the assemblies,"said
,'!'!' !'!'::l
as basis for judging the ................ Lal.aThe papers were us::d best delegates at the conferences. photo by Nivedlta Bhushan
., â&#x20AC;˘
...
event~ ......
e
Junior Tony Cardell takes a break from play during a Chess Club meeting. The club played regular chess as well as a variation of chess called "Bug House." The game was created many years ago and has proven to be a fun asset to the club's activities. "I like Bug House because you get to use team dynamics and the game is much more fast-paced and exciting," said Cardell. Chess Club members also took the knowledge of the game outside of the high school arena as they traveled to elementary schools and taught students the fundamentals behind the game. photo by ÂŁbun Adewumi
latched /ision of scaflo ne" nime Cl b
ifaught elementary chool kids to play chess Chess Club
nal in Oh io-
A group of Ani me Club members take a break from socializing to watch a humorous part of the movie Vision of Escaflowne. Anime Club, meeting every Thursday after school , was a place where students could come and see the latest and greatest in "Japanamation." The club also ate Japanese foods such as "pocky," drew ani me and read comics based on their favorite characters. "People think that just because you like Japanese cartoons, you're immature and childish. This club lets people see what anime is really about," said sophomore Liza Kranch . photo bySandyZeger
1petition at ns Vall eyad e mi c athalon
StatesAcademic Decathalon
d the e d y ;aga " :lub
ionals State rersitymce npiad
J
~
Sophomores Sandy Zhao and Vineeta Agarwala and senior Ming Yi review Science Olympiad competition rules from last year. Each member of the club was in charge of covering a different area of science study that they would compete in at various events throughout the year." l chose to do chemistry because I had experience with that section from my middle school Scie nce O lympi ad team," said Zhao. Other possible focus topics were bottle rockets, cell biology and "disease detective." photo by Alex Rodgers
>
1HiiKNOW L\cademir. Decathalon, Science Olympiad, Knowledge Masten, Chess Club t: L\nime Club Celebrating a good move, sophomore Justin Onusic practices with a fellow Chess Club member. "I am a part of Chess Club because I enjoy playing chess and defeating my opponents," said Onusic. New to the club were timers that helped students play more efficient and competitive matches. "Chess is football of the mind," said senior Wook Choe. "It helps me focus on my school w ork and make more friends." photo by Ebun Adewumi
Senior Crystal Lingle listens to Academic Decathalon co-a~visor Jackie Saylor during one of the club's first meettngs. Academic Decathalon was a club in which students attended "quiz bowl" where they completed a number of tests and then selected there best competitors to compete in the "fast round" where students Were given a certain number of questions to answer in a specified amount of time. "I enjoy Quiz Bowls becaus 路t 路 e I IS fun to compete as a team and win over other Ieam " 路 .
Sophomores John Lesieutre and Cale Plute go over old test questions with other members of Knowledge Masters. Old competition questions were used to practice for future tournaments. photo by Jess Hovick
Junior Karen Chu performs an experiment du ring a Science Olympiad meeting. The club provided students with the cha nce to get a further look at many of the topics they studied in the various science classes that the school had to offer. "I enjoy Science Olympiad because I get to learn stuff outside class in detail and meet lots of neat people," said Ch u. photo by Alex Rodgers
(\
Freshman Vice President Sarah Kunkle smiles during a meeting of the freshmen and sophomore class senates. "It was a really neat experience to work with the Sophomore Senate; it's a big change from last year. I really had fun getting introduced to a lot of new people," said Kunkle . photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
.EADING1HE
ior President Kevin Ward speaks on the first day of ool. Senates worked with the administration in 1ning activities. "I mentioned to the administration ut a class tri p, but they said they didn't think we ld have one," said Ward . photo courtesy of Joyce Sipple
Jbs
Junior Treasurer Eric Myers concentrates on solving a problem at a Junior Senate Meeting. The senate's main concern was the Junior Prom. The planning of this big event included finding an appropriate location, hiring a disc jockey, and decorating the venue. photo by Hanna Xu
President Paul Fine and Secretary Joe Deii'Aquila look over documents for their next Senior Senate meeting. "I ran for secretary of the Senior Senat~ to represent the whole student body. I really like bel~~ on the senate because we have a lot of fun," sal Dell'Aquila . photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
5 5
phomore President Caitlin Bailey shows off a rooster
~ made for the Winter "Hoe-Down" Dance, which was
the
ecelled due to inclement weather. "I was disappointed; ~~:dance] was going to be a lot offun and we spent a lot ~!time preparing for it," said Bailey. photoby RebeccaEggebeen
events~
....
Homecoming Parade, Game and DanceFreshman, Sophomore, Junior and Senior 1------:~enates
Freshman Treasurer Eddy Sommer stuffs a scarecrow to get ready for an upcoming dance. The Freshman and Sophomore Senates collaborated to plan the Winter, Valentine's and Spring Dances. photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
/ I {
J
Sophomore Secretary Sylvie Frank paints a pig in preparation for the Winter Dance. The planning of a class trip was high on the agenda for the Sophomore Senate. "We're trying to get a class tri p together for the Spring. We have to write a proposal and get it approved from the administration for the trip to be planned," said Treasurer Rebecca Eggebeen.photo
Fr1 shman and Sophomore Wipter Dane Freshman and So homore Se ates
Dance MarathonFreshmJn, Sophomore, Junior and Senior Senates
by Rebecca Eggebeen
Junior PromJunior Senate
Vice President Monique Maslak discusses issues following a Sete meeting. "We really don't have specific jobs on the Senior Senate, we all work together as a team," said Maslak. The Senior Prom was the most important event that the Senate had to coordinate. "Prom is going to be really different this year because we're having it at the Nittany Lion Inn for the first time. A lot of people are excited about the change," said Maslak. photo by Jessica Hovick
Senior VICA Presidents Sarah Carson and Candace Brown supervise a Skills USA-VICA meeting. The club prepared students for techn ical and service occu pations. "I joined the club because the adviser, who is one of my teachers, encouraged me to join," said Brown. The club gave students the opportu nity to build leadership skills and do commun ity service. photo by Erica Haviland
Looking at the year's schedule, sophomores Felica Crane and Rachel Svabek participate in a VICA meeti ng. The club attended competitions where there were separate contests for different careers, such as culinary arts. The winners then advanced to competitions at the state and national level. Winners of the national contest recived full scholarships to the college of their choice. photo by Erica Haviland
Junior Allie Howell speaks during a Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) meeting. FBLA was a club run by students that explored different business careers. "My parents are really business oriented, and I want to do business in college so I thought I better start in high school and join FBLA," said Howell. photo by
Stacey Wild
NlHEREAijWORLD UICL\, Work Experience and FB bs
p
the Junior Pau l Dunklebarger checks his cell phone during an FBLA meeting. The club regularly attended FBLA conferences where they learned about business ethics and the way specific businesses run. FBLA attended a state leadership conference at the Day's Inn and a regional competition at Dubois Business College in Huntington. In April twenty members attended the State Competition in Seven Springs. Also, prominent business leaders such as County Commissioner Chuck Witmer came to speak about how they got to their current position. photo by Erica Haviland
Senior Ken Boland laughs with customers while acting as host at Hi-Way Pizza. Boland worked during the school day as part of the Work Experience program. Each member of the club was given time during their day to work at a local business or help out around the community. Through experience in local commerce, students got a better handle on how life will be after of high school. "I have learned all about credit counseling and checkbook writing. Work Experience helps you understand what the real world is like," said senior Joseph Lansberry. photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
Tossing dough at Hi-Way Pizza, senior Paul Leah works during the afternoon. The mission of Work Experience was to let students experience the comm unity through working and volunteering. At the end of the year, the member's hard work was recognized at a banquet where all students and their employers gathered. "The end of the year banquet is the Work Experience Club's big event," sa id senior Ken Boland. photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
euents ......
Homecoming ParadeWork Experience
Conference in WashingtonFBLA
State ConferenceFBLA
End-of-the-year Banquet- Work Experience
.....
Senior Maizie Wallace, Acclivity co-editor, takes a break from editing submitted articles. Acclivity, the art and literary magazine, accepted articles and artwork from all students. "I really like reading the literature and seeing the art; it is really neat the stuff we get from the students," said Wallace. photo by
1spaper r ¡ook
â&#x20AC;˘
Anna Mester
rnsy l va a >lastic P s c iat io spaper, Year,I and WSCH
1
H
Sophomore Erica Haviland, the faculty section editor of the yearbook, concentrates on snapping a photo. "Before school actually started, I had to design how the pages would look and figure out a topic for each spread. Now my job is to make sure each page gets finished for deadline. It takes a lot of time and effort, but it's worth it." said Haviland. photo by Anna Mester
Senior Daniel Duffy concentrates on editing a newspaper layout. "I took journalism my freshmen year only for elective credits. I hated the newspaper [at first], but I eventually began to really enjoy it," said Duffy. photo by Anna Mester
Yearbook distributed to studentsYearbook
Jbs
Junior Casey Truax collects money for Toys ~r Tots during the morning broadcast. During 1 ~ holiday season journalism students went to firs period classes to collect money, then went 0 ~ ~ 0 shoooino trio to buv over $1.800 worth of toys
â&#x20AC;˘ Lions' Digest co-ed itor sen ior Paul Fine accepts the PSPA All-State award from a PSPA representative at the Harrisburg Conference. Last year Lions' Digest newspaper also recieved the ASPA Award for most outstanding high school newspaper for 2002. photo by
Journalism student junior Walter Weiss reads the news for the WSCH morning broadcast. "Broadcasting on WSCH is my connection to the student body. It's a great way for me to perform public service as well as express myself," said Weiss. photo by Anna Mester
Jenny Fang
Listening to suggestions from the editors, sophomore Brittany McCamley reviews a submitted article during an Acclivity meeting. "I love Acclivity. It's so laid back," said McCamley. "I can come here after a long day and relax in a totally comfortable environment." photo by Anna Mester
l'EI J JNG 1H ESTORY
llcdiuity~ Lion~' Digest~ Little Lion Yearbook d
WSCH
Hroadca~t
Preparing for the broadcast, senior Natalya Lakhtakia checks the audio control board to make sure all the right settings are selected. During broadcast, announcers read the student-scripted sports, news and birthday wishes as well as school ann ouncements. "Last year I had a music show on WSCH, but this year I thought it might be fun to broadcast. Contrary to popular belief, talking on WSCH isn't as easy as it sounds. A lot of work goes into just seven minute s of broad cast," s a i d La khtakia . Photo by Anna Mester
Lions' Diaesl and
WSCH~
e
event~ ......
menial Planting eptember Studen t
mment
Student Government President Josh Young, a senior, gives a speech to his fellow classmates on the first day of school. "We're working on a studenVteacher/administrator forum in which my officers, the department heads, the principals and myself can meet about once a month to try and make things better at the school," said Young. photo courtesy of Joyce Sipple
)f Governld SAC ~e-
ent
Freshman An up Das reads an article in preparation for a Mock Trial meeting. Clubs such as Mock Trial allowed students to get a taste of a potential career. "I think that this experience with Mock Trial could influence my decisions concerning the future," said Das. The club let students play roles in the law field, some of which included defense lawyers, prosecution lawyers and key witnesses. photo by Nlvedita Bhushan
1 meeti ng1-ial
d to imthe saltadsand
club Mock
II s-
n tI
Ellie Foard, senior, reads her case file to get ready for the upcoming mock trial. "Mock Trial is great, it's exactly what it says it is: a simulation of legal procedure. It teaches teamwork and helps you not only with public speaking, but also with a possible future career," said sophomore Dan Greenberg. photo by Nivedita Bhushan
3tive tdent nt
ational s)Ck Trial
â&#x20AC;˘
ORKINGITOUT
JL------~Mock Trial and Student Government Sophomores Allie Zeger and Maeve Scanlon wait to discuss their plans for the upcoming Mock Trial meetings. "I wanted to join a cl ub that would help me in the future, and since I plan on going into law, Mock Trial was perfect. At our meetings we discussed legal terms and we prepared a case to present at a mock trial," said Scanlon. photo by Jessica Hovick
Vivek Ashok, junior, researches information for his next Mock Trial meeting after school. "I joined Mock Trial to get a taste of my future career, as I want to become a lawyer," said Ashok. Starting in early December, Mock Trial met on Wednesdays and Thursdays to prepare for competitions starting in the early Spring. photo by Nivadila Bhushan
Vice President Sarah Adams and Recording Secretary John Wolin, both seniors, listen to a proposal in Student Government. "I enjoy influencing decisions and bringing policy changes, and presenting them to
Juniors Brent Kirwan and Corey Tilghman listen to new ideas being presented during a Student Government meeting. "Our job is to make the relationship between students and teachers better, which makes the school atmosphere better," said senior Recording Secretary John Wolin. photo by Nivedita Bhushan
~
Mock Trial and Student GovArnmAnt 1/::1
Sophomore Caroline Phillips practices a new stretch to teach injured athletes. "I became a student athletic trainer because I am interested in becoming a physical therapist when I am older," said Phillips. "We get lessons twice a week from PSU student athletic trainers on how to treat injuries." The student athletic trainers helped out around the training room by icing and stretching injured athletes. Taking care of cuts and scrapes were also part of the student trainers' routine. photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
lFE~SSIMPIER'IHINGS
ent llthletic Trainer~, GheFi and Humane ~~~ue~ Gl
r JT Sletson samples the dessert he just preduring Chef's Club. "I want to be a chef when I der, so that's why I decided to join Chef's Club. the events and the people I get to talk to," said 1m ore member Rachel Svabek. photo by Erica Haviland
Freshman Heather Tober helps an athlete cut off extra tape before her practice. "I wanted more experience in the medical field and student training seemed like a good opportunity to observe real-life situations," said Tober. photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
------~-~----~~~!!
Senior Jessicalind Crum prepares to take notes during a Humane Issues meeting. "I've always loved animals; I want to be a veterinarian . There are a lot of animals being mistreated out there, and I just wanted to do something to help them," said senior Jessica Lindberg. photo by Nivedita Bhus han
seniors Jessica Lindberg and James Karl listen during a Humane Issues meeting. The club projects included volunteering at the SPCA, promoting awareness of the laws regarding treatment of animals, and making cage comforters for kennels. photo by Nivedita Bhushan
euent~ ...... Cater monthly dinners for SCAEA Executive Council- Chef's Club
Aid coaches and athletes at Football gamesAthletic Trainers
Senior Lauren Hall listens during a Humane Issues meeting. An estimated 25 students joined this first-year club. Freshman Secretary Lauren Knoblock said , "I thought it was a new sort of club that we hadn't had before; it deals With animalS, not people." pholoby Nivedita Bhushan
Winter sports
Junior Torey Novak cuts a red bell pepper under the supervision of adviser Mrs. Barb Whittaker during Chef's Club. "In Chef's Club we do what we love, and the end result is making people love what we do," said Novak. photo by Erica Haviland
Inaugural MeetingIssues Club
Spring sports season beginsAthletic Trainers
Central PA Sysco Food Show in Harrisburg, PAChef's Club
Junior Lindsay Hauser restocks a taping table for the following day. "I was interested in being a student athletic trainer because I am considering a possible profession in orthopedics or sports medi cine ," said Hau se r . ph oto by Rebecca
Kayaki n , Outing
Eggebeen
Student Athletic Trainers Chef'
n
Trip-
Accompanied by junior Chris Wharton on the guitar, senior Steve Menotti plays the keyboard during Musicians' Guild. The club gave school bands a chance to perform for other students. "I wanted to perform in Musicians' Guild because 1 enjoy playing bass with my friends in our band The Cosby Kids," said Wharton. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
In Orchestra, junior Abby Martin and senior Monica Guo play their violas together. "I really like music and it's fun to play in Orchestra and interact with other musicians," said Guo. Orchestra consisted of all the string instruments, including cello, violin, viola and bass. "I like seeing my friends and playing great music in Orchestra," said freshman Chris Roeber. photo by Nivedita Bhushan
ing Coffeehouse, junior en Chu performs a piano :e. Mrs. Shirley Donovan, club's adviser, said, "CotlOUse is a setting for all Jents to present their tal; and passions to the stutis in a laid-back almaere." Freshman Emily Chu J, "Coffeehouse is a good .ortunity for me to practice my piano competitions in tember, and I like to share music with my friends." photo an Duffy
SESSION
hestra, Jazz Hand, Co~ehou~e and â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘
Guild--~~~------
jiiiLP
the Senior Amy Madison reads her poetry during a Coffeeehouse meeting. "Coffeehouse is great because it's a chance for me to sit back and open up. We get to share our work. For me, that means there are people there who will listen to me read poetry, and that rocks my socks. " said Madison. Coffeehouse was a place for students to display their talents. "It gives me a chance to express my opinions and musical abilites to others," said freshman Robby Long. photo
event~ ...... Professional Jazz Cellists- Orchestra
Coffehouse ConcertCoffehouse
by Dan Duffy
Hosting of a Jazz FestivalJazz Band
Winter ConcertOrchestra Freshman Eric Lee prepares to play his drums in Jazz Band II. Jazz Band specialized in big band jazz and played several pieces including ones by Duke Ellington. "I guess my favorite song is Love for Sale because it's just fun and has a lot of energy." said sophomore MeredithTamminga_ There are two jazz bands at State High, Jazz Band I, which is considered to the 'Junior Varsity' band ,and Jazz Band II, which is considered 'Varsity band.' "I enjoy expressing myself through music, and playing with other high shcool students is great," said sophomore Sara Wallace . photo by Jessica Hovick
Senior Sarah Angelone adjusts the foot of her cello in Orchestra. Some of the pieces that the Advanced Strings played this year included Vivaldi's Concerto for Strings and Elgar's Serenade for Strings. "I've been in orchestra for so long because we play a great repetoire of music and the environment in school orchestra is very relaxed and fun," said sophomore Leah Liu. In the beginning of the year, jazz list Karen Pa路tterwrov'isitea路- - - the class and talked to them about playing in jazz style and improvisation. She called on students and asked them to improclass. photo by Nivedlte
in
c-
Guild 127
Junior Walter Weiss films junior Marissa Gesell in front of the green screen during a TSA meeting. "This is the first year in TSA and for my first project I did filmmaking which involved a green screen," said Gesell. photo by Anne Han
Farm Show in rrisburg- FFA
~ nal ~- FFA
A
se alion-
~st at 'rings
Mr. Roy Beman instructs his students about working on the tire of a car in Auto Club. Auto Club, a continuation of the auto tech classes, was also open to students who did not take the class. "Auto Club is a chance to learn more and experience more. It's also a chance to work on your own vehicle and keep it in great shape," said junior J.R. Hart. photo by Lauren Guzik
Tammi Deibler, senior, shows her steer at the Grange Fair during a steer show last summer. "At [FFA] meetings we talk about upcoming events and different contests with other students in Centre County," said junior Jennifer Grenoble, another member. photo courtesy of Mr. Paul Heasley ~
FFA Regionals at Penn College of Technology- FFA
1als at the 1 Centre , Orlando-
ibS
Sitting next to the recently received trophy the club won last year at the national competition, freshm:~ Ziho Lee types on the computer during a T. h meeting. There was a shortage of trophies, whiG
r
Juniors Andy Gummo and Troy Bayletts drive the Agricultural Science Gator to prepare a landscaping project. The FFA attended different competitions and farm shows throughout the year. At the shows, members got the chance to look at different exhibits such as safety. Also, on procedures such as how to rotate crops and how to make butter. photo courtesy of Mr.
During a TSA meeting, juniors Augustin Kline and Keith Smerbeck test out a remote control race car that Kline recently purchased. "TSA is fun because I get to use modern technology, which I enjoy," said Kline.photo
Paul Heasley
by Anne Han
In Auto Club, senior Lu ke Trusty and teacher Mr. Roy Beman examine the engine of a car. "Auto Club, to me, means a chance to get rid of all the school thoughts and just think about cars," said senior Lyle Stephens. photo by Pompa Debroy
RKIN1HEFIFJft L\uto Club, FFL\ and TSL\ Sophomore Kelly Ashcraft examines her cow before the Open Show at Grange Fair. "The FFA is a really fun club to be in. The competitions are interesting because you get to see everything you have learned," said Ashcraft. photo courtesy of Kelly Ashcralt
e
ent~ ...
.frican Jpport
Junior Kacie McClintic arranges microphone wires backstage at the Talent Show. Talent Show crew were responsible for deciding what acts performed and in what order. They also needed to keep things running during the show by getting mikes on and off stage. "My art teacher [Mrs.] Holly Foy encouraged me to participate so I decided to go for it; I also have some friends who did it." said McClintic. In the show the Cosby Kids won first place, senior Neda Khaja won second prize while third prize went to Ari Ratner . photo by Stacey Wild
Senior Ben Brewer sings karaoke at the annual Dance Marathon. The committee behind the event was responsible for dancer registrations, music and food donations. "Dance Marathon was really fun and the enthusiasm everyone put into it was great," said sophomore Sylvie Frank, "It was really hard work for everyone to stay awake, but everyone did because they knew it went to a good cause." The event raised $1 1,000 for the Elk's home nursing service. photo courtesy of Tiffany G/ab
Spring Fling- African Ameri ca n Supp ort Group
~Bands-
Sophomore Cierra Wolfe and juniors Cierra Lyons and IIana Black make plans for Diversity Committee. One of there activities included a Mix It Up at lunch where people were asked to sit at different tables according to categories such as birthday month. pholo by Ebun Adewumi
G~OSSE-~~----4 Talent Show~ Dance Marathon~ Diversity Com-
mittee and llFrican llmerican Su~~ort Grou~__, 1
Senior Shandell Posey, adviser Dr. Elaine Richardson, junior Safiya Jenkins, and junior Nicole Jenkins make plans at an African American Support Group meeting. The group met to discuss issues that faced African Americans and also read poetry and books. The club also planned the Spring Fling, which was a dance held in late March for all four grades. "I joined African American support group because my friends told me I should," said freshman Darryl Carter. photo by Nivedita Bushan
Taking part in the Dance Marathon festivities, senior Taylor Russell and sophomore Kristin Tkach wrestle in the "mud pit.路 The event offered a lot of activities for those who attended including karaoke, dance lessons and Tae-Bo. "I really liked dance marathon. It was a great opportunity to combine a fun activity with contri buting to the community," said junior Natalie Little. photo courtesy of Paul Fine
..
Sophomore Ebony Richardson performs during Soul Nile. The performance was sponsored by the African American Support Group. They wanted to create a performance to show all the diversity State High had to offer. photo by Hanna Xu
Junior Katlyn Stupar performs during The Talent Show. She and her two younger brothers did a performance of Cher's It's in His Kiss. "I've always loved to sing. I've been doing it since I was a little kid, and I always wanted to participate in the talent show, so this year I just decided to do it, and two of my th ree brothers agreed to do it with me." said Stupar. photo by Stacey Wild
Junior Eva Hepplemann secures her crown during a performance of Into the Woods. This yea r thespians performed several plays, one of which was the senior production of the first act of Into the Woods . The play was a musical fairy tale that compiled several different children's stories into one. The stories of "Rapunzel", "Jack and the Beanstalk", and "Little Red Riding Hood" were all a part of the production. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
.. •
REATING MAGIC ians,Fine llrts Elub,Pottery Club and Ren Fa ire Committ During Fine Arts Club senior Laura Petnick splatters paint using a tongue depressor. "Art club is unique because the people that we get are pretty unique and pretty different and represent a wide cross section of personalities. It doesn't really feel like a school-related club at all," said junior Anna Carlsen. photo by Natalya Lakht@a
;J a Ren Faire meeting freshman Will Mills gets haracter. The students went to the New Hope 'aire to study the professionals' activites to get for their own booths. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
FreshmanNoah Johnson trims a pot during pottery club. The club provided the forum for students inter· ested in creating artistic creations from clay. "I joined pottery club so I could have more time to work with the clay and improve my skills on the wheel, • said Johnson. photo by Jessica Hovick
... senior student director Christie McKinney gives senior Luke Fox and junior Regis Cleary advice on their lines for West Side Story. "This show was a great opportunity to work with an exceptionally talented cast," said McKinney.
the. e.ue.nt~ ......
photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
Tri p to New Hope Renaissance Faire- Ren Faire
Plan button selling f undraiser- Fine Arts Club
Stephan Place chats over plans during a Renaissance Faire meeting. A general meetings the schedule for the Ren. Fa ire was planned." My favorite part [of Ren Faire] is being able to put on Ren Faire garb and be back in time," said sophomore Lisa Geleskie. photo by Nivedita Bhushan
Junior Sarah Farhe and Mr. James Ritchey calculate the number of pots thrown during the Celebrity Throw-a-Than. One of Pottery Club's bi g projects was the Empty Bowls Project which benefitted local food banks. The fund raiser involved participants making a five dollar donation and in retu rn getting a hand thrown bowl andadinnerofsou p. The bowls were thrown by professional potters and student potters during Throw-a Thons. photo by
Into the productionThespians
Jessica Hovick
Empty BowlsPottery Club Seni o r Maciej Makalowski draws at a Fine Arts Club meeting. This year the club was the largest on record. he~club ---r_:....__..:..:...~2!::~;:.==-~ planned a spring trip to New York. As a fund raiser they made and sold buttons. " Art club is unique because its a place for all the people who like art to come together," said j unior Matt Smith. Mr. Robert Placky, the club adviser, wanted to create an atmosphere where small groups of interested art students could create together. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
Stor
Renaissance Faire- 路 en Faire Commitee
Front Row Katie Wagner, Nivedita Bhushan, Maizie Wallace, Amy African American Support Group Front Row Rachel Pope, Am ina Gilyard, Ebony , Alex Lytle, Orly Halpern Back Row Maggie Anderson, Alana McNichol, Richardson, Nicole Rannie, Jerron Langron, Nicole Jenkins, Neda Khaj a Second Row Walter Deshields, Ed Smith, adviser Charlotte Carraway, Adam Jackson, rupa, Sasha Krol , Kaitlyn Pettengill. Shandell Posey, Safiya Jenkins Third Row Melanie Solis, Dr. Elaine Richardson, Jajuan Golden, Brandon Ford, Osei Jenkins, Donna Abdullah Back Row Aieron Jefferson, Ramadan Abdui-Quddus, Wesley Swanson.
:lub Front Row Hayes Aurand, All ison Mitchell , Katie Haberer, Maggie ::Jhanie Tremblay, Liza Kranch, Stephen Burrows Back Row Drew PirroneBecca Grafe, Valerie Freeman, Bill Pirrone-Brusse, Brian Sherlock, siya Yakhina, James Crowley.
Auto Club Front Row Paul Lansberry, Lyle Stephens, Luke Trusty, adviser Roy Beman Back Row Doug Bailey, Sara Ashcraft, Josh Bricker, Rodney Merritts.
Band Brass and Percussion Front Row Daniel Wolfe, Nicholas Pedatella, Alii Brad Alters, Scott Huffard, Rob Jones, Vince Fiore. Josh Cohen Second Row Rich m Kim, Robbie Hackman, Greg Sinn, Steve Menotti, Cory Baumgarten, Jason Smutz, ~arper Third Row Jayson Harpster, Katrina Nousek, Richie Hoover, Christy La Barca, Byron, Brian Burn, Eric Brune, Matt LeRoy, Adam Houseman, Jon Cofer Back Row hen, Andrew Cimbala, Adam Smith , Brian Widener, Daniel Stouffer, Chris Wharton, ;Ierman, Andrew Munn, Chris Lentz, Scott Warburton, Jordan Canner.
Concert Band Clarinets and Saxophones Front Row Rebecca Johnson, Ashleigh Lang, Courtney Conron, Lauren Thorpe, Hannah Zoller, Elena Cross Second Row Julie Seifert, Amanda Dale, Jonathan Walker, Lizz Collins, Nora DeGeorge, Seth Snyder, Leah Cohen Third Row Maggie Seizer, Andy Evensen, Alie Griffin, Jennifer Deluca, Eric Mollo, Kristi Addleman Back Row Bryan Ferlez, Eva Domalski, Charlie Heim, Meredith AI money, Chris Ritter, Amber Yearick.
Band Flutes, Oboes, and Bassons Front Row Molly Selzer, Julie Lamb, elps, Rena Leone , Nicole Slike, Emma Klinefelter, Lindsay Hauser, Sarah ;ond Row Lauren Kern, Rachel Walter, Kelly Greenland, Alissa Zawoyski, tzer, Natasha Dinsmore, Emilee Szabo, Hari Venkatachalam Back Row >ett, Sarah Crouse, Ellen Varner, Elizabeth Foard, Aeb Byrne, Allurie Allison Lau, Lindsay Knepp, Kelly Aubuchon.
Chamber Singers Front Row Robbie Hackman, Stephanie Kleinert, Elizabeth Foard, Christie McKinney, Tabitha Crane, Michael Burrows Back Row Scott Warburton, Andrew Munn, Tobias Squier-Roper, Chris Lentz, Carl Sherlock.
s
ACCLMTY~
AFRICAN AMERICAN SUPPORT GROUP~
ANIMECLUB~AUIOCLUB~CHAMBERSINGERS~CHEF~s
CLUB~ CHESS CLUB~ CONCERTCHOm
Chef's Club Front Row Adviser Barbara Whittaker, Oliy Likhonin, Felicia Crane, Rachel Svabek, Melanie Fleck, Josh Richards , Chad Horner Back Row Lindsay Knepp, William Baker, Dan Eissenstat, Kyle Fetaer, Sarah Carson, Jeremy Cecere, Joe Corrado.
Chess Club Front Row Justin Thompson , Christopher Kowalski, John Lesieutre, Angad Kalra, Justin Onusic, Wook Choe Back Row Emily Chu, Elliott Ferguson, Yash Malhotra, Michael Hayward , David Liu.
Concert Choir Altos Front Row Alie Griffin, Potsy Potalivo, Emma Klinefelter, Katy Rommel, Marg Mullin, Olga Dovgal Second Row Elizabeth Foard, Miranda Libkin, Sylvie Frank, Alanna Desmond, Meghann Esposie, Elizabeth Mills, Cynthia Lin, EfTlily Seigfried Back Row Kristi Addleman, Tabitha Crane, Anna Pillot, Leigh McGrath, Jessica Lichty, Carly Phelps, Becky Hulet, Michaela Herr.
Concert Choir Basses Front Row Jordan Canner, Tom Pogue, Chis Irvin, Regis Cleary, Peter George, Briton Westerhaus Second Row Charlie Helm, Scott Warburton, Mark Ulbrecht, Justin Wilson, Chris Lentz, Chris Reeves Third Row Paul Leah, Dan May, Ben Finch, Tobias Squier-Roper, Andrew Munn, Nate Glocke, Jonathan Stupar.
Concert Choir Tenors Front Row Rich Scott, Matt Aggon, Marty Coyle, Hari Venkatachalam Second Row Jesse Betlyon, Michael Burrows, Justin Pifer, Rob Jones, Carl Sherlock Back Row Robbie Hackman, Daniel Willis, Brian Burn.
Concert Choir Sopranos Front Row Monica Bojan, Lisa Lizz Collins, Stephanie Kleinert, Kelly Edwards, Alison Ya
Front Row Emily Chu, Adriane Woodle, Amy Madison Back Row
ardon, Adviser Mrs. Shirley Donovan, Meredith Tamminga, Will Mills.
Club Front Row Adviser Mr. Scott Miller, Erica Haviland, Nivedita 1, Angela Yen, Meg Hoover, Larisa Heiphetz, Vineeta Agarwala, Deepa Amy Bowersox Second Row Kate Sobel, Allie Zeger, Larizza Woskob, , Matt Lachman , Sarah Muscarella, Divya Sinha Back Row Bhavnanjali 路ie Kephart, Kopal Kulkarni , Rachna Lal, Anup Das, Greg Geusic, Alden
Dance Marathon Committee Front Row Adviser Mrs. Kathy Yingling, Natalie Little, Patsy Potalivo, Carolyn Cicippio, Monique Maslak, Paul Fine, Joseph Deii'Aquila, Safia Jenkins Second Row Kacie McClintic, Tiffany Glab, Andrea Gall, Karle Yingling, Erin Eden, Am ina Gilyard, Nicole Jenkins, Shandell Posey, Ben Brewer Back Row Chelsea Vanderlinden, Jennifer Szklinski, Kaitlin Griffith, Nicki Zimmerman, Jony Rommel, Jessica Novak, Christie Sutton, Catherine Krumrine, Paul Cheong Lee, Tyson Daniels.
Fine Arts Club Front Row John Orland, Matt Beard, Luke Marion, Matt Smith, Anna Cunningham , Samantha Kline, Anne Selego, Angie Farrell, Adviser Mr. Robert Placky Back Row Jesse Betlyon, Anna Carlsen , Marissa Gesell, Kaitlyn Pettengill, Christina Musumeci, Larissa Simpson, Bridget Simpson, Maggie Seizer.
Club Front Row Sunyoung Chon , Adviser Mrs. Martha Young Back Row .achinskaja, James Crowley, Zoha Memari, Daniel Lai.
Freshman Senate Front Row Patrick Bradley, Sarah Kunkle, Lizzie Elliott, Adviser Miss Evans Not pictured: Eddie Sommer.
usi ness Leaders of America Front Row Meg han Mason, Colleen Hanelly, Ohs, Kelsey Maxin, Emily Dabney, Setareh Davosdzadch, Courtney :econd Row David Adewumi, Erin Geiser, Alana McNichol, Vania Cao, rrell, Laura Hayward, Adviser Mrs. Kelly Pifer Back Row Joe Gaetano, rivnak, Dennis Shen, Linette Lopez, Kristin Derabase, Jesse Smeltzer.
Future Farmers of America Front Row Troy Bayletts, Michelle Spearly, Nicole Harman, Jennifer Grenoble, Lisa Hilbert, Adviser Mr. Paul Heasley Second RoW Nat Chyle, Sara Ashcraft, Kelly Ashcraft, Lauren Owens, Alicia McCullan Back Row Heath Moore, Joshua Neff, David Kessling, Nick Peters, Nick Exarchos, Andy Gumma.
Coffeehouse~ DanceMarathon~ Debate Team~ FineArtsOub~
Frendl Oub~ F~bman Senate~ FB~ FF~ Cennan Cub~ futernational Students Oub~ Jazz Bands~ Junior Senate~ Key Oub
German Club Front Row Adviser Frau Kim Geiger, Ashley Horner, Kristyna Smulligan, Monica Bojan, Jillian Woolridge Second Row Mike Stewart, Jon Bojan, Jay Helms, Aleigha Cessna, Cory Daniels, Feryne McSweeny, Julie Seifert Back Row Adviser Eric Smith, Jennifer Brown, John Rossman, Stephen Burrows, Paul Lee, Emily Aubuchon
International Students Club Front Row Eunji Suh, Sunyoung Chon, Rehan Megren, Ivy Lin , Yui Yamauchi, Sayake Yao, Adviser Mr. Nick Petnick Second Row Jina Koo, Jie Min Yoo , Dae Jak Lee, Fu-Ping Jia, Steven Ma Third Row Na-ri Hong, Bonyoung Koo, Ernest Ossu-Asame, Han Joo Lee, Hyung Rak Choi Back Row Sabina Begluk, Brandon Kong , Kevin Kim , Evan Chang, Paul Lee, Faheem Khaj a.
Jazz Ban d 1 Front Row Charl ie Heim, George Malek, Danny Wolfe, Aeb Byrne, Chris Ritter, Caleb Rebarchek, Bryan Gillespie, Seth Snyder, Greg Johnson Back Row Chris Wharton, Jordan Conner, Matt LeRoy, Andrew Cimbala, Kristin Yahner, Andrew Munn, Meredith Byron, Steve Menotti, Alii Gilmour, Meredith Tamminga.
Jazz Band 2 Front Row Nick Gabrovsek, Chad Ebersole, Meredith Almoney, Kristi Addleman, Geoff Landers-Nolan, Sarah Shafer Second Row Scott Warburton, Robbie Hackman, Chris Lentz, Josh Eden , Greg Sinn, Christi Canner, Margaret Byron Back Row Daniel Stouffer, James Hall, Matt Wolfgang , Bryan Cohen, Mack Mixon, Cliff Cunningham, Taylor Schulz, Eric Lee.
Junior Senate Eric Myers, Luke Marion, Kevin Ward.
Key Club Front Row Erin Geiser, Kristin Derabase, Angie Fa Jean Kim, Jaime Bachmann, Katy Rommel, Adviser Mrs. RowMeghan Mason, Bonnie Pedlow, Samantha Shoffner, s t,•nn<>niAtr. Gilmour, Ashleigh Lang, Catherine Varner, Lindsay Hauser, Row Zoha Memari, Megan Propst, Kayla Stidsen, Lisa IM:>•nrl••tt::. Bannon, Megan Brach, Erica Haviland, Jony Rommel, Shirk.
ge Masters Front Row Sarah Parker, Mengchao Wu, Larissa Woskob, Shushan, Angela Yen, Sasha Krol, Yash Malhotra Second Row John :1, Therese Jones, Anup Das, Vineeta Agarwala, Monica Guo, Jesse !rg Third Row Tony Cardell, Ylaine Gerardin, Lisa Gunaydin, Jaline 1, Nate Ryan Back Row Scott Huffard, Justin Onusic, Dave Long, Dennis Rose, Pu Liu.
Latin Club Front Row Stephen Cieply, Emily Aubuchon, Michail Kreuter, Anshul Kumar Back Row Adviser Harry Freeman, Greg Geusic, John Lesieutre, Justin Onusic, Erica Driscoll.
igest Front Row Kathy Shillenn, Jenny Fang, Pompa Debroy, Samantha Gould, :udolph, Erin Tkach, Zach Kelly, Vivekinan Ashok, Adviser Marilyn Jones Second Jma Frumento, Megan Coursen, Sandy Zeger, Mandy Suhey, Tia Bochnakova, 1iland, Brandon Stiver, Asad Haider Third Row Katie Chase, Lauren Guzik, Caley talya Lakhtakia, Paul Fine, Brent Sandmeyer-Swails, Jon Swart, Brian Baker Back (Bevins, Ryan Colwell, Adam Massaro, Ben Baldner, Gabe Norwood, Dan Duffy, Curtis Fenton, Eric Schoonmaker.
little Lion Yearbook Front Row Hanna Xu, Jenny Fang, Pompa Debroy, Paloma Frumento, Samantha Gould, Nadine Rudolph, Erin Tkach, Zach Kelly, Kathy Shillenn Second Row Jessica Hovick, Brooke Reidy, Megan Coursen, Sandy Zeger, Mandy Suhey, Tia Bochnakova, Erica Haviland, Brandon Stiver, Anne Han Third Row Rebecca Eggebeen, Katie Chase, Lauren Guzik, Caley Mark, Natalya Lakhtakla, Brent Sandmeyer-Swails, Jon Swart, Brian Baker, Tyler Constable Back Row Alex Raup, Ryan Colwell, Adam Massaro, Ben Baldner, Gabe Norwood, Dan Duffy, Curtis Fenton, Eric Schoonmaker, Adam Schrantz.
Singers Men Front Row Rob Jones, Caleb Rebarchak, Justin Pifer, Chris â&#x20AC;˘m Pogue, Hari Venkatachalam Second Row Rich Scott, Marty Coyle, Mark t, Chris Reeves, Nate Glocke, Sean Griffin, Michael Burrows Third Row Canner, Paul Leah, Ben Finch, Peter George, Carl Sherlock, Briton 1aus Back Row Chris Lentz, Scott Warburton, Robbie Hackman, Tobias ~oper, Andrew Munn, Brian Burn, Jon athan Stupar.
Master Singers Women Front Row Monica Bojan, Tabitha Crane , Stephanie Kleinert, Sylvie Frank, Alexa Krepps, Stephanie Lowden Second Row Miranda Libkin, Maggie Lee, Kristi Addleman, Anna Fallon, Elizabeth Mills, Becky Hulet, Kelley Edwards, Alison Yarnal Back Row Elizabeth Foard, Jessica Lichty, Christie McKinney, Anna Pillet, Rachel Walter, Linette Lopez, Ashley Bortner.
3 1ee Club Front Row Carl Sherlock, Brian Burn, Tom Pogue, Ben Woika, Jhnson, Bryan Gillespie, Gale Plute Back Row Marty Coyle, Chris Lentz, ~ebarchak, Andrew Munn, Peter George, Briton Westerhaus, Will Mills, n Burrows.
Mock Trial Front Row Meghan Mason, Maeve Scanlon, Allie Zeger, Sarah Park, Paloma Frumento, Matthew Lachman Second Row Ryan Vlastelicda, Dan Greenberg, Elizabeth Foard , Meg Hoover, Phil Yen, Alden Yener Back RoW Adviser Scott Miller, T.J. Rogers, Eva Domalski, Mitch Lillie, Greg Geusic, Adviser Steve Lachman
JS
paz
KnowledgeMasters!)latinCLub!)lions!)~litdelionYear足
boo~MasterSingers!)MeffsGlocOub!)M<KkTrial!)ModelUN!)
Ninth CrndeBand!)NinthCrndeChoir
Model United Nations Front Row Maggie Seizer, Katrina Nousek, Kristen Marrone, Allie Zeger, Nivedita Shushan. Back Row Dan Greenberg , Mitch Lillie, Greg Geusic, Theresa Knoppers .
Ninth Grade Band Brass and Percussion Front Row Norman Harris, William Napkil, Cory Daniels, Julie Cutler, Tommy Stumpf, Will Hughes Second Row Margaret Byron, Christi Canner, Jordan Adams, Cody Goss, Eric Nordberg, Meg Hoover Back RowAaron Muscarella, Robert Petkac, Josh Eden, Andrew Park, Nate Westrick, Daniel Shore, Ellis Dunklebarger.
Ninth Grade Band Clarinets, Saxophones and Trumpets Front Row Daniel Valenza, Kelsey Lope, Michael Hayward , Maggie Harbison , Taylor Schu lz, Travis Guthrie Second Row Nadia Mohammed, Steph Gilmour, Danielle Hoover, Chad Ebersole, Tom Conkling, Lindsey Melia, Courtney Hauser Third Row Bryan Gillespie, Travis Guthrie, Kyle Horne, John Brumbaugh, Patrick Sabol, Will Farnsworth, Osei Jenkins, Julie Hulet Back Row Greg Johnson, Kyle Ganow, Stephanie Hackman, Cliff Cunningham, Mark Mixon, Zack Haas, Brenton Stevens, Robert Downey, Brandon Curtis.
Ninth Grade Band Flutes, Oboes and Bassoons Front Row Katie Martin, Sarah Shafer, Kat Supina, Lauren Knobloch, Mary Downs, Marie Gildow, Bonnie Pedlow Second Row Lindsey Rhodes, Samantha Bernecker, Samantha Shoffner, Mel aura Homan-Smith, Lucia Parry, Sarah Haviland, Cathy Varner, Briana Ragan Third Row Trista McClenahan, Nicole Long , Ashley ltinger, Melinda Battles, Chelsea McCartney, Erin Corless, Erin Justice.
Ninth Grade Choir Altos Front Row Kelsey Lope, Samantha Shoffner, Lauren Knobloch, Annamarie McDannel, Leticia Torres, Nicole Long Second Row Megan Christner, Bonnie Pedlow, Katie Martin, Megan Kensinger, Ashley DeArmitt, Stephanie Baker, Kara Smith Third Row Sarah Lowry, Stephanie Gilmour, Feryne McSeeny, Jen Fawell, Aleigha Cessna, Susie Battles, Melaura Homan-Smith, Emma Futhey Back Row Margaret Byron , Stephanie Hackman, Abby Nickerson, Julie Hulet, Liz Hartman, Megan Decoteau , Ashley ltinger
Ninth Grade C hoi r Sopranos Front Row Jilli Woolridge, Tabatha Yen , Jon Rommel, Brooke Reidy, Samantha Bernecker, Abigail Maggie Harbison, Mckenzie Madore, Lucia Parry, Jessica penter, Kathryn Supina, Sarah Weaver, Sarah Shafer, Jeana Spearly, Hillary Ward, Christi Canner, Catherine Kru Courtlyn Roser-Jones, Abigail Beddall, Beth Ulbrecht
ChoirTenors and Basses Front Row Nate Connolly, Ivan Panchenko', n, Cory Daniels, Greg Faison Second Row Robert Caldwell, Chris Saba, '· Cliff Cunningham, Matt Vratarich, Beau Wellman Back Row Dominick ei, Joel Waters, Chris Roeber, Mack Mixon, Bryan Gillespie, Brandon Curtis
Group 1 Front Row Laura Cole, Stephanie Kleinert, Melissa Fleck, Mia Signs, Katie Elliott, instock-Gallagher, Karen Chu, Sandy Zhao, Leah Liu, Nivedita Shushan Second Row Ingrid onny Fang, Danielle DiRalmo, Janet Alley, Abigail Martin, Dave Long, Monica Guo, Meg han •ba Belegundu, Deepa Sen, Vlneeta Agarwala, Clara Brasseur Third Row Stephanie Benson, Jt, Jessica Cho, Therese Jones, Jennifer Leed y, Kurt Kroeker, Monica Ginegerich, Christina 3indu Pisupatl, Amanda Wise, Na-ri Hong, Sarah Angelone Back RowAyesha Fraser, Caroline cott Warburton, Chris Wharton, Daniel Karduck, Peter Walz, Alex Nickerson, Tim Voigt, David
Ninth Grade Orchestra Front Row Lahiru Fernando, Jason Ma, Angela Yen, Liz Elliott, Sarah Kunkle, Larissa Woskalo, Malea Hetrick, Christa Tussey Second Row Julee Fenstermacher, Emily Chu, Lauren Sawarynski, Andrew Harden, Samantha Shoffner, Jayne Horner, Kelly Mangan Third Row Jane An, Yash Malhotra, Jonathan Bojan, Stephanie Baker, Dylan Sullivan, Titus 0 Back Row Rahul Krishnu, Chris Roeber, Dominic Misja, Jenn Cross, Roland Jean, Upal Sarker, Dan Collins
Orchestra Group 2 Front Row Rachel Walter, Rena Leone, Elena Cross, Hannah Zoller, Sarah Wise Second Row Alii Gilmour, Christy LaBarca , Katrina Nousek, Jason Smutz, Lauren Kern, Rachel De Rosa Back Row Kristin Yahner, Andrew Cimbala, Scott Warburton, Gale Plute, Jordan Conner, Bryan Ferlez, Eric Brune,
~ate ~!22!:!~~~-~;=:~==~==~::::;:;;i1ii;;;::;;;;ill
:lub Front Row Lauren Tanner, Ben Danz, Tariq Kowalski , adviser Jon ee Back Row Dae Jak Lee, Han Joo Lee , Sarah Carson , Bonyoung Koo
diators Front Row Mike Cicippio, Kelsey Lope, Jony Rommel Back Row <aren Stoehr, Alex Raup, Sarah O'Shea, Latoya Herd , Vivekinan Ashok
Peer Listeners Front Row Erinn Latta, Cynthia Lin, Natasha Dinsmore , Leslie Cooke, Mickey Rehring Second Row Kelly Conran, Rebecca Eggebeen, Eliza Stong, CJ Malgieri, David Adewumi, Sara Roser-Janes Back Row Mike Malgieri, Jared Bender, Bobby Vruwink, Lindsay Hauser, Laura Foley, Emily Seigfried
Pottery Club Front Row Kacie McClintic, Sara Farag , Kaitlin Squire, Will Farnsworth adviser Holly Fay Second Row Kris Kollman, Trevor Swope, Ingrid Boedker, Jessica Yang, Lauren Reed, Alex Curtis, Jennifer Cross, Kevin Daug henbaugh adviser James Ritchey Back Row Monique Dowdy, Kelly Babcock, Ali Zawoyski, Sasha Krol, Emily Harris, Amanda Dale, Suemin Jeon, Noah Johnson
NinthCradeChoir~NinthCradeOnh~ Onh~ Outing Oub~ Peer Listeners~ Peer Mediators~ Pottery Cub~ Ren Faire Committee~SADD~ScienreOlympiad~SeniorSenate~ Sopho-
moreSenate~ SpanishOub
r Renaissance Committee Front Row Walter Weiss, Alexa Krepps, Sana Malik Second Row Ali Zawoyski, Diana Geleskie, Meredith Tamminga, Lisa Geleskie Back Row Nicole Slike, Peter George, Stephen Place
SADD Front Row Samantha Shoffner, adviser Karen Stoehr, Meg han Mason Back Row Jess Lauer, Erin Eden, Katie Rockey, T.J. Rodgers, Tricia McMiniment
Science Olympiad Front Row Elaine Gerardin, Angela Yen, Em ily Chu, Vineeta Agarwala, Mandy Zhao, Lu Feng Second Row Anup Das, Mengchao Wu , Jaline Gerardin, Ming Yi, Sandy Zhao, Leah Liu, Monica Guo Back Row Adviser Jack Lyke, Greg Geusic, Vivekinan Ashok, Alden Yener
Senior Senate Front Row Adviser Kathy Yingling, Joe Deii'Aquila Back Row Monique Maslak, Paul Fine, Ben Brewer
Sophomore Senate Frc nt Row Adviser Marianne Myers, Erinn Latta , adviser Shea McGowan Back Row Rebecca Eggebeen, Sylvie Frank
Spanish Club Front Row Jane An, Marie Gildow Back Row ~<"<>t;o'Do.,hLrnlâ&#x20AC;˘ Rita O'Connell, adviser Steven Klebacha.
......
[1':) ,..........
~Cl ub Front Row Rachel Svabek, Michelle Phillips, Kristi Gumma, Kayla lack Row Matthew McClellan, Laura Krider, Jess Felton, Amanda Ivory.
Student Athletic Trainers Front Row Aaron Brumbaug h, Caroline Phillips, Lindsay Hauser Back Row ATC Sarah Tyson, ATC Adam Day, ATC Wes Pedersen.
iovernment Front Row Patsy Potalivo, Meghan Bisbey, Kate Sobel, n, Mike Stewart, Aja Konstas, Corey Tilghman Second Row Ramadan dus, Allison Popp, Justin Wilson, Alie Griffin, Colleen Hanelly, Casey lack Row Rob Albro, Josh Young, Andrew Lowry, John Wolin, Kristen len Brewer.
Symphonic Band Brass and Percussion Front Row Daniel Wolfe, Nicholas Pedatella, Alii Gilmour, Brad Alters, Scott Huffard, Vince Fiore, Heidi Cone Second Row Jean Kim, Katrina Nousek, Richie Hoover, Christy LaBarca, Meredith Byron, Jason Smutz , Gale Plute Third Row Jayson Harpster, Andrew Cimbala, Greg Sinn, Stephen Menotti, Cory Baumgarten, Matt LeRoy, Kristin Yahner, Meredith Tamminga, Bryan Cohen Back Row Scott Warburton, Robbie Hackman, Jordan Canner, Adam Smith, Eric Brune, Chris Wharton, Andrew Munn, Matt Wolfgang.
~ic
Band Woodwinds Front Row Sara Wallace, Divya Sinha, Courtney Leone, Lauren Thorpe, Hannah Zoller, Rachel DeRosa Second Row 1en, Lauren Kern, Julie Seifert, Julie Lamb, Elena Cross, Kelly Greenland, 1woyski, Andrea Gall Back Row Maggie Seizer, Rachel Walter, Carly )ae Jak Lee, Sarah Crouse, Emilee Szabo, Ashleigh Lang , Natasha ~. Kelly Aubuchon, Sarah W ise, Caleb Rebarchak. ' ~ena
le Band Woodwinds Front Row Emily Aubuchon, Dianne Aubuchon, Summer King, Nicole Rubin, Kristin Holsing, Alison Gaylo Second Row Sara Wallace, Maggie Lee, tosa, Kate Ascah, Danielle Gallagher, Stephanie Lowden, Jesse Greenberg, Andrea low Jasmina Corey, Kevin Lamont, Caroline Schwartz, Allison Mitchell, Liz Kranch, lft, Julia Degeratu, Caitlin Bailey, Catherine Palchak Back Row Andrew Schoonmaker, 1rchak, Nick Gabrovsek, Cara McCorkel, Kris Voigt, Nathan Hzi, Wes Borden, Tim Jrie Kiser, Kelly Timney, Avery Peechatka.
1,
Tenth Grade Band Brass Fron t Row Steve Ritter, Kevin Dobash, Nate Glocke, Heidi Cone, Lisa Geleskie Second Row Austin Ostrowski, Mitch Lillie, Tom Bonsall, Ben Woika, Kristin Yahner, Meredith Tamminga Third Row Matt Bell, Ryan Tancibok, Stephen Burrows, Cale Plute, Matt Wolfgang, Amy Dull Back Row Paul Johnson, Jen Hutton, Andrew Visnovsky, Christian Horn , Evan Rowland, Kevin James, John Horn.
-----
Tenth Grade C hoir Altos Front Row Stacy Newburg , Rebecca Thurman-Irons. Alii Walz, Samantha Melonas, Dianne Aubuchon, Nicole Rubin Second Row Elsa Ghaffari, Rachel DeRosa, Kate Ascah, Julia Degeratu, Liza Krane, Anna Pillot, Emily Aubuchon Back Row Kelly Frazier, Cara McCorkel, Caroline Schwartz, Meredith Tamminga, Christy Cannon, Kate Packer, Becca Zong.
STA1EOub~StudentAthleticTrniners~StudentCovernmen~ SymphonicBand~ TenthCradeBattd~ TenthCradeOtoir~Thes-
pians~TSA .
Tenth Grade Choir Bases and Tenors Front Row Cale Plute, Chris Irvin, Sean Griffin Second Row Caleb Rebarchak, Stephen Burrows, Ben Woika , Evan Rowland Back Row Chris Reeves, Nate Glocke, Keith Hardin, Peter George, Ryan Coons.
Tenth Grade Choir Sopranos Front Row Kelley Edwards, Summer King, Megan Lawrence, Mandy Zhao, Divya Sinha, Sunny Roh Second Row Christina Vandenbergh, Beth Snyder, Maggie Lee, Stephanie Lowden, Danielle Gallagher Third Row Janet Alley, Ashley Blake, Caroline Sheehan, Mary Gale, Jillian Merriwether-deVries, Melissa Duckworth Back Row Bethany Cummings, Allison Mitchell, Jasmine Corey, Caitlin Bailey, Andrea Gall, Sylvie Frank, Lisa Geleskie.
Th espians Group 1 Front Row Lauren Knobloch, Samantha Bernecker, Paloma Frumento, Jillian Merriwether-deVries, Kelley Edwards, Walker Faison, Renea Romesberg, Kelsey Lope, Stephanie Gilmour Second Row Krysta Koubek, Nicole Soltis, Amanda Karl, Abigail Beddall, Sylvie Frank, Stephanie Hackman, Bonnie Pedlow, Anna Pillot, Matt Vratarich Back Row Samantha Shoffner, Sarah Haviland, Emma Futhey, Christi na Carpenter, Kate Ascah, Lillie Kilburn, Emily Reeder, Amanda Ogden, Caitlin Bailey, Kyle McPherson.
Thespians Group 2 Front Row Potsy Potalivo, Alie Griffin, Jessie Hessler, Hari Venkatachalam, Rachel Shaak, Eva Heppelmann, Laura Cole, Brian Davey Second Row Claire Schulz, Christen Brown, Justin Pifer, Andrea Afflitto, Sarah Nelson, Allayn Salter, Nora DeGeorge, Sarah Vanland ingham, Rachel Eisemann Back Row Jennifer Leedy, Jen Wilterdink, Lizz Collins, Scott Warburton, Eric Mollo, Regis Cleary, Andrew Munn, Brian Leyde, Rachel De Rosa.
Thespians Group 3 Front Row Stephanie Kleinert, Jane Dzielski, Abby Minor, Sarah Kechman, Alexa Krepps, Melanie Fleck, Adviser Jill Campbell, Adviser Sharon Pearson Second Row Mark Ulbrecht, Miranda Libkin, Rachel Barthmaier, Michael Burrows, Lilly Roy, Tom Pogue, Andrea Mitchell, Anne Taylor, Jessica Felton Back Row Christie McKinney, Robbie Hackman, Brian Burn, Tobias SquierRoper, Nevin King, Peter Walz, Luke Fox, Daniel Karduck, Joshua Young .
Technology Students Assoc iation (TSA) Front Row lan Sh¢a1Km;kij Marissa Gesell, Frances Chung, Kaitlyn Charmbury, Patrick Vernon Second Row Jesse Rodgers, Mike Royer, Michael Wiegand, Keith Smerbeck Back Row Dan Clark, Lee, Sid lyer.
etisCleeOub!l WotkFxperim~ WSCIL outh and Coonnnm~ Math Oub!l VI~ lro tlub!l Band
's Glee Club Front Row Megan Lawrence, Beth Snyder, Kelsey Lope, =>edlow, Alanna Desmond, Stephanie Kleinert , Katie Martin, Kat Supina Row Ann Fritton, Krysta Koubek, Meredith Byron, Sarah Tolan , Julia J , Stephanie Lowden , Stephanie Baker Back Row Christi Canner, Maggie rah Shafer, Nora DeGeorge, Lizz Collins, Christie McKinney, Courtlyn Jnes.
Work Experience Grou p 1 Front Row Chloe Hyder, Andrea Otto, Chelsea Martin, Diana Dorio, Erica Roan, Curtis Addleman, Lindsey Laird , Sarah Carson, Courtney Black Second Row Scott Kephart, Jennifer Williams, Corinne Campbell, Kris Crassweller, Sarah Cross, Frank Peno, Brandon Summers Third Row Brandon Gibboney, Missy Smith, Cory Wincek, Ken Boland, Jon Sunner, Rob Sprout, Christian Arnold, Chuck Gale Back Row Brian Marynak, Chad Horner, Lindsay Knepp, Corey Foster, Paul Lansberry, Shawn McKeun.
perienc e Group 2 Front RowE ric Haffner, Jason Hastings, Mandy Gates, :arlin, Sarah Carson, Nicole Stephens, Connie Gilbert Second Row Hummel, Tommee Gordon, Zach Edson, Emerson Day, Jessica Leonard , hop, Joanna Santana, Sanatra Charles Back Row Josh Gerber, Clark 3arrett Girouard, Curt Johnson, Zach Logan, Jason Hampton, Peter Mali.
WSCH Front Row Adviser Keith Thompson, Pompa Deb roy, Sandy Zeger, Nadine Rudolph, Katie Chase, Erin Tkach , Vivek Ashok, Adviser Judy Lysaker Second Row Anne Han, Paul Fine, Nick Bevins, Brent Sandmeyer-Swails, Erica Haviland, Brandon Stiver, Tyler Constable, Ryan Colwell Back Row Alex Raup, Natalya Lakhtakia , Ben Baldner, Adam Schrantz, Dan Duffy, Bryan Cohen , Jon Swart, Brian Baker.
nd Government Front Row Meghan Mason, Kristina Vandenbergh, canlon, Erin Mooney Back Row Alan Erdley,T.J. Rodgers, Caley Mark, p, Allie Zeger.
Math Club Front Row Han Joo Lee, Ben Yoo, Joseph Kraynak, John Lesieutre, Xi Ghao, Justin Onusic Back Row Ming Yi, Dennis Shen, Vania Cao, Omkar Bhat, Vineeta Agarwala, Tony Cardell, Natalya Lakhtakia, Adviser James Banyas.
)S
........... I
VICA Front Row, Adviser Ms. Whittaker, Olga Likhonin, Melanie Fleck, Felicia Crane, Lindsay Knepp , Joe Corrado, Kyle Fetzer Second Row Stephanie Kramkowski, Stephanie Byers, Rachel Svabek, Sarah Carson, Jeremy Cecere, Josh Richards Back Row William Baker, Dan Eissenstat, Chad Horner, David Kowach, David Hartman.
Leo Club Front Row Rachel Thomas, Sarah Muscarella, Matt Hershey, Katie Elliot, Adviser Ms. Amy Bowersox, Second Row Kaitlyn Pettengill, Colleen Chatlos, Momo Gray, Alissa Popovich , Jennifer Lang Back Row Ayesha Fraser, Ed Barton, Tanner Evak, Hannah Ryan.
Marching Band Banner Holders Lauren Burn, Erin Whitfield . Front Row Silk Coach Lori-l ynn Bower, Silk Coach Angela Kessling, Sherri Butts, Kelly Timney, Jaime Bachmann, Kevin Do bash , Ellis Dunillebarger, Robbie Horton, Cory Daniels, Jason Smutz, Daniel Stouffer, Cody Hosterman, Andrew Visnovsky, Daniel Shore, Jean Kim, Chris Wharton, Drum Major Jordan Canner, Director Richard Victor, Assistant Director Kim Lenaway, Assistant Director John Kovalchik, Dance Team Coach Romain Campbell, Jess Felton, Susie Battles. Second Row Dance Team Coach Rachel Edwards, Dance Team Adviser Phyllis Favorite, Courtney Vail, Rachel Svabek, Julianne Rose, Samantha Shoffner, Samantha Bernecker, Stephanie Lowden, Julia Degeratu, Andrew Schoonmaker, William Hughes , Brian Leyde, Stephanie Baker, Emily Aubuchon, Lindsay Knepp , Heidi Cone, Kelly Greenland, Hari Venkatachalam , Trista McClenahan, Liza Kranch, Kelly Aubuchon, Kelly Hoy, Lisa Hilbert, Rita Zell. Third Row lilly Roy, Dominque Davis, Ashley Rotz, Kara Federowicz, Rachel DeRosa, Melanie Fleck, Elizabeth Foard, Heidi Fetzer, Kaitlin Pope, Kathryn Supina, Sarah Weaver, Kristin Holsing, Catherine Palchak, Emilee Szabo, Allison Lau, Ellen Varner, Eva Domalski , Maggie Kaleita, Lauren Kern, Suzanne Miller, Sarah Haviland, Jennifer Deluca, Emma Klinefelter, Nicole Rubin, Tendayi Moyo, Jamie Weiler, Katie Hergenreder, Jen Morgart. Fourth Row Amanda Favorite, Jessica Olenoski, Jamie Little, Lauren Thorpe, Sara Wallace , Chelsea McCartney, Jessica Browne, Elena Cross, Hannah Zoller, Alison Gaylo, Caroline Schwartz, Ashleigh Lang, Ashley ltinger, Katie Tice, Cara McCorkel, Nick Gabrovsek, Robert Tompkins, Ben Hill, Jonathan Walker, Catherine Varner, Summer King, Dianne Aubuchon, Danielle Gallagher, Lauren Knobloch, Marie Gildow, Megan Lynn, Alexa Dilembo, Lisa Rivoir. Fifth Row Allison Colyer, Sarah Smith, Monika Torsell, Katie Martin, Chad Ebersole, Alex Lytle, Andrea Gall, Kate Ascah , John Braumbaugh , Kyle Horne, Stephanie Hackman, Sarah Wise, Bryan Gillespie, Christopher Shannon , Jayme Blunt, Avery Peechatka, Alexandra Shirk, Kris Voigt, Courtney Hauser, Mike Scala, Geoff Landers-Nolan, Kristi Addleman , Jasmine Leitzel, Myranda Martin, Tarin Wells, Lauren Tanner. Sixth Row Megan Haffner, Sunny Roh, Samantha Charney, Taylor Schulz, Daniel Valenza, Christopher Kowalski, Rob Jones, Matt L!iRoy, Margaret Byron, Christi Canner, Gale Plute, Adam Smith , Austin Ostrowski, Scott Warburton, Katrina Nousek, Kevin James, Brandon Curtis, Meredith Almoney, Charlie Heim, Chris Ritter, Caleb Rebarchak, Terran Ondik, Tia Bochnakova, Jessica Canedy. Seventh Row Kathryn Stetz, Elizabeth McCallips, Taylor Haight, Erin Justice, Margaret Harbison , Danielle Hoover, David Jones, Pau l Johnson , Brian Burn, Evan Rowland , Andrew Munn, Scott Huffard, James Hall , Aaron Muscarelfa, Matt Wolfgang, Brenton Stevens, Cliff Cunningham, Michael Burrows, Brad Alters, Kristin Yahner, Ben Woika, Matt Bell , Linsey Houtz, Maggi Sowk'l Kaitlin Griffith. Back Row Kristin Tkach, Jennifer Palmer, Kelly Frazier, Robert Petkac, Lisa Geleskie, Meredith Tamminga, Meredith Byron, Robbie Hackman, Geoffrey Scott, Nate Westrick, John Horn, Christian Horn , Jayson Harpster, Steve Ritter, Tommy Dorsey, Steve Menotti , Chris Lentz, Adam Houseman, Greg Sinn, Kade Poorman , Patrie Sabol, Alyssa Rumbaugh, Ashley Krupa, Chelsea Vanderlinden, Tiffany Glab.
The terrorist attacks on New York and Washington in September 2001 ushered in an era of 'war on terrorism' for the 21st century. President Bush identified Iraq, Iran, and North Korea as members of an "axis of evil" that were "arming to threaten the peace of the world." The terrorist support in Afghanistan was quickly extinguished with military strikes, and Bush proceeded further to forge a proactive policy on Iraq for its projected possession of weapons of mass destruction. Congress voted ove rwhelmingly to let the president have a free hand to take military action against Iraq. Determined to make the US's case to the world, the Bush administration oversaw the passage of UN Resolution 1441 in theSecurity Council which warned Iraq of"serious consequences" if it failed to comply with weapons inspections. Displeased with the slow
OWDIDiraq
progress of UN weapons inspection and convinced that war was the only option, the Bush administration drafted a second UN resolution j ustifying military action to disarm the Iraqi ruler, Saddam Hussein. The diplomatic maneuvers, however, found support from only a handful of countries in the UN with strong opposition to the war from countries such as Germany, Russia and France, the latter even threatening a veto. The US administration had been preparing for the war with heavy deployment of soldiers and armaments in the Arabian Gulf, and Bush finally gave an ultimatum on March 17, 2003, to Saddam Hussein to relinquish power within 48 hours or face an offensive. Addressing the Iraqi people, Bush said, "We will tear down the apparatus of terror, and we will help you to build a new Iraq that is prosperous and free. "
As the US led Coalition forces began fighting, opposition to the war continued intensively around the world as well as on the domestic front. The coalition forces were 300,000 strong and a campaign of "shock and awe" brought devastation to predetermined targets with 1000 guided missiles fired over a 24-hour period. Two weeks into the war, much of Iraq was brought under the control of the BritishAmerican coalition, ami dst pockets of resistance. The US reported military casualties of 101 soldiers dead, 11 missing, and seven captured. These seven POWs were rescued by Marines on April13. According to Iraqi sources, the war left 600 Iraqi civilians dead and over 4,000 wounded. With victory looming, Bush addressed the Iraqi people on April 10, 2003, and said, "A long period of cruelty is ending." by Vivekinan Ashok
ch
rly morning hours of Oc~002 marked the end of a ks shooting spree in the >n DC area which claimed 1d injured three others. uhammad (41) and John 1 (17) were found asleep :>let Caprice at a rest stop ;k County, MD, relieving 1 that had built in the surcommunities as people 1en the next attack would 1 of the fatal shootings, a •t was fired from a highIUn at a considerable dis-
d
lg
resided in Fairfax jail, facing capital murder charges for the shootings of linda Frankline and Dean Harold Myers. Malvo was originally placed in his own set of four jail cells with no other prisoners because of his juvenile status. However, after turning 18, he was moved to another part of the jail where· he had no physical contact with other prisoners. After further investigation, officials found that the pair were involved in a total of 19 shootings throughout Vi rginia , Maryland , the District, Georgia, Alabama and Louisiana, resulting in 13 deaths.
•Bombings in Bali, Indonesia180 dead •September 11 mastermind Khalid Mohammed captured .
• Chechen rebels seize Moscow theatre-117 dead •Osama bin Laden alive • Mailbox Bomber Luke Helder
Economic Turmoil
President George Bush outlines his economic policies to the Economic Club of Chicago. Bush wanted Congress to eliminate taxes on stock dividends and create a job-training program. API Wide World Photo
Ever since September 11, 2001 the United States e conom y has been trying to recover from a recession, but events of the last year have imp e de d e conomic growth . Corporate sca nda ls, stock market difficulties, and the possibility of more terrorist attacks gave the economy its share of bumps.
by Ben Baldner
When 14 year-old Elizabeth Smart was kid napped from her upsca le Salt Lake City home on June 5, 2002, the event was j ust anothertragedy amidst the di ffic ul ties fac ing America . However, happiness surfaced in t he end, when she was found alive on March 12, walking with her abductors Bri an M itchell and Wanda Barzee. The S ma rt fa mily
In an attempt to stimulate the economy, the Federal Reserve cut an important short-term interest rate to a 40-year low. However, stocks fell for the third straight year in 2002 and holiday spending had its worst results since first recorded in 1970. Oil prices hit two-year highs at the end of 2002 and it appeared that they
by BonBaldn"
would only continue to skyrocket. Corporate scandals rocked consumer confidence with more companies following the collapse of Enron in late Wo rld C om , 2001 . lmCione, Adelphia and Tyco all collapsed as a re sult of accounting fraud and over 30 executives were indicted on accounting malpractice . Oth e r bu sinesse s that fell victim to scandals included Me rrill L ync h , Johnso n & Johnson, Global Crossing , Citigrou p, and Arthur Anderson. CEO's were at the forefront of blame for their corrupt businesses. Al so not aiding the economy was the bankru ptcy of two major airlines, US Airways and United Airlines .
A
piece of debris from Space Shuttle Columbia was found in Texas after the shuttle broke up during reentry on February 1, 2003. All seven astronauts were killed in the accident including the first Israeli astronaut, llan Ramon. The strongest theory to the cause of the crash was that a piece of foam fell off the fuel tank and smashed the shuttle's left wing. AP!Wide World Photo
Ed and Lois Smart peer at a poster of their daughter, Elizabeth, during a city wide celebration of her return. AP/Wide World Photo months and appeared to have brainwashed her. Sources said that Smart had chances to escape or at least ca ll for help. The couple was charged with four first degree felony counts.
H undreds were sickened by a mysterious gastrointestinal illness on cruise ships.
w i ldfi res ravaged the Western United States during summer 2002. Colorado, California and Arizona feltthe brunt of the fires, whi ch burned over 3. 7 million acres ofland. ln late July there were 29 1arge fires--each 500 acres or more--in eight states.
fl oods swept across Europe, killing over 100 people and forcing1OO,OOO's to evacuate. Homes and building were washed away.
J P neumonia virus called SARS inflicted and killed people worldwide. It began in Asia and rapidly infected all continents .
J
never lost faith or hope. Elizabeth's younger sister, Mary Katheri ne, who witnessed the abduction, was hailed the hero in the case. She claimed that she knew the abductor to be a former handyman at the Smart home. Once a sketch of him was released Mitchell was caug ht and S mart found . Mitchell, a rel igious fanatic, traveled with Smart across the country durin g the nin e
Disasters
he 'Prestige' oil tanker broke into two before sinking into the Atlantic Ocean off Spain's coast in the Atlantic Ocean on November 19, 2002. The sunken tanker, which carried 19.6 mil lion gallons of fuel oil, threatened one of the worst enviromental disasters in history. A submarine pl ugged some of the cracks, preventing much of the oil from leaking.
wenty-one people perished in a nightclub stampede at the Epitome Night Club in Chicago on February 17. The mad rush for the exit was caused by a disturbance that police tried to break up using pepper spray. Later in the week 60 people died in a nightclub fire in Rhode Island. The inferno began after the pyrotechnics for the band went awry. AP!Wide World Photo
National News
~~7
,
~
av
no State
Winter leaves its mark
The ln-
1d Sciences v Building , rth Atherton expected to din Novemginganend urs and de. n Baldner
Z003 00 daneraised 18 for the e Maraac Hall . rld'slargrun phiarnered the Four Fund to en with 1eirfami-
nv school
Phi Delta Theta, nt, helped Bacardi State College aest Party Town ." ng came one week ceton Review rated number four party
Snow piles high on Scotia Road after a strong February snow storm. Despite the heavy snow, school was not canceled .photo and article by Ben Baldner
The winter season entered with a roar and left the same way. It all began with an icy Halloween storm that left thou-
IS
Ben Baldner
ubs nendment uor Code. w legislasuch as Players ¡erequired .haperone for every nder age Suhey
by Dan Duffy
â&#x20AC;˘
Faculty, students and staffofthe SCASD grieved on October 21,2002 , after the apparent murder of former school district superintendent Dr. William Opdenhoff and his wife, ins tru cti on a 1-s up port teacher Mrs. Georgeanne Opdenhoff. The two, who were found dead in their College Township home at 12:15 that morning, were remembered as caring educators who were always considerate of the needs of students. Dr. Opdenhoff held the position of superintendent
sands of residents without power for days. The early storm served as an omen for the brutal winter that would occur.
After significant snow in early December, the dream of a "White Christmas" became a reality as nine inches fell on Christmas morning. In January, area thermometers did not rise above freezing for several weeks. Winter picked up in February, dropping 30 inches of snow. The largest storm of the season occurred on February 16-17 when over 18 inches of snow blanketed the Centre region. By early March, AccuWeather reported that 68 inches of snow had fallen . After it appeared spring had finally arrived, five more inches fell on March 30 and four more on April 7, easily surpassing the season average of 45 inches.
to 1999. As a former el- Those of us who knew him ementary school teacher lost a good friend and coland principal, Opdenhoff league." devoted his time to estabOver a month after the lishing equanimity of re- murders , son Dan iel source distribution to the Opdenhoff was charged primary and secondary with the murder of his parschools in the district. ents. A diagnosed paraHe was important in es- noid schizophrenic, Daniel tablishing much of the was placed in a mental district's groundwork that facility before being sent still exists today . He to I 2003. started the planning process for what would later become the construction of Gray's Woods Elementary School and the expansion on Easterly Parkway Elementary. Said Mr. Cameron Bausch , "Dr. Opdenhoff was very supportive of our faculty, administrators and Daniel Opdenhoff is escorted support staff, and took the out of the f)i!=;lrir.t Justice
Incubus
onstruction
LP?ans for new movie complexes at Shiloh Road, Heister Street and the former Kmart site were proposed. Since all three theaters
Paris Creperie debuted on
could not be built, a battle ensued over which
West College Avenue near O.W.
ones would gel approval first. A 12 screen
Houts. The popular restaurant of-
cineplex featuring stadium style seating in the
fered crepes, pancake-like pastries
former Kmart lot won approval first. Construc-
filled with cheese , vegetables, fruits,
tion was set to begin as early as May.
or sweet fillings such as Nutella. New stores added in the Nittany Mall included Sam Goody, Aeropostale
ray's Woods Elementary School opened for
and Shenk & Tittle. photo by Ben Baldner
grades K-5 in September 2002. The school , which housed 414 students, was built after Matternville Elementary was closed because of Neighborhood Bar and Grill opened in late November, offering customers a myriad of food options. It was just one
Park Forest Elementary were also discussed. photo by Ben Baldner
ing of the new stretch of Interstate 99.
of many new businesses to open
Motorists anxiously awaited the $200
in the Colonnade; Michael's Arts
million, eight-mile stretch o f highway,
and Crafts and Petco also
which took four years to construct. The
opened ,
new section of Interstate 99 connected
Wegmans and Circuit City in
state Route 26 with U.S. Route 322 at the Park Avenue interchange. Once
1-99 construction. Easterly Parkway Elementary School underwent major renovations for the 2002-2003 school year and plans to renovate
joining
Target ,
the expanding shopping center. photo by Mandy Suhey
completed, 1-99 would connect two major PA roadways: the Pennsylvania Turnpike and Interstate 80. cor Photo
local Priest Accused
PI Mini by Ben Baldner
Three days, 240 feet underground in 55 degree water without food, cou ld not keep nine Pennsylvania miners from surviving. After 50 millions gallons of water gushed into the Quecreek Mine in Somerset, PA, in late July 2002, nine miners were trapped in an air pocket 240 feet underground. Other miners escaped and sought help. On July 28, 77 hours after entrapment, rescue workers drilled a rescue shaft down to the men and one-
to the surface. Remarkably, the miners only suffered from minor hypothermia. In order to maintain warmth, the men huddled around a 6-inch pipe giving off warm air that rescuers pushed into the air pocket. "When one would get cold, the other eight would huddle around the person and warm that person, and when another person got cold , the favor was returned," said trauma surgeon Dr. Russell Dumire at Memorial Medical Center in Johnstown .
by Casey Truax
The fourth of the nine trapped miners is pulled out of the rescue capsule on July 28.
In the midst of a nationwide scandal involving pedophi le priests, accusations arose against Reverend Martin McCamely, pastor of Our Lady of Victory (OLV) Catholic Church in State College. McCamley faced accusations that during a field trip he slept in the same bed with a young boy 35 years before. According to a Centre Daily Times article, "the diocese is accused of delaying the investigation s and of not reporting these new accusations to loca l authorities ... [as] promised as part of the church's new
zero-tolerance policy to combat child sex abuse." From his pulpit at OLV on a Sunday Mass, McCamley denied any improper behavior. He said that on the night of the field trip circumstances forced them to stay in a hotel outside of town. On a larger scale, a January 2002 Boston Globe article sparked a massive Catholic church sex abuse scandal. Much of the public outrage arose from reports that church officials covered u p crimina l behav ior. Priests across the nation were accused of pedophile acts.
I
1g a human 1ear future. >iseller, head ~imedonDe足
W02 a baby
the day be::lisclosed losult of a sueIn cloning. -pound new" Eve" by the 1s a clone of d American donated her ing, had the lanted, and h by caesarThe claim ified due to lure to pro,ddence that { scientific cloning. , Clonaid ex-
pected that a total of four more human clones would be born in North America, Europe, and Asia "in the next several weeks ." Despite the common belief of a "cloning craze" in the scientific world, scientists ian Wilmut, Dolly's creator, and Richard Gardener, chairman of a cloning Royal Society were "set against attempts at reproductive human cloning." Reasons favoring human cloning ranged from the need to supply organs, to resolve infertility, to seek eternal life. Though the United States has not yet passed legislation, the FDA has prohibited and the House of Representatives has voted to ban human cloning in the U.S.
shion Trends
New Discovenes on IfJli! il and Space by Ben Baldner In July 2002, scientists announced the discovery of a 7 million year old skull which they believed could be a key link to evolution. The Toumai skull found in northern Chad , Africa dates back to when scientists think humans and chimpanzees branched off into their own lineages. The skull was assigned a new genus and species, but after further examination , scientists argued whether it was human , ape, or a combination. Whatever it came from , it was undoubtedly a significant discovery in the science world. Scientists also found how a man and a mouse differ when they success-
full genetic sequence. Of demonstrated a tenfold the 30,000 genes that men increase in optical capacand mice have, 300 are ity. With the revital ized unique to each mammal. telesco pe, astronomers More evi- = = = = = = = = = were able to locate differdence sur- "This is a very exciting ent types of faced in the find. It expands our black holes global warmknowledge of early that cou ld ing theory afevolution." help explain tera Decem-Anthropologist fan the formation ber meeting Tattersall on discovery of galaxies. A of the Ameriof Tournai skull nebula that can Geo-====== = = = looks like a physical Union. The union said that rose and a galaxy larger the warming trend is melt- than the Milky Way were ing Greenland's ice sheet, also discovered. Finally, data sent back reducing the amount of ice in the Arctic Ocean, and from the Odyssey spacethreatening human envi- craft on Mars showed that the planet has extensive ronments. Meanwhile additional amounts of water in the discoveries were made in form of ice , which helps outer space. After the support the theory of life Hubble Space Telescope on the Red Planet.
1
1
1
TV Gets Realitv Check TV in 2002 was full of tearful good-byes , milemarkers and some welcome--and very unwelcome--introduction s. Reality TV made the strongest mark this year raking in more viewers and creating much more publicity. The ABC mini-series "Joe Millionaire" mixed love and money, as did th e first installment of ABC's "The Bachelorette", a take off on the original "Bachelor". Fox's "American Idol" continued to draw viewers and hit high notes amongst viewers with its sequel to the original , as did further CBS "Survivor" episodes. America's favorite family, "The Simpsons", celebrated its 300th episode.
Pop star Michael Jackson received criticism for holding his infant son over a balcony while greeting fans in Germany. A controversial television program featured his atypical life.
The Osbourne family pose at the Emmy Awards. From left are Kelly, Ozzy, Sharon, Robert Marcato and Jack. Marcato Is an 18year-old friend of Kelly's who recently moved in with the family after his mother died of the same type of cancer afflicting Sharon. API Wide World Photo
Some other series were not so lucky to see anything near a 300 mark, as the HBO series "Sex in the
City" bowed out. Controversy also swirled over whether "The Soprano's" and "Friends" would return next season.
M edia mogul Martha Stewart came under fire when she sold over 4,000 shares of lmCione stock a day before the company's stock plummeted. AP!Wide World Photo
O scar-nominee actress Winona Ryder was found guilty of grand theft and felony vandalism on November 6, 2002 . Ryder shoplifted over $5,500 in merchandise from Saks Fifth Avenue. She was sentenced to three years of probation, 480 hours of community servi ce an d several fines. APIWideWorldPhoto
Richard Gere and Renee Zellweger celebrate their Golden Globe awards for their acti!lg in the musical Chicago. API Wide World Photo
â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘
Jennifer Lopez's love life with actor Ben Affleck overshadowed her music and movie careers. The couple drew immediate attention and soon became Hollywood's hottest new couple, replacing Brad Pitt and Jennife r Aniston . Affleck was Lopez's third husband. API Wide World Photo Former President Jimmy Carter poses with the Nobel Peace Prize. Carter won the award for his lifetime commitment to
Adrien Brody holds his Oscar for best actor. Chicago won seven Oscars including best picture and
Features ~
ritingthe
Record Books and Venus Willthe tennis world,
) two spots in the They met in a
ight Grand Slam
'lder Serena pre-
em. The sibilings
several doubles
together. AP !Wide
Dallas Cowboys running back Emmitt Smith broke the NFL rushing record on an 11 yard run on October 27, 2002. Smith surpassed Walter Payton's mark of 16,726 yards, but was released in the offseason. He soon signed a two-year deal with the Arizona Cardinals.
AP !Wide World
Photo
led the women's ~sketballteam
to
eak was finally
lillanova in the
1ament champi-
-lowever, UConn winning its sec-
utive national with a 73-68 vic-
g
LJ l1'1 81 :Ut~ Reisman Run
by Curtis Fenton
:ord 70 straight
nessee.
Senior Larry Johnson breaks away from a Virgi nia Cavalier defender on his way to a touchdown. Johnson catapulted himself into the national spotlight with a record-breaking year at PSU. coT Photo
API Wide
Averaging over 107,000 fans per home game, the Penn State Nittany Lion football team broke the NCAA record for total season attendance with
1,247,707 attendants. Beaver Stadium is the second largest stadium in the country, trailing only Michigan's stadium. coT photo
En!ering the 2002 season, the question of who was going to play running back for the Penn State football team was once again the question on everyone's mind. Larry Johnson was the answer. He exploded for 2 ,015 yards and 20 touchdowns en route to a record-breaking season wearing the number five for the Lions. In route, Johnson helped return the Nittany Lions and Joe Paterno to national prominence with a 9-4 overall season record. To reward his accomplishments, Johnson won the Maxwell Award, Walter Camp and Doak Walker Awards.
named a fina list for the set the single season PSU Heisman Memorial Trorushing record . The team proved dephy, awarded to the most outstanding pendant on player of the "If you'd have said to me the legs of LJ. season. Uni- he's going to have 2,000 In the four versity of yards in one year, I'd losses to have said, 'Aw, come on. ' 0 S u t h e r n He finally got that feel for Iowa, MichiCaliforn ia ' s things , and he's specgan , Ohio quarterback tacular. " State , and C a r s o n -Head coach Joe Paterno Auburn, LJ was held unPalmer won der 100 yards the award as rushing. QuarterbackZack Johnson finished in third . Mills fell off the chart after Johnson had y et to the team's 14-91oss in the prove himself among the Capital One Bowl to Augreat list of running backs to play for the Lions enterburn. Freshman Mi c hael ing his final season. In his Robinson emerged as a first four seasons, legitimate threat to Mills Johnson was used sparfor the starting job for the ingly, splitting time with Eric McCoo and Omar 2003 season . As for the departing Lions , in the Easy. Their graduation 2003 NFL Draft, at least gave LJ the starting role, caHan ni<>Harc w ill likelY
--------------------
Sports Shorts
by Brian Baker
The biggest noise in the sport of basketball this year didn't come from the NBA, or even the college ranks, it came from St. Vincent-St. Mary's high school in Akron , Ohio. LeBron James took the game of high school basketball and dominated every aspect of it. ESPN capitalized on the mania by broadcasting two of his games, marking a first for the network in broadcasting high school basketball games. During the season , James averaged nearly 33 points per game, with numerous games over the 50 point barrier. He dazzled fans across the nation with his athleticism
and court awareness in leading his team to its third state championship in four years. His team traveled all over the country for tournaments and other showcase games, his entourage touting him as "King James." Controversy came his way in January when he received a $50,000 Hummer H2 SUV for his eighteenth birthday. A three-week investigation eventually cleared James, and he resumed play. Not even a week later, James was found guilty of accepting two "throwback jerseys" valued at $845. James further wowed
-(1) Lance Armstrong won his fourth consecutive Tour de France since surviving cancer. API Wide World Photo
James grabs a board against Detroit Reford. The three time Ohio "Mr. Basketball" was projected to be the first pick in the NBA Draft. AP/Wido World Photo
the nation with his 27 point, seven rebound and seven assist performance in the McDonald's All-American High School Basketball game.
-(2) Michael Jordan, who was selected to play in the 2003 NBA AllStar game, announced that this would be his final season as a player. API Wide World Photo -(3) Larry Johnson addressed the audience at the Yale Club in New York City during the Heisman Trophy ceremony. COT photo -(4) Kelly Mazzante led the Penn State women's basketball team to the Big Ten regular season title. She was a first team AllAmerican selection and Big Ten player of the year. COT photo -(5) 7'5" Yao Ming entered NBA play after several years of basketball in China. The young star proved to be a force to be reckoned with , even winning the starting position in the All-Star game over Shaquille O'Neal. AP/Wide World Photo
-Penn State men 's basketball head coach Jerry Dunn resigned after eight seasons. He finished
at last!
with a 117-121 record with the Nittany Lions, who won only seven games each of the last two seasons. -Major League Baseball avoided another strike after players and owners reached a last minute agreement to save the season. -Legendary Ba ltimore Colts quarterback Johnny Unitas died. -Baseball star Ted Williams passed away and a controversy ensued over whether his body was to be frozen or cremated. -College basketba ll teams around the country lost their eligibility for postseason play after scandals, including academic fraud, were unveiled . Among the teams involved were Michigan , Fresno State, St. Bonnaventure, and Georgia. -Colleg iate and professional football officials received scrutiny following numerous controversial calls in significant games. Joe Paterno even lashed out at officials for questionable calls th at possibly lost his team games.
ampa Bay Bucccaneer Dwight Smith dances into the endzone for six points after picking off Oakland Raiders quarterback Rich Gannon in Super Bowl XXXVI I. The ferocious Bucs defense stymied the
World Series crown. The An-
potent Raider offense, scoring 18 points
gels defeated the San Francisco
and intecepting five NFL MVP Gannon
Giants 4-1 in game seven to win
passes in a 48-21 rout. The victory marked
the dramatic series and com-
the first Super Bowl crown for Tampa ,
plete its Cinderella season. Troy
which was guided by first year coach Jon
Glaus was named the MVP, API
Gruden, former Raiders head coach. API io State coach Jim Tressel hoists the coveted Sears Na-
Wide World Photo
tional Trophy after his Buckeyes defeated the defending national champion Miami Hurricanes in the Fiesta Bowl. The Bucks Waltrip celebrates his victory in NASCAR's Daytona 500 on February
needed two overtimes to com-
16, 2003.
24. However, the game ended in controversy after officials
AP/Wide World Photo
-The Los Angeles Lakers won the NBA Championship for the third striaght year. -The Detriot Wed Wings captured the Stanley Cup. -Syracuse won the men's 2003 NCAA Basketball chamninnc:hin
plete the improbable victory 31-
threw a flag on fourth and goal at the end of the first overtime, with Ohio State trailing.
AP/Wide
C:---
soorts 153 \
Right Seniors Chloe Hyder , Kate Parkhill, Nicole Pollock-Antos, Miranda Barnett, Dana Kracaw, Catelyn Smith and Meg Hackett cheer in the student section of Memorial Field during a home football game. photo by Lauren Guzik Below Junior Mike Malgieri plays with a hacky sack while sucking on a lollipop on the grassy knoll outside the North Building band wing. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia Bottom Left Senior Michael Burrows attempts to catch a snowflake in his mouth on the day of the first snow. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia Bottom Right With a Strawberry Kiwi Mistic in hand, freshman Megan Hoover chats with freshman Aja Konstas in the South Building Cafeteria.
Freshmen,
Seniors,
Juniors, Sophomores, Teachers,
secretaries, Janitors, Librarians,
ClaSS trips, Girls'
Flag Football, Making "senior" t-shirts, Dances, Administrators, the
Flintstones,
Crowded hallways, Class trips,
Wellness Days, Spirit Days,
House,
Pep Rallies, Animal
ClaSS Spirit, the Decades Project, Snake
Dance, North Building , SATs , South Building , College Applica-
tions,
Proms, Graduation Projects.
Divider ~
Seniors Roaring Veterans nt Paul Fine :
Vice President Monique Maslak : "It's
"It
a tremendous honor 'OU all over the past >.Memorable Homerowdy pep rallies ualleled class trips :lefined th e Class of 路ve had our ups and _ke the bounce of a g ball. But we hav e d, and emerged from v ictoriously. Thanks ~mories, best of luck road ... and may God
been a p leasure and honor to serve on the Senior Senate and to help plan the events that made senior year memorable."
Advisor Mrs. Kathleen Yingling: "It's been a really fun year and I can't think of a better group of students to orga nize th ings and s p end time wi th."
Joe
Treasurer Ben Brewer:
[Uila: "This year b y
"It's a pleasure serv ing the senior class alongside Paul, Monique, and Joe. I'm glad [Girls ' Flag Foo t ball) and H omecomin g turned o ut so w ell. I can' t wai t to see w ha t our Fearsome Four comes u p with fo r prom!"
try ~en
the best year of ol. l'd like to thank for all the mem ories. keto propose a toast ture of our class . I could all drin k to
•
• Sarah Adams Curtis Addleman Kristi Addleman Ebunoluwa Adewumi Trisha Agrawal
Aqsa Ahmad Meredith Almoney Sarah Angelone Christian Arnold Sara Ashcraft
Amber Atchley Carina Atchley Jaime Bachmann Douglas Bailey Brian Baker
Robert Bala Benjamin Baldner Paul Bamat Ashley Barnes Jeffrey Barnes
Miranda Barnett Joseph Barnhart Kyle Sarnoff James Barron Rachel Barthmaier
Marshall Barto Benjamin Basalla-Taxis Andrew Beatty Sabina Begluk Yater Ben-Jebria
Subdivi~er ~\
Stepfanie Benz Katie Bergeman Nicholas Berube Nicholas Bevins Amy Bishop
Brad Bittel Courtney Black Austin Blaschak Samantha Blazer Fehnja Bliesmer
Kenneth Boland Walton Bolgiano Sally Solis Stephanie Bond Emmanuel Boneza
ooking to the Future
As application deadlines approach, Paul Falkenstern works on his application to Princeton University. It was common to see seniors with applications in hand during school as they were trying to complete the information and get teachers to write recommendations. photo by Erin Tkach
Shilpa Sawardekar searches for colleges on a computer in the North Counseling Office. Also available in the office were brochures on colleges and scholarship information for students to look at during their free time. photo by Erin Tkach
Ashley Bortner Marcus Bowen Elyse Bower Joseph Bracken Benjamin Brewer
Joshua Bricker Amanda Britten Roberta Brosco Candace Brown Michael Brown
Cory Bruce Eric Brune Jacob Burke Christopher Burman Brian Burn
After high school , I would like to work to get my Cadillac back while I go to Penn State. -Dan Karduck
After graduation, I'd like to build houses with Habitat for Humanity in another country. -Neda Khaja
Fehnja Bliesmer, Danielle Witherite and Shannon Deemer read over information from Penn State during the university's visit to the high school. Colleges sent representatives to State High to offer information to interested students in hopes of recruiting applicants. p hoto by Helen Fang
Seniors plan for after graduation Looking to the
Future ~
-Michael Burrows Terry Butler Stephanie Byers Betsy Campbell Nathan Campolongo
Jordan Canner Vania Cao Jennifer Caplan Candice Capone Noelle Carlin
Suzanne Carlson Sarah Carson Marcus Carter Kelly Chadwick Lyndsay Chandler
Yee-Tin Chang Brett Channell Megan Charles Kathryn Chase Tzu-An (Ann) Chen
MOST LIKELY TO
Become a Professional Athlete
1er: Jon Stupar
3rd : Suzy Carlson
4th: Nicole Scipione
2nd: Gabe Norwood 2nd: Liz Gabrielle
)rs
4th: Robby Walizer
3rd: Jamel Felder
Winner: Leslie Gittings
..... 4th: Nick Solomon
Winner: Sarah Foreman
3rd: Davy Long
2nd: Evan Chen
MOST CHANGED
Winner: Garrett Girouard
Since Ninth Grade
3rd: Tommee Gordon
4th: Erika Conner
Richard Ciambotti Carolyn Cicippio Katherine Ciletti Sarah Clark Allen Clouser
Timothy Clymer Bryan Cohen Leah Cohen Amber Cole Ryan Colwell
Allison Colyer Erika Conner William Conner Courtney Conron Meghan Conti
Megan Coursen David Cox Tabitha Crane Kristine Crassweller Michael Craven ,~
Survey 161
"'*" Alyssa Crissman Sarah Cross Jessicalind Crum Thomas Cummings Kuldip Dadra
Benjamin Danz Allison Day Emerson Day Leeann Dearmit Marc Decker
Shannon Deemer Blake Defluri Tammi Deibler Joseph Dell' Aquila Adrianne Delreal
Nicole Demetrick Autumn Denniston Kayla Depuy Thanh Do Diana Dorio
et's go State!
Soaking wet from the cold rain, seniors cheer on the senior class Homecoming float, which was themed 路Animal House" after the movie of the same name. Wearing togas and !-shirts that said, "COLLEGE," participators kept up enthusiasm while trying to stay warm and not fall off the float when it stopped suddenly.
s
photo by Ebun Adewumi
Courtney Black laughs at friends during a pep rally held in the North Building new gym. Carrying a pom-pom and wearing a self-decorated shirt helped Black to express her school spirit. It is tradition for enthusiastic girls of the senior class to decorate "Senior T-Shirts" to wear to school functions. The !-shirts, silly string, balloons, and other random objects being thrown in the air helped distinguish the senior class from the other students at the pep rally. photo by Caley Mark
Kimberly Dorman Jared Doty Lea Downsbrough Richard Doyle Daniel Duffy
Jessica Dull John Dunn Jane Dzielski Kaly Eckenroth Erin Eden
Jason Edmiston Mary Edson Z achary Edson Paul Falkenstern Kathryn Federowicz
Lindsey Fellows Bryan Ferlez Zachary Ferrara Benjamin Finch
Below: In honor of Pajama Day, Michael Burrows relaxes against the wall outside of the band wing while wearing his pajamas. "Spirit Week" took place during the week of Homecoming in October and also included Maroon and Gray Day and Su perhero Day. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
At one of the early fall varsity football games, seniors cheer on the team with silly string, pom-poms, and noisemakers. Supportive members of the senior class filled the stude nt section of the stands for every game. They yelled for favorite players, sang along with the band, or cheered with the cheerleaders. photo by MI. View Studios
Above: Homecoming Queen Ellie Foard and King Ben Brewer embrace after the announcement of their crowning on the cold, rainy night of October 12, 2002 at the Homecoming football game. The winners were announced at halftime, following a brief introduction of all the nominees. This year's court was made up of Foard, Brewer, Nicole Demetrick, Emerson Day, Am ina Gilyard, Paul Fine, Anne Taylor, Michael Burrows, Nic Yocum, Kelsey Francisco, Jason Ganter and Abbey Fitzwater. photo by Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
Seniors shovv their school sp 路
~ School Spirit 163 ,
Paul Fine Drew Fiorante Chad Fisher Kayla Fisher Matthew Fisher
Abbey Fitzwater Melissa Fleck Erin Fleischer Jordan Fleming Elizabeth Foard
Helen Fong Sarah Foreman Corey Foster Evan Foster Rachel Foust
Luke Fox Kelsey Francisco Kelly Fredley George Freeland Ann Fritton
~r:
Mr. and Miss
Ben Brewer
4th: Robbie Hackman
3rd: Abbey Fitzwater
4th: Kelsey Francisco
Congeniality
3rd : Matt Shetler
Winner: Anne Taylor
4th: Adam Raleigh
3rd: Patrick Wykoff
Winner: Shannon O'Neal
Class
Winner: Garrett Girouard
Clown
3rd: Megan Charles
4th : Abbey Fitzwater
Laura Fry Elizabeth Gabrielle Charles Gale Jason Ganter Amanda Gates
Christopher Gawryla Paul Gaylo Elysse Gazza Adam Gearhart Betsy Geer
Diana Geleskie Jaline Gerardin Joshua Gerber Megan Gerber Brandon Gibboney
Kristina Gibboney David Gibbons Connie Gilbert Michael Gilbert All ison Gilmour (
Survey 165
Paul Fine Drew Fiorante Chad Fisher Kayla Fisher Matthew Fisher
Abbey Fitzwater Melissa Fleck Erin Fleischer Jordan Fleming Elizabeth Foard
Helen Fong Sarah Foreman Corey Foster Evan Foster Rachel Foust
Luke Fox Kelsey Francisco Kelly Fredley George Freeland Ann Fritton
Mr. and Miss
!r: Ben Brewer
3rd: Abbey Fitzwater
4th: Kelsey Francisco
Congeniality
4th: Robbie Hackman
3rd : Matt Shetler
Winner: Anne Taylor
4th: Adam Raleigh
3rd: Patrick Wykoff
Winner: Shannon O'Neal
Class
Winner: Garrett Girouard
Clown
3rd: Megan Charles
4th: Abbey Fitzwater
Laura Fry Elizabeth Gabrielle Charles Gale Jason Ganter Amanda Gates
Christopher Gawryla Paul Gaylo Elysse Gazza Adam Gearhart Betsy Geer
Diana Geleskie Jaline Gerardin Joshua Gerber Megan Gerber Brandon Gibboney
Kristina Gibboney David Gibbons Connie Gilbert Michael Gilbert Allison Gilmour Surve
\\"'-165
Amina Gilyard Garrett Girouard Leslie Gittings Megan Godlesky Courtney Goldberg
Eszter Gordon Tommee Gordon Kai Gould Katherine Graham David Gray
Kelly Greenland Shaun Greenland Mary Griffin Brittany Groff Courtney Grugeon
Spending money left and right
Betsy Campbell works behind a desk at TJ-Maxx on North Atherton Street. With graduation looming, jobs became even more popular as seniors had to learn how to budget their own money. photo by Courtney Grugeon
Before heading up to the Roar Store, Shawn Henderson checks his duct tapecovered wallet for money. Having a school store provided an opportunity for seniors to spend more oftheir own money to buy things such as food , sweatpants, sweatshirts, !-shirts, and accessories. photo by Erin Tkach
Geoffrey Guillard Genna Guisewite Lisa Gunaydin Monica Guo Lauren Guzik
Margaret Hackett Robert Hackman Anna Hade Eric Haffner Elise Hagen
Erin Hall Lauren Hall Jason Hampton Rachel Harknett Jason Hastings
I spend my own money now, but I do mind . I spend it on video games. J
1~
-Taylor Shephard
I think I'm more prepared for college by spending my own money than if my parents still paid for a lot. -Jamie Weiler
photo by Mandy Suhey
During free time in his Personal Finance class, Ben Finch checks out Abercrombie and Fitch's website. Students enjoyed the ability to order clothing off of websites because of the wider selection of styles and sizes. Seniors found they had to use their own money to buy clothes that weren't considered necessary by their parents to get used to what it would be like living on t h e irown .photo by ErinTkach
Seniors start providing tor t eiTISelves .
c:::-,
Spending Money 167, \
Laura Hayward Sarah Heckman Brian Helt Shawn Henderson Kathryn Hergenreder
Michael Hernandez Trisha Hertzog Jerry Hilands Jeffrey Hodgson Leslie Holderman
Mark Holland Krystina Hondzinski Vincent Hood Richard Hoover Jessica Horne
Rachel Horne Ashley Horner Chad Horner Lauren Hosterman Isaiah Houston
MOST LIKELY TO
Be President
!r: Paul Fine
3rd : Ellie Foard
4th: Caley Mark
2nd: Katie Chase
4th: Kevin
3rd: Brent S::mrlmAvAr-
Winner: Monique Maslak
4th: Evan Chen
3rd: Blake DeFiuri
Winner: Anne Kopanski
2nd: Alyssa C rissman
2nd: Paul Fine
MOST LIKELY TO
Winner: David Gibbons
Be a Millionaire
3rd: Anne Taylor 4th: Kristen Marrone
Kevin Hubbard Robert Huffard Malcolm Hummel Chloe Hyder Kaitlin Infield
Warren lp Ashley Irion Christie Irish Zachary Irwin Doran Ivery
Lacey Jenco Kira Jerzerick-Volz Tamari Jeter Lindsay Jimeson Kristina Johnson
Christopher Johnston Adam Jones Daniel Karduck Nicholas Karl Patrick Kasting Surve
~69
Thomas Kearney Ryan Kelley Nicole Kenly Brendan Kenny Ryan Kephart
Scott Kephart r Kepinski- Kozaczek Brianne Kepler Jonathan Kerr David Kessling
Neda Khaja Sammy Khayat Emily Killoren Hanseul Kim Tae-Hyung Kim
Bryan King Kristall King Nevin King Richard King Alexei Kissell
ts and G
Making an appearance as a cowgirl in the hall by the math rooms, Meghan Conti chats with junior Nikki Eckard. Conti was one of a select group of students who dressed as a character, as the most popular choice was to just put together random things to create a costume. photo by Erin Tkach
n white fuzz with red sparkly
>, Tasha Tirko writes an asfor AP Computer Science in nment book. Halloween aldents to branch out from their :ire and wear things they would tlly be seen in. photo by Erin Tkach
Catherine Klein Stephanie Kleinert Bridgette Knepp Lindsay Knepp Timothy Koah
Daisuke Kobayashi Matthew Kocher Jina Koo Anne Kopanski Ryan Kopp
Laura Kottlowski Tariq Kowalski Dana Kracaw Stephanie Kramkowski Marina Kronina
Joseph Kraynak Alexa Krepps Anne Synnove Krogstad Ivan Kronin Kasey Krupa
Sporti ng bright pink hair, Marion Smith grabs books from her locker on her way to class. For students who did not want to go all out for Halloween, a simple colored wig was an easy choice. Other si mple costumes included skeleton gloves, orange and black clothing and masks. photo by Erin Tkach
Leslie Gittings acts as Kid Rock's twin in her third period AP Computer Science class. Her costume included a long green coat, sunglasses, a cowboy hat, and a goatee made of make up. photo by Erin Tkach
For a sociology experiment, Shaun Greenland and Emerson Day listen to instructions before walking around the halls with bags on their heads with the rest of Mr. Joe Boris's first period Sociology class. photo by Erin Tkach
~ a
vantage of their last hi2:h school Halloween a
Halloween 71
Kopal Kulkarni Christy Labarca Nathan Lafevers Natalya Lakhtakia Rachnanjali Lal
Julie Lamb Jerron Langron Aimee Latta Jessica Lauer Clark Layton
Alicia Leach Paul Leah Joseph Lecouvre Paul Lee Jessica Leonard
Lauren Leonhardt Vivian Levi Miranda Libkin Jun Lim Jessica Lindberg
MOST LIKELY TO
r : Peter Walz
Win aTony orGrammy
3rd: Ashley Bortner
4th: Christie McKinney
2nd: Toby Squier-Roper 2nd: Lindsey Spicer
"'
4th : Tom Pogue
3rd: Steve Menotti
Winner: Rachel Barthmaier
4th: Dan Duffy
3rd: Kevin Hubbard
Winner:Stephanie Strouse
2nd : Paul Fine
MOST LIKELY TO
Winner: Davy Long
Win the Pulitzer Prize
3rd: Erin T kach
4th: Amy Madison
Crystal Lingle Brianne Little William Long David Long Matthew Lower
Andrew Lowry Patrick Lytle Steven Ma Amy Madison Ashley Mahen
Maciej Makalowski George Malek Christopher Malgieri Theodore Maney Micah Margolis
Catherine Mark Kristen Marrone Jessica Marshall Chelsea Martin Douglas Martin Survey 173 ,
Scott Martin Kristin Maruszewski Brian Marynak Jlonique-Anne Maslak Adam Massaro
Claire Mateer Daniel May Megan Me Caffrey Brett Me Carnley Drew Me Carnley
John Me Cormick Kate Me Gann Michelle Me Gregor Shawn Me Kean Christie Me Kinney
especting your elders
-~ r
~.-~--~
Dr. Willem van den Berg helps Alden Yener calibrate his calculator in preparation for an AP Physics C accelerometer experiment. Van den Berg was kind enough to allow students inside his car for the sake of learning. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
Ms. Barbara Hawbecker jokes around with Nic Yocum during her fifth period Persona l Finance class. Hawbecker formed a relationship with that class that was more of a friendship than a teacherstudent bond. photo by Erin Tkach
ian Me Laren Nicole Me Laughlin Liam Me Manus Patricia Me Miniment Ashley Me Mullen
Nathan Mellott John Melton Stephen Menotti Joshua Merdes Christina Miller
Abigail Minor Kaylin Miska Andrea Mitchell Mara Modest Stacy Moir
I really like "J. Vest" because she's a first year teacher so she's young and I can relate to her. -Patrick Fay
--........ .
j '路
f
I like Mrs. Bytheway because she treats her students as friends. -Maria Burago
photo by Erin Tkach
Sociology teacher Joe Boris shows Lisa Rivoir her grade on his computer during 2nd period . "Mr . Boris is very friendly and easy to talk to. Students always stop by his class to talk to him," said senior Natalya Lakhtakia. One common topic of conversation was tha iM BA games, which he was in charge of. photo by Erin Tk ach
Seniors forn1 bonds with teachers e::-.
Student-Teacher Bonds 175 '\-
--Matthew Mojica Heath Moore Matthew Moore Kelly Morgan Kimberly Morgan
Jennifer Morgart Meredith Morris Joshua Morrison Kyle Moyer Katongo Mulenga
Trish Musandipa Wolfgang Music Dustin Musser Joshua Neff Kristi Nimmo
Parker Noonan Gannon Nordberg Gabriel Norwood Katrina Nousek Katie O'Brien
MOST LIKELV TO
1er: Toby Squier-Roper
Bean Actor or Actress
3rd: Amanda Britten
4th: Alexa Krepps
2nd: Peter Walz 2nd: Miranda Lib kin
4tll: Robbie Hackman
3rd: Tom Pogue
Winner: Rachel Barthmaier
---.
4th: Jordan Canner
3rd: Gabe Norwood
Winner: Shannon O'Neal
2nd: Tina Miller
2nd: Garrett Girouard
MOST
Winner: Ben Brewer
School Spirit
3rd: Leah Ratner 4th: Lacey Jenco
Meghan 0' Melia Shannon 0' Neal Seth Oakes Ryan Obrock Nicole Opatz
Devin Ott Andrea Otto Amie Park Jeremy Park Katherine Parkhill
Christopher Pasquariello Ann Passmore Audra Pazul Nicholas Pedatella Frank Peno
Joshua Peters Nicholas Peters Nicole Peterson Laura Petnick Carly Phelps
c
Survey 177
Brett Phillips Erin Pierce Katherine Pierce Thomas Pogue Nicole Pollock- Antos
Shandell Posey Christie Prince Kelly Quinn Alexandra Radomsky :1lena Radovic-Moreno
Nilufar Rahman Adam Raleigh George Ranish Leah Ratner Kyle Reasinger
Lindsay Reddingto:-~ Lauren Reed Betsy Reese Andrew Reichard Matthew Repine
Frien ___ While sitting outside of Mr. Ryan Long's room during second period study hall, Emmanuel Boneza and Stepf Benz joke around . They spent almost every day sitting outside of room 67 North, occasionally causing Dr. Ferro to come out of his room across the hall and tell them to keep the noise level down. photo by Erin Tkach
On their way back to third period study hall, Joe Deii'Aquila, Tim Clymer, Chad Fisher, CJ Malgieri, Shawn Henderson and Ryan Colwell stop to talk in the hall. Seniors, who had the option of replacing study halls with Learning Enrichment and Work Experience, had more freedom in their last year. photo by Erin TKach
n Jarrod Rider Christopher Ritter Lisa Rivoir Erica Roan Su-Jen Roberts
Thomas Robillard James Robinett Kathryn Rockey Corey Rodgers Chelsea Rohrer-Dann
Kathlene Rommel Craig Rotthoff Ashley Rotz John Roy Lilly Roy
Michael Royer Taylor Ru ssell Nicholas Sackie Jelilatou Salami Brent Sandmeyer-Swails
Garrett Girouard walks down the hall leading out of the new wing in the North Building next to Nick Bevins. Bevins was dressed up as Girouard, wearing a Team Warrior jersey with a backpack stuffed under it.photo by Erin Tkach
Cheering on Meredith Morris as she throws a dart, Michelle McGregor, Lauren Guzik, Suzy Carlson, Miranda Barnett and Meg Hackett enjoy their time at a sleepover at the Barnett family's cabin. As seniors began to get their senior licenses, overnight trips became increasingly popular as a way to spend time with friends. photo courtesy of Lauren Guzik
Senio
~ ~a y t; u
During seventh period physics class in October, Marc Decker and Matt Shetler prepare to arm wrestle with the help of Jason Gan ter . A ccording to Adam Massaro, "Arm wrestling is a typical behavior used to demonstrate one male's dominance over another." photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
bye to friends
I
111
t'
I
Friendships
~
Carolina Saona Laura Sarge Hayato Sasaki Marie Saunders Shilpa Sawardekar
David Saxton Michael Scalo Nicole Schied ~hristopher Schwartz Eric Schoonmaker
Nicole Scipione Kayelyn Scott Mary Selzer Emily Shanahan Catherine Sharkey
Meghan Shaw Tom Shea Yang(Dennis) Shen Taylor Shephard Matthew Shetler
~r:
MOST LIKELY TO
Ben Brewer
Loan You a Dollar
3rd: Ellie Foard
4th: Alissa Crissman
2nd: Tyler Wilson 2nd: Erin Tkach
4th: John Wolin
3rd: Scott Martin
Winner: Anne Taylor
4th: Ryan Colwell
3rd: Brett Channell
Winner: Kayla Depuy
2nd: Mandi
2nd: Joe Deii'Aquila
MOST LIKELY TO
Winner: Brian Helt
Get Senioritis
3rd: Emily Shanahan
4th: Kara Federowicz
Kathleen Shillenn Arthur Shufran Elise Shulman Joshua Sletson Nicole Slike
Maxfield Slingerland Jesse Smeltzer Adam Smith Catelyn Smith Cortney Smith
ltl~i1hlt~L Lauren Smith Marion Smith Michael Smith Trevor Smith Brian Smutz
Jason Smutz Seth Snyder Nicholas Solomon Jonathan Spearly Michelle Spearly Surve
C"-
181
Lindsey Spicer Amanda Spotts Robert Sprout Tobias Squier-Roper Kelli Stalcup
Molly Steele Nathan Stehouwer Nicole Stephens : Gabriel Stephenson Emily Stillwagon
Brandon Stiver Nicholas Stoicheff Lauren Strauss Amber Strouse Stephanie Strouse
School Days
Rather than being in a study hall, Eric Brune and Max Slingerland play chess in the L.E. North room. It was common for seniors to choose to go to the L.E. room instead of study hall because of the more relaxed atmosphere. photo by Ebun Adewumi
After fifth period, Josh Yukelson walks to his car in the North Buildi ng parking lot. "I left school early to work out," Yukelson said. Going to the gym was a popu lar reason for seniors to participate in the Learning Enrichment program. photo by Erin Tkach
Nicholas Stumpf Jonathan Stupar Derek Suen Amanda Suhey Brandon Summers
Jonathan Sunner Jonathan Swart Lauren Tanner Teresa Taverna Kirstin Tawse
Anne Taylor Robert Taylor Ruy Tiapula de Alencar Natasha Tirko Erin Tkach
I don't leave school early because my schedule is full, but I don't mind staying all day. -JT Sletson
photo by Sandy Zeger
I had a few study halls during the day and I thought that I could be more productive. LE gave me the opportunity to prepare for the Spring track season. -Allison Colyer
Jon Sunner prepares a sub for a customer at Wegman's in the sub shop. Sunner left school early through the Diversified Occupations prog ram in order to go to work. D.O. was a way for seniors to gain work experience while earning credit for high school. photo by Erin Tkach
eniors take advantage of L.E. and D.O. LE I DO
fa3'
::;urtis Taggart (Varner) Kathleen Tomlinson Robert Tompkins Justin Towart Kristen Trout
Anne Trunzo Luke Trusty Mark Ulbrecht Tyler Vail Amanda Valentine
Kim Valenza Timothy Voigt Von Schirach-Szmigiel John Waldeisen Robert Walizer
Allen Walker Margaret Wallace Peter Walz Devon Warner Amy Way
MOST LIKELY TO
Host a Late Night Show
er: Bryan Cohen
3rd: Caley Mark
4th : Alissa Crissman
2nd: CJ Malgieri 2nd: Shannon O'Neal
路s
4th : Evan Chen
3rd: Pau l Fine
Winner:Leah Ratner
3rd: Gabe 4th: Tom Pogue Norwood
n
Winner: Ellie Foard I
I
2nd: Ben Brewer
MOS
Winner: Marcus Carter
I KELY TO
Brighten Your Day
3rd: Leah Ratner 4th: Abbey Fitzwater
Jamie Weiler Emily Weiner Briton Westerhaus Todd Wheeler Emily Wheland
Brandon White Erin Whitfield Justin Whitmer Matthew Wiegand Blake Williams
Jennifer Williams Kaitlee Williams Tyler Wilson Todd Wilson Cory Wincek
Danielle Witherite Michael Witherite Pamila Wofford Daniel Wolfe John Wolin
D
Survey 185 \
Julie Woods Benjamin Wright Kyle Wright Patrick Wykoff Carolyn Yackeren
Anastasiya Yakhnina Charley Yang Sayaka Yano Alison Yarnal Ryan Yarnell
Alden Yener Ming Yi Nathaniel Yocum Nicholas Yocum Amanda Young
Foster Young Joshua Young Joshua Yukelson Alissa Zawoyski Sandra Zeger
Looking Back
Preparing to receive their First Communion, Jon Kerr, Jason Ganter, Erin Tkach, Gortney Smith, and Tim Clymer walk down the aisle of Our Lady of Victory Church. Religious beliefs brought seniors together as children. "OLV was a great school because we were all so close--like a family. I am still good friends with a lot of the kids I went to school there
Brett Phillips, Ryan Flach, Ryan Colwell, and Danny Wolfe goof around in their sixth grade class at Park Forest Middle School. The middle schools joined kids from various elementary schools, creating new friendships that lasted through high school. "It was a hard knock life in middle school , but me and my posse ran the tough streets of PFMS--holla," said Colwell. photo courtesy of Cal ey Mark
Lubov Zeifman Abigail Zembower Jian Zhang Yuliya Zhdanova Melanie Ziff
Hannah Zoller Shalom Zuniga
Seniors not pictured: Lindsey Bargo Ashley Bowersox Richard Brooks Maria Burago Corinne Campbell Sanatra Charles Evan Chen Alexander Chernyshev Wook Choe Joseph Corrado Liviu Degeratu Anthony Depelligrini Brittney Depelligrini Asmita Dhital Rebecca Ebitz Anne Erickson Vincent Fay
Jamel Felder Levi Fisher Ryan Flach Derek Geiger Nicholas Genger-Boeldt Tatyana Gerasenko Jesse Graham Rachel Griffiths Orly Halpern Yiming Hu Nauman Humayun Alec lnnamorato Nicole Jenkins James Karl Helen Kollar-Mcarthur David Kowach Daniel Lai
Joseph Lansberry Paul Lansberry Julie Larios Rachel Livi ngston Farai Machina Timiko Marshall Orlando Martinez James Mooreshire Lavonn Murphy Adrian Noll Parker Noonan Chad Page Damien Page Christina Pavlic Marcos Perez-Blanco Elizabeth Poffley Alexander Redford
Nathan Rohrabaugh Michael Rolph Michele Rosenfeld Joanna Santana Li-trea Saunders Laura Shannon Dmitri Shindyapin Adana Smith Julie Spea r Lyle Stephens Dmitriy Tishchenko Genevieve Uhl Jason Watson Tasha Welling Sarah Wise Sarah Zydney
Helen Fong , Paul Fine and Jeff Barnes monkey around in a tree at the Red Satchel in the spring of 1991 . "I love that tree ," said Fine. "It was like a second home to me." The th ree met each other through the private preschool. photo courtesy of Helen Fong
A group of State College babies gather with Ellie Foard and her sister Abbie on their couch. Photo albums were filled with pictures such as this one through the years as seniors grew up together from birth. photo courtesy of Ellie Foard
Proud to be big kids, Shaun Greenland, Kati e O'Brien, Jess Lauer and Paul Falkenstern pose for the camera on their first day of kindergarten. The first day of school was a big tansition from the days of preschool and daycare. Said Jon Swart, "I thought it was tough because I didn't get nap-time." photo courtesy of Katie O'Brien
Seniors have a history together
D
Looking Back 18 7~
Juniors Roaring Upperclassmen lent Kevin Ward:
Vice President Luke Marion: "It's been a great
an honor to be elec ted !Sent my classmates. I best to be my class's â&#x20AC;˘ the administration. I e r it the greatest lge to work to better lent body's State High nee."
experience working on Senate. Tt was fun doing things wi th the other officers and I get to put it on my resume ."
Class Adviser Jeff Kissell: "It has been a deligh t working with mature and responsible young men and WOOlen."
:ary Jon Battles:
Treas urer Eric Myers :
J, I'm just happy 1 got I hope this experiill take me farther in come. I hope I can say e for n ext year."
"It's been great wo rking with the other officers this year, plan ning activit ies and such. Hope ever yone had fun !"
'--..
......._
-
Clare Abdalla Donna Abdullah Wali Abdui-Quddus Aron Abrams Bethany Adamon is Andrea Afflitto
Matthew Aggon Jalelah Ahmed Niki Akritas Damian Ali Christopher Allen Jamil Allen
Kella Alterio Brad ley Alters Margaret Anderson James Arjmand Curt Armstrong Vivekinan Ashok
Jonathan Atkinson Kelly Aubuchon Azza Awadelkarim Benjamin Babb Kelly Babcock Yolanda Baines
David Baker Ross Baker Christine Bannon Garrett Barch Kathryn Barnes-Ozog Add ison Bartlett
Edward Barton Jonathan Battles Katherine Battles Cory Baumgarten Troy Bayletts Matthew Beard
Alexandra Beddall Brandon Behrer Anne Belden Jared Bender Jesse Betlyon Kabekobe Bhat ~~
Subd ivider 189
~
//1
The Brain Bu , ~r
Is Junior year the ha dest year? Jennifer Deemer studies in the North Main Lobby during fifth period. Juniors were able to find places to study including the cafeteria, music wing, L.E., and the library. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
Katarina Lukic takes notes in the North Auditorium during third period AP US History w ith Dr . M ichael Lechnar. The format of the class was different than usua l classes becau se there were 112 students in third period and 106 in fifth period.
路n Kohler sets up Jhts, and a photo lab dealing with three laws. Junfrom 15 different iS to 路ed-
-..:.
said, "The hardest getting data for the
1oto by Natalya Lakhtakia
If I
IIana Black 1ua Bleznak ames Blose neson Blunt 3ochnakova 1rid Boedker
onica Bojan talie Bonsell mne Boonie tyan Boonie urie Bradley ra Brasseur
Iegan Brech Clint Breon nuel Brewer holas Bright Eric Brouse isten Brown
Regis Cleary works on math homework in AP Calculus BC during first period with Mrs. Mary Bytheway. This was Bytheway's, as well as Mr. Greg Somers', first year ' \ ofteaching this course. One memorable activity included a "quotient rule lullaby" and "disco dance" which helped students learn the quotient rule equation. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
In Mrs. Mary Bytheway's fourth period Advanced Precalculus class, Sarah Smith writes on the board. "I think junior year is the hardest because the teachers are !iii"'-- - -:; trying to prepare you for what college is going to be like so that it won't be that 9 "'"'"" ........... big of a shock," said Smith. photo by Stacey Wild
â&#x20AC;˘
â&#x20AC;˘ Joshua Brown Matthew Brown Seth Brumbaugh Chad Burke Tyler Burns Vanessa Butz
Meredith Byron Gena Callahan Richard Campbell Jessica Canedy Anthony Cardell Anna Carlsen
Dorrian Carraway Dustin Caso Bradley Cawthern Jeremy Cecere Yi-Fang Chang Kaitlyn Charmbury
Samantha Charney Colleen Chatlos Jessica Cho Sunyoung Chon Andrew Christian Karen Chu
Frances Chung Nathaniel Chyle Andrew Cimbala Regis Cleary David Clinger Tamara Clymire
Jonathan Cofer Joshua Cohen Edwin Colby Laura Cole Elizabeth Collins Melanie Collins
Zev Contis Leslie Cooke Matthew Cooper Rosanne Carr Gwen Coursen Leslie Coursen Hardest Year 191~
0>
•
•••
c ·>< ro
-
~
Josh Cohen plays hackey sack during sixth period lunch in the North Main Lobby. "Life's too short to always be working so that's why I play hackey sack at lunch. It's an escape from the work I have to do at school," said Cohen. photo
Do you usually work first or play first? •Answers are responses of a survey conducted in homeroom on 11 /6/2002.
by Ebun Adewumi
Before first period in the North Cafeteria , Anna Cunningham works on homework. With the abundance of work during the year, students found any spare time to complete Work. photo by Ebun Adewumi Relaxing in the North Build- ____ ing courtyard, Jared Bender plays cards during sixth period lunch. The courtyard on warm, sunny days was a haven for students who wished to escape from the chaotic cafeteria atmo-
Ingrid Covasa Andrew Cox Brian Cox Martin Coyle Molly Crispell Elena Cross
Sarah Crouse Peter Crowe Bryan Crum 1seph Cummins 1a Cunningham .lexandra Curtis
)aniel Czaplicki Emily Dabney Baljinder Dadra Amanda Dale Tyson Daniels Ryan Dann
1atthew Dansky Daughenbaugh Cory Davidson :hristina Davies Danielle Day Thomas Dean
Pompa Debroy ennifer Deemer Nora Degeorge ephen Delafield mnifer De Luca Nicole Demers miors
55°/o Play First
45°/o Work First
â&#x20AC;˘
â&#x20AC;˘ Erin Dench Kristin Derabasse Alanna Desmond Christopher DiEugenio Alexa Dilembo Jessica Dills
Natasha Dinsmore Danielle DiRaimo Eva Domalski Michael Donovan Olga Dovgal Krystal Downs
Kiersten Dreibelbis Sean Duffy Paul Dunklebarger Nikolas Dussias Rachel Eastwood Alexandra Ebken
Nikki Eckard Conner Edelbrock Kathleen Egolf Rachel Eisemann Ethan Eissenstat Katherine Elliott
Meghann Esposito Francisco Esqueda William Etchison Tanner Evak Andrew Evensen Christophe r Ewing
Nicholas Exarchos James Fail Todd Falsone Jennifer Fang Sara Farag Angela Farrell
Amanda Favorite Curtis Fenton Chelsea Fenush Rebecca Ferguson Heidi Fetzer Samantha Fink Work or Play? 193
â&#x20AC;˘
Vincent Fiore therine Fisher >ean Flannery adley Fleming l Fogelsanger Laura Foley
Brittany Ford wesha Fraser Alan Fread Sarah French Andrew Funk Rachael Fye
Scott Garrison Julie Garskof Marissa Gesell istopher Gibson ~ichael Gierhart :;hlynne Gilligan
ine Giscombe Alex Gladd 3rittany Glenn Tyler Godwin :l..ndrew Goins ajuan Golden
>pher Gambia /Iaureen Gray Lynzi Green ~ssica Greger 1ifer Grenoble Alice Griffin
Ryan Griffin Kaitlin Griffith Andrew Grim Joseph Grum nna Guiltinan drew Gumma
chael Guthrie Jesse Hall John Hall Tyler Hall )las Hampton 1lleen Hanelly rs
â&#x20AC;˘
Brian Harden Jeffrey Harding Ashley Harman Noah Harmon Thomas Harper Jayson Harpster
Emily Harris Ronald Harris Ronald Hart Andrew Hartle David Hartman Erik Hartman
Amber Hartswick Keri Haskan Li ndsay Hauser Kaley Hawbaker Simon Hawk Ryan Heeman
Molding a snowball outside the North Building, Geoff Landers-Nolan savors the first sight of winter. "I thought it was a real surprise and kind of a treat. It was nice that I was in L.E. where I could go outside for a few minutes to enjoy the first snow fall, " said Landers-Nolan.
â&#x20AC;˘
-
in her second pePhoto Arts 1 class it h Ms. Danie l le . ''Photo Arts al-
Before school in front of the North Building, James Fail gets ready to throw a rugby ball to a friend. Students used the time before and after school and during lunch to relieve stress . Favorite activites were hackey sack, frisbee, jump rope and cards. photo by Hanna Xu
During the Summer Arts Festival, Ellen Varner sells family-made candles. "I used to go to pottery club with my friends. They really help me relieve stress. Just being around them , laugh'- ing with them and having a '- good time turns a stressful day into a good day," said Varner. photo by Natalya
Uhlig and C Roe ride on the boys' and girls' swimming and diving team float during homecoming. Desp it e gloo my weathe r and homewo rk during the school day, students were still able to relieve stress by showing their school spirit. photo by Ebun
•• •
'»a
harles Heim isa Heiphetz Justin Helms Hendershot -i eppelmann ichaela Herr
Hershberger 1ew Hershey ;sica Hessler Lisa Hilbert Kathryn Hill Ryan Hinish
Laura Hoch ;tina Homan :hew Homan Na-Ri Hong ~yan Horner 1 Hosterman
1 Houseman 1ndra Howell dy Hufnagel becca Hulet mmei -Houts I Hutchinson
,er Hwozdek a lllarionova Warren lp Amber lsett Sean Ivory 1iel Jackson
Katie Fisher "Eve ry evening before bedtime, I set aside 25-30 minutes to write in my journal. I use it to unwind and relax." photo
When do you usually go to bed? •Answers are responses of a survey conducted in homeroom on 11/6/2002.
by Nata/ya Lakhtakia
Mike Donovan "I usually get to bed around 11 :30 p.m. Most nights I listen to Live From Mars by Ben Harver just to relax before I can finally get to bed once I get my stuff done." photo by Jenny Fang
Emma Klinefelter "Before I go to bed, I normally watch some TV, get a shower, brush my teeth, then go to bed. Because I get up at six in the morning for school, I'm pretty much dead during the day." photo by Natalya Lakhtakia
21 °/o around 10:00 p.m. 55°/o around 11 :00 p.m. 17o/o around 12:00 p.m. 3°/o around 1:00 a.m. 4°/o after 1:00 a.m.
Safiya Jenkins Suemin Jeon Michelle Jiang Christian Johns Jamie Johns Cortlyn Johnson
Daniel Johnson James Johnson Nakeisha Johnson Kathryn Johnston Benjamin Jones Chelsea Jones
Daniel Jones Jennifer Jones Robert Jones Angad Kalra Marie Karaky Scott Karduck
David Kauffman Nicholas Keesey Todd Keiser Christopher Keller Zachary Kelly Ryan Kemp
Lauren Kern Jean Kim Juliana Kim Lance Kirkwood Brent Kirwan Augustin Kline
Do you usually brush your teeth before you go to bed? ' Answers are responses of a survey conducted in homeroom on 11/6/2002.
::U(J)
Molly Crispell "I brush my teeth to maintain a healthy smile and I feel that brushing your teeth is very important, I would even get up in the middle of the night to brush them." photo by sandy
CD < CD CD CD
Q)"'
Zeger
Matt Smith "It takes me two minutes to brush my teeth . It's good hygiene and it helps you make friends; you're not afraid ~¡ to smile when you d o~ something good. I feel bet-\ ter about myself." photo by Ebun Adewumi
Madeline Giscombe "I brush my teeth before I go to bed because it's a habit and otherwise I just feel gross.â&#x20AC;˘ photo by Ebun Adewumi
:::J
CD
en
â&#x20AC;˘
1antha Kline a Klinefelter !I Klinesmith ;a Knoppers Scott Koch Shana Koch
amin Kohler thew Kohler ana Komlev andon Kong briel Kopley lVin Korman
_aura Krider Sasha Krol ne Kruegler 1n Krumrine ~son Kunkle <ustaborder
nothy Kutch elle Lacoille ndsey Laird Kailash Lal 1ders-Nolan hleigh Lang
'nnifer Lang ;hael Lange 3S Langston Allison Lau lrew LeClair ian Joo Lee
Ryan Lee anessa Lee mifer Leedy iah Lehman ica Lehman ri Leitzinger
Jpher Lentz ~ena Leone :hew LeRoy Nicole Levi ssica Lichty mie Lietzke
â&#x20AC;˘
Cubbing
n1ors Find Activities Outs1de After school at a German Club meeting, Monica Bojan sets up a ping-pong net. The German Club allowed students participate in various activities including singing Christmas carols at nursing homes. photo by Erica
Angad Kalra contemplates his next move during a game of bughous e at Chess Club. Members Chess matched against each other in games of chess while their scores were recorded for tournaments.
· Meredith Byron sings the ( jazz piece A Nightingale Sang in Berkley Square atWomen's Glee C lub . "Women's Glee Club gives ' the singers new opportunities to sing different kinds of choral li terature, " said
photo by Pompa Debroy
into each eyes during After, the final in the fall musithe Woods. for State High, ~='•h~ fall musical conisted only of junior senior actors.
Olga Likhonin Cynthia Li n Samantha Lisko Jamie Little Natalie Little Ryan Little
Katarina Litvinovic David Liu Zachary Logan Daniel le Long Linette Lopez Sean Love
Gregory Lux Megan Lynn Clara Lyon Cierra Lyons Eric Lyons Molly Mach
• ley Machan hua Mackin ;on Maddox Makalowski ael Malgieri Peter Mali
Sana Malik ga Malkova el Manahan .a Mandetta as Manning Jay Manuel
der Marcon .uke Marion mda Martin >igail Martin -in Marynak ohn Mason
Masquelier alley Maxin !lsey Maxin han Mayes J McClellan e McClintic
. McCiusick Jh McGrath a McNichol >ha Memari ltan Mester trick Meyer
Michelotti c Milinchuk ·ystal Miller abeth Mills er Millward Minichiello 1
rtha Mojica Eric Mollo !W Mooney ~ory Moore da Morgart liam Morse
•
\ \
Brandon Kong "Because I don't have a lunch, everyday between sixth and seventh period I go to the Roar Store to get a cup of nood les." photo by Helen Fong
Marissa Gesell "In the morning, I usually buy a cinnamon roll and hot chocolate. I feel it's important to have breakfast everyday." photo by Hanna Xu
--
Allie Ebken "It's definitely ~a good thing that we learned about nutrition in health class because of health problems that are now-existing." photo by Hanna Xu
Which is your favorite type of food to eat? ·Answers are responses of a survey conducted in
homeroom on 11/6/2002.
42°/o Italian 28°/o American 15o/o Chinese 10°/o Mexican 5°/o Indian
Lauren Mrsa John Mrugala Tyler Muchmore Mary Mullin Andrew Munn Andreea Muresan
Sarah Musca rella Jonathan Musheno Christina Musumeci Aaron Myers Eric Myers Will Myers
Christopher Nelson Sarah Nelson C harlotte Newell Alexander Nickerson Angela Nicolosi Jordan Norwood
Torey Novak Araba Nti Hannah Oakes Nathan Oakes Christina Ohs Justyn Okoniewski
Jessica Olenoski Christopher Ondo Ashley O'Neal Carly Onkotz Quintino Orengo Sarah O'Shea
\~
c ,.,.,.,. ....4 '"'",..., o ..............." ........ .... +,.. 'ln "'
•
lliam Owens Janel Pattie lan Panulla Julian Peck Mac Pedlow ma Peshkov
Jnald Peters ssica Peters drew Petkac \nna Petrick =>etrykowska yn Pettengill
1elle Phillips y an Pierzga Justin Pifer rone-Brusse sa Popovich tthew Porter
:!en Potalivo 3tlhew Price ltie Prichard Frank Prisk egan Propst cholas Pytel
Kyle Rager •pher Raney cole Rannie Jan Rassulo Tiffany Ray Reddington
1ael Rehring aid-Patnode 1ey Renfrew anielle Rice jdle-Hatcher Amy Rider
·le Riesterer hew Rippon 1ielle Rivera ~rt Robillard me Robison son Rockey
•
Will iam Rockwell Carly Roe Erika Rohrbach Damian Rose Sara Roser-Janes John Rossman
Michael Rossman Alyssa Rumbaugh Johnna Ruse Hannah Ryan Jennifer Ryba Diana Saba
Nadejda Sachinskaia Allayn Salter Aslynn Satterfield Holly Sch ipp Christopher Schmidt Adam Schrantz
April Schultz Claire Schulz Geoffrey Scott Richard Scott Julie Seifert Emily Seigfried
Jennifer Seitz Anne Selego Stephen Selego Rebecca Selfridge Rebecca Sellers Margaret Seizer
During fifth period AP US History, Jean Kim takes notes. "Since college is coming up, I decided to take a tour of the Harvard campus while on vacation," said Kim about her shirt. photo by Hanna Xu
Tony Cardell sleeps during one of his free periods in the Showing relief North L.E. "I am not yet after the SAT's = worried about college, but I on December6, - should be soon," sa id Cardell about his college MattAggon pasin his test. plans. photo by Natalya Lahktakia nior year has \ \ school in the North Before by far the Building Library, Theresa difficult year Knoppers resea rches coluse we start to leges on the internet. The plan out the rest of our internet "provides students lives such as college, or with a background of colwhat we want to do after leges," said Knoppers. photo high school," said Aggon. photo
"'
by Hanna Xu
~-
e Search 203 '
Seth Senior ossica Serafin ~achel Shaak 1zana Shahrir 3rah Sheaffer asey Sheerin
:arl Sherlock amira Shihab txandra Sh irk Casey Sh irk 1muel Shortie Siegenthaler
Mia Signs ron Simpson lget Simpson 3regory Sinn John Sittler th Smerbeck
Janae regory Jared 311hew lelissa Sarah
Smith Smith Smith Smith Smith Smith
>Ieven Smith {Sial Smolka 1elle Smolka ussell Snare drea Snyder Kyle Snyder
What do you do when you are nervous? •Answers are responses of a survey conducted in homeroom on 11/6/2002.
Geoff Scott "I don 't get as nervous as a lot of other people in our school because I know if I get bad grades, it isn't the end of the World." photo by Hanna Xu
31 °/o Tap your feet
::J
0
>. 0 0
~
0
:r::
27o/o Bite your lip 19°/o Shake or twitch 19o/o Get cold or warm 4°/o Twiddle your thumbs
Kaitlyn Charm bury "When report cards are coming up, I try to preoccupy myself and stay busy because I feel it's ____ ,.,. ,,.,..,dP.~:s to worry about it." Anna Mester
~
Jo nathan Atki nson "I usuly get nervous before a presentation in class; my hands get clammy and I say ' and 'urn' a lot." photo by
•
• Margaret Solie Bryan Solomon Christopher Sooy Maggi Sowko Lauren Spock Anne Spooner
Kaitlin Squire Carrie Stariha David Staudenmaier Bryan Stauffer Chad Stem Kathryn Stetz
Kayla Stidsen Ashley Stillwagon Laura Stine Nicholas Stiver El iza Stong Daniel Stouffer
Eric Streit Michael Struble Rebecca Stryker Jennifer Stuhr Katlyn Stupar Kevin Suhey
Katie Sunday Jason Swavely Emilee Szabo Jennifer Szklinski Ivan Taribo Joshua Thigpen
) Patrick Thomas Rachel Thomas Amanda Thompson Christopher Thompson Kyle Thompson Ryan Thompson
Lauren Thorpe James Tibbott Corey Tilghman Jessica Tober Laura Tollini Marcos Torres
.,
onika Torsell Casey Truax 'ames Turner Sean Turpin ~ichelle Uhlig )errick Unger
:;ourtney Vail Landingham Ellen Varner nkatachalam aura Ventura an Vlastelica
:hary Vonada 1bert Vruwink Anja Wade m Waldeisen hristina Walk ~than Walker
rth period lunch 1Building, Kaitlyn I finishes her Jm first period dio with Mr. Rob. Pettengill has ng art classes freshman year.
s
Teens
Juniors show it At fencing practice, Sam Shortie advances at his op-
1I ,. " I I ¡ fi ' I ji I 1
/ ..i
I â&#x20AC;˘
ponent. Shortie said he was always practicing because "it's high intensity stuff." Practice sessions were for two hours on Tuesdays and Th d p St t a e. urs ays at enn
photo by Pompa Debroy
Lau ra Cole plays the viola in first period Orchestra with Mr. James Robinson. "I've been playing viola since fourth grade," said Cole. She picked the viola
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - , over the violin because "the
1 I
is year, with the team aking the State arterfinals. Ventura has been playing soccer for nine years. "I think my experience has built a solid background for me, " said Ventura. photo by Mt. View
\ I I
the North Building L.E. room, Eric Myers plays his gui tar. Myers said, "I feel that the guitar is a good way to unwind from the stresses of the day." Myers also feels that "peopl e play it more for fun rather than for
â&#x20AC;˘
â&#x20AC;˘ Rachel Walter Scott Warburton Daniel Ward Kevin Ward Mike Warren Joseph Watkins
Taylor Watkins Kelsey Way Shane Way Lewis Weaver Walter Weiss Tarin Wells
Jessie Westrick Christopher Wharton Brian Widener Michael Wiegand Daniel Willis Ashley Wilson
Dane Wilson Justin Wilson Spencer Wilson Steffan Wilson Brett Wise Dimitry Wojciechowski
Amanda Woodle Jessica Woodring Jonathan Woskob Hanna Xu Jessica Yang Amber Yearick
Philip Yen Matthew Young Christina Yu Fedor Zarhin Erin Zehngut Mei Zhou
Juniors' Talents
2~
.....,
Sophomores Roaring Another Year sident C aitlin ley: "It is amazing to be
V i ce Pre s ident Erinn Latta : "T really like it this year
to represent my sophoclass and have to ns of w ith the res t of the Sen-
because you get to interact w ith k ids more and get to help p lan activities more than last yea r."
~
retary Sylvie Frank: favori te pa rt of sopho' Sena te is bei n g a liason een the student body and dministration."
om res
Class Adviser Marianne Myers: "Sophomore Senate
Class Adviser Shai M cGowan: "The officers get
members have been fun , hardworking, a n d a joy to work with. l feel tha t we ha ve rea I ly come together as a group."
a long really well this year and their p riority is their class."
Rebe cc a Trea s urer Eggebeen : "The bes t part is working with the rest o f the girls in the Sena te. We really work great together and hope to get a lot done this year."
....
~ ,
â&#x20AC;˘
â&#x20AC;˘ Ramadan Abdui-Quddus Jason Abrams David Adewumi Vineeta Agarwala Austin Aiello George Akritas
Robert Albro Vincent Allen Janet Alley Kenneth Anders Marshall Anderson Esther Andreassen
Elizabeth Arginteanu Kate Ascah Zhanna Aseyeva Kelly Ashcraft Dianne Aubuchon Emily Aubuchon
Hayes Aurand Christina Azmy Caitlin Bailey Heather Bailey Nicholas Bailey Dan iel Baldner
Kirk Baluh Nicholas Baran Amanda Barczak Andrew Barsom Jennifer Barton Nicholas Bathurst
Christian Bedger Shoba Belegundu Andrew Bell Matthew Bell Monica Beman Jacob Benedict
Stephanie Benson Bryan Bernier Joseph Bevins Nivedita Shushan Danielle Bickle Steven Bini
Subdivider ~
â&#x20AC;˘ Corey Black Ashley Blake Jonathan Blose Kimberly Boland Sarah Bolis Thomas Bonsall
Ryan Borden Wesley Borden Devon Bordi lan Boswell David Bowers Brett Brashers
Shawn Breon Jessica Brewer Andrew Bricker Brey Bridges lan Brodie Cecelia Brooks
hristopher Brown Kalen Brown Jessica Browne Benjamin Bruce Stephen Bruno Eric Bunge
Terence Burger Lauren Burn Stephen Burrows Jeffery Butler Peter Butz Ki Bum Byun
Jordan Bzik Sara Campbell rick Campolongo Christy Cannon John Cannon lngmar Carlson
Kelly Carozzoni amuel Carpenter Justin Carr Jren Casselberry 3tlhew Chapman Bin Chen >mores
â&#x20AC;˘
â&#x20AC;˘
â&#x20AC;˘ Eunice Choi Hyung Rak Choi Seungwon Chung Michael Cicippio Stephen Cieply Daniel Clark
Thomas Clouser Benjamin Combs Heidi Cone Rebecca Conner Kelly Conran Nicholas Considine
Tyler Constable Benjamin Cook Ryan Coons Jasmine Corey Amanda Carl Garrett Carl
Ch ristopher Costa Brandi Cowen Felicia Crane Ash ley C rews Samuel Crisafulli Matthew Crom
Bethany Cummings Samuel Cusumano Dan Czuprynski Ryan D'Agostino Kameron Dave nport Anisha Davis
Sarah Eggebeen anxiously awaits to get onto the open road for the freedom and the ability to control the music. "I have only my permit right now but I can't wait to get my license so I can blare my loud mus ic," Eggebeen said.Photo by Rebecca Eggebeen Getting into the car, Josh Durkin waits for his dad so he can drive home. Said Durkin,"l look forwa rd to getting my license because of the freedom to go places without my parents." Students were allowed to obtain their drivers license after six months with their learner's permit. photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
Alan Erdley opens his car, ready to leave. "I've always dreamed of driving, I'm excited to actually be able to do it." Erdley said . Turning 16 was a big event in teenagers' lives as they took on the responsibility of driving. Photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
Amber Slike concentrates on the road ahead . Getting a license allowed students to be more independent. "I can't wait to get my license because then I won't have to depend on my parents so much," said Slike. photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
Driving 211
ominique Davis h Davoudzadeh David Day Kylea Day Nicholas Daye istopher Decker
Julia Degeratu ael Depellegrini ~achel De Rosa Jominique Diaz ristopher Dibert Brett Dietz
Kevin Dobash 'w Dombrowsky ,!bert Dreibelbis ::arly Dreibelbis 3ther Dreibelbis Liying Du
Iissa Duckworth Amy Dull nanda Dumond Andrew Duo Joshua Durkin Jvoryanchikova
no res
getting rid of the braces Said Sarah Podwika , "I hate having braces , I w ish I would have had them before high school. You look back in the yearbook and see braces instead of a perfect smile. But I'm really excited to get my braces off in the spring." photo by
Kevin Dobash displays his braces while listening to his teacher. "Braces are horrible , I can't waitto get them off, " sa id Dobash. "With braces, ! am always picking food out of my teeth ." Often, the sophomore year was when students celebrated getting rid of their braces. photo by Anna Mester
"The first thing I'm going to do once I get my braces off, is smile! I look forward to having beau tif ul straight teeth, " said Caro l ine Sheehan, "I got some special treatment from my parents when I fi rst got my braces. My Dad made me one of my favorite foods, mashed potatoes. It made me feel better about having braces. " photo by Anna Mester
â&#x20AC;˘
â&#x20AC;˘ Hannah Earhart Brandon Eck Brandon Eckrote Annemarie Ed miston Kelley Edwards Rebecca Eggebeen
Sarah Eggebeen Alicia Eichman Daniel Eissenstat Sandra Ellenberger Lau ren Ellis Jeffrey Emeigh
Alan Erdley Sarah Erickson Hannah Eveleth Michael Fahrenbach Benjamin Fail David Farkas
Jessica Felton Lu Feng Kayla Fetzer Kyle Fetzer Joshua Fisher Melanie Fleck
Natha n Fl ickinger Andrew Foo(Soon) Monica Fox Sylvie Frank Kelly Frazier Tracy Fredley
Valerie Freeman Matthew Freiji Cassandra Fullington Nicholas Gabrovsek Joseph Gaetano Mary Gale
Andrea Gall Danielle Gallagher Kathryn Gallagher Troy Garman Jacqulene Garrett Gregory Gasparato
()rlhnMr\ntir-t"
~
â&#x20AC;˘
Alison Gaylo Erin Geiser Lisa Geleskie Peter George Gregory Geusic Elsa Ghaffari
Laura Ghaffari Steven Ghaner Thomas Gill 1annon Gilliland onica Gingerich Tiffany Glab
\Jicholas Glantz Nathan Glocke Timothy Glusko Allison Godwin llya Golberg )onnee Gordon
~eath er
Gordon Lauren Gosa amantha Gould Jonathan Gray miel Greenberg :sse Greenberg
isha Greenland )ane Greenl eaf Bryan Griffin Sean Griffin Andrew Grim inne Grissinger
Emily Groff Jen ilyn Guenot Kristi Gumma Xi Guo Taylor Guyer William Gwynn
manda Haagen Michelle Haas athryn Haberer Megan Haffner igh Hagenbuch Asad Haider nores
â&#x20AC;˘
---------------------
bringing a little home too â&#x20AC;˘â&#x20AC;˘ Twisting the combination on his lock, Nick Baran concentrates on the three digit combination. "I like having my locker next to the fire extinguisher because I can always see where my locker is, " said Baran. Going to and from classes with time to stop at a locker was far and rare to come, even though, this year an extra minute was added to make it six minutes between classes.
Standing at her decorated locker, Brittany McCamley searches through her binder before seventh period. "I have lots of pictures of my friends and definitely Josh Hartnett, and other guys that I'm sure other girls would approve of," said McCamley. The interior of girls' lockers often sported boy bands, m irrors , summer pictures, and school photos. photo by Nadine Rudolph
.---~~'"1!1'-.
WeinstockGallagher peers into her new wing locker before fifth period lunch. "My locker rocks my socks, because it is like stepping in to a mini Hannah spicy room," said We ins tock-G a II agh e r. While the built in locks on the new wing lockers were convenient, the location was inconvenient, not allowing students to visit as often as theywished.photobySamantha Gould
Shuja Haider Taylor Haight Peter Hall Anne Han Bradley Hanser) Keith Hardin
Zachary Harding Wille Harner Kyle Harpster Brady Hart David Hart Erica Haviland
Alexander Hayward Nathan Hazi Ashley Henning Jessica Henry Latoya Herd Lola Hernandez
Ashley Hild Kellie Himes Nikeeta Hockenberry Ryan Holland Christopher Holmes Kristin Holsing
Lockers ~
• Jackie Holt Adam Homan David Hopey Kyle Hopkins Christian Horn John Horn
Angeline Horner Matthew Horner Robert Horton Linsey Houtz Jessica Hovick Ashley Hrivnak
pher Hutchinson 3enjamin Hutton Vadim lllarionov Kelly Irish :::: hristopher Irvin Korianna Ishler
Ryan Ishler Sidharth lyer Kevin James Mallory Jankura Fu-Ping Jia Paul Johnson
Amy Jones David Jones Robby Jones Therese Jones Karlen Jovanis AndiKao
·istopher Keister Whitney Keiter 1atthew Kenealy Joseph Kenney Faheem Khaja Lillie Kilburn
Jane Kim Sa Yoon Kim Kevin Kim Bradley King Jabari King Summer King
omores
•
•
• Katie Kisenwether Laurie Kiser Jessica Kline Adam Knapik Ryan D. Knepp Ryan T. Knepp
Jessica Kocher Kristopher Kollman Natalya Komlev Zachary Konstas Bon Young Koo Aaron Kopp
Michael Koritko Christopher Kowalski Garrett Kozel Russell Kracaw Victoria Kramkowski Liza Kranch
Kyle Kresge Kurt Kroeker Cody Krug Ashley Krupa Katherine Kump Andrew Kunkel
loring our interests through classes •
Kelly Himes and Kristin Tkach practice hairstyles on mannequin heads for Cosmetology. "I think that Cosmetology is a good opportunity for high school students," said Tkach. "We go to the Empire Beauty School and work with more
In Photo Arts I, an elective, Kristen McGill examines a camera. "I took Photo Arts I, because I wanted to learn to take better pictures," said McGill. "I like to take photos because you can look at the photos and bring back great memories." photo by Ebun Adewumi
Stephen Cieply teaches the class on Eurydice and Ortheos in his Latin II class. "I took Latin I my freshman year, I like the classical languages as opposed to modern languages," said Cieply. photo by Alex Rodgers
Drawing floor plans and elevations of his house, Micheal Fa hrenbach concentrates to make his picture exact. "Architecture is something that I like to do, and I hope that it is in my future," said Farenbauch. "The teacher, Mr. Phil Klaus, makes architecture really fun, and I enjoy the class." photo by Anne Han
t::l,. .,. tj,,,..r~
-
. ' off to hi ho, hi ho ltS
rk
_..:.~~~---::;
go Carly Dreibelbis checks a customer out at the cash register. "At the Dollar Discount, I run the cash register and stock shelves," said Dreibelbis. "It's a good experience to interact with people and take on more responsiblity."photo by Callee McCann
store. "I push the carts and I bag groceries at Giant Supermarket," said Andy Waite. "I chose this job because it's near my house. Also, I want to save up to buy a 4-wheeler." photo by Callee
1iel La Brecque mon La Fevers Jim Lai Laman-Maharg :;sandra Lamey Kevin Lamont
Erinn Latta 3gan Lawrence •aniel Lecouvre Dae Jak Lee Margaret Lee Soomin Lee
lasmine Leitzel Brett Lelko 1any Leonhardt •erine Lescanic John Lesieutre Austin Liebrum
tyana Likhonin Mitchell Lillie Xiuzhu Lin llya Lipnitskiy Michael Lipski !rett Lissenden •ores
At the crack of dawn Heather Dreibelbis feed~ the cows on her family farm . "I help out on our farm . Some th ings I do are help feed the cows and milk them," said Dreibelbis. " It's fun to do, even though it's hard work. It gives me the responsiblity I'll need for when I'm an adult. " photo by
•
• Dmitriy Litvinov Leah Liu Ashley Long Anthony Lorenc Stephanie Lowden Joe Lundberg
Gregory Lusk Lisa Macek Thomas Magner Rhys Magnuson Brooke Mahen Christina Mahoney
Sarah Mallouk Lehron Manson Annamaria Marks Casey Marsden Christian Martin Christopher Martin
Patrick Martin Kenneth Martinez Julianna Maslak Meghan Mason Alex Mathews Andrew Mazur
Elizabeth McCallips Brittany McCamley Callee McCann Austin McCardle Christopher McCarl Jaimie McCool
Cara McCorkel Jacob McDonald Matthew McDonald Colin McDonough Justin McElhaney Matthew McEwen
Kristen McGill Joseph McGrory Andrew McMahon Travis McMurtrie Nathaniel McNeese John McShea
(""'
Fi r~! . lnh<: ? 1 Q
\.
;topher Meder ~ndrew Melillo mtha Melonas ~ndrew Merritt rether-Devries Anna Mester
Mark Metzger sica Milinchuk Iizabeth Miller Jason Miller Olivia Miller izabeth Miska
lilison Mitchell 1tthew Moberg urtney Mohler Abigail Moir Bret Mooney Erin Mooney
Steven Moree 1tinta Mulenga rai Musandipa randon Myers Adam Nagle ~drik Nahlbom
John and Christy Cannon blow out the candles on their birthday cake. Because they are cousins, their youth group organized a party for both of them because they both had birthdays in October. Said Christy, "It was a lot of fun to celebrate our birthdays together. It's neat to have a cousin whose birthday is close to yours." photo courtesy of John Cannon
Sporting a birthday girl crown and confetti, Jenny Barton laughs during her surprise birthday party. "It really was a true birthday surprise, because all my friends knew about it and they kept it a secret," said Barton. Surprise parties were common for teens turning 16, because this birthday was a significant milestone in their lives . photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
On her sixteenth birthday, Whitney Keiter has fun in the sun as she poses for a quick photo. She recieved the trip to Jamaica for five days as a birthday present from her pa rents. "I was really looking forward to my sweet 16. I was so excited when my mom told me [a bout the t rip]. I couldn't have asked for a better present," she said. photo courtesy of Whitney Keiter
sw-eet sixteen
1
~
Janviere Ndayishimiye Caitlyn Neal Stacy Newburg Jennifer Niles Matthew Nixon Margaret Nollau
Zachary Oakes Amanda Ogden Casey Oliver Terran Ondik Justin Onusic Danielle Opatz
John Orland lviose Osagie Austin Ostrowski Lauren Owens Richard Owusu-Apenten Kate Packer
Amanda Paladini Catherine Palchak Jennifer Palmer Mark Palmer Lee Parfitt Jieun Park
Jameson Parker Michael Parkes Douglas Pasquariello Avery Peechatka William Pendleton Alissa Pendorf
Michelle Pennino Samantha Perez Robert Pernell Yekaterina Peshkov Allison Peters Carrie Peters
Danielle Peters Samuel Peters Raymond Petersen Andrew Peterson Caroline Phillips Daniel Phillips ·
•
• Sweet Sixteen
~
Caleb Rebarchak tunes his saxophone before a concert. Rebarcheck auditioned and was selected for Jazz Band, as well as Symphonic Band. "I like playing the saxophone , because it allows me to express my feelings through music." he said . pholobyAndera Gall
Keith Hardin shoots toward the basket at a game. He was able to make the varsity team, despite the fact that he was only a so phomore. Only one other sophomore, lan Stringer, made the varsity team. "It is a great honor for me and I welcome the opportunity to be on the team, " said Stringer. photo by Anne Han
anie Lowden warms •r voice before she in a choir concert. ~n sang a piece at •ncert with a few sej othe rs. Said ~n. "I feel as though art of something bighen I am in chior." y Andrea Gall
in the spotlight Lee Pierce Anna Pillot Adam Pisani ribindu Pisupati Stephen Place Cale Plute
Sarah Podwika Laura Polis Kade Poorman Julia Popovich Allison Popp kott Porterfield
Michael Poulin R. John Pratt Kyle Pugliese ·rine Radomsky fimothy Ranish Alex Raup
·Jaime Rawson 3leb Rebarchak Emily Reeder ;topher Reeves Robert Regan Thomas Reitz
•mores
•
•
Taylor Haight rei eves into an attitude position at dance class. Haight won the All Around Improved Best Dancer from the Dance Academy of State College. She also helped teach classes at the studio. "Why do I dance? Why do I breathe?" she said. photo by Andrea Gall
David Rerko Bradley Richards Chandra Richards Josh Richards Ebony Richardson Matthew Rider
Steven Ritter Sara Rivera Nicholas Roberts Paul Roberts Chelsea Robertson Basil Robinson
Ronald Rockey Alex Rodgers Thomas Rodgers Emily Rogacs Sunny Roh Renea Romesberg
Ryan Roof Ariel Rose Jonathan Rose James Rosenbaum Megan Rossman Katherine Rountree
Crystals Rowland Evan Rowland Jenna Roy Michelle Rozo Nicole Rubin Nadine Rudolph
Brian Runt John Ryan Nathaniel Ryan Timothy Ryan Zachary Salada Sarah Salizzoni
Jeremy Sanchez Jimmy Saona Hagen Saunders Daniel Saxe Wes Scala Maeve Scanlon
â&#x20AC;˘
â&#x20AC;˘
In the Spotlight 223...\
-Erin Schon jrew Schoonmaker Brian Schreck Nicholas Schreiner Kelly Setter Deepa Sen
1ristopher Shannon Sarah Shaw lan Sheakoski Caroline Sheehan Rachel Sheetz Brian Sherlock
Alston Shields Dina Shindyapin Carlo Sica Magdalena Sikora Alyssa Simon Megan Sinclair
Divya Sinha Amber Slike v1ason Slingerland Colin Smith Justin Smith Kevin Smith
Owen Smith Stacey Smith (ristyna Smulligan Beth Snyder Samir Sonti Luis Solo
Ciara Spanitz Matthew Spearly Ryan Spotts Rebecca Spraker lenjamin Springer Abigail Spurrier
1rtney Stachowski Neale Stauffer Evan Stearns Andrew Stefanou Michael Stella Ashley Stephens
>phomores
â&#x20AC;˘
â&#x20AC;˘
Julia Popovich talks on her cell phone as she walks over from the North Building. Although cel l phones were not allowed during the school day, they were allowed when crossing the street and after school. "I love my cell phone because it is a great convenience to me. It's saved me a couple times,"
Amanda Paladini, Katie Kump and Nick Roberts listens to his Amy Dull cross the street after EMT CD player as he makes class in the North Bui lding. Students his way through the crosswalked to the other building with walk. Walking to the other friends to have someone to talk to. "I building between classes feel lucky because I have EMT with was a popular time for stusome of my friends. Wa lking with dent to make use of their you r friends makes the time go faster," CD players. "My CD player she said. photo by Rebecca Eggebeen allows me to listen to music wherever, and I'm glad I have it," said Robe !S.-~~..,?1/.
• • cross1ng over
Jessica Hovick walks across the journalism room on her cru tches. Having injuries made it harder for students to cross the street. "Distances double when you 're on crutches. The walk to the North Building seemed like miles, but when it was icy, security would drive me across," she said. photo by Anne Han
Jessica Stetson Brian Stoner Allyson Stanis Jessica Stover Yeterefwork Streit ian Stringer
William Sunner RacheiSvabek Christopher Swavely Anna Sylvia Emily Sylvia Karin Talani
Meredith Tamminga Ryan Tancibok Mark Taverna Lucy Terza Michael Thomas Nathaniel Thomas
Jacob Thompson Kyle Thompson Rebecca Thurman-Irons Kelly Timney Kristin Tkach Sarah Tolan
•
•
Crossing the Street
~
Jimmy Torres Erin Towart >hanie Tremblay acob Trethewey risca Tsemunhu Benjamin Tuggy
Mitchell Turow Carla Tussey )amira Umarova Justin Umbower 1a Vandenbergh ea Vanderlinden
Nicole Vella Daniel Vidmar 7>..ndrew Visnovsky Kristopher Voigt Schirach-Szmigiel Michael Vruwink
Clare Wagner Kaitlin Wagner Kevin Wagner Andrew Waite Noel Walk exander Wallace
homores
Courtney Stachowski reapplies her powder after class . The six minutes between classes was a convenient lime to touch up makeup for those who chose to wear it. "I like to retouch my make up when I get the chance to," said Stachowski. photo by Alex
Leonhardt puts on mascara at her house before she goes out with her friends. "Hanging out with my friends is relaxing. Getting ready with them is more fun than getting ready alone, because it is more interesting, " said Leonhardt.
Shannon Gilliland puts on lip gloss in the bathroom. Popular brands included Soft Lips, Chapslick, Lip Smackers, Candy Kisses, Naturistics, Blistex, and Bath and Body Works. "It's my favorite part of make up. It feels and smells good; I put it on about every pe-
getting re~dYtOgo out
Sara Wallace Allison Walz Brittany Ward Matthew Ward Matthew Way Matthew Weaver
Megan Weidenhof Hannah Weinstock-Gallagher Derek Wheeland Matthew White Mason Whitehill Alexander Whiteman
Nathan Whitmer David Wigfield Stacey Wild Scott Wilkinson Jared Williams Ronald Williams
Preston Wilson Elizabeth Witherite Benjamin Woika Christopher Wolf Ciara Wolfe Matthew Wolfgang
Luke Wrye Kristin Yahner Ekaterina Yakhnina Neil Yarnal Meredith Yeager Stephanie Yeager
-~
Ka,;e Ylogllog Benjamin Yoo Cassandra Young Joshua Yuhouse Allison Zeger Anne Zeigler
Rita Zell Mandy Zhao Sandy Zhao Natalie Zimmerman Rebecca Zong Chang Zou
â&#x20AC;˘
Going Out
ÂŁ7\
Freshmen Roaring for the First Time ~sident
Vic e Presiden t Sarah Kunkle: "Being on Senate
Patrick Brad-
: "! was on Student Counn eighth grade so I chose magain thisyear. ! wou ld e liked to work on more orta n t thin gs than dances, it has been a good oppor.ty to meet people. "
has been really fun because we have been able to work with sophomores and meet lots of people. It was interesting to plan dances and help with the Dance Marathon."
Adviser Jennifer Evans: "I truly enjoy connecting with the students in this class. I'm happy to be able to make the transit ion into high school easier for the ninth g raders."
/
creta r y Eli z abeth iot: " I liked the opportu. to commun icate w ith all studen ts and get their :tts of view on how they \ ted the school to be run. favorite part was helping h the Dance Marathon and in g money to help others."
I I I
I
I
/
/
I
I/
/
/
.,.,.,.,.-----
...........
........
""
\
\
I
\
I
\ I I I I /
/
/
I
T reasurer Edward Sommer: "It's pretty sweet because we get to go to rneeti ngs, plan activi ties and .stuf~ We get to make a little b t l of difference."
Hassan Abdui-Quddus Jacob Abraham Jordan Adams Emily Afflitto Amber Aleman Lauren Allshouse Jane An Shauna Andolina Michael Ansong Samantha Atkinson John Au Lillian Aurand Matthew Avedesian Allan Aydin Joseph Azmy Lance Babb Lisa Babcock Christopher Baker Stephanie Baker William Baker Lauren Bala Mark Bamat John Bancroft Sarah Baney Brittany Barbato Slosh Barnes-Ozog Alyssa Barnett Todd Barnhart Kendall Sarnoff Lisa Barron John Basalla John Battaglia Anna Battles Melinda Battles Susan Battles Mary Baumer Brittany Beard Joseph Beaudin Kathryn Bechdel Abigail Beddall Rachael Belinda Amanda Bennett Lauren Benton Samantha Benz Samantha Bernecker Bridgid Berrena Trevor Berreth Jesse Beyer Jason Bickle Lindsey Billett Meghan Bisbey Rebecca Bodwell Jonathan Bojan Matthew Bonsell David Bortner Marshall Bower Jeremiah Bowers Patricia Bracken Patrick Bradley Sean Branigan Carline Bressler Natacha Bressler Kiersten Brezina Corey Brickley Peter Brockman Alex Brown Jennifer Brown Wendy Brown John Brumbaugh Crystal Brungart Frank Bunge Caitlin Burke
Subdivider 路~
I
ht Framed by the tree representing her alter yrne McSweeny j ots down notes for her "tree ' assigned by Ms. Sarah Rito. For the English 1ent, freshmen used their trees as a vehicle for ing their own coming of age. Projects in which > gave new installments of the assignment 1rking period were a first for freshmen, forcing ~onsider both long and short-term goals as well wme a new level of responsibilty. photo by Paloma Right "Wrong Again" reads a sheet of paper 1 a clock in room 109 of th e South Building . In .chool , students relied on clocks. Those in the hool rarely functioned together, c ausing nee for students who assumed that they were "You rush around thin king you're late just to â&#x20AC;˘ou have extra time," said Sarah Reddington. r, the high school had bells , another first for n, to keep classes in unison. photo by Tyler con-
\
\ \
-~hmen Arets Kody Burns Sherri Butts Margaret Byron Meghan Cali Esra Camci Megan Canedy Christiana Canner Christopher Caplan Benjamin Carlsen Christina Carpenter Darryl Carter Aleigha Cessna Stephanie Chamberlin Lauren Channell Joseph Charney Alexander Chase Daniel Chatlos Ling Ling Chen Kenneth Cherry Megan Christner Emily Chu Daniel Ciletti Luke Cimbala Drew Cingel Aisha Clarke Melissa Claver Kendra Claypool Devin Cleary
Katherine Clegg Amanda Clouse Nicholas Clouser Shannon Clymer Colton Clymire Jesse Cochran Jonathan Cochrane Michael Cohen Hayley Colburn Daniel Collins Kurtis Collins Thomas Conkling Nathan Connolly Jennifer Connor
en
Toni Conti Erin Corless Elizabeth Coyle Whitney Crain Christopher Crissman Jennifer Cross Elizabeth Crossen James Crowley Jessica Cummins Clifford Cunningham Brandon Curtis Leland Curtis Philip Curtis Julia Cutler Christen Czuprynski Joseph Dabney Cory Daniels Anup Das Matthew Dashem Laura Day Ashley Dearmitt Allison De Capria Megan Decoteau Emily Deeter Christopher Delp Angela Delsignore Curtis De Sousa David Devan Nicholas Dietz Andrew Dieugenio Jared Dillon Travis Dinsmore
.,.,.,., ,.,.,.. ...--------------
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
/
----
/
/
/
"'
I
Above Trevor Swope leafs through an issue of U.S.A. Today. Major papers were available to students through a new readership program for the 2002-2003 school year. Julie Hulet said of this option, "It offers a lot more references than at home." About Lions' Digest. she said, "It's kind of cool to see what other kids have written and done. " photo by Upal Sarker Right Bryan Gillespie crosses from the North Building to the South Building during fourth period. Freshmen were required to cross the street in order to attend certain classes. Having two buildings rather than one was new for freshmen. For John Brumbaugh, the experience was best conveyed in a joke: "Why did I cross the street? To get to the other side."photoby
What is the best new thing about High School? The fresh111en class of
20 06
4 2%-- Me.e.t i1 10 Ne.w Pe.ople. 2 8 '!. -- II dc'f1C'Ide.ilCe. 13
路t., -- Coole-r Choice.s for Classe-s
Brooke Reidy
*Answers are top four responses of a survey conducted in homeroom on 11 /6/2002.
Freshmen Firsts 231 \
...........
.. Sara Dittmann Allison Dooms Brendyn Dornich Daniel Dougherty Monique Doughty Robert Downey Mary Downs Eric Driscoll Ellis Dunklebarger Cayla Dunlap Robin Dunn Dylan Dzielski Chad Ebersole Cecilia Ebitz Cory Eck Paul Eckley Sheldon Eckrote Joshua Eden Michelle Edmiston Jessie Edson Garrett Eisenhour Elizabeth Elliott Dan Esposito Emily Esposito Joshua Essy David Etchison Walker Faison Steven Fantaske Kyle Fantaskey William Farnsworth Jennie Farwell Sarah Fay Emily Federowicz Julee Fenstermacher Michael Fenton
1-
Below Kara Smith converses with a German exchange student at the Chatter's Cafe. German teacher Mr. Eric Smith said of the exchange students, "For most of them, it was their first time in the United States. When they got back to Germany this fall, some of them said it was the best three weeks of their life." The exchange between State High and Hanover, Germany, is an annual event. State High students planned to visit Hanover in the summer. photo by Ebun Adewumi
'\.
'\
'\
\
\
\ ~n
\ \ I
Above Michelle Rainey perseveres through the rain at a cross-country meet. Through the bad weather and conditioning, she remained optimistic. "It's something to keep active ...you don't have to have much coordination, and it's fun," said Rainey. "It was a lot of fun ; the girls are really nice." photo by MI. View
\
I
Below Jordan Adams puts together his trombone for ninth grade band. I Another band member, Bryan Gillespie, explained the allure of band , I "It's fun to play music and to entertain people.路 Gillespie recieved the I . honor of making it into Jazz Band I and scored highest out of all saxophone players in the school during his audition. photo by Natalya Lakhtakia Center Cleaning from whipping up a cooking concoction, Danny Prince washes dishes. Prince said he took the class, Baking with / a Gourmet Touch, "becau.se people sai? we would get to eat every d~y."~ photo by Ebun Adewumi Far Ri ght Rehearsing for the Baal Barn production / of Cinderella, Kelsey Lope practices her part in complete costume with props. The performances of the show were last summer. Lope represented the freshmen class for State High Thespians. Jill Campbell, the / Thespian adviser, described freshmen involvement. "A lot of their work ..------'~----...--;=;;:;;;;:::..~ is behind the stage .... Freshmen with skills in certain areas such as painting, costume design, set construction, sound and lights often end up running the show backstage." Few freshmen get lead roles, because as Campbell said, "this is their learning year." photo courtesy of Kelsey Lope
I
I
Elliott Ferguson Lahiru Fernando Arielle Fetzer Shane Fleck Spencer Fleming Alexander Fletcher Kyle Fluke Farnaz Foolad Brandon Ford-Morgan Jennifer Fox Jordan Francisco Shawn Frank Kathryn Freeman Christopher Freyvogel Sarah Friedlander Paloma Frumento Jacob Fulton Emma Futhey Frank Gallagher Marlee Gallagher Lindsay Galloway Kyle Ganow Benjamin Ganter Wilton Garcia Abbie Gardner Steven Gardner Jeremy Garnett Laura Geer Autumn Gensimore George Georgiadis Ylaine Gerardin Melissa Ghaner Gettinn lnvniVf'lri
\~
Brent Gibboney Michael Gibboney Rebecca Gift Marie Gildow Bryan Gillespie Eden Gilligan Stephanie Gilmour Lauren Gingher Christopher Gladd Justin Glantz James Godish \nastasiya Goncharova Catherine Gong Rikkee Gordon Cody Goss Jordan Goss Jason Graham Karin Graham John Gray Rebecca Greenwald Daniel Greger Kevin Griffin Abigail Grim Sara Grove Matthew Groves Alexander Guralnick Travis Guthrie Zack Haas Chad Hacker Cyle Hacker Stephanie Hackman Conor Hall
uf ,
Fun ·~tng --1-----------------Leland strums his guitar. In the survey conon November 6, 38.6% of freshmen participated cited playing or listening to as a source of stress relief. photo by Tia I Bo•chnako·va Below Studying his options, Yash M o•lhr't"' makes his next move in a game of Malhotra explained his interest, "I like hess be caus e it makes me use my brain .... Aiso, it makes me interact with more people." For some freshmen, academic options such as these provided the opportunity to make new friends. photo by Pompa Debroy Above Ziho Lee sweeps an eraser during a match of"hockey." Lee explained, "The goal is to hit the eraser past your oppo- ,.,.-nent ten times." Freshmen were constantly challenged to develop new forms of entertainment and attempt to have fun in what could be a more serious environment than middle school. Lee said, "You should always try to have fun when you're still young, and make the best of every opportu nity even when-- you're still in school." photo by Paloma Frumento
1en
Jaleesa Hall James Hall Keenan Hall Wesley Hall Zachary Harbaugh Margaret Harbison Andrew Harden Leon Harner Emily Harnett Jonathan Harris Norman Harris Amanda Hart Megan Hartley Christopher Hartman Elizabeth Hartman Nicole Hartman Craig Hauke-Miller Courtney Hauser Sarah Haviland David Hawbaker Emily Haworth Alicia Hay Michael Hayward B Scott Hefkin Monica Henderson Evan Hendrick Laura Henrickson Krista Henry Logan Henry Malea Hetrick Brya n Hicks Megan Hill
H::~ vi nn
\
('
Fun in Hinh Sr:hf:lol 235
.. Heather Hirneisen Mark Hixon Daniel Hoch Bradley Hockenberry Drew Hodgson Brennan Holderman Jerica Holtzinger Austin Homan Melaura Homan- Smith Danielle Hoover Donald Hoover Meghan Hoover Kyle Horne Ashley Horner Jayne Horner Russell Houtz Robert Howard Kelly Hoy Nicole Huckabee William Hughes Katherine Hugill Julie Hulet Salma Ibrahim Lauren Ingram
.DOWI16 e Ziff stumble down the staircase near the jounalism rooms due to her heel-Steve Madden shoes, demonstrating a literal "down" of high 1e wasn't severely injured though . "It was like four stairs, and she just laid hing," said Joe Dabney. Freshmen year was different, as high school )th good and bad changes from middle school. "Since [State High] is so don't see your old friends from middle school," said Tom Conkling, ;J one of the changes in the school atmosphere. Traci Propst noticed s beyond the classroom. "I think that people have completely changed ... ole get caught up in things ... when the change is for the worse, it bothers >yJoeDabneyRig ht Laughing, Jeff Quinn, David Devan, Adam Pursell and umpf enjoy lunch together sixth period. Though they were smili ng here, 'reshmen there was no upside of high school. "Seriously, I hate high levan stated. "Yeah, I hate high school ," agreed Quinn. photo by Ebun
What You Have To Say... I like the fact that there are more people and more class opportunities; because by having more people in school, you get to meet others who may be more diverse. - Caitlin Burke I don't like the way teachers act like policemen in the hallways when I'm trying to hug my girlfriend... they give you a glimmer of freedom and before you can grab on to it, they steal it away. -Trevor Shipley It's harder because the schools are coming together, and you get to meet new people, but you don't get to see your friends as much. -Abbey lsett Now that we are getting older, people are more mature and very friendly. -Erin Yener My math room is like a death pit. It needs air conditioning. Room 220. That's really my only complaint other than the fact that it's school. -Tim Shannon
1en
/
'
.. Abbey lsett Ashley ltinger Amanda Ivory Adam Jackson Aireon Jefferson Osei Jenkins Roland Jean Elizabeth Jeyes Tommy Jiang Bethany Johns Eric Johnson Jacob Johnson Keianna Johnson Noah Johnson Tyler Johnson-Hall Anderson Jones Heather Jones Sarah Jones Erin Justice Michal Kaj ak Margaret Kaleita Amanda Karl Jessica Kauffman Jeffrey Kellar Brendan Kempton Erik Kempton Matthew Kenney Megan Kensinger Liza Kessling Gregory Kight Eugene Kim Geoffrey Kim Chelsea King Krystal King Nathaniel Kingsbury Amanda Kinsey Kristy Klima Nathaniel Kling Matthew Knepp Lauren Knobloch Laura Kohler Lorraine Kanan Andrew Kondash Aja Konstas Rachel Koons Julie Koritko Krysta Koubek Nadia Kowalski Ad i Krauthammer Grace Kredell Michael Kreuter Malika Krishna Rahul Krishna John Kruegler Catherine Krumrine Anshul Kumar Sarah Kunkle Laura Kuntz Matthew Lachman Bhavnanjali Lal Jessica Lang Meagan Lang Pierre Leclair Eric Lee Ziho Lee Adam Lehman Luke Lenker Rachel Leonard Zachary Lerner Max Levi Daniel Lewis Brian Leyde
\ '-
Ups and Downs 23Z.\
I I I
Jht Peeking out of a friend's bag, Emily Haworth
3t the camera. Haworth, one of only four freshmen school's swim team, was on a swim trip for an mal. She has been swimming, "since I was five. I competition, working hard, and getting better ... ;t few weeks of practice, it was a little scary, with ;e older kids around ... but after you get to know 1ey're really nice. I'm friends with a lot of the older photocourtesyofEmlfyHaworth R ight Stephanie Baker the paper junior Kevin Daughenbaugh hands her VIr. Schaper's seventh period math class. "Kevin Jwing me a funny joke," she said, "which he does often because he's a really nice person." Baker d that the relationship between freshmen and assmen varied depending on the individuals. ave your stereotypical seniors with the senior , 'I am mighter than thee,' and you have the really ople who don't ca re that you're a freshman, and e people somewhere in between. In general, everyone is really nice to each other," she said. dealing with the seniors who take on superior s, Baker offered the advice, "You always have the Jles in the bunch. But you got to have the right em." photo by Ziho Lee and laugh along
Vitaly Likhonin Janice Lin Pu Liu Nicole Long Robert Long Kelsey Lope Jennifer Lorenz Sarah Lowry Galen Lynch Jason Ma Lauren Machan McKenzie Madore Yash Malhotra Laura Mallouk Elle Maney Kelly Mangan Brandilyn Marsh Dennis Marshall Kathleen Martin Zhanna Maslov Justin Masorti Bart Masters Rebecca Mastin Justin Matias Sarah Mazzocchi Kevin McCaffrey Chelsea McCartney Alicia McClellan Trista McClenahan Annamaria McDannel Patrick McKinney Cameron McMillan Daniel McMullen Kyle McPherson Feryne McSweeny
1en
L
...JL-1!!!111â&#x20AC;˘:!â&#x20AC;˘
..... Laura Mease Rehan Megren Chelsae Mehalick Eric Meister Lindsey Melia Sacha Memoli Anne Menoher Rodney Merritts Collin Meyers Amber Miller Suzanne Miller William Mills Dominic Misja Mark Mixon Allison Mock Nadia Mohammed Matthew Moir Jess Montier Alexa nder Moore Mark Moore Danielle Morgan Ch ristopher Morrow Sohayla Movahedi-Lankarani Christop her Moyer Ngonidzashe Mpofu Samuel Muchmore Aaron Muscarella Christine Musser Britta ny Myers Michelle Myers Wesley Myers William Nakpil
//
/
/
/
/
/---
____ ....------------...
/
/
/
/
/
Above Shelby Nelson yells in frustration while working on difficult math homework, while sophomore Natalie Zimmerman tries to help. Explained Zimmerman , "I was helping her with math that I took last year and she took this year and didn't understand." Zimmerman's experiences with freshmen had been postive. "Since I'm in sports, freshmen are always there. I'm really close with the freshmen who play sports." She did concede, however, that there was a definite maturity difference between freshmen and upperclassmen. "We've been in the school longer and know how to act around people." photo by Stacey Wild Right During the fall pep rally, the freshmen football team strides out on to the floor of the gym. Although they recieved boos and jeers at the gathering, Ben Woodward declared, "I don't care .... We're going to be the next [varsity] team .... You can't take it personally." While these freshmen did not have much contact with upperclassmen because they had a separate team, Sean Branigan noticed that most interaction between freshmen and those in higher grades was positive. Said Branigan, "I was treated pretty well because now I think that people like you for who you are and not for your age...everyone was respected more than I thought they would be."
llow Do You Feel About Upper Classmen? The freshmen class of 2 006 answer路ed ... 6 0 %-- Fdendly 1 6 "'o-- Ticked Off 16 "'o-- Other 8 "'o -- Intimidated ''Ans wers <Jre top fo ur respo nses o f a survey conducted in
homeroom on ll / 6/2002.
-~
I
Shelby Nelson Spencer Newell Abby Nickerson Gino Nicolosi Keith Nieves Sarah Nold Eric Nordberg Jessica Novak Tatyana Novikova Titus 0 Leah Oakes Liza Oakes Travis O'Conner Kellie O'Heron Bryan Ohs Emily Ordway Razvan Orendovici Dana Otto Edward Owen Brandon Packard Ivan Panchenko Stephanie Pandolph Andrew Park Sarah Park Sarah Parker Lucia Parry Alexandra Pasko Sarah Pedersen Bonnie Pedlow Johnathan Peno James Penial Julia Pershe Stephen Peterson Robert Petkac Ashley Phoenix
Below Cyle and Chad Hacker pause in a South Building hallway to look at each other's maroon and gray garb. Cyle asserted that their similar choice of dress was not a coincidence. "My sister, my brother, and I all wore our State sweatshirts that day," he said. Chad added that he also supported State High "by being on a team for t he school." Both believed that school spirit played an integral role in students' perceptions of the According to Chad , showing school spirit allowed others to "see you feel about the school." photo by Liz Hartman
Above Wearing their favorite pajamas for spirit week, Jerica Holtsinger, Laura Geer and Kelly Ryder, stop to chat in the halls South Building lobby. Holtsinger explained, "I did all of the spirit days with a bunch of my friends." photo by Mandy Su/Jey
,. ~~
\
Far Right Clad in her marching band uniform, Margaret Byron plays her horn. "[Band] started off a little rough .... We weren't used to the way we sounded as a whole ," said Byron. "It was different but you got used to it pretty fast. "I think everybody should be in marching band! It is ...so much fun!" photo by Lauren Guzik Near Right Dressed in shirt and tie, Matt Kenney is ready for the upcoming football game. Kenney said, "I dressed up for the spirit days, wearing maroon and gray, because I find school spirit to be very imporant to highschoolers. I felt recognized as an important part of the school when students came to support the football team during games. This is the impact school spirit has had on me." photo by Casey Oliver Below Wearing "State" shirts, Megan Cannedy and Betsy Coyle toss candy to crowds at the Homecoming parade. Said Cannedy, "I was on the freshmen float. Before the float me and a bunch of my friends got together and made 'State' !-shirts and wh ile we were on the float we just handed out candy to a bunch of people and yelled for freshmen ...wewere just trying to have a good time and show that we really care about our school." photo by Ebun Adewumi
Sb
I
I
I
I
I
I
I I I
\
_S_ebo_al . . . .
------..,.J Michael Pierce Joanna Pighetti Damon Pipenberg Andrew Pirrone-Brusse Justin Plessinger Jason Pogue Kaitlin Pope El izabeth Potalivo Marcus Poulin Patrick Powers Daniel Prince Traci Propst Nicole Puh lman Adam Pursell Jeffrey Quinn Briana Ragan Yuri Ramondelli Michelle Raney Minna Ranjeva Arielle Ratner Kelsey Ream Sara h Reddington Shelby Reeder Evan Reese R Joseph Reese Brooke Reidy Stephanie Reish Adam Rhodes Lindsey Rhodes Mark Rhodes Mitchell Rhyner Lauren Richards School Spirit ~241
~
Kelly Rider Hannah Righter Katie Ritchey Anne Rivell Carlos Rivera Allyson Roan Rebecca Rockey Jessica Rodabaugh Jesse Rodgers Christian Roeber Bryan Roldan Dominick Romanini Jony Rommel Jonathan Rose Julianne Rose Christine Rosenfeld Courtlyn Roser-Janes Leslie Ross Alex Roth Michael Roy Laura Rubin Jason Rue Andrea Rupert William Ryan Christopher Sabo Patrick Sabol Anissat Salami Alex Salfetnikov Nichole Salizzoni Upal Sarker Daniel Satalia Lauren Sawarynski
~~~~~;~,-----------------~a~e-~r~ion_t f'i9
wing your thoughts
11
profound to
1tless!
'hungry." -Kevin McCaffrey
IS were sitting in a bathtub. One said 'pass the -Melaura Homan-Smith
Below Stephanie Reish jams to music on her CD player as she sits in class. "I wear the clothes I wear to be different, I don't like being the same as other people," she said . Reish used what she wore to "represent the music I like and my creative side, because I make some of the stuff I wear." photo by Nicole Puhlman
1teful of kidney stones." -Walter Faison
' of a naturalist, so stuff that has to do with nature me." -Pat McKinney
;elf to sleep." -Brenden Dornich
ework off other people." -Julia Sinn
1ogurt is the best!" -Brandon Curtis
me more aware of things in the world. Children don 't ling except themselves . As you get older, you think ers." -Stephanie Chamberlin
1men
animal named Henrietta. by Doc Tom Arnold, Henrietta much-adored hall pass for his rietta is so beautiful, I just had been going out for a few years," said jokingly. He explained himas a "crazy person ... I know I'm going to be like that."photobyAtlisan
Kelley Schmidt Kevin Scholly Thomas Schubert Taylor Schulz Miles Scott Sara Scott Alexandre Semouchkin Sarah Shafer Timothy Shannon Christina Sharkey Soumen Sharma Matthew Sherry Zachary Shields Edward Shindyapin Trevor Shipley Michelle Shive Aleksandr Shmakov Samantha Shoffner Daniel Shore Elaine Short Benjamin Siegel Julia Sinn Aliesha Smith Charles Smith Jamie Smith Kara Smith Alex Snyder Kate Sobel Nicole Soltis Edward Sommer Anton Soudakov Christina Spackman
Below Kate Sobel, masks made in Ms. f0J,~BJ~J~eJ:~Y.I9Y~~I)f;j@~~!~~~5WÂŁ~! Explained Shoffner, cal god in English. My m~J\i~J79,'fH~~Y;i>_;, act to express myself. 1 lli<f,i\ 01t'f~f<(f6~ need to show who they r<> <>lh1/ rfr'.S' Eros the love god. I love to d r:'llllf.nt;.t'l"~r</t1 sing, which helps get my feelings
Above With a grin on her face, Sacha Pasko swings around a pole during sixth period lunch outside of the South Cafeteria. Lunch was a time to catch up with friends, finish last-minute homework and relax. Said Pasko, "Classes are really stressful. [At lunch]l get to catch up on homework. The only time I see some of my friends in the day is at lunch. We talk and have fun. It's cool." photo by Liz Hartman
\
\
Creative Expression 24.3\
.... Jeana Spearly Valerie Squire Katelyn Stark Rachel Stehouwer Julianne Stetz William Steudler Brenton Stevens Michael Stewart Bruno Stoekl David Stokes Alexa Storniolo Taylor Stringer Thomas Stumpf Daniel Sulima Kathryn Supina Christine Sutton Wesley Swanson Kendra Swope Trevor Swope Kristin Szklinski Andres Taylor Casey Teeters Michael Thigpen Amanda Thomas
.endall Whitmer, Kate Sobel and Sarah Haviland munch on food while the All-Night Volleyball sign-up table during fifth period lunch. Haviland 1sically we were trying to sign people up to form teams for All-Night II, which is a tournament that the Key Club is sponsoring and [all the 1oes to the Special Oympics. I like to do it because I know that I'm making 1ce and helping out and it feels good." The annual event raised a record 2,000 dollars. photo by Drew Cingel Right Practicing an environmentallylabit, Patrick Bradley places his empty iced tea can in one of the blue bins in the cafeteria. Fellow freshman Ceci Ebitz was adamant about the Jdent recycling at State High. "I recycle every day. It really annoys me how >pie don't take the time to. At lunch, I went to recycle my glass bottle and hit the bottom of an empty recycling bin. This didn't make sense because n the trash can and it was full of glass bottles. It's appalling. Recycling is ~asy action, but it makes a big difference towards saving the world." photo
IVoskob
What is the most impor路tant influence your路 life?
I
1n
4 5"/o Pa1路e11t 3 4% Best Frie11d 7"/o Othe1路 Out of the "Other" responses, you stated types of Religion, Music and other Friends and Family as things that made the greatest difference in your life. *Answers are top three responses in a survey conducted in homeroom on 11/6/02.
Caitlin Thomas Jordan Thompson Jessica Thorpe Sarah Tiapula-Stein Caitlin Tice Heather Tober Jason Traverse Megan Tryanuski (Reed) Ngonidzashe Tsemunhu Kyle Tudor Charles Turner Christa Tussey Dylan Tuttle El izabeth Ulbrecht Sally Umarova Daniel Valenza Catherine Varner Jason Vonada Matthew Vratarich Christopher Wagner Collin Wagner Brendan Walters Rachel Walters Lynn Wang Hillary Ward Joel Waters Michael Watkins Robert Weaver Sa rah Weaver Lucien Weiss Beau Wellman David Wells Nathan Werner William West Nathaniel Westrick Kendall Whitmer Britnie Whitworth Gabriel Williams Joshua Wirtz Christine Witchey Briana Woodland Adriana Woodle Stacie Woodle Benjamin Woodward Jillian Woolridge La rissa Woskob Landis Wright Mengchao Wu Yui Yamauch i Ellen Yates Angela Yen Erin Yener Christine Yocum Joshua Yocum Carolelizabeth Young Christopher Young Jason Young Matthew Young Nicholas Yourchak Deborah Zeger Igor Zhdanov Zijin Zhou Allison Ziff Ralitza Zikatanova
Nicole Zimmerman Emma Zuhlke
Making a Difference
~
..
-
-
1/
ina! thought from the edito1As.... ~topped ,
staring at the sky, trying to memorize the vast ocean of blue s what it was to her: :ean. 1ad just realized it, 1g up at the faint pink clouds washed like waves over her head.
Time was like grains of sand Slipping through her fingers. She tried desperately to hold on, Lest the undertow tear her away But could not find something steady To hold on to. She dreaded the day when she would slip And be dragged into the current of life. She could not know where it would lead her What obstacles lay ahead Only that she could never again return To this sunny beach.
~a sped,
lreath becoming shallow ;tomach rolling like the waves above she had swallowed too much water. 'ell so trapped •cated by an uncertain future that lay ahead, •eyond the horizon. ·eached one timid hand to the sky ing to break the surface.
Glimpsing it one last time before she was tugged under, She wished she'd learned How to swim.
~ I remember the warmth of my mother's hand, as she helped me cross the street. Now, the air nips at my face as I challege life; a newfound independence. And with the excitement of adulthood, comes an overwhelming fear, but I smile, and laugh off the uncertainty of youth. - by Brooke Reidy Your only weakness is the fear of weakness You can never grow until you break down first You'll never know of your greatness until you have experienced failure The winds of change are forever shifting Tomorrow is always a new day - by Liz Hartman
1\
1/
- Undertow, by Paloma Frumento
~
_/
' ,okiug_B ------•-·-•-----------------------
-
1d Moving Forward Right Dripping wet in her bathing suit, Brittany Beard gasps in front of the ''"."""""'- Beard has kept up swimming; she swam as a freshman for the ool's swim team. About her childhood, Beard said, "I will miss being able see the world in black and white, where everything is simple and there are complications." As for the future, she said "My only goal as of today is to up to be someone who is happy with myself and what I stand for." photo of Brittany Beard
Early morning sun streams through windows in an empty South Bui classroom. Ms. Sarah Rito, who taught Advanced English 9 and English 10 said that viewing the rows of empty desks just before the morning rush could be inspiring and brought to mind all the "possibilities of the day." Rito hoped to help her students achieve their future dreams by "planting seeds for them to thi about as they grow." photo by Liz Hartman
BeloW Uâ&#x20AC;˘;og lhe So,lh-B,;Id;og Uppe' Gym " e
bo,;o~og,
/ EIUol
Ferguson and Kyle Horne laugh while launching attacks upon one another. Said Ferguson about the playful behavior, "I think adults have a chance to goof off too, they just choose not to .... l still goof off but consider myself more mature when I don't." photo by Brooke Reidy Middle In an Advanced Geometry class, Mrs. Bing Morris catches Megan Decoteau makes a face. Decoteau asserted that the most childish thing she does is "probably imitating people with funny hand gestures," as shown here. She spent most of her time, however, focusing on the future. She was interested in pursing a career "in the medical field because science and math interest me and I like helping people. I'm taking biology this year. 1think our high school allows you to move ahead in classes ... you're stronger and better prepared for the future." photo by Drew Cinget
/
Below right Displaying a slightly lopsided grin, five year old Michael Cohen attempts to build a sandcastle on a South Carolina beach. Said Cohen of childish behavior, "Kids, when they're younger, have temper tantrums. I seem to have trouble controlling my anger. I have temper tantrums . I've always made a promise to myself that one day I will lake anger management classes. What I'll miss most about being a child is that I don't have any time to do nothing. I'm always doing something," he sighed. According to Cohen , his future is uncertain. "I always thought that I'd do something related to art but--this is going to sound selfish--but it doesn't make nearly enough money so I am now extremely worried about what I'm going to do. I think about ay," he said. photo courtesy of Michael Cohen
------------.,
I I I I I '-I
\ \ \
\ \ \
\ '\.
'\.
""
BacK to the Future
--------
Who we are is not who we were one moment in time. Rather, it is all-encompassing--every moment of our entire lives defines us. Any explanation of who we are without consideration of our past, present, and future is incomplete. As ninth graders we are attempting to find ourselves--pinpoint exactly what we were, are, and will become. We are no longer allowed to be children, yet not quite given the rights of adults. We asked the following ninth graders to take a moment to reflect on all that has happened in thier lives, and all they hope to accomplish ... What is the most childish thing that you do and what will you miss most about being a child? "I dance like a kid--1 just do it to every song I hear.... l am really naive, I believe in love at first sight and stuff like that." -Liz Crossen "I play with blocks. Legos. I build castles." -Lucien Weiss "I still play pretend vet with my little sister and her friends. We use stuffed an imals (we had dogs, cats, fish, dolphins, rabbits, frogs, roosters, everything!) and put little bandages on them . We drew pictures of the animals for our "x-rays" and even wrote receipts and prescriptions for them." -Trisha Bracken "I will miss acting like I am so innocent and oblivious to the world 's problems. I think ignorance was bliss!" -Kate Sobel What are your hopes, dreams and plans for the future? "[I would like) a family, nice house, good job ... but I have no idea what I want to be" -Zach Haas "Unfortunately, I see myself becoming a capitalist like the rest of them." -Sam Bernecker "[I want to] get through high school with honors, play football in college, [and) stay true to myself." -Justin Massorti
"'
Getting Involved 24Z..\
Faculty Roaring Leaders orth Principal Craig tie r: "This in an excellent
North Assis tant Principal Joyce Sipple: "I'm
ool district. I tho ro ughly JY workin g with the young tits in the North Buildi ng . the staff is a very ta lented up of teachers. I have h ad er y positive experience in three yea rs at SCA HS."
looking forward to retiring, but I'm really going to miss the s tud ents. It's been a lot of f un . I love m y job . Not many people can say that."
Associate Principal for C urriculum Development Marcia Kramer: "Working at Sta te High has been an exhilarating expe rience fill ed with cha llen ges and celebra tions . 1 continue to be impressed by the maturity and though tfulness I encounter in my day-to-day personal interactions."
uth Principal Joyce trvey : " I have loved work-
South Assistant Principal Deb Latta: "I have ab-
at the high school and parJiarly at the South Build. I th ink the s tudents a t te High are fantas ti c. They so talented and they rea lly a grea t group ."
solutely loved working at the high school. Our s tudents are pass ionate about learning and the world around them. If we as a staff have he lped to fos ter some of that caring, th en we have done our job. "
culty
Kathryn Abdalla ....... Physical Education/Health Tina Allamon ............. ............ ............ . Secretary Maura Allen ....... ......................... Social Studies Amy Allison ....... .............. English/Delta English Susan Anderson ....... ............ ..... Social Studies Thomas Arnold .. .................. ............... .. Science
Pamela Babick....................................... French Donna Bach ........................ Emotional Support Kathleen Backus .................... .. .......... Guidance Suzan Bailey .............. ............... CTC Secretary Kelly Baily ....................................... PSU Intern Constance Barner ...... .. .......... Paraprofessional
Mark Baney ................... ............ Phys Ed/Health James Banyas ........................................... Math Kenneth Barto .......................... . Phys Ed/Health Linda Barton ................................................ ESL Robert Baumbach . ......... ............................... Art Roy Beman ........................ CTC Transportation
Susan Bickford ........... Director of Alternative Ed Randall Bitner ...................................... Tech Ed Laurie Boob ............ .................................... Math Joseph Boris .............................. . Social Studies George Bower ............... Head Custodian South Amy Bowersox ............................ Social Studies
Bellamarie Bregar .................... Autistic Support Saralee Bresler ........................... Delta Science Susan Brindle ..................................... Guidance Eileen Brown . ............................................. Math Kaylene Brummett ........................ ......... English Geneen Burris ............. School-Based Probation
Jeff Burris .................... School-Based Probation Mary Bu rroughs ...................... Paraprofessional Rudolph Burruss ..................... Paraprofessional Craig Butler ........................ ........ North Principal Mary Bytheway .......................................... Math Heather Cain ................................ Food Service
Marion Callahan .................... . Paraprofessional Jill Campbell ..................... Learning Enrichment Margaret Campbell ..... Fam. & Cons. Sciences Charlotte Carraway .............. .. Paraprofessional Elaine Cassin .............................................. RIT Sandra Cecco .......... .............. Paraprofessional
â&#x20AC;˘
â&#x20AC;˘ Subdivider~\ '-..)
Suspenders in hand, Mr. Robert Ba umba ch , art teacher and boys' cross country coach, marches next to the team's Amishthemed Home com ing float. Comparing coaching to teaching, Baumbach said, "In class there is more of a variety of students with different goals, but in cross country we are all there for the same reason." photo by
How is advising diFFerent From teaching? "When I am advising, the students are more at ease, which leads to more meaningful rapport." Mr. Harry Freeman , Latin C IU b photo by Erica Haviland
"It gives me an opportunity to get to know my students outside of the classroom ." Mrs. Jacqueline Saylor, Academic Decathlon photo
Ebun Adewumi
Mr. Patrick Vernon , TSA adviser, checks a student's work durin g a meeting . Vernon said he enjoyed "working with bright, intell igent students" in the club. "People are there because they want to be there," he
by Anna Mester
Coach Philip Klaus organizes equipment for the girls' indoor track team. "When you see a kid able to have some success, that makes [coaching] worth while ," he sa id .
Why do you coach? "Athletics is an opportunity to teach lifelong lessons, besides the sport." Coach Jack McCurdy, Softba II photo by Erica Haviland
"One of the reasons why I like to coach is that I get to know a small number of students very well. " Coach Linda Eggebeen, Field Hockey photo by Erica Havila nd
photo by Erica Haviland
During a meeting of German Club, Mr. Eric Smith works out the instructions to a German board game. Smith, who co-advised the club with Mrs. Kimberly Geiger, said advising was worth his time because "it's fun to see kids getting involved with different activities ... in a fun, safe environment. " photo by Erica Haviland
ng ......... ............ .... Paraprofessional 1in Sang ......................... PSU Intern .............. ....................... ........ English .............................. Paraprofessional rrell .............................. .. PSU Intern )We ................................ .............. Art
labney ... ............ .... Paraprofessional JOstino ... ............ .......... ....... Science !s .................... Delta Social Studies Sa ntis .................. Learning Support )ng .................. ............. .... Guidance ousa ..................... Paraprofessional
)n the field and in the classroom, students and teachers put m extra hours at school with their involvement in clubs and athletics. Spending time with coaches and advisers gave students a chance to get to know their teachers and other faculty members in a diffPrent environment. The informal setting of club me1~t1ngs led club members to a bE. tter understanding of their advtsers' personalities. Junior Sara Farag labeled Pott ry Club adviser Mrs. Holly Foy 1s "a long-haired wild child who likes chocolate." he can take any conversatton and turn it into an amusing conversation that you'll nev· •r forget," said Farag. llub trips also provided opportunities for students to learn more about their advisers "The debate coaches are greC>t because they're very supportive and encouraging, but 1t the same time totally laid back. Especially when you're ordering Chinese takeout 1t 1:00 a.m . and wading through 27. 5 inches of snow in the middle of Harvard, " said Debate Club member Deepa Sen sophomore, about advisers Ms. Amy Bowersox and Mr Scott Miller. .Athletes, on the other hand, saw their coaches more as
mentors and teachers. Knowledge of the game and the ability to relate to students on an individual basis ranked high on athletes' list of good coaching qualities. "A great person" was how senior Jon Stupar described football coach Mr. Dave Lintal, who was also a guidance counselor. "Being a counselor and a coach is really a benefit [for us], because as a counselor he knows how to deal with the players and issues on the team," Stupar said. Both athletes and club members saw their coaches and advisers as motivating forces in their lives . "If [volleyball coach Mrs. Kim-Li Kimel] would cruise through practice and sort of lollygag around , we would want to do that too, but since she's so focused it makes us want to do our best," said senior Jarrod Rider. Thespian Nevin King, senior, put it another way when talking about adviser Mrs. Jill Campbell: "It makes me feel guilty if I don't help out because she puts a lot of hard work into it." Whether students saw them as guides, friends, or something in between, coaches and club advisers helped set the tone for extracurricular life. by Erica Haviland
Working Overtime At a meeting of Fine Arts C lub , adviser an d a rt teacher Mr. Robert Placky helps j un i or Bridget Simpson with an art piece. "When you're advising," sa id Placky, "it really has to be more of a democracy, while being a teacher - and I say this in a tongue-incheek way - is more like being a dictator. ..The hardest part [about advising] is that you have to rein in 20 different ideas. You have to reach a consensus." photo
Mrs. Sharon Pearson and Mrs. Jill Campbell, T hespi ans advise rs, share a computer. "I feel Jill and I inspire each other," said Pearson of their advising partnership. "We also complement each other very well. She excels at directing and choreography, while I do costume designs and I have knowledge of props and producing a show." photo by Erica Haviland
Santin a Dibert ......... ................ Paraprofessional David Dillon ................................. Social Studies Julie Dillon ....................... Attendance Secretary Beverly Divany ......... ................... Computer Lab John Donoughe ................. ............... ..... Science Shirley Donovan ........ ....... Learning Enrichment
Lucille Doremus ..................... Paraprofessional Robert Drafall .... .. ........ ............................. Music Sueann Duffy ...... ................... Paraprofessional David Eastman ............... ....................... English Linda Eggebeen .. .. ................... Phys Ed/Health Jennifer Evans .... .. ........ ........................ English
Sharon Faulkner ..... ....................... ........ Library Gregory Ferro ............................ Social Studies Carolyn Foust ........... ......... ........... CTC Director Holly Foy .................. ....................... .......... ... . Art Drew Frank .............. .......... .................. Science Deborah Fredley ....... ....... .. ........ Computer Lab
C"' Coaches and Club Advisers 251 _,
teman ........................... English, Latin ................................ Learning Support Jrmanek ....................... Social Studies 1llagher ...................................... Nurse allagher ............................. .... Science ndhi .. ........... ........... . Paraprofessional
tes ...... ........................ ... Food Service 3azda ........................ Phys Ed/Health ~arhart ..................... Paraprofessional Geiger ........................ ........... German tig ................................ ........ .. ..... Math )W ...... .. ............ .. .. ...... ...... .. Delta Math
With no students needing
Behind the
~!lj1f.ftj help finding or checking
out books, South Building libraria n Mrs. Sha ron Faulkner keeps busy at the computer. Non-teacher staff members had some advantages over teachers, said Faulkner, including, "We don't have to correct tests or homework, but we still get to help students. "
Seen~ "There's a new challenge every day. It's basically the same each day, but with a different mess." Mr. Mike Weaver, Custodian photoby Erica Haviland
photo by Rebecca Eggebeen
Custodian Mr. Joe Roan empties a North Building trash can. Dealing with everything from major cafeteria spills to locker troubles, custod ians kept the school liveable by patrolling the hall s during and afte r
"I enjoy working with students on an individual basis. I find it fun to help a student locate information for a report or a book he or she will enjoy reading." Mrs. Lois Scarangella, North Librarian photoby
Freshman Heather Tober takes advantage of South Building tutoring services. Tutor Mrs. Sue La Brecque said she liked her job because she could "work with students one on one."
Erica Haviland
'The students. They are friendly, nice kids, and they keep you young while you're older." Mrs. Georgia Warren, Food Service photo by Nivedita Shus han
What do you like most about working al路 State High?
ty
Harleys Owner Group member Mr. Hal Hallock, accompanied by an unidentified passenger, motors slowly down the street in the State High Homecoming Parade. A substitute teacher, Hallock was near-legendary among students for hi s H arley Da vidson, sparkly purple car, and personally designed shoes. photo by Ebun Adewuml
Sue Gill .............................................. Secretary Roxann Gill ............................ Paraprofessional Tami Gilmour ........................................ Science Philip Gipe ......................... ................... Science Julie Gittings .................... Learning Enrichment Marilyn Goldfarb ........ ....... .. ............. Delta Math
Michael Goldfine .................................... English Cynthia Golembeski ... Fam. & Cons. Sciences Cora Gornor .... ......... .............. Paraprofessional Carol Greenberg .......... Delta Paraprofessional Nancy Greenleaf ............. .. ..... Paraprofessional Karen Grieb ............ .......... ....... Phys Ed/Health
Alice Griffin ............................................ Library Tabatha Griffin .............................. ... PSU Intern Nadine Grissinger .................. Paraprofessional Nickel Grove .. .................. ...... Paraprofessional Joan Gummo ......... ...................... Food Service Steven Guthoff ............................ ....... Guidance
Deborah Hagg ...................... Learning Support Susan Hamilton ................. Protective Services William Harrington ....................... ............. Math Robert Harris ......................... Paraprofessional Cynthia Hart ............ English, Learning Support Joyce Harvey ......... ................... South Principal
Barbara Hawbecker ...................... Business Ed Paul Heasley .......................... CTC Agriculture Deb Herman ................. ........ Learning Support Mary Hershey ............... ........................ Science Dawn Hill ............... ........ .. ................... Secretary Andrea Hoffman .......... ... ........... .. Food Service
Emily Hoober ........................ Learning Support Raeann Horgas ........... ............ .............. English Evelyn Houck ........ .................................... Math Margo Houston ........... .. ......... Paraprofessional Diane Howley ............... . Attendance Secretary Alfred Hubbard .. ........................ Computer Lab
Veronica lacobazzo ................. ........ PSU Intern Brian Ishler .............................. Phys Ed/Health Shelly Ishler ............... . Diversified Occupations Sheri Jodon ............... ............ Paraprofessional Deborah Jones ..................... Learning Support Marilyn Jones ........................................ English
Faces
.m
Standing by the girls' soccer team , Athletic Director Mr. Ron Pavlechko grins during the fall sports rally .
Wearing PJs during Spirit Week, English teacher Mrs. Georgina Motter gestures to make a point.
tlu~ Faculty
Choir teacher Mr. Robert Drafall takes a break from the piano while he speaks to his class.
Mr. Kenneth Barto tries to keep his P.E. students in one piece during fencing. ~ Working Behind the Scenes ~53, )
Faces
Mrs . Sandra Wyngaard helps sophomore Tatyana Likhonin with her English assignment.
Physics teacher Mr. Andrew Ricker demonstrates Newton's First Law of Motion during fifth period.
m
tl1e
Faculty
1Joseph ..... ............. Phys Ed/Health 1dy .... .......... Fam. & Cons. Sciences 3kawa .................................. Tutoring rten ........................ Paraprofessional ani ......................... Paraprofessional ...... ....................................... Science
:iggen ......... .......... Learning Support eski ....................... ................... Math 1el .............................. Social Studies sell ......................... ...... Business Ed s .. ........................................ Tech Ed •acha ...................... ............. Spanish
jienst ........ .. ..... Science Coordinator 1t .. .......................... ........ .. ... Science alczyk .................................. Science 1er ......................... Paraprofessional .mer ................... Associate Principal :hmar ....... .. ........................... English
Jmp ...................... Learning Support Jrzinger ................... Phys Ed/Health -zinger ............................... Driver Ed l cque ........ ............. Paraprofessional Lakhtakia ............................ Spanish a ............. .. South Assistant Principal
_auver ...... ................................ Math chnar ................... ..... Social Studies 1e .......................... Learning Support onhardt ................. Paraprofessional !I ...................... Guidance Counselor .......................... Emotional Support
.................................. Social Studies ng .......................................... Library ................................. Social Studies ~nski .................................... Spanish ............................ .......... ....... Science nch ......................... Phys Ed/Health
1ker ....................................... English :tckes ...................... Phys Ed/Health 1agulick ................. Paraprofessional chosky ................. Learning Support 3rkle ...................... Paraprofessional ·shall ...................... Paraprofessional lty
N inth-grade counselor Mrs. Kathleen Backus rearranges a student's schedule on the computer.
In Emergency Medical Training class, Mr. Dave Hamilton fits a C-collar on sophomore Matt Horner.
r I
Just as students worked together to better their educational lives, teachers also chose to help each other. Wh ther by talking in meetings or mentoring interns, teache rs exchanged ideas, plans, lessons, and help. Interacting through fun was a WAY for teachers to get used to each other, bond, and make lifelong relationships. Said math teacher Mrs. Bing Morris, "We have a birthday list and everyone's birthday gets remembered with a cake." This bond was helpful when teachers in a department had me tmgs to talk about how to bett â&#x20AC;˘r help their students . Morns said, "We share ideas about how to present lessons. We make sure to teach the same curriculum so that math teachers don't teach different aspects of math." Tt- achers who were in the sam department or who taught the same classes also shared papers and collaborated on tests. Not only did teachers share with other teachers; they also shared with those who had yet to become teachers. Through Penn State, teachers in training came to different classes throughout State
High to gain teaching experience. After observing classes for part of the year, interns eventually got to teach lessons themselves. Mentors guided them along the way. "It's best to learn and see how they do things, and model them and get advice from them," said Ms. Lauren Zuch, an intern. "It's been interesting to see English styles and different personalities . Everyone's unique, and it's good to observe teachers at work." Zuch's mentor at State High was Mrs. Marianne Myers, an English teacher. Mentoring was also a way for teachers to sharpen their teaching abilities and learn new teaching strategies. "The professional development works both ways," said Biology teacher Mr. Drew Frank of the internship program. His intern, Ms. Chrissie Kale, brought the field of inquiry into the classroom . 'That's a teaching strategy that I didn't have when I was in school , so I'm really learning from her," said Frank. Behind the scenes, teachers were constantly working to help their students and each other. by Ebun Adewumi
Scratch My Hack... You
-l
With a spare minute between classes, phys ical education teache rs Mr. Dennis Rhule and Mr. Brian lshlerconverse. ln addition to saying that he and Ishler were "really good friends," Rhule pointed out the practical benefits of working tog eth e r: " W he n one teacher is away the other kn ows the proce dure. " Teachers played a double role in each others' lives as bo th coll eagues an d friends. photo by Alex Rodgers
As the holiday break rolls near , Eng lish teacher Mrs. Sarah Rita and intern Ms. Kristi McG ra th play Ebeneezer Scrooge and Bob Cratchit in the annual English Department presentation of A Christmas Carol . "My experience as an intern is teaching me the true meaning of collaboration between teachers," said McGrath. photo by Erica Haviland
Michelle Mason ....................... .............. Science Gary Masquelier .......................... Delta English Lau rie Masquelier .................... Delta Secretary Bernadette McCi incy ............ Learning Support Jack McCurdy ... ........... .... Guidance Counselor Shai McGowan ....................... .................. Math
Christopher McKee .................... Social Studies Melissa McKivison ......... .......... .. ........... .... Math Dianne McMurtry ........... ........................... Math Tad McPherson .................................... Science Priscilla McShea .................... Paraprofessional Galen McWilliams .................... Phys Ed/Health
Polly McWilliams ............ ........................ English Ann Menotti ............................... Computer Lab Andrew Merritt ..... ...................... Social Studies Jea nne Miceli ....... .................. Paraprofessional Julie Miller ...................... .............. ........ Phys Ed Karen Miller .......... ......... ........... ..... ........ English Teachers Workino Tooether
~
f«n:es in
Ms. Joann Luzenski talks with sophomores Jesse Greenberg and Jessie Henry in Spanish class.
With a can of Sprite handy, North Building principal Mr. Craig Butler works during his lunch.
the
l:«n:ulty
a Morris .......................... ................. Math 1ina Motter .................................... English 1ne Myers .................................... English 1\nn Nasatka ................................ English m Nelson ..................... Paraprofessional ra Nilsen ......... Speech & Lang. Therapy
>'Connell ..................................... Spanish lo Okparanta .......................... PSU Intern llenoski ....................................... Reading Owens ........... Sign Language Interpreter len Packer .................... Paraprofessional Paul ............................................ Reading
1ra Pavlechko ............................ Secretary d Pavlechko ................... Athletic Director Je Pavlik ......................... Media Specialist •lie Pavlov ...................................... English m Pearson ..................... Paraprofessional Peterson ............ Fam. & Cons. Sciences
=>etnick .............................. Social Studies 'etlingill .................. ....... Paraprofessional hy Pfeuffer ........ Natatorium Coordinator 1e Pickering ................................. Science >hine Pirrone ................................ English rt Placky .......................... .................... Art
3h Poveromo ..................... Social Studies tl Price ................... .......... Delta Guidance 1e Pruszko ....................... .. Computer Lab een Ragusea ......... ........................... .. .. Art Ramsey ...................................... Spanish Ranney ....... ................... Paraprofessional
Rarrick .................. ............ Social Studies ;ia Reitz ................. .............. Food Service is Rhule ....................................... Phys Ed 3W Ricker ...................................... Science las Ripka .............. CTC Elec. Technology •s Ritchey ................ ......... . Art Coordinator
Rito ............................................. English Robinson .. .......... .................... ..... Music Rodkey .................. ..................... Phys Ed lyn Romaine .................. Paraprofessional :lr Rose .................. ........................... Math • Rossman . ............................... CTC Math
1
!S
Science teacher Dr. Tom Arnold grades his Earth Science 1 students' work.
In preparation for the next group of lunch students cafeteria worker Mrs. Ev~ Pettingill wipes off a table.
'T
Wl1at is is like to work at the place
llll in the
wl1ere your child attends school? "It's really neat to have Natalya here because sometimes she comes in to talk to me ... Atthe end of the day she waits for me and we drive home together." Mrs. Mercedes Lakhtakia , Spanish teacher photobyHannaxu
Family Enjoying the moment, biology teacher Mrs. Michelle Mason and daughter, sophomore Meghan, recover after crashing their sled. Mrs. Mason said that having a high school-age daughter helped her relate to her students. "It keeps me in sync with music, fashion, what's hot and what's not. It keeps me young ." Meghan named, "a faculty room filled with food," as one of the advantages of her mother's position. photo bv Erica Haviland
"Working here provides insight into the educational opportunities that State High has to offer, which I can use to aid my children." Mr. Tod McPherson, Science teacher photobyEricaHaviland
What do you like about l1ÂŤ1uing a parent work at State High? "I like that [my mom] is a relatively popular teacher that most of the kids like, so I'm cool by association. " Karie Yingling, Sophomore
"I like the fact that I can get [papers] signed and the availability of candy and other goodies." Matt Hershey, Junior photobyAdsmMassaro
Computer lab paraprofessional Mrs. Deborah Fred ley displays the contents of her screen to daughter Tracy, sophomore. "I usually never go to my study hall. I j ust go to my mom's lab and hang out there," said Tracy. Mrs. Fredley, whose other daughter, Kelly, senior, also attended State High, said that having her kids at school with her was "like being at home." "I love it," she said. "I can keep track of them. We can talk about classes, and I'm there if she needs something - like money for lunch." photo by Alex Rodgers
Karen Roth ............................................... Nurse Linda Rudy ................................... Food Service Eugene Ruocchio ................ ............. .... Science Ginger Rupert ........................................... Math T homas Sallade ................................... Tech Ed Carol Sampsel ....................... Paraprofessional
Gloria Sampsel ...................... Admin. Assistant Denise Savini ........................ Reading I English Katherine Scal ise .............................. Guidance Lois Scarangella .................................... Library James Schaper ......................................... Math Christina Schell ..................................... Library Faculty Whose Kids Attend State High
fs7
3elders ..................... Paraprofessional Shakley ......... Natatorium Coordinator ~ Shortie ....... ........... . Paraprofessional ;hrigley ......... ............ Paraprofessional )impson ...... .............. .......... ..... French gh .... ............ ............ Paraprofessional
ingle .................................. PSU Intern )pie ............. North Assistant Principal nith ............. ............ ................ Science h .... ........................................ German ................... ................... Food Service Smith ......... ............ .. .............. Spanish
3nyder .................... Learning Support >ltis .................................. ............ Math Somers .................. ..................... Math )annuth ....... ............................. Library )eakman .. ..... Diversified Occupations >tein .......... ............... Para professional
Laughing
"Mrs. Miller does the funniest things to convey a point. She will act out a sentence to show us the grammatical forms in it. It's a little weird, but it really helps you learn!" Chelsea Vanderlinden, sophomore photo by Erica Haviland
Out Loud Wearing a student's pink backpack, Learning Enrichment Director Dr. John Sheridan knits and jokes with students during fifth period L.E. Said L.E. teacher Mrs. Julie Gittings on Sheridan, "He's very flexible and interested in how knitting and other physical actions can expand a student's horizons. He is a wonderful man." The knitting craze that swept the school started in L.E.
"In Mr. Harrington's class we play th is game called 'Life Stories' sometimes. I like it because it makes our class closer." Doren Ivery, senior p hoto by Bryan Cohen
photo by Nata/ya Lakhtakia
J
-' f
"[Dr. Lechnar] always talks about a calculator he got while pumping gas, commu nists, SUVs, and Republicans in general but Bush specifically." Jessica Tober, junior "My math teacher Mr. Banyas never uses the textbook. He makes up a lot of the problems ... lt helps our learning to use real-life stuff." Owen Smith, sophomore p hoto by Alex Rodgers
Jl
Showing off his dance moves, intern Mr. Jay Jennings performs the "Notebook Dance" for his fifth period Physics 1 class. Mr. Andrew Ricker, Jennings' mentor, explained the history of notebook-related art forms. "My first year of teaching I had to keep telling my students to get their notebooks out, so students made a song out of it. I thought that was a great idea, so I started doing it, just making a big deal out of it, and Mr. Jennings picked it up too." Jennings also wrote a poem about notebooks. photo by Jenny
What unusual things does your teacher do in class?
Deborah Steinberg ............. .. Learning Support Karen Stoehr .............. ..... Guidance Counselor Linda Strauss ............. ........... Learning Support Amanda Strittmatter .............. ................ French Linda Stroschein .......................... Food Service James Stump ............................................ MRC
Karin Sutherland ....................................... Math Donald Thompson ............... ...... Social Studies Keith Thompson .................................... English Connie Tomeo .................... .. . Paraprofessional Jerry Ummarino ........ .. ....... ... Learning Support Willem Van den Berg .......... .................. Science
Patrick Vernon ... ....... .. ....... .................. Tech Ed Richard Victor .......................................... Music Mary Waddington .............. .... Paraprofessional Jason Walker ............................ Security Guard June Walter ...... ..................... Paraprofessional Laura Walz ......................................... Secretary
Georgia Warren ........ ......... .......... Food Service Betty Was hell ............ ......... .......... Food Service Debra Way ......................... .......... Food Service Christopher Weakland ....... .............. .. Driver Ed Dana Webber ... ........ ......... .. ................ Spanish Mary Wharton ... ........ ............................ Monitor
Hubert While ......................................... Science Robert White ......................................... Science Barbara Whittaker .............. ..... CTC Hospitality Andrew Wilson ............................................ ESL Eleanor Witherite ................... Paraprofessional Karen Wolanski ................................. Secretary
Dale Woomer ..................... ... Business Ed/D.O. Nola Wright ............................. Media Specialist Sandra Wyngaard .... ......... ..................... English Cheryl Yarnell ........... ......... ...... Delta Guidance Kathleen Yingling .... ....................... .. ..... English Mary York ....... .. ................ .............. ....... English
Dottie Young ..................... ........... Food Service Martha Young ........................................ French Mary Zeigler ............. ......... ........... Food Service Lauren Zuch .................................... PSU Intern
Face~ in the Faculty
Mrs. Barbara Whittaker, CTC Hospitality teacher, speaks to club members during a meeting of VI CA.
. , '.
.
I
Math teacher Mrs. Linda Kilareski registers teams for Key Club's All-Night Volleyball Tournament.
.-ACa
1. -~ ~
Dr. Michael Lechnar lectures to his AP U.S. History class in the North
South Building lunch cashier Mrs. Jill Smith helps freshman Nicole Long
R1 1ilrlinn l'111rlilnri11m
m;::tkA
~ n11rr.h~~P.