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INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Advice from Goners 2 Huge Survey 3 Letters to…. 6 Candids 7 Huge Maps 8 Remember? 11 Bequeaths 12 PANTHERETTE VOLUME 5, ISSUE 55 Angie Tota ‘16 Dear Underclassmen, High school is definitely a memorable experience. Whether it’s positive or negative is up to each individual person. I lived in Poland before I started attending Schuylkill Valley in second grade. If I could face starting school in a new country, without even knowing the language, you can handle your four years of high school. During my time at Schuylkill Valley, I honestly enjoy learning and seeing my friends in school. I feel like sometimes people try to make high school seem frightening, but I didn't really listen to any of that because I chose not to. You have the power to choose how you want to live life. If you don’t allow high school to faze you in a negative way and simply focus on yourself, you are more likely to have a better high school ex- perience than the people who allow themselves to become swept up in need- less drama. High school isn't easy; it’s easy to lose oneself along the way. Speaking from experience, I don’t have the same interests as I use to as a freshman, and I definitely changed in many ways. However, I like the person I am, and the last thing I would ever do is let anyone tell me otherwise. Yes, I still have many things to work on, but I will change myself on my own time, and do it for me, not anyone else. The important thing is to not allow people to change you, and instead, try to better yourself as a person. You may not stick with the same crowd or have the same interests as you did before, but that’s part of the whole process of finding out who you are. Everyone faces challenges throughout high school. You hold all the power of how you want to handle those problems. While you’re in high school, take advantage of being a teenager. Travel whenever you have the chance be- cause who knows how much time, or money, you will have later in life to see new places. Traveling really opens the mind, and you become more accepting and open to new ideas. Also, don’t allow yourself to forget the actual school work. Work hard and get something out of this experience you don’t even have to pay for per- sonally. There is no tuition for high school, so make the most of it. Study hard now because that will greatly impact the future. Good education = Good job = Good income. Just remember: Don’t lose yourself. Be your own person. Change for your own reasons and don't allow negative vibes to change your personality.

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I N S I D E T H I S

I S S U E :

Advice from Goners 2

Huge Survey 3

Letters to…. 6

Candids 7

Huge Maps 8

Remember? 11

Bequeaths 12

PANTHERETTE VOLUME 5, ISSUE 55

Angie Tota ‘16

Dear Underclassmen,

High school is definitely a memorable experience. Whether it’s

positive or negative is up to each individual person. I lived in Poland before I

started attending Schuylkill Valley in second grade. If I could face starting

school in a new country, without even knowing the language, you can handle

your four years of high school. During my time at Schuylkill Valley, I honestly

enjoy learning and seeing my friends in school. I feel like sometimes people

try to make high school seem frightening, but I didn't really listen to any of

that because I chose not to. You have the power to choose how you want to

live life. If you don’t allow high school to faze you in a negative way and

simply focus on yourself, you are more likely to have a better high school ex-

perience than the people who allow themselves to become swept up in need-

less drama.

High school isn't easy; it’s easy to lose oneself along the way. Speaking

from experience, I don’t have the same interests as I use to as a freshman, and

I definitely changed in many ways. However, I like the person I am, and the

last thing I would ever do is let anyone tell me otherwise. Yes, I still have

many things to work on, but I will change myself on my own time, and do it

for me, not anyone else. The important thing is to not allow people to change

you, and instead, try to better yourself as a person. You may not stick with the

same crowd or have the same interests as you did before, but that’s part of the

whole process of finding out who you are.

Everyone faces challenges throughout high school. You hold all the

power of how you want to handle those problems. While you’re in high school,

take advantage of being a teenager. Travel whenever you have the chance be-

cause who knows how much time, or money, you will have later in life to see

new places. Traveling really opens the mind, and you become more accepting

and open to new ideas.

Also, don’t allow yourself to forget the actual school work. Work hard

and get something out of this experience you don’t even have to pay for per-

sonally. There is no tuition for high school, so make the most of it. Study hard

now because that will greatly impact the future. Good education = Good job =

Good income.

Just remember: Don’t lose yourself. Be your own person. Change for

your own reasons and don't allow negative vibes to change your personality.

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“Don’t rush the days when you have no tuition worries. Col-

lege will come quicker than you expect, and no matter your high school experience,

there will most likely be some piece of you that will miss high school.

•Seniors - Make memories, seek the placidity of little moments, find the best in every

experience, take a ton of pictures, and enjoy home-cooked meals.

•Don’t let the idea of college scare you: College may be a completely new experience

that seems daunting, but everyone else is at least a little bit nervous. Freshmen are all in

a new environment and are equally desperate to make friends: Be true to yourself and

you will find the right people.”

~Rachael Borden

The Pantherette is published by students of Schuylkill Valley High School, Leesport, Pennsylvania, 19533 Advisor: Heather Barrett Secretary: Lindsey Zimmerman Editor-in-Chief: Bella Ciervo Treasurer: Daisy Grace Executive Assistant: Meghan Steffey Sports Editor: Evan Whitmoyer Administrative Assistant: Callie Watmuff Technical Editors: Tabitha Stoudt and Bailey Miller Junior Editors-in-Chief: Olivia Roth and Cecily Godfrey Sophomore Editor: Ellen Robinson Contributing Pantherette staff: Brent Hoffert, Angel Martinez, Kevin Cook, Ben Moody, Kyle Dimovitz, Va-lerie Yoder, Sophie Goad, Angie Tota, Claire Burkert, Adriana Popa, Alysa Bainbridge, Seth Pine, Kylie Brown, Kacie Jones, Bethany Schlott, Amber Walters, Zachary Pepe, Jackie Marusiak, Dan Behler, Brynna Haupt, Liz Clement, Mary Brooks, Donald Ballou, Jasmine Stoudt, Courtney Hatton, Mitchell Moyer, Lily Whitmoyer, Charanya Birabaharan , Jessica Visbisky, Lucy Johns

O N B E H A L F O F T H E P A N T H E R E T T E S T A F F , W E W O U L D L I K E T O T H A N K M R . B U C K S A N D T H E P R I N T I N G P R E S S F O R T H E P U B L I S H I N G O F O U R N E W S P A P E R !

Advice from Gradu-

“When you're at college you discover who you are and you make so

many new friends. I will admit that I do miss my high school friends a

lot, but I try my best to keep in touch with them when I'm not study-

ing. Remember to do what makes you happy!”

~Claire Spencer “Don’t rush your future. Take it one step

at a time.”

~Amanda Jacoby

“Step outside of your comfort zone once you are in college, and even

when you apply. Once you are on campus, try taking a language you’ve

never tried before, talk to random people, and go to club meetings if you

are interested in the club, even if none of your friends go with you, be-

cause you’ll make new friends there.” ~Samantha Porter

Lauren Stephany and Savanah Stevens

Kevin McGinley and Rhett and Austin

Robinson

The honorable NHS crew

Fantastic

candid photos taken by

senior Adriana Popa.

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Senior Survey Tabitha Stoudt ‘16

As graduation becomes days away, senioritis kicks in full speed; but before the class of 2016 can es-

cape , the Pantherette asked them some insightful information. Here are the questions the Pantherette

asked them and their answers:

What will you miss about SV?

Olivia Bauer- Annoying Mr. Bagenstose in his homeroom each morning and adopting his homeroom as my own

Isabella Ciervo- My friends Daniel Tetreault- Most of the people in it Zach Bubel- Walking out under the lights on Friday

night Kyle Dimovitz- I’ll miss the sense of family Claire Burkert- Mr. Yoder’s jokes Zach Spatz- The teachers and seeing

my friends Jaden Hill- The teachers and calm atmosphere Brett Koch- Running track and the teachers Jacob Kiene- friends

Madison Knepp- Mr. and Mrs. Chillot Gabrielle Knowles- My friends and some of the teachers that enjoy my presence Emmi

Maressa- The guidance they gave me over the years Valerie Yoder- Battle of the Classes Evan Whitmoyer- The small school

setting. Kaitlin Valentine- Mrs. Bucks and Mrs. Chelius Angie Tota- Seeing my friends everyday Macala Styer- Teachers

and staff Catherine Boyle- The awesome teachers Lillian Boyle- Playing in band Daniel Austill- Mrs. Drake Tatum Adams

- The spacious C hallway Bruce J Boyer- Theatre and Mrs. Williamson Bree Boyer- Mr. Wert Elenia Bernet-Aponte- Thea-

tre. Fall play, and P.O.P Brianna Bair- Football games Caitlin Brickey- The gourmet school lunches and the gym tests

Skye Douglas- Seeing friends everyday Kortney McEwen- Teachers Erin Mahoney- The teachers Carson Reitnauer- Pledging

with Mrs. Boyer Estefany Paez- My friends Adrianna Popa- Mrs. Boyer’s homeroom Kadijah Sannoh- Musical and some

teachers Cameron Scarpaci- Sports Nolan Rickert- All my friends Sam Scicchitano- Teachers Aaron Schlegel- teachers and

friends Naquan Pass- Study Hall Milly Fernandez-Morales- Ms. DeMott Brianna Perez- Seeing friends everyday Ethan

Moquin- The community Matt Milanek- The teachers Tylor Phillps- The antarctic temperatures inside the building CJ Orr-

The poor execution of announcements Dalton Mohring- Teachers Luke Munoz- The end of the bell ringing after 8th period

Aaron Smith- The Black Pack cheering on Friday nights Lauren Stephany- My friends. Teachers. Small school feel Savannah

Stevens- The teachers Sam Stellwagon- The people and the smells Jacob Stahl- Teachers and basketball Tabitha Stoudt- Mr.

Hornberger’s English class, P.O.P., the Greenhouse, Pantherette. Mrs. Barrett Tyler Shriver- The staff Justina Stubblebine- The

Greenhouse Liz Calancea- The Track and Field Team Josh Curley- My friends and teachers Kevin Cook- Teachers Jake Fen-

stermacher- People Meghan Steffey- Friends Andrea Bruchez- Friends Derek Dewald- Roasting my boy Dan’s crocs every

Wednesday Jordyn Calleja- I guess the teachers Maddy Brzostek- Childhood friends Brandon Gift- Teachers and my friends

and my loving girlfriend Dylan Heckman- A few friends Sam Haag- The support from everyone

Olivia Bauer- Anthropology Isabella Ciervo- Cinematic Proportions Daniel Tetreault- Microbiology and Shakespeare

Anna Johns- German Zach Bubel- Econ & Finance Kyle Dimovitz- Shakespeare I & II Claire Burkert- Weightlifting

Zach Spatz- AP Calculus Jaden Hill- Cinematic Proportions or Theatre Brett Koch- Spanish Jacob Kiene- Woodshop

Madison Knepp- Econ & Finance Gabrielle Knowles- Chemistry and Microbiology Emmi Maressa- Anthropology

Valerie Yoder- Natural Science Evan Whitmoyer- AP Psychology Kyle Worrell- Psychology Kaitlin Valentine- Personal

Finance Angie Tota- Honors Chemistry Macala Styer- FIBERS!!! Catherine Boyle- Natural Science Lillian Boyle- Environmen-

tal Science Bailey Boyer- Personal Fitness Chelsea Brennan- Anthropology Daniel Austill- Anthropology Tatum Adams-

Any of Mr. Hornberger’s classes Bruce J Boyer- Anthropology Bree Boyer- Anthropology Elenia Bernet-Aponte- Theatre and

Speech Brianna Bair- Econ & Finance Caitlin Brickey- First Aid/ CPR with Mr. Yoder Skye Douglas- Anatomy

Kortney McEwen- Microbiology Erin Mahoney- Advanced Health Carson Reitnauer- Natural Science Estefany Paez- Adv.

Health Adrianna Popa- Shakespeare Kadijah Sannoh- Mr. Hornberger’s English class...any of his classes to be honest

Cameron Scarpaci- Natural Science Jesse Seidel- Material Tech Nolan Rickert- Sports and Entertainment Marketing

Sam Scicchitano- Anthropology Aaron Schlegel- Econ & Finance Naquan Pass- Mr. C Milly Fernandez-Morales- Personal

Finance Brianna Perez- Trig with Mr. Chillot Ethan Moquin- Anthropology Matt Milanek- Econ & Finance Tylor Phillps-

Study Hall CJ Orr- Personal Finance Dalton Mohring- Advanced Health Luke Munoz- Uh...well, Environmental Science of

course! Aaron Smith- Cinematic Proportions Lauren Stephany- AP Calc Savannah Stevens- Econ & Finance Sam

Stellwagon- Cinematic Proportions Joe Souders- Art Jacob Stahl- Cinematic Proportions Tabitha Stoudt- English with Mr.

Hornberger & Horticulture Tyler Shriver- Anthropology Justina Stubblebine- Horticulture Liz Calancea- Human Anatomy

Josh Curley- Miss H’s 11th grade English Kevin Cook- AP world history Alyssa Swift- Still Photo Jacob (Peter) Fensterma-

cher- Their Dipoloma Meghan Steffey- Their Gym uniform Andrea Bruchez- Adv. Photo Derek Dewald- Joy of Cook-

ingJordyn Calleja- Gov Maddy Brzostek- Photography Kashe Donly- Personal Finance Angel Martinez- World Culutre

Sydney Foster- Econ & Finance Brandon Gift- Geometry Dylan Heckman- Woodworking Sam Haag-

Econ & Finance Tiffany Hudock- Natural Science, Fibers, and Art Riley Horning- Art Alyssa Hartlieb- Anything Jack In-

Which class do you recommend that a student be sure to take before leaving SV?

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Page 4 P A N T H E R E T T E

Tiffany Hudock- Teachers, and a few friends Morgan Griffiths- Friends Riley Horning- The fabulous teachers Alyssa Hartli-

eb- Teachers Jack Innis- Friends Shianne James- Seeing Mr. Bagenstose’s bright, cheery face being illuminated by the riding

sun every morning Jake Horst- Students Megan Jardine- Seeing all my old friends everyday

What are your plans after High School?

Olivia Bauer- College and being most-debt-free as possible Isabella Ciervo- College Daniel Tetreault- Attend Middlebury col-

lege for International Relations and Studio Art Anna Johns- Attend Univ. Of Pittsburgh at Johnstown and play on volleyball team

Zach Bubel- Go to a trade school for welding and metal fabrication Kyle Dimovitz- Attend American University to study Interna-

tional Relations to ultimately become a Foreign Service officer Claire Burkert- Attend Widener University for Criminal Justice

Zach Spatz- College Jaden Hill- Major in Acting/ Theatre at The American Academy of Dramatic Art in LA Brett Koch- Attend

Messiah College to study nursing and Spanish Jacob Kiene- Roofing Madison Knepp- Attending Penn State to study Dairy Sci-

ence Gabrielle Knowles- Going to RACC for 1-2 years. Then, going to Kutztown as a transfer student as a Biochemistry major

Emmi Maressa- Attend a 4 year university in Psychology major Valerie Yoder- Go to Frostburg State University Evan

Whitmoyer- Liberty University- Major in Sport Management Kyle Worrell- Attend a University for physical therapy Kaitlin

Valentine- 1 yr of tech, 4 year college for Biology and then 4 years of Dental or Medical School Angie Tota- Philadelphia Univer-

sity to major in Psychology Macala Styer- College for Undetermined major Catherine Boyle- College Lillian Boyle- Go to

Wilson college for Vet Tech program Bailey Boyer- College Chelsea Brennan- University of Pittsburgh Daniel Austill- Attend

Penn State Berks Tatum Adams- Cedar Crest College for Forensic Science Bruce J Boyer- Wrestling all over the world!!!!!

Bree Boyer- Not totally sure yet Elenia Bernet-Aponte- Going to RACC for nursing Brianna Bair- attend a 4 year school ma-

joring in biology and eventually get my Phd in bio-medical Caitlin Brickey- Attending Bloomsburg University Skye Douglas-

Attend University of Pittsburgh Kortney McEwen- College Erin Mahoney- College at Univeristy of Tennessee @ Martin then

Vet school Estefany Paez- Go go college Adrianna Popa- Attend college Kadijah Sannoh- Go to college and major in nursing

Cameron Scarpaci- Major in teaching at Wilkes University while being apart of the football team Jesse Seidel- Military Nolan

Rickert- Attend West Virgina University and major in journalism Sam Scicchitano- College Aaron Schlegel- Attend University

of Richmond Naquan Pass- Army and Diesel Certification Milly Fernandez-Morales- Go to Cedar Crest College for 4 years

majoring in Criminal Justice and Psychology Brianna Perez- College and Work Ethan Moquin- Air Force for Firefighting

Matt Milanek- Penn State University (main) Mechanical engineering Tylor Phillps- Work Dalton Mohring- Acquire my doctor-

ate in Physical therapy at Lebanon Valley College Luke Munoz- Moving to Texas and working on not getting burnt by the heat

Aaron Smith- Play football for Millersville and major in Business management Lauren Stephany- Attend Temple University

Savannah Stevens- To study dental hygiene at Northampton Community College Sam Stellwagon- Attend Bloomsburg University

for Finance Joe Souders- Work Jacob Stahl- Attend Alvernia University Tabitha Stoudt- Get a full-time job, then possibly go

to college Justina Stubblebine- Work and create a farm to table restaurant Tyler Shriver- Become a deputy sheriff Liz Cal-

ancea- Attend Alvernia University Josh Curley- Join the U.S. Army and attend Kutztown University Kevin Cook- University of

Oklahoma to study theatre Alyssa Swift- Wilson College Jacob (Peter) Fenstermacher- Work Meghan Steffey- Attend Alver-

nia University to major in Nursing Andrea Bruchez- Attend Utah Valley University Derek Dewald- Make a couple mil.

Jordyn Calleja- Go to school for nursing Maddy Brzostek- College for Business. PSU University Park Kashe Donly- Working

Megan Jardine- Attend Penn State Berks where I will play soccer Jake Horst- Alvernia University for Physical Therapy

Shianne James- College Jack Innis- Playing football at Stevenson University Alyssa Hartlieb- Attend West Chester Riley

Horning- Attend Duquesne University for Pharmacy Morgan Griffiths- Dental hygiene @ Northampton Tiffany Hudock- At-

tend BTI for criminal justice then transfer to Penn State Berks Sam Haag- Work my family orchard / go to RACC Dylan Heck-

man- Become an EMT Brandon Gift- Find a full-time job at landscaping job Sydney Foster- Attend Penn State (main) to major

in Security Risk Analysis Angel Martinez- Finish ARMY basic Training and go to college for Law and business

Do you plan on enlisting into the Armed Forces? If so, what branch?

Jake Kiene- Yes, Army

Gabby Knowles- Yes, Army

Jesse Seidel- Yes, Navy

Naquan Pass- Yes, Active Duty

Ethan Moquin- Yes, Air Force

Luke Munoz- Of course, been carrying around these accursed dog tags since 7th grade, Marines without

a doubt

Justina Stubblebine- Maybe, Army

Josh Curley- Yes, Army

Angel Martinez- Already did, ARMY National Guard

Joe Souders- Yes, Marines

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How do you expect to spend your last summer before your after High School plans?

Olivia Bauer- Going to 21 Pilots concert, going to Mexico, working, and spending time with friends Isabella Ciervo- Having lots

of fun Daniel Tetreault- Working to pay off overwhelming debt and hanging out with friends Anna Johns- Playing Beach Vol-

leyball @ tournaments & spending time with family and friends Zach Bubel- Going to the beach and hanging out with friends

Kyle Dimovitz- Senior week, work, China Claire Burkert- Going to different exciting places

Zach Spatz- Spending time with friends Jaden Hill- With friends and family, beach trips, normal summer stuff Brett Koch-

To the beach, work, spending time with friends Jacob Kiene- Vacations Madison Knepp- Having fun Gabrielle Knowles-

Spending quality time with friends. Also going camping with family Emmi Maressa- At the beach Valerie Yoder- Lifeguarding

& hanging out with friends Evan Whitmoyer- Travel on Route 66 and spend time with friends

Kyle Worrell- With friends and family Kaitlin Valentine- College visit, Senior week, International Leadership Conference, and

just having fun! Angie Tota- At the beach...a lot. Spending as much time with friends as possible Macala Styer- Working

Catherine Boyle- Hopefully doing outdoor activities and interacting with nature Lillian Boyle- Relaxing and preparing for college

Bailey Boyer- Playing tennis Chelsea Brennan- With friends and family Daniel Austill- First senior week, then working full

time all summer with my dad Tatum Adams- Binge watching Netflix series Bruce J Boyer- Working, wrestling, hiking!!

Bree Boyer- Don’t know Elenia Bernet-Aponte- Riding horses and being with friends Brianna Bair- Spending a lot of time with

friends and family Caitlin Brickey- Working/ going to the beach with friends Skye Douglas- Traveling and working Kortney

McEwen- Working and hanging with friends Erin Mahoney- Working, showing at NBHA world championships, and party-

ing with friends Carson Reitnauer- With all my friends before we go our separate ways Estefany Paez- With friend-

sAdrianna Popa- With friends and family Kadijah Sannoh- Same as usual Cameron Scarpaci- Going out with the best sum-

mer of my life Jesse Seidel- Relaxing and enjoying my life Nolan Rickert- Play baseball and travel Sam Scicchitano- Hang

out with friends Aaron Schlegel- Working and with friends and family as much as possible Milly Fernandez-

Morales- Enjoy it while it last Brianna Perez- A summer to remember

Matt Milanek- Firefly music festival, then summer semester at Penn State Tylor Phillps- Working Dalton Mohring- Hang

out with friends Luke Munoz- Moving to Texas and trying to be a kid as long as I can before adulthood swallows me

Aaron Smith- Lifting weights, working my construction job, and chilling with friends Lauren Stephany- Spending a lot of time

with my friends and family Savannah Stevens- At the beach Sam Stellwagon- Cruising around the big city of Mohrsville

with my friends, and well, I will be working Joe Souders- Working Jacob Stahl- Working and spending time with good friends

before they leave Tabitha Stoudt- Senior week with friends, spending time with boyfriend, & finding a full time job, unfortunately.

Tyler Shriver- With close friends and work Justina Stubblebine- Stay out of jail Liz Calancea- Spending time with

friendsJosh Curley- Attending basic training at Fort Sill, Oklahoma Kevin Cook- Work and some traveling Alyssa Swift-

Shadowing veterinarians Jacob (Peter) Fenstermacher- Working Meghan Steffey- Adventures with friends Andrea

Bruchez- Mostly working to save money for college Derek Dewald- Study the arts Jordyn Calleja- Spending it with friends

and family Maddy Brzostek- Taking summer classes at Penn State University Park Angel Martinez- I plan on spend-

ing more time with my girlfriend before I leave for basic training Sydney Foster- Spending time with my friends and family

Brandon Gift- I’m going to go on trips and spend time with friends Dylan Heckman- Going to EMT classes

Sam Haag- Work and have fun Tiffany Hudock- I plan to be at the beach and hanging out with friends

Morgan Griffiths- At the beach and working Riley Horning- Going on adventures with my friends Alys-

sa Hartlieb- Go big or go home Jack Innis- Heavy training with friends Jake Horst- Work Shianne James-

Road-tripping, running, going to concerts Megan Jardine- Working/ sleeping/ hanging out with friends

Senior, Erin Mahoney has

signed a Division 1 athletic

scholarship for the rodeo

team at University of Ten-

nessee at Martin. She will

continue her barrel racing

career there,

and will be

joined at col-

lege by her

horse Cash.

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Senior year and the college admission process are quickly approaching. Soon you will receive acceptance deci-

sions and have an important choice to make by May 1st. Choosing a college is like riding an emotional roller coaster. At

first, the applications will likely overwhelm you. After completing the applications, waiting for responses will feel like

an eternity. The admissions decisions will either make you depressed or may be one of the many highlights of your sen-

ior year. Here are five tips to remember while navigating your way through the process.

Start Visiting Colleges Now - Visit as many colleges as you can, because every school has something

unique to offer.

Start Making Lists - Narrow down potential majors and schools. This could challenge you, because all

the schools may seem great at times. Also, make lists of pros and cons right after you visit each college.

Lists will help you remember the colleges and compare so you can shorten your list.

Apply ASAP - In most cases, you have the best chance of acceptance if you apply early. Some schools

only accept applications starting in September. Others start accepting applications in January. I was for-

tunate enough to apply last July to my top choice, so organize the application dates and the requirements

for each application.

Apply for Scholarships - The cost of college only becomes reality once it becomes an actual

bill. Find as many grants and scholarships as you can on websites like fastweb.com or through the

guidance office. Also, check each college specifically for scholarships they offer. The scholar-

ships offered by each college are usually the largest amount of money.

Have Fun with the Experience - Your parents will hopefully take you to see multiple col-

leges. Enjoy the places you visit, and realize you should really like the place you ultimately

choose to attend. Feeling comfortable and seeing yourself going there can be just as im-

portant as what the schools have to offer academically.

Evan Whitmoyer ‘16

To the Juniors…

Always work hard for your goals Keep walking on the path of success to get what you want in life, whether it is a specific job or personal achievement. Do not let others define who you are Be unique and one of a kind! There will always be people who want you to act a certain way, but you need to take control and be yourself. Being yourself is the best thing you can be. Take risks Do not be afraid to go after something or try something new. Be bold and daring and be proud of yourself for trying new things. Learn from your mistakes Everyone in life makes minor or major mistakes, but what most do not do, is learn from them. Learn from what you do, so you can fix it for next time and be a shining star. Never give up Just because you receive one bad grade, or play a bad game does not mean you should give up. Go after what you want and you will succeed. Claire Burkert ‘16

To the Underclassmen…

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After spending the entire school year cooped up in this tiny school, surrounded by the same people every day,

the summer awaits. While not everyone is preparing for their last summer before college, make it your best!

Here are some ideas to make it a summer to remember!

Read a book

Go to Hershey park

Hike the pinnacle

Go for ice cream

Take a day trip to the beach

Go for a jog

Midnight diner runs

Find a rodeo to attend

Go boating

Have an 80’s movie marathon

Go to a drive in movie

Go camping with a group of friends

Take a day trip to the lake

Go kayaking

Sleep in a tent overnight with a bunch of

friends

ROAD TRIP

Summer Possibilities! Meghan Steffey ‘16

Catch fireflies

Go stargazing

Find a concert

Spend time with your grandparents

Watch a sunset on the beach

Go to a Reading Phillies Game

Find local fairs

Take a day trip to Philadelphia

Go to a thrift store

Ride a bike

Have a Harry Potter movie marathon

Fly a kite

Plant flowers

Clean your room

Climb a tree

Have a picnic

Go fishing

Try something new and keep an open mind!

Brett Koch and Kortney McEwen

Left: Tyler Phillips,

Chuck Orr, Joe Mundell

Above: Brianna Perez and

Emily Maulick

Above: Alyssa

Swift

Left: Skye Doug-

las

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The Places We Will Go! Bella Ciervo ‘16

After graduation, we will

all go our separate ways. Whether

it be college, work, or exploration,

we always wonder where our peers

will end up so here’s a map of all

those leaving the great state of

Pennsylvania and a map of all

those remaining.

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Albright College

Zach Spatz

Alvernia University

Meghan Steffey

Jacob Stahl

Elizabeth Calancea

Jacob Horst

Berks Technical Institute

Tiffany Hudock

Bloomsburg University

Caitlin Brickey

Samuel Stellwagon

Cedar Crest College

Mileishlia J Fernández-Morales

Tatum Adams

DeSales University

Sophie Goad

Duquesne University

Riley Horning

Indiana University of PA

Austin Oswald

Heather Mengel

Keystone College

Catherine Boyle

Kutztown University

Joshua Curley

Calliesta Watmuff

Josh Maccarone

Lancaster School of Cosmetology

Bryce Boyer

Lebanon Valley College

Dalton Mohring

Messiah College

Brett Koch

Millersville University

Aaron Smith

Northampton Community College

Morgan Griffiths

Savanah Stevens

Penn State University

Matt Milanek

Sydney Foster

Madison Knepp

Brett Sigoda

Dakota Faust

Madeline Brzostek

Shianne James (Erie)

Daniel Austill (Berks)

Kevin McGinley (Berks)

Megan Jardine (Berks)

Estefany Paez (Berks)

Penn College of Technology

Joseph Runkle

Philadelphia University

Angie Tota

Philadelphia University of the Arts

Adriana Popa

Temple University

Lauren Stephany

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology

Zach Bubel

University of Pittsburgh

Skye Douglas

Chelsea Brennan

Anna Johns (Johnstown)

Wilson College

Lillian Boyle

Alyssa Swift

Widener University

Claire Burkert

West Chester University

Alyssa Hartlieb

York Technical Institute

Abigail Savi

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1. Visit the Wyomissing Farmer’s market. When you enter the market, ignore the delicious-

looking pastries to your right, and walk straight to the back of the market. On your left is the

Holy Grail of donuts and coffee. Feel free to indulge yourself.

2. Visit “Peace Rock” in Hamburg. (The Schuylkill Valley Pantherette does not condone cliff

jumping.)

3. Visit the 13th Annual Hamburg-er Festival on September 3, 2016. We recommend the donut

burger. Trust us–it’s good.

4. Visit the Chili Pepper Festival on September 9th or 10th. Prepare to buy a lot of salsa.

5. Drive past the “Fork in the Road” in Centerport. No more explanation needed.

6. Hike the Pinnacle. The exercise is worth the view.

7. Attend West Reading’s Art on the Avenue Festival on June 18. This colorful street fair is full

of musical performances, beautiful local artwork, and delicious gourmet food.

8. See a Reading “Fightin’ Phils” game with some family or friends. The nostalgia will be palpa-

ble.

9. Take a walk on along the Tulpehocken Creek. Start at Gring's Mill or the Berks County Herit-

age Center, and remind yourself of the beauty of your hometown.

10. Find your inner-Monet at Busy Bees on Park Road. Even if you’re not the most artistic, their

easy step-by-step painting class will ensure you end up with a masterpiece.

11. Explore the Wyomissing Borough Park. The trails overflow with flowers and streams, making

it a gorgeous getaway. Also, there are dogs everywhere, so quality is guaranteed.

By Daisy Grace ‘16, Kylie Brown ‘17 & Bethany Schlott ‘17

The Places We Will Go

Reading Area Community College

Cailynn Chase Elenia Bernet-Aponte Kashe Donly

Aritte De La Rosa Brianna Perez Jordyn Calleja

Macala Styer Kadijah Sannoh Brent Hoffert

Samantha Haag Rachel Mazur Shelby Goodhart

Alyssa Marmantello Skylar Perera Gabrielle Knowles

Others of us will be directly heading into the workforce:

Justina Stubblebine Norman Jadion Charles Orr

Tyler Phillips Tabitha Stoudt Jacob Fenstermacher

Brandon Gift Dylan Heckman Kaitlin Valentine

We even have a few classmates serving our country:

Jacob Kiene Naquan Pass Jesse Seidel

Joey Souders Angel Martinez Ethan Moquin

Those who have yet to figure what their future will be occu-

pied with:

Brett Kissinger Brianna Bair

Emmi Maressa Bree Boyer

Kyle Worrell Olivia Bauer

Wherever you end up, have fun and do what you need to do to accomplish any goals you have made!

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Well, This Is It: Remembering the Class of 2016 Ellen Robinson ‘18

In the midst of the excitement of approaching summer, lengthening days and star-filled nights,

we, as a school and as underclassmen, are forced to say goodbye to the Class of 2016. Throughout

their four years here at SVHS, they have laughed, grown, reached for the skies, and achieved the

moon, both as a team and as individuals. We have had the pleasure of knowing them and the oppor-

tunity to see the unforgettable imprint they have left on the school and their peers. They've shared

many unforgettable memories, but here are a few favorites:

Ellen Robinson ‘18: Elenia Bernet-Aponte starred with Daniel Behler

‘17 in a screenplay, which I wrote. She played a depressed teenager

from the 1960’s, and at one point in the short film, she gets a broken

nose. I did her make-up for the broken nose, but I ran out of make up

remover wipes. We ended up taking a trip to Redner’s in full make-up,

where she scared a baby.

Colby Stichter ‘18: Car rides to school with Sam Stellwagon.

Meghan Cook ‘19: One time, Kevin Cook made me pancakes.

Sarah Edris ‘18: Band with Daniel Tetreault, and Adriana Popa’s en-

couragement at my dance competition.

Alexander De Swift ‘19: Chess. Marching band. Cross country. Play.

Sabrina Maressa ‘17: I went up to Blue Marsh on a hike with my boy-

friend, Jared Lincoln, and we grilled burgers and had a picnic.

Haley George ‘18: Performing in the play with Claire Burkert.

Gabrielle Spracklin ‘18: Going to the gym with Sam Stellwagon. 7th

period study hall. Panera Bread.

Daniel Behler ‘17: The time Daisy Grace and I drove away from Redner’s with a whipped cream can on her

car that fell of on the road, and we had to stop for it. Then, Kevin Cook led us to Michael Rinehart’s House,

but he missed the driveway, and, ultimately, Daisy’s car broke down in Michael's driveway.

Hunter Mountz ‘17: My favorite memory is getting to share the stage for three months in P.O.P with some of

the most incredible seniors I’ve ever met.

Mackenzie Homan ‘18: Daniel Tetreault and I did a ballet barre at the Student Council Kauffman’s Chicken

Fundraiser. Later, he gave me a valentine that complimented my dancing, and he used the most beautiful lan-

guage to do so.

Lydia Forsythe ‘17: One time before a Shrek rehearsal, Aritte De La Rosa and I decided to go to the Leesport

Diner, and we brought Elenia Bernet Aponte and Nicole Frank ‘17. After the meal, we went to Aritte’s car and

tried to turn it on, but it had died. We freaked out for a little while, then called Jaden Hill who had to come

jump the car.

Diamond Boyer ‘18: Swim season with Aritte De La Rosa.

Madison Sisco ‘17: Overall participation in sports. The seniors are a really good athletic class and I grew up

with them in teams throughout the years.

Colin Gwiazdowski ‘18: When Ben Moody and the boys swim team went to go see Deadpool at midnight

Riley Pontician ‘19: Playing soccer with them. I liked how they were very welcoming.

Seniors, congratulations on all of your accomplishments, academic and athletic. May life bring

you the best whichever path you choose. You will be missed greatly. From everyone here at SV,

Goodbye and happy graduation!

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The seniors may be leaving the wonders of Schuylkill Valley High School in their wake, and some may not

even look back as they carry themselves forward into the unknown, but some are handing down qualities, ad-

vice, and even objects to endure as their presence fades. Bequeathing has become a tradition and below you

may find your name along with a “gift.” Bella Ciervo ‘16

Jacob Horst- my awesome ability of president-ing chorus to Brian Hoffman ‘17.

Tatum Adams- my good looks to Thomas Adams ‘18.

Daisy Grace- absolutely nothing to Bethany Schlott ‘17 because she is already perfect.

Olivia Bauer- holding a crappy video camera while freezing on a hard, metal bench during the girls’ soccer

games to Kelsey DeAcosta ‘17.

Caitlin Brickey- my amazing rock climbing skills to Hannah Seltzer ‘18, my fantastic driving ability to Me-

gan Lynam ‘17, and my super funny, corny jokes to Hannah Degler ‘17.

Breezy Bair- my ability to make anything into a pun to Erica Orlando ‘17, and my parking space in the senior

lot to Elyse Geiger ‘17.

Estefany Paez- basketball skills to Ann Civil ‘18.

Valerie Yoder- my distance swimming skills to Sally Francis ‘19.

Jacob Bashore- my swimming stamina to Jacob Jerdan ‘18.

Sarmed Sadiq- the bicycle in gym class to Carly Eckenroth ‘18.

Mileishlia Fernandez-Morales- advice for Victor Fernandez-Morales ‘20; “Don’t let the challenges stop you,

move forward and do what motivates you. Never give up!”

Jack Innis- “L-Beast” and my possessions to Brock Klahold ‘17.

Derek, The Legendary Longbow, Dewald- my three time state champion badminton status, short lived man

bun, and famous double chocolate extra love brownie recipe to Elijah Horst ‘18.

Jacob Kiene- my fancy goatee and all my tattoos, and my firefighting skills to Brian Hamm ‘19.

Daniel Tetreault- Illegal quantities of salt and bitterness tempered with awkward love to Jackie Marusiak ‘17,

a lightly-used esophagus to Daniel Behler ‘17, a burgeoning love of visual arts to Kylie Brown ‘17.

Bella Ciervo- my ability to accomplish the bare minimum with “maximum” effort goes to David Goad ‘18,

and friendship to my sister, Sydney Ciervo ‘19.

Tabitha Stoudt- her love for psychology, dying love for plants, the smarts for future class that was taken by

me, the strength to deal with the boys in Ag Club, inability to back up a car, the ability to speak her mind about

topics, and a great experience at SVHS to Jasmine Stoudt ‘19.

Damon Arena- my above and beyond work ethic goes to my sister, Rylee Arena ‘18, my beard and facial hair

growing skills to David Goad ‘18, my expertise on the Mormon Dynasty to Steven Phan ‘17, and finally, my

pick pocketing/wordplay to Kyle Dimovitz since he will definitely still be here.

Brett Koch- my excessive arm flab goes to Maddie Sisco ‘17 and my Toucan mating call (a.k.a. my laugh) to

Gracey Butsack ‘17.

Meghan Steffey- my injury proneness to Elyse Geiger ‘17.

Sophie Goad- my stellar soccer skills to Sadie Goad ‘20, my shining optimism to David Goad ‘18, the

strength to carry on to the entire junior class.

Brandon Gift- leaves Kiera to protect my loving girlfriend, Olivia Marie Gonzales ‘17.

Adam Harmuth- my collection of dank memes to Jay Poland ‘19. They’re all yours, my friend.

Callie Watmuff- My permanent fixed address in Mrs. Barrett’s room, love for everything written (although

you already had that), and inner struggle of love and stress for school to Ellen Robinson ‘18

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Pantherette enjoying a day on the grounds of the Reading Museum

SV SNIPPETS

Above: Riley Horning, Liz Calancea &

Josh Curely

Below: Swimmers (Ben Moody, Val Yoder, Alyssa Mar-

tinez, Aritte De La Rosa, Jacob Bashore

Right: Ag Club Members & their rain barrel (Cailynn

Chase, Sam Haag, Tyler Phillips, Syrah Zimmerman,

Justina Stubblebine & Michele Adams

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A few weeks ago you may have seen some unfamiliar faces walking the halls of SV. You may have even

been in one of the classes that the groups visited. These ‘invaders’ were the result of the Technology Showcase that

SV held. In the past few years, SV has made great strides in their incorporation of technology into the classroom

and class activities. Many districts’ technology leaders and superintendents attended this meeting in hopes of learn-

ing new and successful ways of expanding their own use of technology. Representatives were from the following

districts: Reading, Kutztown, Daniel Boone, Tulpehocken, Muhlenberg, Twin Valley, and Boyertown.

The meeting was held during activity period. Students and teachers were invited to share their experiences integrat-

ing technology into the classroom. To start the conversation, Mr. Sasse and Mr. Billman explained the history and

lead-up to the school's’ use of technology. Then the conversation was opened up to the group. The students and

teachers were presented with topics or questions and encouraged to respond truthfully about their experiences.

The first topic presented was to discuss how the technology is currently used in the classroom. The items

discussed during this time were on how the teachers used the technology, how easily accessible it was and how the

students and teachers liked everything done. Scott Horning, freshman, and Mr. Heffner both liked the ease of use

for notes. Many students can type faster than they write, so the

technology allows many students to keep up with fast paced

teachers. Mr. Heffner likes that students can search the internet

for an image that he has in his set of notes and paste the image

into their own notes. Senior Sophie Goad likes the conven-

ience of being able to bring her personal laptop to school. It

allows for greater accessibility for projects and assignments.

On the other hand, sophomore Colby Stichter enjoys having

one whole class curriculum online while another class has the

year planned out and available for viewing.

It was apparent that teachers like using apps like

Google Classroom, Quizlet, and Kahoot. The freshmen this

year were assigned Chromebooks, as we all know, and one

thing is universally agreed upon among the teachers: availabil-

ity of the technology and apps get the students more involved

and interested in the activities taking place. Ms. DeStefano says, “It makes for a smoother running classroom and

the kids are more involved and intrigued.”

The apps on the Chromebook also eliminate the need for an agenda due to the fact that most of the students’

homework is spelled out online for them. Mrs. Boyer likes the ease of connecting with absent students. By having

an outlet online to post and communicate with students, Teachers eliminate the need for tons of paper copies of

work and for long and tedious emails to students or parents explaining the activities missed. As Miss Demott states,

“It streamlines the grading and assignment process.” All teachers have to do is pull up their class page and input a

grade. There is no need for a multitude of paper charts outlining students’ grades. Both Mr. Heffner and Mr. Chillot

like the ease of access and the outlet for help on the projects they assign.

Although there are many great opportunities presented with the integration of technology, there are still

roadblocks that arise. The point that junior Kylie Brown made was that the amount of study hall time wasted just

trying to reach the computer lab is extreme. Once attendance is taken, passes are called for, and the mass of stu-

dents finally signs out on the computer lab sheet, half of the 42 minute study hall is gone with no work accom-

plished. For some students, the internet connection at home is so slow that it takes twice as long to complete the

work at home than at school. On the other hand, some rooms in the school have spotty internet connection. Some

teachers are forced to break students into groups based on which computers have connection. Still, other teachers

watch kids lose their patience with the slow connections in their classrooms.

Getting Technical! Representatives from seven Berks county schools

converge on Schuylkill Valley High to get our input. Callie Watmuff ‘16

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With the continuation of using technology in the school, each new grade entering the high

school will be issued Chromebooks. This will render the computer labs obsolete as the grades without

Chromebooks graduate and are replaced. The teachers hope to see a continuation of their own internet educa-

tion and an integration of new apps and educational sites for use. Sophie hopes to see more and more classes

place their curriculums and activities online for student access. Kylie urges more teachers to post their notes

online for student use. This accessibility to the notes makes it easier for students to catch up when absent and

work ahead when they want to. Dr. Mata, the district superintendent, proposed a new alternative to snow days.

There are programs available that would allow students to take classes online during a snow day thus eliminat-

ing the need for a snow make-up days added to the year. If internet and access was universal throughout the

district this project could be implemented. Of course, the project would have to be planned and a course of ac-

tion would have to be developed before this could become a reality.

Schuylkill Valley has expanded and improved its use of technology in the past years. Yes, the pro-

grams could use some improvement, but the progress is exponential. Teachers and students alike are involved

in the growth process and their input is valued. This showcase presented other schools pursuing a more tech-

nology-based classroom a starting point. It gave many of the school leaders their own ideas for their schools.

Moreover, the representatives from Kutztown school district liked our model and are considering adopting it

for use in their integration of technology.

MORE SNIPPETS!

Left: Bailey Boyer,

Sam Stellwagon, Cait-

lin Brickey

Right: Matt Milanek

strolling through the

halls

Right: Callie Watmuff and

Kortney McEwen

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Quick Brownie Fix Ellen Robinson ‘18

Ingredients:

5 large eggs

1 ¾ cups all purpose flour

½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (Nestle brand)

2 cups granulated sugar

1 tsp salt

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup vegetable oil

Chocolate chips (as many as your heart desires)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350° F

2. Mix all liquid ingredients together.

3. Add all the dry ingredients, adding the flour in parts.

4. Mix well after each addition.

5. Pour batter into a greased pan.

6. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top as desired.

Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Be sure to check the brownies after 20 minutes.

Enjoy!!!

Pantherette Snippet:

The Bressler sisters- Emma and Bella By Pantherette Staff Junior, Emma Bressler has already made the decision to

attend the University of Massachusetts after High School on a

field hockey scholarship. This was the next step after playing

for SV, and also for the prestigious travelling teams: High

Sticks and Xcaliber.

Freshman, Bella Bressler is also a force to watch be-

cause in addition to playing for SV, she too played for Xcali-

ber, High Sticks, and now is part of the Features Program at

The Nook in Lancaster.

Two talented sisters! Is anyone else thinking Olympics?

C A L E N D A R

MAY 21st - National Waitresses'

and Waiters’ Day

28th - National Jazz Day

30th - Memorial Day

JUNE Gay Pride Month

1st - Dare Day

8th - Best Friends’ Day

10th - Last Day of School,

Senior Graduation

19th - World Sauntering Day

JULY 2nd - World UFO Day

4th - Independence Day

11th - Cheer Up the Lonely

Day

14th- Bastille Day