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Saturday, June 6, 2020
Commencement
State College AreaHigh School
2020
Elliot SheehanPresident
Elle HaushalterVice - President
Kaylee Richards Treasurer
Anne Gustafson Secretary
PROGRAM
WELCOME AND REMARKS........................................Dr. Robert O’DonnellSuperintendent of Schools
PRESENTATION OF THE VALEDICTORIAN/SALUTATORIAN..........................Dr. Robert O’Donnell
Superintendent of Schools
CLASS ADDRESS..........................................................Elliot Sheehan, Joy Zhu
PRESENTATION OF THE CLASS......................Mr. Curtis Johnson, Principal
ACCEPTANCE OF THE CLASS.................Mrs. Amber Concepcion, PresidentBoard of School Directors
PRESENTATION OF DIPLOMAS
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Dear Graduates, Families, and Friends,
On behalf of the State College Area Board of School Directors, I am pleased to welcome you to this special graduation ceremony. For all those in the Class of 2020, this is a culmination of many years of academic, social, and extra-curricular achievements. We are proud of your accomplishments and know they could not have been realized without the support and encouragement of your families, friends, and school district staff.
You are leaving State High with a solid foundation on which to build. We wish you luck in all your future endeavors.
Sincerely,
Amber ConcepcionBoard President
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Dear 2020 Graduates,
As you celebrate this milestone in your life, we wish to extend our congratulations to you on your educational achievements. The Class of 2020 is an outstanding class and each of you have contributed to the excellence at State High. There are many wonderful memories which you will cherish for a lifetime. The friendships you have developed with your classmates have been an integral part of your high school experience. Thank you for your contributions to State College Area High School during the past four years and best wishes to you for a successful and prosperous future.
Sincerely,
Mr. Curtis Johnson Principal
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Class of 2020
Anna Alisha Abashidze
Madelyn Hope Adams
Jordaan Wadsworth Ahlkvist
Rachel Ericka Ahn
Fredy Luis Ajualip
Rahaf Said Saif Al Hashmi
Alexandra Lee Albert
Matthew David Allgeier
Yousif Mahmood Sulaiman Alshekhkder
Khalifa Sultan Alsuwaidi
Jax Michael Alvarez
Sarah Katherine Ambrose
Joseph Michael Amendola
Michael Jonathan Andreychik
Lauren Rachelle Arnold
Morgan Renee Arnold
Zachary Scott Aronson
Kobe Lakota Asendorf
Umar Aslam
Sydney Nicole Assalita
Noah Ryan Aungst
Natalie Elizabeth Babitzke
Taylor Grace Balboni
Henry Dean Ballard
Madison Lynn Baranak
Lily Cameron Barber
Sarah Lowrie Barber
Mackenzie Esox Barker
Jefferson Edward Barnes
Michael Alexander Barnett
Tanishq J Barot
Sullivan James Barter
Mechi Christopher Bartley
Scott Anthony Bartram
Jacob Eli Beck
Trevor Allen Beck
Jennie Hope Berda
Jane Patt Biddle
Mira Alvena Bigatel
Abdullah Yasser Binsiddiq
Molly Beatrice Biver
Angelica Justine Blaine
Ashley Kate Blumenthal
Destiny Michelle Boas
George Nathan Bodenschatz
Maya Elizabeth Bokunewicz
Noah Zachary Boliek
Connor Joseph Bollinger
Ethan Patrick Bollinger
Vivian Anne Bottiger
Roi Henri Bowser
Isaac Rainier Brackbill
Tanner James Brandimarte
Caitlyn Marie Brannon
Benjamin Michael Brauser
Grace Ann Brennan
Kai Alexander Brennan
Zachary Joseph Brezovec
Matthew Kyle Brownstead
Jenna Naomi Brugler
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Nina Rose Burgos
Liria Rudbeckia Burgos
Holden James Burkett
Floyd Samuel Burleigh
Tynan Curtis Butler
Natalie Kay Cady
Garrett Zeigler Callenberger
Jason Harold Cameron
Emmalee Lynn Campbell
Margaret Anne Campbell
Natalia Carrasco-Munoz
Michelle Elizabeth Cassidy
Catherine Ann Caswell
Mason Bailey Catherman
Olivia Michaela Cavell
Katie Nicole Cepullio
Jodie Susanna Challis
Kyle Michael Chatterley
Krista Chen
Alinda Cheung
Benjamin Samuel Clapper
Jack Michael Clark
Nicholas James Clark
Skyler Rain Clemmer
Avery Ryan Clifford
Kimberly Christine Cody
Nicholas Robert Cole
Tyrike Lamar Coleman
Fiona Caroline Combs
Sara Elise Conklin
Aryka Marie Cook
Sarah Emily Cook
Evan James Courts
Ari Nilsson Osgood Cox
Bernard Sanderson Crane
Katherine Autumn Crawford
Matthew Douglas Crawford
Stacy Zarnoth Cremer
Tristan Dale Crossman
Lydia Anne Crown
Kaylyn Marie Cunningham
Benjamin Jin Curtin
Ryan Jay Cymbor
Nicholas Tilden D’Altrui
Abigail Mary Dale
Angelina Cherie Danuski
Addison Monaghan Darcy
Rohan Datta
Virginia Ruth De Armitt
Hanna Elizabeth de Lorenzi
Siena Rose De Tuerk
Keegan Isaac Dean
Zachary Leonard DeCarmine
Evan Spyros Degleris
Benjamin James Frank Deighton
Arif Aditya Demirci
Anthony Kristopher Devaney
Danielle Juanita Devine-Aker
Jupiter Lu Ding
Claire Kathleen DiPerna
Maxim Sebastiano DiVirgilio
Kyle David Domico
Michelle Elizabeth Donelan
Hannah Elyse Donnell
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Brennan Paul Dorefice
Brady Paul Dorner
Lazarus Ezekiel Doss
Hannah Kalyn Dowell
Molly Catherine Drass
Jackson Thomas Driban
Jason Frederick Dry
Vita Najiyah Dubose
Nicholas Blake Dugan
Willem Antonio Duiker
Tyler Mason Dunlap
Kaylen Eleanor Dutt
Benjamin Charles Dworsky
Terrell James Ealy
Zachary Michael-Hall Eckley
Isaiah Lamar Edwards
Madeline Faith Einfalt
Gabrielle Narcisse El-Adas
Amira Nasr Elsaid
Samuel Frederick Emel
Juliana Elizabeth Erb
Jack Kristofer Erickson
Steven Alexander Etter
Allen James Farabaugh
Andrew Paul Feathers
William Alexander Fecko
Emily Elizabeth Felice
Graham Marcus Fetterolf
Mary Olivia Fick
Matthew Joseph Fiochetta
Sydney Alexis Fitzgerald
Declan Malloy Flanagan
Christopher Nevin Fletcher
Alexander William Flubacher
Elisabeth Marie Fortin
Rylan Quinn Foster
Jordan Isabella Fralick
Mikhail Quincy Francis
Ashley Elizabeth Franks
Leonardo Frepoli
Cole Joseph Friberg
John Chase Friberg
Lydia June Fry
Bradie Drew Fuentes
Katia Marie Lewa Fuller
Adler Lee Gabel
Faith Renee Gallegos-Hampton
Conner Wiser Gardner
Lauren Elizabeth Gaylor
Joshua James Gearhart
Emily Isabelle Germann
Ariana Shiri Gieros
Yazdan Muhammad Gill
Elizabeth Marie Gilpatrick
Ainsley Jane Glaze
David Eytan Gluckman
Ashwin Aman Godura
Elizabeth Celia Golaszewski
Max Peter Gold Stachowski
Jessica Anne Gondak
Taylor Lauren Gonet
Jessica Alexandra Gordon
Lauren Emanuelle Gorenflo
Alex Payton Gotwalt
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Celia Leigh Graef
Tristan Ezvan Grassmyer
Christina Colleen Greeley-Erwin
Noah Klien Green
Rylie Nicole Gregg
Rylie Jasmine Grube
Abigail Lucy Grunwald
Sandy Guo
Anne Howlin Gustafson
William John Gustafson
Dara Hadighi
Travis Wade Hahn
Caoilin Martine Leonard Hall
Emily Joan Hall
Keri Ann Harlow
Clayton Dallas Harner
Victoria Margaret Harrington
Lindsey Emma Hauser
Elle Elizabeth Haushalter
Jina Belal Hayajneh
Foster Joseph Heasley
Michael Louis Heim
Nathaniel John Helton
Adam Jeffrey Henderson
Dylan Andrew Henderson
Gabriel Machado Hernandez
Amber Nicole Heverley-Hahn
Ashton Alexander Higgins
Cian Andrew Hildebrandt Nelson
Eric Russel Hill
Harsin Robert Hill Bird
Jacob Elliott Hillard
Makenzie Zangrilli Hoag
Brett James Hockenberry
Jackson Carter Hockenberry
Jacob Tyler Hockenberry
Shi-Anne Rayne Hockenberry
Radison Quil Hockenbury
Sierra Ashley Hockenbury
Jacob Shawn Hodge
Keyaira Samantha Hodges
Sarah Ione Hodges
Taylor Jacob Hoey
Sarah Elizabeth Holleman
Saoirse Hopp
Katherine Marian Horn
Alison Dawn Houtz
William Bernard Howell
Ariana Sue Hoy
Emily Jia Hu
Yen-Chih Huang
Ethan Daniel Humm
Alyssa Marie Hunkins
Elizabeth Jane Hunter
Jack Bratton Hurley
William Timothy Hurtz
Jakob Alexander Iceland
Johnathan Matthew Inman
Kasey Ann Ishler
Leigh Ann Jacobs
Annabelle Elizabeth Johns
Elijah William Johnson
Kassi Meiling Johnson
Allison Diane Johnston
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Evan Lee Jones
Micah Renee Jones
Rayna Kay Jones
Alexa Nicole Jordan
Amelia Clare Kasdorf
Maxwell Seung Katsouros
Sophia Rose Keene
Alexander Carlin Kelly
Clover Ann Kelly
Selena Margaret Kesidis
Hannah Nicole Kessling
Michael Y Khapilin
Laila Khouzani
Najee Daquawn King
Parker Jonathan Kingshipp
David Alan Klein
Kendall Louise Kleinman
Maryanne Elisabeth Knappenberger
Christopher David Kopp
Ellie Kikue Kovacik
Anastasiya Vladisla Kovalenko
Julie Karen Kozlek
Alexandra Helene Kranich
Max Krasilnikov
Kekoa Loren Krautkramer
Andrew Braeden Krawczyk
Lorenz Kruse
Rohith Varma Kuchipudi
Matthew Austin Kunes
Kevin Patrick Kurzinger
Ethan Noel LaBrecque
Brooke Alexandria LaBrie
Katherine Rose Lachendro
Andrew Joseph Ladrido
Hannah Grace Langelaan
Aalayah Butterfly Lavender
Madeline Elena Lawrence
Olivia Grace Leahy
Isabelle Morgan Leazier
Rachel Marie Lee
Clayton Paul Leidy
Hailee Jordyn Leister
Reagan Lynne Leitzell
Ryleigh Logan Leitzell
Rachel Meira Lembeck-Edens
Kathryn Maura Leous
Iris Lynn Li
Larry Li
Rena Xin Li
Logan Isaiah Lieb
Samuel Bronnum Liechty
Julia Elizabeth Lindau
Kaden Lillian Mitra Litzinger
Guanchen Liu
Joy Liu
Jessica Bryn Lose
Josiah William Charles Lose
Winney Brandy Lu
Yifan Lu
Kai Christian Ludwig
Kiyah Raine Lugue
Nathan Christopher Lusk
Carline Maeding
Michaela Ross Mahon
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Kamishele Maila
James Raphael Manyak
Megan Jean Marflak
Hannah Gabrielle Marosi
Aaron Joseph Marsala
Morgan Elizabeth Marshall
Willow Laurell Martin
Gabriel Edward Marx
Nicholas Alexander Mason
Mariano Sullivan Masorti
Lily Hannah Maxwell
Mavalynn Leigh McAfee
Aidan Herr McCann
Eryka Leigh McGhee
Andrew Tatem McLaughlin
Nicholas Paul McNutt
Nicole Lorrayne McFadden-Derer
Michael Anthony McShea
Zaide Bennizar Meddeb
Mishika Mehta
Jennifer Ashley Mejia
Joshua Caden Merritt-Pevey
Sofia Cohan Micci
Gwenyth Ann Michaels
Alex Hayden Mikula
Genevieve Maria Miller
Julia Grace Miller
Kyle David Miller
Sophia Christina Mochan
Randy James Modglin
Marissa Ann Mondock
Maya Lynn Mondock
Lucas Nathaniel Monroe
Caitlin Elissa Moss
Heidi Ibrahim Moustafa
Ethan Pestell Moyer
Alex Robert Mullen
Meghan Jacqueline Mullin
Alina Zahr Muroski
Gracie Elizabeth Myers
Harry Martin Myers
Samuel Alexander Myers
Joseph Eugene Blair Nastasi
Hope Lynn Neal
Emma Catherine Neary
Emma Caroline Neely
Alec William Nelson
Ian Kenneth Nelson
Todd Jordan Nelson
Julia M Neumann
William George Newcomb
Atheana Thach-Thao Nguyen
Nathan Thien Nguyen
Olivia Catharine Noel
Erik David Norloff
Marguerite Alexis Novikov
John Orlando Ochoa-Andersen
Eric Lee Oelhaf
Eliza Robertson Oesterling
Mary Elizabeth Offutt
Elisa Rose Ohlson
Faisal Shahrior Oishik
Adedoyin Elizabeth Olorunnisola
Kellen Bentley Olsen
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Wesley Paul Olsen
Carene Elizabeth Olsson
Yelyzavyeta Orlova
Daniel Francis Kim Pacchioli
Merel Margaretha Padt
Mary Michele Pak-Blyzniuk
Kati Panetta
Eireni Elizabeth Parides
Elora Skye Parker
Natalie Renae Parkinson
Hely Parmar
Zoe Garyanna Parsons
Ronit Nilesh Patel
Cameron Eugene Pease
Garrett James Perks
Lydia Elizabette Peters
Alexander Nicholas Petrick
Mefody Petrunin
Dominic Jacob Petruzzi
Michelle Annina Pletcher
Nicholas Scott Pollack
Abeni Jane Pone
Sophia Marie Porter
Gareth Aiden Prebble
Noah Alejandro Prewitt-Koths
Alexis Taylor Pupo
Kashawn Tramine Quick
Robin Lou Rearick
Nicholas Dean Redwing
Julise Dianne Regan
Alexander Michael Reid
Amelia Elizabeth Reinert
Sofiya Reznikova
Kaylee Ann Richards
Ryan Andrew Rider
Jaden Marcello Rigg
Jacob Alan Ripka
Aleah Zhen Rittenhouse
Robert Edward Ritter
Colby John Robert
Emma Caroline Rockey
Sydnee Elizabeth Rockey
Caitlyn Elise Rodgers
Marc Jacob Rodgers
Nico Dominique Rodriguez
Tomas Rodriguez Hertz
Destiny Joe Rodriguez-Soto
Grace Elizabeth Roeshot
Sean Patrick Rohan
Lindsay Mae Rose
John Michael Patrick Rosenblum
Ethan Wesley Rowland
Anjelica Mireya Sky Rubin
Julia Elizabeth Rush
Caleb Daniel Ryland
Martina Gabriela Saa Jaramillo Galarraga
Andrew James Savage
Kelly Miranda Saylor
Zane Matthew Saylor
Madilynn Carol Scavone
Jacob Cole Schaumburg
Liam Michael Scholton
Mary Ellen Schomer
Savannah Madison Schoonmaker
Bryn Arden Schoonover
Ava Augusta Koenig Schreier
Gavin Patrick Schreiner
Mylinda Karen Scott
Montanna Rae Sellers
McKenzie Sarah Shannon
Melody Beth Sharp
Elliot Addison Sheehan
Caroline Alice Shen
Silu Snow Shen
Zachary Ryan Sherman
Jacob Wilson Sholtis
Grace Laurene Siegfried
Rachel Lauren Silliman
Alexander Timothy Simin
Julian Louis Simmons
Ella Claire Simpson
Maxwell James Simpson
Bryan Pierre-Donnell Sims
Ethan Anderson Sims
Erin Anderson Small
John Denis Smirnov
Matthew Denis Smirnov
Victoria Elizabeth Smith
Mirta Veronika Snejko
Villi Oleg Snejko
Ava Snyder
Kayden Nicholas Snyder
Kyle Austin Snyder
Kylee Marie Snyder
Justin Richard Sodergren
Parisa Solaimanian
Michael Christopher Solo
Rachael Grace Pfennigwerth Spencer
Isabella Spicer
Ben Johann St Pierre
Owen Grey Staff
Bryant Dawson Stangel
Jacob Gregory Stangel
Thomas Baker Stangel
William Cody Staniar
Michelle Helen Stefanovich
Olga Andrea Stefanovich
Quincy Alexander Steidle
Victoria Catherine Steward
Natalie Claire Stewart
Megan Alyse Stoltzfus
Samuel Elliot Storll
Adanech Addie Strauss
Biniyam Strauss
Mihret Strauss
Beatrice LeAnne Strelow
Samuel John Musser Strickland
Ilse Carolina Suarez Calderon
Charles Mark Suchanec
Paul Louis Sulman
Latif Sushin
Martin William Switalski
Peter Lawrence Takac
Jamey Nicole Tessitore
Alexa Jordan Thies
Ashley Elizabeth Thomas
Caylee Joan Thompson
Sydney Paige Thompson10
Miles Norris Tolliver
Lauren Ruth Torbic
Jacqueline Grace Torrez
Chloe Evon Troup
Genevieve Georgianna Trout
Jason Connor Turenne
Finan Ivey Turnage-Barney
Jakob Ammon Twoey
Alsou Fatima Umarova
Enes Uzun
Mehmet Uzun
Thaddeus Buchanan Valentine
John W Van Horn
Alexandra Claire Voight-Shelley
Allaina Colleen Wagner
Naomi D Waite
Hope Laura Walk
Emma Jane Walker
Curtis James Walter
Emily Lyn Wang
Nathaniel Lyle Weaver
Wesley Russell Weaver
Alexa Marie Webb
Emma Marie Wenrick
Marcus David Wheeler
Abbey Page Whipple
Mia Christine Wicks
Quabrim Nyheem Wiggins
Austin John Williams
Benjamin Paul Williams
Nolan Graham Wilson
Gennevia Marie Wingard
Rachel Marie Wisner
Bryana Nichole Witmer
Isabella Morgan Witmer
Audrey Lauren Wolf
Lydia Grace Wolf
Anthony Joseph Wolff
Julia Lola-Noelle Woods
Rania Christina Wright
Yuzheng Xing
Ian Seonho Yi
Colton Miller Yoxtheimer
Auden Louise Yurman
Albert Cheng Zhang
Hanqi Zhang
Wenjia Zhou
Joy Zhu
Sterling Lance Zoebisch
Aubrey Lynne Zuech
Benjamin Isaac Zydney
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Honor Cord Recognition
Top 10%......................................................................................Maroon and Gray
Faculty Scholars..............................................................................................Gray
The National Honor Society....................................Gold Medals on Blue Ribbons
The National Technical Honor Society...............Silver Medals on Purple Ribbons
CentreREADY......................................................................................Lime Green
The International ThespianSociety Honor Scholars..................................................................Gold and White
World Language Honor SocietiesSociété Honoraire de Français ......................................Blue, White, and RedDeutsche Ehrenverbindung(Delta Epsilon Phi).........................................................Black, Red, and GoldNational Latin Honor Society.................................................Purple and GoldSociedad Honoraria Hispánica (León)....................................Red and Yellow美国高中中文荣誉学会..........................................................................Blue
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Senior Awards
Valedictorian......................................................................................Jupiter DingThe Valedictorian Award is given to the student who is first in the class.
Salutatorian.............................................................................................Silu ShenThe Salutatorian Award is given to the student who is second in the class.
The AccuWeather Earth and Science Award....................................Jupiter DingThe AccuWeather Earth and Science Award is based on teacher recommenda-tion, SAT scores, classwork, and grades in Science and Mathematics.
The Alley Family Scholarship..........................................................Jacob SholtisPresented to a graduating senior who excels in Earth Science, Environmental Science or a related science. Plans to pursue a post-high school program in one or more fields of Earth Science, Geoscience, Environmental Science or a closely related field.
The Joan Virginia Almquist Scholarship..........................................Hely Parmar Presented to a senior who demonstrates positive character, self-discipline and motivation, who completed course work in Family and Consumer Sciences and who participated in choir and/or Thespians.
The Alpha Fire Company Award........................................................Kyle DomicoThe Alpha Fire Company Award is presented to graduating senior who plans to attend a post-secondary institution and is a child of an active/life member of Alpha Fire Company.
The American Mathematics Competition Award...............................Jupiter DingThe American Mathematics Competition Award is given to the senior who has the highest score on the American High School Math Exam.
The Col. Donald E. Antes Memorial Award..........................................Eric HillThe Col. Donald E. Antes Memorial Award is presented to an outstanding senior in building construction and technology.
Margaret (Marge) Brouse Antes Memorial Thespian ScholarshipsPerformance..........................................................John Michael RosenblumTechnical Theatre...............................................................Sydney FitzgeraldMargaret (Marge) Brouse Antes Memorial Thespian Scholarships are given to award excellence in Theatre Performance/Musical Theatre and Theatre Production/Technical Theatre.
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The Louis Armstrong Award.....................................................William NewcombThe Louis Armstrong Award is given to a senior in recognition of outstanding achievement in the field of jazz, as demonstrated through superior musician-ship, character, and individual creativity.
The John Baker Memorial Award....................................................Taylor GonetThe John Baker Memorial Award is presented to an outstanding female stu-dent enrolled in the Building Construction and Technology Education Pro-gram.
The Kendra Baldwin Memorial Award...............................................Rylie GrubeThe Kendra Baldwin Memorial Award is presented to a Learning Support student who has made tremendous strides in independence, academics, and social skills.
The Banerjee Family Unsung Hero Award....................................Michael HeimThis award is presented to a senior, non-starter player who exemplifies lead-ership and tireless commitment to the excellence of the team and his team-mates on and off the field.
The Paul Barger Memorial Award...................................................Caleb RylandThe Paul Barger Award is presented by the parents of Paul Barger in his memory. The award is given to a student who demonstrates leadership skills, citizenship, motivation, and will be pursuing a post secondary education.
The Ken Barto Award.....................................................................Joseph NastasiThe Ken Barto Award is given in recognition of Ken Barto, a longtime base-ball coach at SCAHS, to a senior who demonstrates leadership and a willingness to help underclassmen in a mentor roll.
The Nicholas Berrena Memorial Scholarship.................................Clayton LeidyThe Nicholas Berrena Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a senior athlete who participated in the wrestling and football programs and demonstrated leadership, a strong work ethic, and respect for others.
The Bisbee Project Scholarship for Service...................................Carene OlssonThe Bisbee Project Scholarship for Service recognizes a senior who exhibits outstanding leadership, academic achievement, and demonstrates an interest in government and community improvement and is enrolling in the Army, Navy, Air Force, ROTC or one of our nation’s service academies after gradu-ation.
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The Boalsburg Fire Company Memorial Scholarship.........................Jason DryThe Boalsburg Fire Company Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a graduat-ing senior who is an active participant or child of an employee or volunteer in any emergency services.
Bon Bon Fund.........................................................................Ashley BlumenthalThe Bon Bon Fund is presented to a senior who has worked through the hard-ships of losing a loved one.
The Eugene R. Brooks Memorial Scholarship...................................Ryan RiderThe Eugene R. Brooks Memorial Scholarship is granted to a worthy senior enrolling at The Pennsylvania State University.
The Robert J. Bruce Memorial Award..................................Garrett CallenbergerJordan Fralick
The Robert J. Bruce Memorial Awards are presented to two senior soccer players who have demonstrated enthusiasm, team spirit, and leadership both on and off the field.
The Kyle Russell Callahan Scholarship.....................................Hannah DonnellThe Kyle Russell Callahan Scholarship is given in memory of Kyle Russell Callahan and is presented to a graduating senior who plans to pursue a degree in healthcare, and demonstrates compassion and appreciation for life.
The Joseph R. Cardenuto Memorial Award.......................................Rylie GrubeNatalie Stewart
The Joseph R. Cardenuto Memorial Awards are presented to two seniors en-rolled in The Pennsylvania State University’s College of Health and Human Development or the College of Education.
The Career & Technical Center Outstanding SeniorsAccounting & Finance..............................................................Samuel StorllAutomotive Technology...............................................................Jacob RipkaBuilding Construction...............................................................Lazarus DossCapstone.................................................................................Ashley ThomasCisco Networking Academy...........................................George Bodenschatz
Austin WilliamsComputer Programming..........................................................Tanishq BarotCulinary Arts.....................................................................Tristan GrassmyerDiversified Occupations..............................................................Audrey WolfEarly Childhood Education..................................................Megan StoltzfusEngineering Technology..............................................................Lydia Peters
Finan Turnage-BarneyHealth Professions..........................................Kasey Ishler, Caitlyn Rodgers Sports Therapy & Exercise Science...................................Marissa Mondock
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The Donald W. Carruthers Jr. Scholarship Fund..............................Juliana ErbKai Ludwig
The Donald W. Carruthers, Jr. Scholarship is presented to two seniors who have distinguished themselves through outstanding character, integrity, moti-vation, self-discipline, and leadership.
Centre County Bar Association Award for Civic Responsibility..................................................................Joy Zhu
The Centre County Bar Association Award for Civic Responsibility is pre-sented to a senior who, throughout her/his school years, has demonstrated a commitment to community service through involvement in civic organiza-tions or through projects and activities that benefit the residents of the stu-dent’s hometown, region, county, or state.
Centre County Pomona Grange #13 Award..............................Quabrim WigginsThe Centre County Pomona Grange #13 Award is presented to seniors who have shown perseverance, contributed to others, and contributed to the family income through employment during the school year.
Centre County Sports Hall of Fame Scholarship........................Elle HaushalterKyle Domico
The Centre County Sports Hall of Fame Award Scholarship is awarded to students who are varsity letter recipents and have a strong academic showing, be a good citizen and be active in school and community activities.
Centre LGBTQA Support Network Award.....................................Sydnee RockeyThe Centre LGBTQA Support Network Award is presented to a senior who is active in the LGBTQA community and interested in helping all people to: have equal civil rights, fullfill their potential academically, enjoy rich person-al and spiritual lives, cope effectively with the challenges of family, school, career, and community life.
Centre LifeLink EMS Sarah Dunlap Scholarship...........................Kasey IshlerMatthew Fiochetta
The Centre LifeLink EMS Sarah Dunlap Scholarship is presented to two se-niors who rank in the upper half of their class and are entering a healthcare field.
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CentreREADY Award...............................................Rachel Ahn, Tanishq Barot, George Bodenschatz, Benjamin Brauser,
Abigail Dale, Siena De Tuerk,Ainsley Glaze, Jessica Gordon,
Christina Greeley-Erwin, Emily Hall,Jakob Iceland, Rachel Lee,
Winney Lu, Genevieve Miller,Eireni Parides, Madilynn Scavone,
Michelle Stefanovich, Adanech Strauss,Ashley Thomas, Austin Williams, Audrey Wolf
The CentreREADY Award is presented to seniors who have shown the following attributes desired by our educational partners in business and industry: work ethic, tactfulness/manners, team work, communication, criti-cal thinking/problem solving, and understanding supervision and the world of work.
Mei Mei Cheng Award....................................................................Carene OlssonThe Mei Mei Cheng Award is sponsored by the Classes of 1984 and 1986 and is presented to a senior who was involved in school activities and displayed good citizenship.
The Choral Award.............................................................................Tynan ButlerWilliam Fecko
The Choral Award is presented to a deserving senior in honor of the Lechner children who contributed to the music programs from 1970 to 1983.
Clare Fund Scholarship for Performance ArtsPerformance............................................................................Kathryn LeousVisual Arts.......................................................................Marguerite NovikovThe Clare Fund Scholarship for Performance Arts is an award presented to seniors who demonstrate excellence in the arts.
The Skip Coleman Memorial Basketball Scholarship......................Cole FribergThe Skip Coleman Memorial Basketball Scholarship is presented to a senior basketball player who has demonstrated enthusiasm, team spirit, and leader-ship both on and off the court.
The Waldo Wilbur Corl Memorial Scholarship...............................Jacob SholtisThe Waldo Wilbur Corl Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a graduate who has been accepted at The Pennsylvania State University in the College of Agriculture and who has demonstrated academic ability, character and lead-ership.
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The Kevin Dare Memorial Football Award..................................William HowellThe Kevin Dare Memorial Football Award is presented to a senior who ex-hibited exemplary play as a wide receiver and/or defensive back.
Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizenship Award.............................................Sydney Assalita
The Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizenship Award rec-ognizes and rewards individuals who possess the qualities of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism in their homes, schools, and communi-ties.
The DeKalb Agricultural Accomplishment Award.......................Emily GermannThe DeKalb Agricultural Accomplishment Award has been presented since 1947 to an outstanding senior with a superior record of scholarship, leader-ship and agricultural work experience.
The English Faculty Scholars Awards............Allen Farabaugh, Alina MuroskiDominic Petruzzi, Allaina Wagner
The English Faculty Scholars Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Eng-lish are awarded annually by the high school English faculty to outstanding seniors who demonstrate extraordinary ability in the language arts.
The Donald E. Farber Junior Memorial Scholarship..........Katherine LachendroThe Donald E. Farber Junior Memorial Scholarship is presented by the fam-ily of Donald Farber. This award is given to a college-bound senior who has benefited from his/her involvement in athletics.
The Ronald E. Fink Memorial Award................................................Trevor BeckAshley Thomas
The Ronald E. Fink Memorial Award is presented to varsity members of the baseball and softball teams for effort and enthusiasm.
The Martha W. Fleming Memorial Scholarship........................Elisabeth FortinThe Martha W. Fleming Memorial Scholarship is presented by the Flem-ing family and recognizes a senior who has been accepted into an accredite nursing program and plans to become an RN.
The Carter Freije Memorial Scholarship..............................Gabriel HernandezThe Carter Freije Memorial Award is presented to a graduating senior. Can-didates embody Carter’s passion for music and demonstrate outstanding in-strumental musicianship in SCASD groups or ensembles.
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The Karen Bruno Ganter Memorial Award..................................Claire DiPernaThe Karen Bruno Ganter Memorial Award recognizes a graduating State High senior who demonstrates not only a positive attitude and academic achievement but also a deep loyalty and participation in the school and/or community.
The Karen B. Ganter Sacrifice and Commitment Award.................Nathan LuskThe Karen B. Ganter Sacrifice and Commitment Award is presented to a se-nior football player for exemplary sportsmanship, scholarship, leadership, sacrifice, and commitment to the SCAHS football program.
The GFWC State College Woman’s Club Scholarship...........Emmalee CampbellCharles Suchanec
The GFWC State College Woman’s Club Scholarship is given to two seniors who demonstrate academic achievement and plan to pursue post-secondary education in the technical trade area.
Nancy Jean Harrington Memorial Spirit Award.........................Ryleigh LeitzellThe Nancy Jean Harrington Memorial Spirit Award is presented by her fam-ily and friends to a member of the cheerleading squad who displays exem-plary leadership, loyalty, integrity, and scholarship. Nancy Jean was a State High cheerleader and coach.
The Harris Township Lions Club Scholarship............Maryanne KnappenbergerThe Harris Township Lions Club Scholarship is presented to a student who lives in Harris Township and who has engaged in community service projects.
The Wilbert H. Hartman Memorial Award................................Olga StefanovichThe Wilbert H. Hartman Memorial Award was established in 1988 and is provided annually to a deserving graduate who played a string instrument and will be attending a college or university, majoring in music.
The Thomas G. Haugh Memorial Scholarship..............................Willow MartinThe Thomas G. Haugh Memorial Scholarship is given to a senior who plans to continue in higher education.
The J. Alvin Hawbaker Annual Memorial Award...................Johnathan InmanThe J. Alvin Hawbaker Annual Memorial Award is presented to an outstand-ing student in technology education and/or building trades.
The Franklin Hege Memorial Award..............................................William HurtzThe Franklin Hege Memorial Award recognizes outstanding musicianship, dedication, and service to the high school bands and the total music program.
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The Melissa K. Heydenreich Memorial Scholarship..................................................................Kaden Litzinger
The Melissa K. Heydenreich Scholarship is presented to a senior who, like Melissa, has shown unique enthusiasm and moxie in their academic pursuits and community activities.
The Jackson Horner Scholarship...............................................David GluckmanThe Jackson Horner Scholarship is given to a member of the boys cross coun-try or track and field team who demonstrates strong academic accomplish-ment, good citizenship, exemplary conduct and leadership.
The O. W. and Mary K. Houts Scholarship...............................Benjamin BrauserThe O. W. and Mary K. Houts Scholarship is given to a business education senior who exhibits excellent scholarship, character and responsibility in the school community.
The Ann L. Infield Track and Field Memorial AwardsCross Country.................................................................Elizabeth GilpatrickIndoor...................................................................................Rachael SpencerOutdoor........................................................................................Jessica LoseThe Ann L. Infield Track and Field Awards were established by friends and family to honor Ann’s 31 years of contributions to the State College School District and is presented to worthy student athletes.
Jana Marie Foundation Creative Expression Award................................................Amber Heverley-Hahn
The Jana Marie Foundation Creative Expression Award recognizes a senior of the Delta Program that shows talent in writing, poetry, or art.
The William Jeffrey Memorial Soccer Award...................................Alison HoutzNicholas McNutt
The William Jeffrey Memorial Soccer Award recognizes the players who have made the greatest contribution to their State High soccer teams.
Laura A. Jones Memorial AwardsThe Laura A. Jones Memorial Awards honor full-time business education se-niors who have excelled in character, citizenship, and scholarship.
Outstanding DECA Member of the Year...............................................Iris LiRecognizes a DECA senior for outstanding performance and commit-ment to DECA.
Outstanding DECA Officer of the Year..............................Benjamin Brauser The Outstanding DECA Member Award recognizes a member who
displays the qualities of initiative and dependability in scholastic and extracurricular activities.
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Outstanding DECA Rookie of the Year.........................................Kyle MillerRecognizes a DECA senior for outstanding performance as a Rookie and displayed commitment to DECA.
Outstanding FBLA Member Award..........................................Saoirse HoppThe Outstanding FBLA Member Award recognizes a senior FBLAmember who displays the qualities of initiative and dependability in scholastic and extracurricular activities.
Outstanding Marketing Program Student Award.......................Kyle SnyderThe Outstanding Marketing Student Award is presented to a student who displays leadership, academic achievement, mentorship skills, character and integrity.
Outstanding Sports Entertainment Marketing Award........Matthew Allgeier The Outstanding Sports Marketing Award is presented to a student that displays sincere interest in the Sports Marketing curriculum and
profession.Outstanding Supply Chain Award..................................................Jason Dry The Outstanding Supply Chain Award is presented to a student who
exhibits exemplary efforts in supply chain opportunities and practices.Outstanding Roar Store Employee Award........................Madilynn Scavone The Outstanding Roar Store Employee Award recognizes a marketing program senior for outstanding performance and commitment to the Roar Store.
Richard Jones Vocational Scholarship of theState College Rotary Club-Downtown.....................................Benjamin Williams
Emmalee CampbellThe Richard Jones Vocational Scholarship of the State College Rotary Club- Downtown is presented to Career & Technical Center students who plan to attend a technical school.
The Alice Jordan Memorial Scholarship......................................Ethan RowlandThe Alice Jordan Memorial Scholarship recognizes a senior who demon-strates outstanding ability in science, positive character and leadership, and participates in social and community activities.
The Howard Keck Award...................................................................Hely ParmarThe Howard Keck Award is presented by Crawford Drafting to the Outstand-ing Senior Drafting and Design student in memory of a very special teacher who was dedicated to and admired by his students.
The Kim-Li Kimel Volleyball Scholarship.....................................Lauren ArnoldWillem Duiker
Awarded to a male and female senior who were active members and in good standing with their team, academics and have demonstrated involvement in their community.
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The Kiwanis Club of State College Award......................Sydney Assalita, Iris Li, Erik Norloff, Elliot Sheehan,
Olga StefanovichThe Kiwanis Club of State College Awards are presented to graduating se-niors who participated in community service and plan to pursue post-second-ary education.
The John Glenn Kovalchik Memorial Scholarship......................Ashley ThomasThe John Glenn Kovalchik Memorial Scholarship is presented by the fam-ily in honor of their son, a graduate of the Class of 1995. The recipients are students who demonstrate an exemplary attitude and intense desire to excel in a technical field of study.
The James E. Langton Award............................................................Emma NeelyThe James E. Langton Award is presented by the State College Area Music Boosters to a deserving music student who has an excellent GPA and will be studying music in college.
The Little Lions Scholarship........................................................Kevin KurzingerThe Little Lions Scholarship is made possible by the Class of 1969 in recog-nition of Sherdell “Pat” Snyder and the friends and family of Eugene “Sonny” Pearce.
The C. Morris Lutz Memorial Scholarship..........................................Hope NealThe C. Morris Lutz Memorial Scholarship is presented by the family in rec-ognition of his many years as the President of the Board of School Directors. It is awarded to a senior who intends to pursue a four year teaching degree.
The Mario Marcanti Award...................................................George BodenschatzThe Mario Marcanti Award is awarded to a graduating senior involved in marching and symphonic band who has exhibited academic distinction.
The Robert Michael Marciniak Memorial Scholarship..................Aubrey ZuechThe Robert Michael Marciniak Memorial Scholarship is presented by the family in honor of their son, a graduate of the class of 1989. The recipient is a student who is a member of the swim team and demonstrates positive character and leadership.
The Hogan and Grace Markle Scholarship.................................Sarah AmbroseDominic Petruzzi
The Hogan and Grace Markle Scholarship is presented to seniors who are residents of Centre County, maintain good grade point averages, participate in community service, and show excellence in speaking, reading and writing in English.
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The Maroon and Gray Scholarship................................................Eireni ParidesThe Maroon and Gray Scholarship is made possible by the Winifred and Eu-gene Clark, A. Brooks Corl, and Virginia Mills Memorial funds.
The Dianne Maser Memorial Scholarship........................................Audrey WolfThe Dianne Maser Memorial Scholarship is presented to a student who pre-vailed despite significant health challenges.
The William G. and Karen K. Mastin Scholarship.........................Keegan DeanThe William G and Karen K Mastin Scholarship is presented to a graduating senior pursuing post-secondary education and is a first generation college student.
The Ellen J. Maynard Memorial Award......................................Kaylee RichardsThe Ellen J. Maynard Memorial Award is presented to the highest-ranking senior in the Social Media Marketing curriculum.
The Anne Heather Meredith Scholarship for Mathematics, Architecture or Chemistry.......................Natalia Carrasco-Munoz
The Anne Heather Meredith Scholarship for Mathematics, Architecture and Chemistry is given to a high-ranking, graduating female in math, chemistry, or architecture and has been accepted into a two or four year program in the area of Math, Chemistry or Architecture.
John D. Miller Memorial Award...........................................Zachary DeCarmineThe John D. Miller Memorial Award is given to a senior boys’ track and field coaches award recipient who demonstrates outstanding character and leader-ship on and off the field.
The Mincemoyer Family Award for Leadership in Social and Personal Decision-Making.......................................Lauern Torbic
The Mincemoyer Family Award for Leadership in Social and Personal Deci-sion-Making recognizes a senior who demonstrates positive social and per-sonal decision-making who also provided leadership for student activities that promote those ideals.
The Mincemoyer Family Baseball Scholarship...............................Noah AungstThe Mincemoyer Family Baseball Scholarship was established to honor a team of exceptional baseball players who were named Little League Mid-Atlantic Champions in 2001 and later went on to the 2007 State Semi-finals as the State College High School Baseball Team. The fund provides a schol-arship to a senior baseball player who excelled in baseball as a youth through high school and who exhibits good sportsmanship and enthusiasm for the game.
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The Mincemoyer Family Engaged Citizen Award....................................Joy ZhuThe Mincemoyer Family Engaged Citizen Award is presented to a student who is passionate about AP Government and/or AP Comparative Govern-ment class, who demonstrates strong leadership skills, good citizenship. The recipient intends to pursue advance studies and/or a career in political science or international affairs.
The Mincemoyer Family Orchestra Scholarship.....................................Rena LiThe Mincemoyer Family Orchestra Scholarship is presented to a graduat-ing senior who is a string player in the orchestra and is an active partici-pant in other music groups and extracurricular activities both in school and in the community. The recipient has demonstrated commendable academic achievement and leadership.
The Ralph L. Montressor Memorial Award................................Kevin KurzingerThe Ralph L. Montresor Memorial Award is presented to a senior member of the baseball team who exhibits enthusiasm, game knowledge, and a sense of fair play.
The Denny R. Moore Memorial Award.....................................Connor BollingerThe Denny R. Moore Memorial Award is presented to a senior in the Little Lions Auto Program that exhibits an active interest in the program, enthusi-asm and aptitude for car repair, and good citizenship in school.
The Dick Morgan Memorial Football Award..............................Kevin KurzingerThe Dick Morgan Memorial Football Award is sponsored by the Dick Mor-gan Family and is presented to a senior player who exhibited the best sports-manship to his teammates and opponents during the season.
The Mt. Nittany Medical Center Scholarship..........................Marissa MondockThe Mt. Nittany Medical Center Scholarship is presented to a senior accepted into the health care field who demonstrates strong academics and active in-volvement in school or community activities.
National Merit Finalists..................................Stacy Cremer, Hanna de Lorenzi,Elizabeth Hunter, Joy Liu, Yifan Lu,
Willow Martin, Lucas Monroe, Alex Mullen, Yelyzavyeta Orlova,
Natalie Parkinson, Quincy SteidleNational Merit Sholarship Finalists have scored in the top one percent on the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test and possess an outstanding aca-demic and personal record.
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National Merit Finalist and Scholarship Recipients............Jupiter Ding, Iris Li,Silu Shen, Emily Wang
Given to National Merit Finalists who are at the top of the top 1% and pos-sess an outstanding academic and personal record.
The National School Choral Award................................................William FeckoEmma Neely
The National Choral Award is given to seniors for outstanding contributions in choral music.
The National School Orchestra Award...........................................Lauren ArnoldThe National School Orchestra Award is presented to a senior in recognition of contributions to the success of the school orchestra.
The Next Step Scholarship................................................................Mirta SnejkoThe Next Step Scholarship is given to a senior who will pursue post-second-ary technical training.
Nittany Leatherneck Detachment Semper Fi Award.....................Carene OlssonThe Nittany Leatherneck Detachment Semper Fi Award is given to a senior who has enlisted in the U.S. armed forces, enrolled in a Military Academy, or has been accepted in a ROTC program at a university.
The Outstanding Achievement in Advanced Chemistry II..................................................................Alex Mullen
This award is presented to an outstanding Chemistry II student.
The Outstanding Achievement in Advanced Topics Biology.........................................................Natalie Babitzke
The Outstaning Achievement in Advance Topics Biology is presented to a senior who demonstrates outstanding achievement in Biology.
The Outstanding Achievement in AP Physics Award...................................................................Dominic Petruzzi
The Outstanding Achievement in AP Physics Award is presented to a senior who demonstrates outstanding achievement in AP Physics.
Penn State Interfraternity Council Scholarship..................George Bodenschatz,Yifan Lu, Faisal Oishik,
Alexander PetrickThe Penn State Interfraternity Council Scholarship is presented to two male seniors with a 3.0 cumulative GPA and attending Penn State University in the 2018 fall semester.
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The Billie Jo Pennabaker Scholarship.......................................Caitlyn BrannonIn honor of Billie Jo Pennabaker, a 1978 State High graduate, who was the ultimate TEAM player both on and off the field, the Billie Jo Pennabaker scholarship will be awarded to a softball player who exemplifies Billie Jo’s continuous care and support of others, her positive attitude, and her zest for life.
Pride of the Little Lion Award.........................................................Brady DornerThe Pride of the Lions Award is presented to the senior who made the greatest contribution to the team in the areas of leadership, pride, and spirit as selected by the coaching staff.
The Principal’s Award......................................Madelyn Adams, Dayna Baldwin,Natalia Carrasco-Munoz, Claire DiPerna,
Abigail Grunwald, Iris Li, Joy Liu, Hope Neal, Erik Norloff, Eireni Parides,
Natalie Parkinson, Dominic Petruzzi,Silu Shen, Emily Wang, Albert Zhang
The Principals’ Award honors students who earned all “A”s througout their high school years.
The Sherm Reichard Memorial Award..................................Noah Prewitt-KothsThe Sherm Reichard Memorial Award is presented to a senior involved in the wrestling program and is based on scholarship, sportsmanship and loyalty to the team.
The Employees of Restek Corporation Outstanding Achievement Environmental Science Award....................................Jacob Sholtis
The Employees of Restek Corporation Outstanding Environmental Science Award is presented to a senior for outstanding performance in the field of environmental science.
The Virginia Dale Ricker Scholarship.........................................Allaina WagnerThe Virginia Dale Ricker Fund was created in 2007, to honor the 100th birthday of Virginia Dale Ricker, State College Class of 1925. Ms. Ricker’s friends and family established the fund. The fund grants a scholarship to a graduating State High senior who has interest in teaching English literature.
The Annette and Charles Rohrbeck Award.................................Megan StoltzfusThe Annette and Charles Rohrbeck Award is awarded to a senior who has a minimum GPA of 3.0 and an interest in extracurricular activities and plans on attending The Pennsylvania State University majoring in education.
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Rotary Club of State College Freshman Scholarships.......................Kai LudwigMarissa Mondock
The Rotary Club of State College Freshman Scholarships are presented to seniors with excellent academic backgrounds who plan to attend The Penn-sylvania State University.
The Col. Gerald F. Russell Scholarship.....................................Jacqueline TorrezThe Colonel Gerald F. Russell Scholarship is presented to a graduating senior with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. A child, grandchild, brother or sister of a US military veteran who has demonstrated leadership in communty, school, and/or religious activities.
The Jeremy T. Sente Memorial Scholarship............................Charles SuchanecThe Jeremy T. Sente Memorial Scholarship is presented in recognition of the State High senior who has exhibited a passionate interest in and demonstrated a serious commitment to the pursuit of a post-secondary degree in either the culinary arts or a program for hotel/restaurant management.
The Michael and Janice Shapiro Tennis Academic Scholarship...........................................................Saoirse Hopp
Selena KesidisThe Michael and Janice Shapiro Tennis Academic Scholarship is presented to players based upon sportsmanship, leadership, loyalty, and cooperation.
The Judge Richard M. Sharp Award............................................Anjelica RubinThe Judge Richard M. Sharp Award is presented to a senior who shows dili-gence in the pursuit of academic excellence and demonstrates concern for others.
The Shetler Family Scholarship.......................................................Nathan LuskPresented to a graduating senior who is a member of the State College Area High School boy’s basketball or football team with a GPA of 3.5 or higher, whose exemplary actions both on and off the field serve as an inspiration to those around him. The recipient must embody the characteristics of respect, commitment and tenacity while taking pride in his athletic, academic, and everyday life.
The Roy and Kathryn Shoemaker Scholarship...........................Emily GermannKendall Kleinman
The Roy and Kathryn Shoemaker Scholarship is presented to graduating se-niors accepted to The Pennsylvania State University to pursue study in the field of Agriculture.
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The Scott Sipple Memorial Scholarship.......................................Cameron PeaseThe Scott Sipple Memorial Scholarship is given to a versatile senior baseball player whose contributions and dedication to the sport make him a valuable asset to the team.
The Helen J. Small Memorial Award............................................Maya MondockThe Helen Small Memorial Award, sponsored by her four sons, is presented to a senior who has demonstrated a commitment to community service.
The James H. Snyder Memorial Award........................................Elle HaushalterElliot Sheehan
The James H. Snyder Memorial award, provided by the Centre Daily Times, recognizes two senior letter-winners who have a high scholastic average and participated in school activities.
The John Philip Sousa Band Award...............................................William HurtzThe John Philip Sousa Band Award is offered in recognition of outstanding achievement and interest in instrumental music.
South Hills School of Business & Technology Excellence and Community Service Award...................................Caroline Shen
The community service award is presented to a graduate who has made a postive impact on the local community through volunteerism, community service and outstanding citizenship.
The Brian J. Spackman Memorial Scholarship............................Kobe AsendorfThe Brian J. Spackman Memorial Scholarship is made possible by the Brian J. Spackman Memorial Fund and is awarded to a graduating senior who is an active participant or child of an employee or volunteer in any emergency services.
Spirit of Clare (Snetsinger) Award................................................Anjelica RubinThe Spirit of Clare (Snetsinger) Award is presented to a student in the Delta Program.
The State College Area Alumni Association Award..............Parisa SolaimanianTristan Crossman
The State College Area Alumni Association Award is presented to two gradu-ates whose citizenship, leadership, enthusiasm, and academic achievement exemplifies the tradition of successful State College graduates.
The State College Area Education Association Award................Allaina WagnerThe State College Area Education Association Award is presented to a gradu-ate who plans to pursue a post-secondary education in an elementary/second-ary teaching program.
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The State College Elks Lodge #1600 Grant...................................Quincy SteidleThe State College Elks Lodge #1600 Grant is awarded to a senior who is ranked in the top fifth of the graduating class.
The State College High School Class of 1954 Memorial Leadership Award.....................................................................Joy Zhu
The State College High School Class of 1954 Memorial Leadership Award is presented in honor of and in memory of all our beloved class members.
The State College Lions Foundation Fred Hoffman & Dr. William Thompson Jr. Leadership Award....................................Kaylen Dutt
Reagan LeitzellEmma Neely
The State College Lions Club Fred Hoffman & Dr. William Thompson Jr. Leadership Award is presented to outstanding seniors who are enrolled in a post-secondary school.
The State High Lions’ Pride Scholarship......................................Bryant StangelThe State High Lions’ Pride Scholarship is made possible by the Class of 1977, The Loleada B. Scheffley Memorial fund, The Mario Marcanti and The William Hartman Memorial Funds.
The State High Publications Award.............................................Elle HaushalterAlexa Webb
Auden YurmanThe State High Publication Award is presented to a student who has shown leadership and skill producing State High Publications.
The John W. Stuart Memorial Scholarship.............................Benjamin BrauserThe John W. Stuart Memorial Scholarship honors an outstanding graduate who is enrolled at The Pennsylvania State University and has achieved excel-lence in academics.
The Steven J. Suhey Memorial Football AwardsDefensive...............................................................................Kevin KurzingerOffensive................................................................................Jason CameronThe Steven J. Suhey Memorial Football Awards are given to an offensive and defensive lineman or linebacker who possessed athletic ability, sportsman-ship, self-discipline, determination and loyalty to team members.
The Virginia Higgins Suhey Scholarship........................................Jacob StangelGiven in honor of Virginia (Ginger) Higgins Suhey and presented to agraduating senior from a Centre County school district accepted into a 2 or 4 year post-secondary program.
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Jerome Tanner Memorial Scholarship..............................................Todd NelsonThe Jerome Tanner Memorial Scholarship rewards artistic expression and academic excellence among seniors planning to pursue the field ofcinematography at the higher education level.
The Thespians’ AwardArtisitc Leadership: Director/Choreographer.............................Sarah CookPerformance.......................................................................Dylan HendersonTechnical Theatre..........................................................................Sofia MicciThe Thespians’ Award acknowledges students’ significant contributions in Thespian productions during the past school year.
The Stefan H. Umberger Memorial Award..........................Matthew BrownsteadRachael Spencer
The Stefan H. Umberger Award is presented annually to two senior athletes who have demonstrated good academic skills, citizenship, and all-around athletic skills.
The University Woman’s Club Award..............................................Melody SharpThe University Woman’s Club Award is presented to a senior who exhibits positive academic achievement and participates in both school andcommunity activities.
The Brenda Jo Van Tries Memorial Scholarship............................Elora ParkerThe Brenda Jo Van Tries Memorial Scholarship is given to a graduating senior who has demonstrated desire, inclination, and aptitude to excel in a technical school, trade school, or university and has actively participated in alcohol awareness and education programs.
The Richard Victor Legacy Award.....................................................Emma NeelyThe Richard Victor Legacy Award is presented to a high school band student who demonstrates good citizenship, positive work ethic, positive attitude, and desires to pursue growth and development in music.
The Matthew Weakland Memorial Award for Courage.....................Trevor BeckThe Matthew Weakland Memorial Award for Courage recognizes a senior football player for displaying the most courageous attitude during the foot-ball season.
The Matthew Weakland Student Athlete Award..............................Brady DornerElizabeth Gilpatrick
The Matthew Weakland Student Athlete Award is presented to graduating se-niors who demonstrate the competitive spirit, work ethic, humility and cour-age that Matt displayed as a State High student athlete.
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The Jeff Weaver Best Buddies Memorial Award........................Megan StoltzfusThe Jeff Weaver/Best Buddies Memorial Award is presented to students who have demonstrated exemplary dedication to the Best Buddies Program at State College Area High School, thereby enriching the high school experi-ence of countless students with special needs.
The Thomas R. Whittaker Memorial Girls Basketball Award..............................................................Maya Bokunewicz
Isabelle LeazierThe Thomas R. Whittaker Memorial Girls Basketball Award is presented to a senior female basketball player who has exemplified integrity, leadership, and teamwork.
The Rufus R. Williams Memorial Scholarship.............................Taylor BalboniRylie Gregg
Joy ZhuThe Rufus R. Williams Memorial Scholarship is given by the Patton Town-ship Lions’ Club to seniors who reside within the township.
The Paul Williamson Memorial Award..............................................Todd NelsonThe Paul Williamson Memorial Award recognizes a senior who has contrib-uted to school activities and demonstrated good citizenship andacademic progress.
The Robert E. Womer Memorial Award...................................................Eric HillThe Womer Memorial Award is presented to an outstanding student in build-ing construction.
The World Language AwardsArabic II..............................................................................Graham FetterolfAdvanced Latin Literature....................................................Anne GustafsonAP French................................................................................Elliot SheehanAP German........................................................................Hanna de LorenziAP Spanish..................................................................................Erik NorloffThe Northeast Conference on Teaching of Foreign Language Certificates are presented to graduating seniors who have exhibited outstanding achievement in an advanced course of a foreign language.
The George S. Wykoff Scholarship.................................................Jacob StangelAlex Mullen
The George S. Wykoff Scholarship is presented to seniors who have achieved superior academic records and are attending The Pennsylvania State Univer-sity.
The Donna J. “DJ” Wyland Memorial Scholarship....................Reagan LeitzellThe Donna J. Wyland Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a cheerleader at State High who demonstrates exemplary character, and a commitment to ex-cellence.
The Catherine Ye Memorial Scholarship......................................Anjelica RubinCatherine Ye Memorial Scholarship is presented to a senior who has dedi-cated time to the yearbook and school newspaper and is involved in Arts and Science classes at State High.
The Steven Beck Yeagley Memorial Technology Education Award........................................................Amelia Reinert
Steve died in 1977. The Steven Beck Yeagley Industrial Arts Award was established in memory of Steve and his talents in design, construction, and teaching. The purpose of the award is to recognize students who excel in a number of areas of industrial arts and to encourage them to pursue their dreams.
The George S. Zonge Memorial Football Award.........................Isaiah EdwardsThe George S. Zonge Memorial Football Award is given to the most valuable player as selected by members of the football team.
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The Coaches’ AwardsBaseball.......................................................................................Cole FribergBasketball..................................................... Caitlyn Brannon, John Friberg Cheerleading..............................................................................Destiny BoasCross Country.........................................Elizabeth Gilpatrick, Ben St. PierreDiving...................................................................................Marcus WheelerField Hockey......................................................................Kendall KleinmanFootball.......................................................................................Kyle DomicoGolf...............................................................................................Kyle SnyderLacrosse.............................................................Brady Dorner, Alison HoutzSoftball..............................................................................Ashley BlumenthalSoccer...........................................................Marc Rodgers, Megan StoltzfusSwimming......................................................Foster Heasley, Abbey WhippleTennis....................................................................Evan Jones, Saoirse HoppTrack & Field, Indoor..................................Henry Ballard, Elle HaushalterTrack & Field, Outdoor.............Elizabeth Gilpatrick, Radison HockenburyVolleyball.........................................................Lauren Arnold, Ryan CymborThe Coaches’ Awards are based on team members’ leadership, sportsman-ship, loyalty and cooperation.
Mr. Jeff Kissell for his dedicated guidance and support as the Senior Class Advisor.
The High School Counseling Office Secretaries and Counselors.
The High School Main Office Secretaries and Administrators.
The Career and Technical Center Office Secretary.
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State College Area High School Lifelong Connections for Little Lions
Dear Parents of State High Class of 2020 Graduation Candidates:With each year that goes by our high school memories grow distant, but the life-changing lessons we learn during those years remain crystal clear. Do you remember learning that you could actually survive that awkward first dance? Or that the independence of a driver’s license was both terrifying and exciting at the same time? Or realizing that a special friend or teacher could encourage you just as you were about to give up?
Together, we can celebrate and remember these important lessons. Through the friendships formed and the relationships built, we carry on the traditions that are our legacy, both for ourselves and for future generations of State High alumni.
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