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C T Contownian Contownian News Magazine The Conemaugh Township Area Middle School/High School April 2014 Volume 76 Number 8 T Induction Ceremony to be Held The National Honor Society will hold its annual Induction Ceremony on May 6, 2014 at 7:00PM in the Conemaugh Township Area Middle School / High School auditorium. The senior inductees are Cara Rummell, Karla Luprek, McKenna Daugherty, Lea Harker, and Larissa Herdman. The junior inductees are Stephen Summits, Alex Stahl, Makenzie Teeter, Jason Sotosky, Corey Layton, Emilee Naugle, Morgan Good, Devin Jenkinson, Lindsay Grove, Emma Fisher, and Lucas Maurer. The sophomore inductees are Lindsay Fetterman, Eric Kmett, Michael Roman, Emily Kaltreider, Nicole Moyer, Aaron Griffith, Abigail Cover, Kylee Doyle, Molly Massimo, Alyssa Blank, Travis Eash, and Coltin Miller. The current members are seniors Marla Aurandt, Carley Bonk, Megan Boyer, Mikella Buncich, Isaac Callihan, Jeffrey Cal- lihan, Olivia Conrad, Morgan Dressick, Russell Grunza, Melanie Kauffman, Alexis Lohr, Kayla Luprek, Luke Meyers, Kody Ofsanko, Katelyn Oleskey, Jared Pavlosky, Page Prebehalla, Vincent Quezada, Bailey Roberts, Kristan Rouser, Kate Thomas, Eli Wenger, Danielle Wertz, and Gabrielle Williams; and juniors David Saylor, Evan Steeves, Leah Sprock, Trenton Maher, Ariel McDowell, Michael Dilla, and Andrea Cable. The Society’s officers are President, Isaac Callihan; Vice President, Jared Pavlosky; Secretary, Gabrielle Williams; and Treasurer, Kayla Luprek. The group is advised by Miss Mary Grace Lingenfelter. Miss Lingenfelter stated the four pillars of the society are Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character. Four candles representing these characteristics will be lit at the ceremony. Every member has to perform two service projects. The two projects involving the students this year were Treasures for Children and volunteer work at the Somerset Humane Society. Isaac Callihan, a senior and the president of NHS, stated, “It’s a great honor to be the president of a great scholastic club that helps the community and its students.” The Conemaugh Township Area Middle School / High School Na- tional Honor Society sash

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TInduction Ceremony to be HeldThe National Honor Society will hold its annual Induction Ceremony on May 6, 2014 at 7:00PM in the Conemaugh Township Area Middle School / High School auditorium.

The senior inductees are Cara Rummell, Karla Luprek, McKenna Daugherty, Lea Harker, and Larissa Herdman. The junior inductees are Stephen Summits, Alex Stahl, Makenzie Teeter, Jason Sotosky, Corey Layton, Emilee Naugle, Morgan Good, Devin Jenkinson, Lindsay Grove, Emma Fisher, and Lucas Maurer. The sophomore inductees are Lindsay Fetterman, Eric Kmett, Michael Roman, Emily Kaltreider, Nicole Moyer, Aaron Griffith, Abigail Cover, Kylee Doyle, Molly Massimo, Alyssa Blank, Travis Eash, and Coltin Miller.

The current members are seniors Marla Aurandt, Carley Bonk, Megan Boyer, Mikella Buncich, Isaac Callihan, Jeffrey Cal-lihan, Olivia Conrad, Morgan Dressick, Russell Grunza, Melanie Kauffman, Alexis Lohr, Kayla Luprek, Luke Meyers, Kody Ofsanko, Katelyn Oleskey, Jared Pavlosky, Page Prebehalla, Vincent Quezada, Bailey Roberts, Kristan Rouser, Kate Thomas, Eli Wenger, Danielle Wertz, and Gabrielle Williams; and juniors David Saylor, Evan Steeves, Leah Sprock, Trenton Maher, Ariel McDowell, Michael Dilla, and Andrea Cable.

The Society’s officers are President, Isaac Callihan; Vice President, Jared Pavlosky; Secretary, Gabrielle Williams; and Treasurer, Kayla Luprek. The group is advised by Miss Mary Grace Lingenfelter.

Miss Lingenfelter stated the four pillars of the society are

Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character. Four

candles representing these characteristics will be lit at the

ceremony.

Every member has to perform two service projects. The

two projects involving the students this year were Treasures

for Children and volunteer work at the Somerset Humane

Society.

Isaac Callihan, a senior and the president of NHS, stated, “It’s

a great honor to be the president of a great scholastic club

that helps the community and its students.”The Conemaugh Township Area Middle School / High School Na-tional Honor Society sash

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ith summer right around the corner, adults and teenag-ers are climbing into tanning beds to get a head start on that highly sought after glow. According to the American

Academy of Dermatology, on any given day, over one million men, women, and teenagers will enter a tanning bed in an at-tempt to make their skin a darker hue. However, although it helps create a natural glow, tanning can be dangerous.

Many believe tanning beds give off vitamin D, which is essential for the body. It promotes bone health, reduces inflammation, and supports the immune system. Vitamin D can be managed through diet and supplements, but the majority of this compound comes from the sun. The sun’s ultraviolet, or UV, rays act as a trigger to help our bodies make vitamin D. Most tanning salons are staffed by educated employees who help their customers achieve the glow they have been searching for without being exposed to the sun’s harmful rays. They suggest tanning in a controlled environment as a “smart” way to tan. Tanning is also very convenient. It allows an individual to be able to tan any time of the day, regardless of season.

However, tanning beds emit Ultraviolet-A (UVA) rays. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, UVA rays can be up to fifteen times more powerful than the Ultraviolet-B (UVB) rays released by the sun. By changing the DNA of skin cells, these rays can cause early aging of skin. Unprotected and repeated exposure can result in dryness, wrinkling, and sagging. Overall, this gives a tanner’s damaged skin a leathery appearance.

Not only can tanning beds change the DNA of skin cells, but according to the American Academy of Dermatology, over 116,500 cases of melanoma were diagnosed in 2008. This is the second-most common cancer in individuals between the ages of fifteen and twenty-nine.

Although tanning is convenient and an easy way to get the recommended amount of vitamin D and that highly sought after color, there are clearly significant downfalls to tanning. The natural glow achieved in a tanning bed can definitely have many negative effects on your body.

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Unity Through Uniforms?

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There are many differing opinions regarding school uniforms. The debate is over whether they should or should not be utilized. This is an issue for many schools around the world today.

One issue with school uniforms is their lack of individuality. In public schools, students have the chance to express themselves through their own personal style how they want to. However, in

schools where students are required to wear uniforms, they do not have this chance. You can tell a lot about someone by how they dress. Some do not want to be like everyone else. They want to stand out. For this reason, this can be a positive or a negative thing.

School uniforms are not always bad, though. Students who go to schools where uniforms are required have a better chance of not being bullied for their choice of clothing. If they are wearing the same clothes as everyone else, then they cannot get made fun of for not having the “right” clothes on. Uniforms also help students with the dilemma of choosing their daily outfit. With a uniform, they do not have to spend extra time figuring out what to wear.

There are many ways to decide whether or not schools should have uniforms. It is my opinion that only private schools should have uniforms. If uniforms are then an issue for an individual, he simply has to go to a different school where uniforms are not required.

A Soundtrack for SummerMusic may be considered a universal tool, a career by some, a hobby by many, and a key to relaxation by almost all. Per-sonally, it is difficult to narrow my favorite music selections down to one band. However, one band I am very fond of is Sublime. Their reggae style has always given me a sense of glee and taken me back to joyful memories on the beach.

Sublime was a punk/reggae band from America that was very popular in the mid-nineties. As the lead singer, Brad-ley Nowell delivered a calming voice and was an excellent guitar player. Sublime’s bassist, Eric Wilson, and drum-mer, Bud Gaugh, were also imperative members. Seen in many pictures of the band, Nowell’s well known dalmatian, Lou Dog, was commonly seen as the band’s mascot. A few of Sublime’s biggest hits were “Santeria,” “Doin’ Time,” and “Wrong Way.” These songs are full of references to the beach and memories of this band’s members, whether they be individual or possible scenarios. Sadly, Bradley Nowell was caught in a dark place in his life in 1996 when he over-dosed on heroin. He left behind many well-known albums and celebrated memories.

Personally, Sublime has become a nostalgic band carrying images of being at the beach and sitting around campfires listening to acoustic guitars. These have been some of the warmest memories to many, and the good times celebrat-ed with their music will bring everlasting bliss and peace to many of the band’s followers.

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EditorsSenior Editor-in-Chief......................................Carley BonkJunior Editor-in-Chief.............................................David Saylor Senior News Editor............................................Katelyn OleskeyJunior News Editor................................................Andrea CableSenior Features Editor........................................Mikella BuncichJunior Features Editor.............................................Leah Sprock Senior Sports Editor.............................................Austin SpeigleJunior Sports Editor.....................................................Alex StahlSenior Society Editor..............................................Megan BoyerJunior Society Editor..............................................Corey LaytonSenior Photography Editor...............................Morgan DressickJunior Photography Editor......................................Jenna Glover Senior Advertising Manager..............................Katelyn OleskeyJunior Advertising Manager................................Tayllor LehmanSenior Business Manager........................................Jordan RichJunior Business Manager....................................Steven Meyers

News StaffJacquelyn Bassett..........Emily Bridge.........Stephen CooperJuliah Folton............Vincent Quezada...........Maxwell Rager

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Feature StaffAndrea Ardary...........Marla Aurandt............Sebastian HenryLeah Kauffman...........Tayllor Lehman...........Steven Meyers

Society StaffBrittany Garrety..............Rena Kauffman.............Faith SafkoAllyson Shroyer....................................Hannah Weatherford

Sports StaffAngela Blank...................Erica Blank..................Eric NaugleJordan Rich...........McKinley Sanders............Tyler SharrettsZachary Svencer..............................................Kyler Yingling

Photography StaffAngela Blank.............Erica Blank.............Jacquelyn BassettAndrea Cable...............Steven Meyers...............Faith Safko

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Advisor:Michael J. Andolina

Josiah Parker prac-tices reading for the Reading Team.

April Apparitions

Zoe Stumpo lands in the “Long Jump” at the track meet.

Taya Kimmel and Mary Kate College look to be enjoying themselves at the Junior High Dance.

Aaron Griffith, Emma Fisher, and Andrea Cable share a song as cast members of the musical “Fiddler on the Roof.”

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April HijinksFish are hanging on some people’s backs. Why one may ask? April Fool’s Day is the time to play tricks and jokes on your friends and family. These jokes might consist of a fun fib or an activity that makes someone raise questions and think a little more than usual.

April Fool’s Day can make you very paranoid and cause you to panic at every moment of the day. This day tests a your level of trust for those around you and gives you the chance to see who you can trust. In the case of a jokes being played on you, you must remain calm and go along with the prank being pulled on you.

The fish from the French classes are a good example of such pranks. These fish are to be put on the back of people as they walk in the hallways or sit at lunch. The main purpose of this prank is to make sure the person does not know anything is going on. The way he finds out if there is a fish on his back is by someone telling him or the giggles he will generate on his way to classes.

The most important thing to remember on this day is to never take the jokes seriously. Remember, most pranks pulled by your friends are all in good nature. This is a day to laugh and come up with the best pranks in order to make your classmates and family member’s chuckle. Look up good ideas on Pinterest or Google for the years to come and make the most of this wonder-fully notorious day everyone has come to dread but love.

Spring into Warm Weather Activities

approximately five miles from the high school. There, you can play volleyball, hike, or even swim with friends! If you have time on a weekend you could also take an enjoyable road trip with friends and family to a sunshiny beach, such as Ocean City.

Many people have the wrong idea about the transition from winter into spring. They think of this time as merely boring and rainy. On the contrary, it can be one of the most fun times of year - the weather is turning warm, the weeks are flying by, and summer is fast approaching. With the company of good people and a sense of readiness, we can stay busy this spring while having a blast!

As the warm weather is fast approaching, many people are looking for ideas of how to stay preoccupied with fun activities and plans. There is a common misconception about the dif-ferent activities our little town has to offer. Certainly, there are many things available to us as spring begins to show its shining face.

The winter months may seem to have been a drag, but the sun is beginning to shine and there will soon be many more opportuni-ties to be outside. If you are not involved in any outdoor sports such as Track and Field, Baseball, or Softball, there are still many chances to be either active or relax outside. On a sunny day with little wind, laying a blanket down in a shady area or near many trees for a picnic is always a delightful event! Grab a few friends and you can go on a nature hike somewhere near home. There is assuredly more beauty than we know to our town. All you will need is a good pair of tennis shoes, a possible selection of snacks and water bottles, and a great group of positive people! Another option could be visiting the Quemahoning Dam, which is only

The stresses of school are piling up. It is down to the last marking period and it seems everyone is expecting a lot out of each one of us. Do not freak out though! There are plenty of ways to reduce stress.

The stress of school, work, friends, family, and other respon-sibilities can eventually wear you down. Do not let everything overwhelm you, though, as eventually you could not be able to take any more of it and become overwhelmed. One of the best things you can do to combat stress is exercise. Exercise releases endorphins that reduce stress and can overall make you a happier person. By taking a walk, run, or by doing any exercise in general, you can easily relieve some of the stress you are dealing with. Along with getting rid of stress, another benefit of exercise is that it will get you in shape.

Another way to reduce stress levels is by taking a vacation and any small break you can from work or homework. This will benefit you in multiple ways. You will be relieving your stress level from the given situation and at the same time you still will be getting your work done.

Talking is the simplest form of stress relief. If you are some-one who does not have time for anything, by simply talking to a friend, family member, or counselor, you can solve some problems you might be having in your life, which in turn will reduce the amount of stress you are experiencing. Sometimes it just helps to get everything off of your “chest,” but a counselor would be the best option, since he does not know the people and situations you are dealing with and will be completely impersonal.

Stress is a factor in everyone’s life. You must learn how to manage it in some way. Hopefully, these are some options that will benefit you.

Battling Stress

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Alumni of the MonthMr. Andolina was also the drama/play director. As Leah entered the musicals she became more comfortable with audiences. To-day, her life deals with being on television and radio talk shows. Musicals directed by Mr. Andolina really taught her to be in the public spotlight and keep her self-composure. Miss Wyar did not have to go through media training like most others. With the help and support from MA during high school, it provided her with the experience she needed in today’s world. Her very first New York trip without her parents was with MA. Little did she know that was the journey that laid out her future.

Leah’s favorite high school memory was dancing the role of Eliza in “The King and I.”

One of Miss Wyar’s favorite things to do at work is cover “Fashion Week.” Leah gets to see all the hair, make-up, and nails before the models walk the runway. Also, she loves when she gets to go on the Today Show.

“It is really fun!” She states.

When she came to New York with Mr. Andolina, they toured the NBC building.

“Every time I step into the magnificent building I remember the first time MA and I were there.”

Leah says another one of her favorite things she gets to do at work is seeing all of the new beauty products. Leah gets to see and test the products four months before they are released into the stores. She also gotten to meet many fun celebrities such as Kim Kardashian, Ciara, and Kelly Osbourne. Along with these exciting events she enjoys doing Cosmo Radio once a week on Sirius XM radio.

When asked what her favorite store was in New York, she excit-edly exclaimed, “Barneys!”

Leah Romito, formerly known as Leah Wyar, graduated in 1996 from Conemaugh Township Area Middle School/High School. After graduat-ing she majored in psychology and business at Susquehanna University, which she loved for its small intimate atmosphere. In her junior year she took the chance to study abroad in London. It was at this very point when Leah knew what she was meant to do. Miss Wyar was instantly taken

with the idea of going to work in a city after graduating with a bigger, more exciting atmosphere.

“Everything was amazing!” She exclaimed.

When she arrived home she immediately revised her future plans. She then found her first job in New York City. Leah was hesitant at first but promised herself she would spend one year there and then decide. She finally knew what the future would hold for her. Leah’s very first job in New York City came from Health Magazine, where she was assistant beauty and fashion editor. She found herself in this position for four and a half years. Self Magazine then contacted her to be in-charge of beauty at its institute. After a few promotions later, Leah picked up her make-up and moved again. Fitness Mag-azine was her first beauty director position. A year went by and sud-denly a job at Cosmopolitan Magazine opened. Leah thought long and hard about her decision before applying.

“Fitness was amazing, but Cosmo is the best. I had to go there!”

Today, this is where she is and has been for four years.

Leah resides in New York City, New York with her husband and pug, Eloise. Her favorite teacher was Mr. Andolina, also known as “MA.” He gave her the experience of an adult.

“He gave us freedom, the ability to grow-up, and the opportunity to find ourselves.” Mr. Andolina was not afraid to call anyone out for his mistakes.” Leah states. “I screwed up a layout for the newspa-per one time but was too afraid to own up to it. Mr. Andolina let me have it.”

She thanks him for letting her experience the magazine world as it is today.

“Magazines are a cut-throat, never sugar-coated world.” she stated. He treated us with respect, but not only did he teach us about jour-nalism, but about life.

Leah Wyar

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The Conemaugh Township Area Middle School/High School Softball Team has started off the year with a record of 2-3. The tribe took its first game with a score of 8-3 against the Meyersdale Red Raiders. Leading the Indians with hits were McKenna Daugherty, Erica Blank, and Kayla Luprek, all with three hits a piece. Recording two hits was Kayla Folta, Abigail Roberts, Bethany Brenchak, and Shannon Golias. Sophomore Nicole Moyer had one hit in the win.

The team’s second game was a hard fought loss against the Portage Mustangs by a score of 7-6. Again record-ing multiple hits for the Indians was Kayla Luprek, Erica Blank, Kayla Folta, and Shannon Golias.

The softball team’s next game was against the Fern-dale Yellow Jackets where it came away with a win by a score of 4-2. Recording two hits each for the tribe were a tandem of sophomores consisting of Kayla Folta and Abbey Roberts. Erica Blank, Nicole Moyer, and Kayla Luprek all had one hit for the tribe in the winning effort. Senior ace McKenna Daugherty recorded the win from the mound.

The team’s latest two games came as losses. One was to the Windber Ramblers and the other to the Conemaugh Valley Blue Jays by scores of 9-2 and 10-7, respectively.

Jacob Formica is the son of Chris and Theresa Formica of Davidsville.

While at Conemaugh Township Area Middle School/High School Jacob participated in many sports. He has earned two letters in Varsity Football and Basketball. He also

has earned one letter in Varsity Track and Varsity Baseball.

When Jacob is not on the field or on the court he enjoys play-ing paintball, hanging out with his friends, and playing video games in his spare time.

Jacob’s future plans are to attend the Indiana University of Pennsylvania with an unde-cided major.Jacob Formica

Varsity Softball

Athletes...The Conemaugh Township Area Middle School/High School Varsity Track Team opened up its season away at Meyers-dale. The boys’ and girls’ team both fell to the Red Raiders 62-88 and 43-105, respectively. Qualifiers for Districts from this meet were Jacob Formica in the “Long Jump,” Lucas Maurer in the “High Jump,” and Molly Massimo in the “Triple Jump.”

The track team next hosted its first track meet of the season at the reservation against the Panthers of Shade. The girls’ team won 90.5-49.5 and the boys’ team fell to the Panthers 38.5-111.5. Katelyn Oleskey qualified for Districts in the “100 Meter Dash.”

The Indian track team next hosted the Mustangs of Portage for the tribe’s third meet of the season. The boys’ team fell to the Mustangs 63-86. The girls’ team defeated the Mustangs 75-73. Qualifiers for Districts were Jacob Formica in “100” and “200 Meter Dash,” Lucas Maurer in “Pole Vaulting,” Karla Luprek in “Javelin,” and Jordan Fockler in the “Long Jump.”

The Indians finally travel to Chestnut Ridge for a dual meet against the Lions and Everett. The Indian boys’ team fell to both Chestnut Ridge, 26-119, and Everett, 68-81. The girls’ team also fell to Chestnut Ridge, 49-95, and defeated Everett 75-70.

The Indians will next travel to Berlin for the WestPAC Re-lays.

Varsity Track

Sophomore Molly Massimo jumps over a hurdle at the meet against Portage.

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Varsity Baseball

McKenna Daugherty is the daughter of Keith and Carri Daugherty.

Sports wise, McKenna is a member of the Varsity Cheerleading Squad and pitches for the Varsity Softball Team. McKenna has excelled in both sports receiving several letters for each and earning the ‘Most Valuable Player’ award for softball in her junior year.

When she is not practicing for softball or learning a new cheer, McKenna is at SADD meetings, singing in the choir, studying for the Scholastic Quiz Team, or on the ski slopes.

In her free time McKenna enjoys volun-teering at the Waterford Volunteer Fire Hall, Breezewood Proving Grounds and the Valley Youth Network.

After graduating from Conemaugh Township McKenna plans to pursue a degree in Secondary Education at California University and eventually become a math teacher.

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The Conemaugh Township Area Middle School/High School Varsity Baseball Team opened up its season with an away game at Portage. The Mustangs jumped off to an early 2-0 lead in the bottom of the first inning. The score would remain 2-0 until the top of the fourth, when the Indians scored four runs of their own, now making the score 4-2 in the Indians favor. Though the Indians took the lead in the top of the inning, the Mustangs gained runs back in its bottom. After the fifth inning ended, the score was then 8-4 in favor of Portage. Unfortunately, the last two innings of the game were scoreless on both sides of the box making the score at the end of the game 8-4. McKinley Sanders was named “Player of the Game” with two RBI’s and Lucas Bailey was hit with a loss.

Conemaugh Township’s second game of the young season was away once again. This time the Indians traveled to Meyersdale to face the Red Raiders for another conference game. The first inning was a tight battle from the beginning and would remain scoreless. The next inning would be a different story, though. The Red Raiders had an excellent second inning, scoring seven runs and giving the Indians a tough challenge to battle back from in the next five innings. However, neither team could get any kind of rally going until the sixth, when the Red Raiders scored three more runs, now making the score 10-0. The Indians failed to get any more runs in the seventh inning making the final score of the game 10-0, Meyersdale. The Indians finished the game with just two hits, no runs, and Jake Grosik being handed the loss.

Conemaugh Township now traveled to Windber to play the Ramblers for what was scheduled to be the Indians’ first home game but was moved to Windber’s field due to bad field conditions at Township. The first two innings were neck and neck and remained scoreless through-out. However, the Indians started gaining their lead in the third and took a 1-0 lead. The fourth inning was also important to the Indians’ strategy while driving in the four runs in the top of the fourth. But, the Ramblers then started making some noise of their own as they went on to score their only three runs of the game in the bottom of the fourth. Township would go on to play tough defense and score four more runs, including one in the sixth and three in the seventh. The final score was 9-3 with the Indians winning. Bruno Rosa was be named “Player of the Game” while going four for five at the plate with three RBI’s and a stolen base. Lucas Bailey and Mickey Sanders combined for pitching duties with Sanders picking up the win. McKenna Daugherty

After picking up their first win of the season, the Indians visited Conemaugh Valley to play the Blue Jays. In the first two innings, the Blue Jays took a 2-0 lead while scoring one run in each inning. Yet, it would just be a defensive battle until the end with the Indians failing to make any kind of comeback. The final score was 2-0 with the Indians losing and Bruno Rosa being handed the loss.

The Indians next went on to play as one of the four teams in the Gene Schultz Tournament held at the Point Stadium in Johnstown on Saturday, April 12. They kicked off the tourna-ment by playing an out-of-state team from New Jersey, the Spotswood Chargers. Township played host to this visiting team. The Chargers kicked off the game by scoring three runs in the top of the first and gave the Indians a tough time offensively until the fourth inning came around. This was when Township tallied its first run in the bottom of the fourth. In the fifth inning, both teams would score one run each. Yet, Spotswood would prove too tough to handle in the last two innings, as it would score three more runs in the sixth and one in the seventh. McKinley Sanders was named “Player of the Game” while going two for two at the plate.

The Indians then played the Portage Mustangs in their home opener. The tribe suffered a defeat by a score of 10-0.

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Trout Season BeginsThere is no denying many students from Conemaugh Township Area Middle/High School are avid outdoors men and women. Hunting and fishing stories can be heard throughout the halls from the students who take part in these activities. When trout season debuted on Saturday, April 12 it gave room for many more of these stories to be told.

The local streams and rivers began to fill with fisherman from all over the county. There are many popular fishing spots such as the Quemahoning Creek in Quemahoning Township and the Benscreek River in Benscreek.

Local fisherman Dalton Valentine said, “All winter long I have been waiting for an opportunity to cast out into the river again. It is such an enjoyable experience for everyone.”

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Middle School and Senior High Yearbook Order Deadline Approaches

Yearbook Ads and Patrons Now on Sale

Yearbook order forms were mailed to all students’ homes from either the Herff-Jones Yearbook Company for senior high students or the Journalism Department for middle school students at the end of February. If you did not receive a yearbook order form, you may contact the Publications Of-fice at 479-4014. However, you will receive a more rapid reply by addressing any questions you have directly to the Herff-Jones Yearbook Ordering Department at 1-(866)-287-3096 for a SENIOR HIGH yearbook or the Publications Of-fice for a MIDDLE SCHOOL yearbook. No yearbook orders will be able to be placed after May 30.

Yearbook senior ads, business ads, and patrons are now available. Forms have been sent to all senior stu-dents’ homes and are also available from all Journal-ism I and II students or by contacting the Publications Office at 479-4014, Extension 3518. The Deadline for submitting ad and patron forms is May 30. No exten-sions will be possible.

The following dates are subject to changeMay 2............Jr./Sr. Prom - Quality Inn - Somerset - 6:00PMMay 3..............................................................SAT Test DateMay 6...............National Honor Society Inductions - 7:00PMMay 19...................................Senior Awards Night - 7:00PMMay 20................................School Board Meeting - 7:00PMMay 23...........................................Early Dismissal - 1 HourMay 26.........................................Memorial Day - No SchoolJune 5.............................................Baccalaureate - 7:00PMJune 6..........................................Commencement - 7:00PM

Superintendent.............Thomas Kakabar...................479-7575Business Manager......Regina Rembold.....................479-7431Food Service Director....Adam Thomas.......................479-2328Director of Curriculum....Thomas Kakabar...................479-7575

Junior/Senior High School 7-12Principal.......................Dave Koba..............................479-4014Guidance Counselors......Nancy D’Alimonte and Kelly Birkhimer...479-7886School Nurse................Cassey DeBiase.....................479-2324Athletic Director..........James Foster.......................479-4014