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2 — TRIB TOTAL MEDIA OUTSTANDING YOUNG CITIZEN NOMINEES Keynote speaker and judges From the president Keynote speaker T oday we look beyond the troubles often reported by Trib Total Media. Instead, we look to Western Pennsylvania and focus on the achievements of our youth. The dedication of these students to academics, community service and extracurricular activities is remarkable. Within these pages are some of the best, the brightest and the most giving group of individuals Western Pennsylvania has to offer. This year, parents, school administrators and friends nominated 295 students representing 20 schools. We are proud to have the opportunity to give them the recognition they deserve. We have the utmost confidence that these students will go on to do amazing things and hold rewarding and impressive careers. I would also like to congratulate the many parents, teachers, coaches and mentors who have helped guide these young adults and contributed to their successes. They are Ralph Martin often unrecognized for the many hours of loving assistance they have invested and we appreciate them encouraging the development of our youth. Finally, I would like to extend my thanks to you, the reader. Without you, none of this would be possible. I ask if you know any of the students highlighted in this section, that you please take a moment to congratulate them for setting an example and working hard to ensure our future. We are proud to have the privilege of continuing the Outstanding Young Citizen program year after year, and it is because of the extraordinary students that we are able to do so. Ralph Martin President & C.E.O. Trib Total Media Sunday, May 2, 2010 John Fedko is Channel 11 Sports director and anchor. John reports for Channel 11 News at 6 and 11 PM, and hosts The Fedko Fone Zone, a local sports call-in show on PCNC. John joined Channel 11 in October of 1987. He was born in Lawton, Oklahoma, and was raised near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. John earned a Bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Southern California. His career as sports anchor has taken him to Odessa, Amarillo, and Corpus Christi, Texas, and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. John is married with five children, and is actively involved with numerous Catholic charities. His most memorable sports stories include covering the Pittsburgh Penguins as they won two Stanley Cups. He has been voted Pittsburgh's favorite sportscaster by Pittsburgh Magazine and numerous other publications. Judges Richele Ward, Fundraiser and Senior Campaign Director for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, has worked with the society for 17 years. She has worked on several campaigns including The Light the Night Walk and The Man and Woman of the Year campaign. In addition, she oversees the Young Professional Board. Richele is a graduate of Ohio University with a Business degree and received her Master's in Leadership and Liberal Studies at Duquesne University. Kiley Cauvel currently serves as Director of Advertising and Creative Services for the Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Club. Kiley joined the organization in 2005. Prior to that she worked in various roles at Mellon Arena, beginning in Group Sales and rising to Director of Marketing. She is a graduate of Grove City College and a fellow with the International Radio and Television Society. Amanda Trocki is a recent graduate of La Roche College with a Bachelors of Science degree in Interior Design. Desiring to commit to a year of service following graduation, Amanda currently serves as a Public Ally for AmeriCorps and a Program Assistant for Pittsburgh Cares. Throughout her service, Amanda has coordinated and managed volunteer projects for hundreds of individuals and personally enjoys volunteering for a local food pantry on a weekly basis. Amanda is honored to be a judge for this year's Outstanding Young Citizen Award and congratulates all participants for their efforts towards exellence in the Pittsburgh community. VINCENTIAN ACADEMY Uniquely preparing tomorrow’s leaders to serve 1511802 ...and make a difference. • Founded in 1932 • Faith-filled, values-based educational community • 100% college acceptance rate • 51 Class of 2009 Graduates Offered Scholarships Totaling Over $5,800,000 • 14:1 student-to-teacher ratio • International Baccalaureate (IB) exam results exceeded national and international averages • 15 varsity sports; WPIAL and PIAA championship teams • 1 National Merit Scholar (2009) and 5 National Merit Commended Students (2009) 412.364.1616, x123 • www.vincentianacademy.org • vincentianadmissions@gmail.com Located at the intersection of McKnight and Peebles Roads, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 Ryan T. Allen School, grade: Aquinas Academy, 12 Parents: Spencer and Terri Allen Academic achievements: Magna Cum Laude Honors, 4.0 GPA, Athletic Scholar, National Merit Commended Scholar, VP Student Government School activities: Varsity basketball, lacrosse, VP Student Government Community contributions: Co-head of School Service Committee, Lifeguard at Woodlands Foundation for Special Needs Youth. Goals: “I plan on studying computer engineering in college. Afterwards, I plan on attending law school. Throughout my college experience, I hope to keep contributing to the community.” Marielena Balouris School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11 Parents: Dr. Chris and Kathy Balouris Academic achievements: High Honor Roll, National Junior Honors Society, selected for Middle States Accreditation Committee School activities: Student Council Corresponding Secretary, Staff Appreciation Committee, principal role in Spring Musical CATS Community contributions: Active GOYA member (Greek Orthodox Youth Association) — many service projects (Feed the Homeless Hosanna Industries, Health kits for Haiti) Goals: “I plan on majoring in communications or pre-med. I want to continue to pursue my hobbies of musical theater, music, and basketball.” Sarah Amick School, grade: Northgate Jr./Sr. High School, 10 Parents: Randy and Sharon Amick Academic achievements: Distinguished honors, maintained a GPA of over 95 percent School activities: Participated in cross country, marching band, member of Environmental Club, I started and ran an Improv acting group Community contributions: Mentoring second graders at Bellevue Elementary, recycled school’s papers Goals: “I’m planning on going into environmental sciences, possibly at Carnegie Mellon University. No matter what profession I go into, I’m mostly looking to have a positive impact on the world.” Luke Barbour School, grade: Mars Area High School, 9 Parents: Jack and Lisa Barbour Academic achievements: High Honor Roll, American Legion Award Nominee, Outstanding Academic Excellence — President’s Education Awards Program School activities: Senator — Student Council, Vice President — Class Council), Member — Mars High School Golf Team Community contributions: Special Interest Service Award, Service Award — Mars Area Middle School, member — Mars United Presbyterian Church youth group Goals: “I plan to attend a four year university and major in either business or political science.” Toren (Tori) Andrewson School, grade: Quaker Valley High School, 9 Parents: Ruth Siegfried and Janet Andrewson Academic achievements: Maintain at least a 4.0, Distinguished Honor Roll, Friends of Quaker Valley Top Math and Science Student Award School activities: Tri-County Choir Institute’s Teen Chorale, Tri-County Choir Institute’s Village Singers adult choir Community contributions: Retirement home performances with the Teen Chorale, Passion Play performances at more than 15 churches per season Goals: “I would like to study science in college, and to eventually become a doctor.” Cameron Barnes School, grade: PineRichland High School, 10 Parents: David and Connie Barnes Academic achievements: Member of American Mensa, Highest Honor Roll each quarter, Merit Scholar, scored a 5 on the AP Government Exam, AP classes School activities: Mock Trial, EuroChallenge team member, Member of the Pine-Richland Academic WorldQuest Team, first place Model U.N. Community contributions: People to People Global Youth Forum delegate — earned 50 community service hours. Goals: “I plan to attend a four-year university and study International Affairs, Economics, or Political Science. I also plan to row crew at the collegiate level.” TRIB TOTAL MEDIA — Kara Angeletti Kendra Anick William Athol Kurt Beatty Tabitha Bemis Rachel Boody School, grade: Mars Area High School, 11 Parents: Ken and Kelly Angeletti Academic achievements: Consistent 4.1 GPA, Ranked 7th in Class, honor roll annually, first junior editor-inchief of yearbook. School activities: All-school play, all-school musical, member of the Learning Enrichment Program, Spanish Club, varsity soccer, shadowed an attorney from one of the largest law firms in Pittsburgh. Community contributions: Volunteer coordinator for the Red Octopus Program for mentally disabled children Goals: “After graduating high school, I hope to attend college and major in law, communications, or journalism.” School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 12 Parents: Jeffrey and Nancy Beatty Academic achievements: AP Scholar with Honor, National Honor Society Scholarship Recipient, Westinghouse Science Honors Institute School activities: Varsity Indoor/Outdoor Track and Field, Orchestra/Golden Strolling Strings, Eco-Action Community contributions: Boy Scouts of America Troop 81, Brotherhood Member of the Order of the Arrow, Key Club Goals: “I am completeing my Eagle Scout Project. I plan to obtain a bachelor of Science in Physics and to attend a graduate program in astrophysics. I hope to become a physics researcher.” School, grade: Northgate Jr./Sr. High School, 11 Parents: Bob and Lynn Anick Academic achievements: High and Highest Honor Rolls School activities: SADD President (Students Against Destructive Decisions), Drum Major (Marching Band), German Club, Jazz Concert and Concert Choir, Spring Musical, Student Council, Yearbook, Bowling, Track & Field. Community contributions: Volunteering for the Northgate Elementary Drama Club, Avalon Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary junior member Goals: “To attend a university to pursue a double major in business management and accounting, then move on to a culinary arts school.” School, grade: Quaker Valley High School, 12 Parents: Robin and Frank Bemis Academic achievements: Four year honor-roll member, National Honors Society Member. School activities: Yearbook member since 10th grade, participates in Rachel Scott Club, Participates in 4 varsity level sports: Track and Field, Cheerleading, Diving and Gymnastics, Selected captain of 2010 Cheer Squad and Diving Team Community contributions: Spanish 3/4 Teacher’s Assistant, Altar Server at church, works at Sonic DriveIn. Goals: “I plan to attend Penn State University to run track and study nursing.” 3 School, grade: Sewickley Academy, 11 Parents: Beth and Barrie Athol Academic achievements: Highest Honor Roll School activities: Quiz Bowl Team, Math Team, Lacrosse Team. Community contributions: Acolyte/Scripture reader at St. Paul Episcopal Church, Christian Fellowship Club, annual mission trip through church Goals: “Pursue a liberal arts degree at a top school and then go from there.” School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 9 Parents: Doug and Wendy Boody Academic achievements: All honors courses, highest honor roll, Future Teacher’s of America, Junior Achievement School activities: Track and Field (winter and spring), Marching Band Community contributions: Active member of Elfinwild Presbyterian Church, Involved in Youth Choir, Vacation Bible School, 9 years of Girl Scouts. Goals: “I would like to attend a college that will allow me to obtain a teaching degree in math and music.” 1505781 OUTSTANDING YOUNG CITIZEN NOMINEES Sunday, May 2, 2010 OUTSTANDING YOUNG CITIZEN NOMINEES 4 — TRIB TOTAL MEDIA Kevin Bunce School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11 Parents: Dan and Sue Bunce Academic achievements: Highest Honor Roll, GOAL (Gifted) Program, AP Scholar, Consistent 4.0 GPA, American Legion Award, President’s Education Award. School activities: NATV Production Assistant, Student Council Treasurer, School Play Technical Director, Stage Crew Community contributions: Church Summer CCD Chair, Boy Scouts, Hugh O’Brian Youth (HOBY) Ambassador, Altar Server, Order of the Arrow Goals: “Hope to attain a degree in engineering from a prestigious college, then pursue a successful career in engineering.” Megan Coleman School, grade: Northgate Jr./Sr. High School, 12 Parents: Mark and Alice Coleman Academic achievements: Ranked 2nd in class, National Honor Society: Treasurer, Distinguished Honor Roll. School activities: Marching and Concert Bands, clarinet ensemble, Allegheny Valley Honors Band, PMEA District Band, mentoring program, Student Council: Vice President. Community contributions: All Girls Lockin Mentor, Church Youth Group, Vacation Bible School volunteer, Special Olympics volunteer. Goals: “Attend Robert Morris University and obtain a degree in actuarial science.” Daniel W. Cadwell School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 11 Parents: Tom and Diane Cadwell Academic achievements: Consistent Honor Roll, Perfect Attendance Award 2006present. School activities: Varsity Letter — Track and Field, Varsity Letter — Cross Country. Community contributions: Boy Scout — Troop 194, Eagle Scout Rank earned October 2009, Volunteer at Animal Friends, Altar Server — St. Mary’s Church, Volunteer at Vacation Bible School — Stoneridge Church Goals: “I plan to attend college and earn a degree, but at this point my major is undecided.” Caitlin Collins School, grade: PineRichland High School, 11 Parents: Jim and Marene Collins Academic achievements: 4.25 GPA, National Honor Society, Student Council, Highest Honor Roll, Lions Club Award Recipient. School activities: Member of Pine Richland Varsity Field hockey Team, Peer Buddies, Peer Tutoring. Community contributions: Member of Best Buddies Organization, Volunteer at St. Richard Church summer program, Participated in Breast Cancer Awareness week with Field Hockey team Goals: “After graduating high school, I plan to attend a four year college to major in medicine.” Dannielle Cagliuso School, grade: Quaker Valley High School, 12 Parents: Joseph and Jennifer Cagliuso Academic achievements: Completed high school requirements in three years, advanced placement and college classes in senior year School activities: Sportswriter for the awardwinning student newspaper The Quaker Quill, member of the French Club Community contributions: Earned Girl Scout Silver and Bronze Awards, volunteeers at Sewickley Valley Hospital Goals: “Plans to attend medical school to become an orthopaedic surgeon, endocrinologist, or sports cardiologist.” Rachael Cooper School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10 Parents: Carl and Anita Cooper Academic achievements: Constant 4.3 GPA, Ranked 2nd in class, National Junior Honors Society, All honors student School activities: Honors Chamber Choir, Junior Classical League (Latin Club) Community contributions: Counselor at church day camp, have earned Silver and Bronze awards through Girl Scouts, volunteer at West Penn Hospital Goals: “I am working on my Gold Award in Girl Scouts. I am unsure of what major I will pursue or what college I want to attend.” Ian Carroll School, grade: Sewickley Academy, 11 Parents: Scott and Jill Carroll Academic achievements: High Honor Roll every Semester, Howard J. Heinz Scholarship, AP Scholar, SA Scholar Athlete, Student Ambassador and Tour Guide School activities: Varsity Track and Field, Varsity Cross Country and Most Imporved Runner Award, Bowling, Japanese Culture Club Community contributions: Sweetwater Center for the Arts Volunteer, Relay for Life Team; Member, Rotary Gateway Teen Leadership Council Goals: “I plan on attending college to major in Chemistry with a minor in German language.” Laura Cottington School, grade: North Catholic, 10 Parents: Rob and LuAnn Cottington Academic achievements: High Honor Roll, 4.3 GPA, ranked first in class, Leadership Team School activities: Oboe player in pit/stage roles for spring/fall musicals, crew Community contributions: Girl Scouts Silver Award, currently working toward Gold, CYO basketball and softball. Goals: “I want to attend a Catholic college and major in social work.” Sunday, May 2, 2010 Kahla Cerqua Sophia Ciocca Jason Crooks Mikal Daskivich School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 10 Parents: Ray and Christina Cerqua Academic achievements: Maintaining a 3.5 and above GPA, High Honors. Community Contributions: Completed volunteer work at the Shaler North Hills Library, Attended the Walk For A Healthy Community Downtown. Goals: “After graduating high school, I am planning to attend college and become a registered nurse or study sports medicine.” School, grade: Hampton High School, 11 Parents: John and Francine Crooks Academic achievements: High Honor Roll, numerous honors classes, including honors chemistry, honors physics, and honors biology School activities: Chess Club, Environmental Club, Spanish Club Community contributions: St. Mary’s of the Assumption Church lector and volunteer for the CCD Family Program, volunteer for youth instructional basketball camp Goals: “To obtain a master’s degree in Environmental Health Science with a minor in Safety.” School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 12 Parents: Joseph and Sharon Ciocca Academic achievements: National Merit Semifinalist, 4.4 GPA, 3 National Spanish Exam Gold Awards, FBLA State Qualifier 2008, National Honors Society, Apprenticeships in Animation and Architecture School activities: Forensics Team: Lincoln-Douglas Debate, Stage Crew for Spring musicals Community contributions: Tutor at Ingomar Elementary School, volunteer through Zonta Club, babysit regularly. Goals: “Enter college with an undecided major, enroll in the Peace Corps after graduation. Ultimately attend medical or dental school.” School, grade: Mars Area High School, 11 Parents: Scott and Pam Daskivich Academic achievements: I have earned a grade point average of over 4.0 for the past three years, High Honor Roll member, ranked No.7 in my class for the past three years School activities: Secretary of Spanish Club and participant for three years, Interact Club Community contributions: Volunteer: Saint Kilian Church: Youth Group/Life Teen, altar server, aided with rummage sale, aided with Fish Fry, 2010 Catholic Heart Work Camp Goals: “I would like to attend a good university to study business and education with hopes of becoming a teacher or going into the business field.” HAMPTON TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT Applauds our students who honor themselves, their families, and their school by being recognized as OUTSTANDING YOUNG CITIZENS Congratulations and Thank You for Continuing the Hampton Tradition Of Excellence 1504957 OUTSTANDING YOUNG CITIZEN NOMINEES Sunday, May 2, 2010 School, grade: Mars High School, 11 Parents: Fred and Vicki Dean Academic achievements: Consistent 4.0 GPA, High Honor Roll, Class Rank 5th School activities: Mars Varsity baseball team, Most Valuable Pitcher Award, Mars Ski Club, Mars Rod and Gun Club, player on the Springdale Western Pennsylvania Elite Baseball League Team Community contributions: Member of the Holy Sepulcher Roman Catholic Church, Volunteer at the Ballzone Summer Baseball Camp Goals: “Plan to attend a college with a strong science and math department. I would like to continue to play baseball in college.” Vanessa Dufford School, grade: Mars Area High School, 10 Parents: Duane and Laurie Dufford Academic achievements: Honor roll every quarter, selected to attend Strings North for Orchestra, selected to mentor 6th grade orchestra students. School activities: Orchestra mentor program, Student Council, Orchestra, Varsity Softball, REACH, Water Protection Club. Community contributions: Volunteer: Upward Basketball, Bloodbank, Adams Twp. Community Days, Coach at Upward Basketball Camp, High School Trick-or-Treat Night, Church Flea Market, College Fair Goals: “I hope to major in Psychology/Education, and pursue a career in counseling.” Matthew J. Devlin School, grade: Vincentian Academy, 11 Parents: Patrick and Lauren Devlin Academic achievements: High Honors, International Baccalaureate Candidate School activities: Two year Varsity Lacrosse letter, Three year Varsity Cross Country letter Community contributions: St. Bonaventure Vacation Bible School volunteer, North Hills Community Outreach volunteer, Jubilee Soup Kitchen volunteer, Race for the Cure participant, St. Bonaventure Fish Fry and Market Day fundraisers Goals: “I am interested in studying either engineering or architecture in college.” Jennifer Dulski School, grade: North Catholic High School, 12 Parents: Linda M. Dulski and Robert J. Dulski Academic achievements: Awards: National Honors Society, Adele Award for Formation in Faith, two Outstanding Catholic Student awards School activities: Diocesan Youth Council Representative, Campus Ministry, L.I.F.E., Yearbook, Leadership Team Community contributions: Assistant teacher for special education CCD religion classes, organized a Meals-On-Wheels benefit concert Goals: “I plan to go to LaRoche College for Elementary Education and Special Education.” Meghan Diefenbacher Alexa Doerfler Danielle L. Dorazio John Dubensky Alec Evachek Becca Faix Christopher Fedosick School, grade: Mars Area High School, 11 Parents: Jennifer and Gregg Diefenbacher Academic achievements: Currently ranked No. 1 in class, highest honor roll, Westinghouse Science Honors Institute School activities: Introduce a Girl to Engineering, AFS Club (American Field Service), cup soccer and travel soccer Community contributions: Volunteer at the Butler County Humane Society, make holiday cards for residents at an assisted living facility, babysit Goals: “I plan to pursue a career in bio-medical engineering. I hope one day to be a medical researcher and to cure diseases.” School, grade: Northgate High School, 10 Parents: Trish Evachek and Jim Evachek Academic achievements: 4.0 GPA, Distinguished Honor Roll, Honors Classes, Who’s Who 2006-2008, John Hopkins S.A.T. in 2007, Accelerated Reader Awards, Highest grade in German I and II School activities: Varsity letter in track & field, Student Council, environmental trip Community contributions: YMCA referee and coach youth sports, Help out mother with CCD, Shovel walks for residents Goals: “I wish to attend the University of Pittsburgh and study pre-med. After receiving my master’s, I want to attend John Hopkins University for my PhD.” School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11 Parents: Ben Doerfler and Lisa DeCarolis Academic achievements: Honor Roll every year, continuous 3.9 GPA, Presidents Award for Academic Excellence, Certificate of Excellence in Leadership Developement School activities: Orchestra and the Golden Strolling Strings, Student Council Community Contributions: Mission trip to New Orleans, tutoring, fundraising for a local family in need, teach gymnastics Goals: “I plan to go to college to become a psychologist and ultimately run my own private practice.” School, grade: Aquinas Academy, 9 Parents: Pete and Theresa Faix Academic achievements: Summa Cum Laude and Magna Cum Laude every quarter School activities: Chorus, Basketball, Vivat Vita Pro-Life Club, March for Life in Washington D.C., Member of Drama Club for three years, President of Drama Club Community contributions: St. Richard Life Teen Member and Volunteer, babysits, volunteered at St. John Speicialty Care Center in Mars, 11th year of dance Goals: “I would like to attend college and pursue a career in forensic science.” School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High Shool, 11 Parents: Sidney and Carolyn Dorazio Academic achievements: All Academic Scholar Athlete, Junior National Honor Society, Key Clubs, 4.2 GPA, National Youth Leadership on Medicine — Washington, D.C. School activities: Women’s Varsity Soccer Team Community contributions: Volunteer for UPMC Passavant Hospital, enrollee in St. Lucy Auxillary — Candidate for Medallion Ball, volunteer St. Alexis Parish’s Life Teen & Bible School Programs. Goals: “College majoring in science/medicine and playing soccer.” School, grade: Northgate High School, 12 Parents: Tom and Pam Fedosick Academic achievements: Honor Roll, PJAS placed 2nd, AP credit, Honors classes, National Honors Society Nomination School activities: Baseball, Deck Hockey. Community contributions: Eagle Scout, Eagle project — provided 115 backpacks filled with various toiletries to 2 homeless shelters, Participated in Dumpster Days Goals: “After I graduate high school, I am going to La Roche College for National Security Studies.” 5 School, grade: Pittsburgh Perry Traditional Academy, 12 Parents: John and Nancy Dubensky Academic achievements: National Honor Society President, University of Rochester Bausch & Lamb Science Award, High Honor Roll, Center for Advanced Studies School activities: Varsity football, swim team captain, Jazz band, Orchestra, Spring Musical crew, All-City Football 1st Team Offense. Community contributions: Eagle Scout, altar server St. Pius X Byzantine Catholic Church. Goals: “I plan to attend school and study medicine. I’m fairly certain I want to become a physician. I want to be able to help people.” Rebecca Fischer School, grade: Northgate High School, 10 Parents: David and Rochelle Fischer Academic achievements: High honors for four years, Gifted program since fourth grade, Ranked in the top ten of her class. School activities: SADD for two years Community contributions: Volunteer for Special Olympics at Sim’s Lanes for eight years, Third grade mentor at Bellevue Elementary Goals: “After graduating high school, I would like to attend a four year college and possibly pursue a career in teaching or counseling.” NORTH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL CONGRATULATES OUR OUTSTANDING STUDENTS! North Catholic is proud to provide our students with an integral, quality education, focusing on service, justice, peace and family spirit! www.north-catholic.org 1503900 Tyler Dean TRIB TOTAL MEDIA — OUTSTANDING YOUNG CITIZEN NOMINEES 6 — TRIB TOTAL MEDIA Christine Fleig Nolan M. Flynn School, grade: Seneca Valley Senior High School, 12 Parents: Mr. and Mrs. R. Matthew Fleig Academic achievements: Rotary Award for Leadership Camp (RYLA/Westminster College), Honor Roll School activities: National Forensic League member, Speech and Debate Team president, Marching Band Community contributions: “St. Joan of Arc” Medallion recipient/St. Lucy’s Auxilliary Volunteer Program — more than 325+ hours of community service for Catholic Diocese Goals: “I plan on attending a four-year college, majoring in Business/Journalism and staying involved in service activities.” School, grade: Hampton High School, 9 Parents: Heather and Michael Flynn Academic achievements: 4.10 GPA School activities: Hampton High School Future Business Leaders of America Member, Spanish Club Member, Leadership Club member, varsity boys swimming Community contributions: Volunteer: UPMC Passavant Hospital, St. Mary Glenshaw, CCD assistant teacher, St. Mary Glenshaw Altar Server and Usher, St. Mary Glenshaw CYM (Catholic Youth Ministry) Goals: “Attend a four-year college, develop business opportunities as an entrepreneur.” Calista FrederickJaskiewicz Katie Georgiadis School, grade: PA Cyber Charter School, 9 Parents: Ms. Cynthia M. Frederick and Dr. David W. Jaskiewicz Academic achievements: The Davidson Insititute for Talent Development, Reno, Nev.; Young Scholar; Young Ambassador; One of 16 Young Scholars, Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth School activities: SAT High Honors; taking mix of college and high school courses Community contributions: Animal Friends volunteer, Open Paw 2 Cat Socializer, Operation Happy Sock Goals: “To pursue undergraduate and graduate degrees in STEM-related areas.” School, grade: PineRichland High School, 11 Parents: Mark and Karen Georgiadis Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll every quarter, World Language National Honor Society School activities: Summer Health Career Academy participant, Varsity Letter in Field Hockey, Student Gorvernment Representative Community contributions: Active participant in church youth group, Best Buddies, Peer Buddies, Key Club, Recording Secretary for Church youth group Goals: “I plan to attend a four year university to pursue a degree in one of the sciences.” Heather Foltz School, grade: Mars Area High School, 11 Parents: William and Cami Foltz Academic achievements: High Honors throughout last three years, Consistent 4.1GPA, Class Rank — Eighth in class, Attended National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine at Villanova School activities: Proud Member of Reach — Alcohol and Drug Awareness, Water Protection Club Community contributions: Attended mission trips with Holy Sepulcher Youth Group to Frederick, Md., to helped rehab homes, Make A Difference Day Goals: “Attend University of Florida and major in Health Science and specialize in PrePhysical therapy or Rehabilitative Services.” Joanna German School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 12 Parents: Maura German and Keith German Academic achievements: Certificate of Recognition of Academic Excellence, extracurricular involvement and leadership potential School activities: Marching band, concert band and symphonic band, Key Club Community contributions: Girl Scouts for 11 years, Girl Scout Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards, FCCLA, volunteer at UPMC Passavant’s Day Care Center Goals: “Attend Clarion University for Early Childhood education. Plan to work in a day care center with mainly infants and young children.” Julie Forbes School, grade: North Hills Senior High, 12 Parents: Paul and Debbie Forbes Academic achievements: National Honors Society, Highest/High Honor Roll. School activities: North Hills Majorette captain, Licensed Ham Radio Operator, American Sign Language Club, S.A.D.D. Community contributions: UPMC Passavant Hospital volunteer, Berkeley Hills Lutheran Church Acolyte, Berkeley Hills Civic Association Environmental Committee Goals: “I will be attending Robert Morris University to pursue my B.S. in nursing. My future plans are to work either in Out Patient Oncology or Pediatrics and pursue my Doctorate in Nursing.” James Geyer School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 9 Parents: David and Lisa Geyer Academic achievements: Consistent 4.0 GPA, Consistent Highest Honor Roll Student, Placed top ten in the First Lego League Carnegie Mellon University Robotics Competition School activities: Bowling Club, Homecoming Committee Community contributions: Life Ranked Boy Scout working on Eagle Rank, Inducted into the Order of the Arrow (Scouting’s National Honor Society), 35 hours of community service in Shaler Goals: “Plans to study Engineering and wants to become a Mechanical Engineer.” Sunday, May 2, 2010 Nicole Ford Randi Francis Tabbitha Gordon Paige Gregory School, grade: Mars Area High School, 10 Parents: Russ and Sharon Ford Academic achievements: Consistent 4.2 GPA, ranked number four in my class School activities: Active member of the yearbook staff, Class Council, and Interact Club Community contributions: Member of Leaders Now International, Volunteer at St. John’s Nursing Home, Volunteered at Red Octopus where I helped children with disabilities play sports, participated in Animal Friends telethon Goals: “I would like to attend college as a communications major and pursue a career in broadcast media and journalism.” School, grade: Northgate High School, 10 Parents: Raymond and Kimberly Gordon Academic achievements: Received Certificate of excellence form the Ancient Accept Scottish Rite of Free Masonry, High Honor Roll every quarter, All Honor Classes School activities: High School Musical, Concert Choir, Gaming Club Community contributions: Impulse Youth Group for church, I help our Pastor sometimes at Youth Group, volunteer at Animal Friends Goals: “I hope to attend Whitman College and get a major in Sociology. I also hope to get a minor in either Journalism or German.” School, grade: Mars Area High School, 10 Parents: Cindy and Rich Evans Academic achievements: Honor roll student for the past five years, maintained above 4.0 GPA freshmen and sophomore year, ranked fourth in my class. School activities: Member of the REACH drug-free club at my school, Water Protection Program, volleyball, basketball, and softball, symphonic band Community contributions: Active participator in young children activities at the First Presbyterian Church of Bakerstown and Alliance Church of Mars Goals: “To attend college on a sports scholarship, major undetermined.” School, grade: Quaker Valley High School, 11 Parents: Michelle and Douglas Gregory Academic achievements: National Honors Society, Distinguished Honor Roll School activities: Mentoring, QV Girls Basketball Community contributions: Helped children learn about God in a program called AWANA at the Corry Alliance Church, participated in a mission trip to New Orleans, volunteer for Vacation Bible School Goals: “Attend Edinboro University for secondary teaching in mathematics or possibly nursing.” 1510562 Congratulations to our students receiving Outstanding Young Citizen Awards w w w. s ew i c k l ey. o r g 412.741.2230 William Athol • Ian Carroll • Emily Mistick OUTSTANDING YOUNG CITIZEN NOMINEES Sunday, May 2, 2010 TRIB TOTAL MEDIA — 7 Justin P. Gregory William Gruber Alison Gusew Eric M. Guzak Alyson Haffner Stephen Hardy Lauren Harpst Elaine Hasek Robert P. Hasenbein II Maria Heintzinger James Heisler Chelsea Henderson School, grade: Quigley Catholic, 12 Parents: Lori and Boyd Gregory Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Perfect score at PJAS Regional Competeition, 4.0 GPA School activities: County Chorus, Dicesan Chrous, Lead in Musical, Mancini Award Nominee, Forensics team, Mock Trial Team, Chief Editor of School Newspaper Community contributions: “Turnaround Skit” Youth Ministry Participant, Youth Ministry Retreat Leader, Candidate for Eagle Scout Goals: “Attend University of Dayton and enter into the entrepreneur program before receiving J.D. from Notre Dame Law School.” School, grade: Avonworth High School, 12 Parents: Jim and Frances Harpst Academic achievements: National Honor Society, High Honor Roll, 1st at Regional TSA Competition for Prepared Presentation, School activities: PMEA District and Regional Chorus, National Choral Award, President of Student Council, Technology Student Association, musical, Model U.N. Community contributions: Chief Acolyte at St. Brendan’s Episcopal Church, Volunteer North Hills Community Outreach Food Bank Goals: “Pursuing a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering degree at Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, N.J.” School, grade: Mars Area High School, 12 Parents: Bill and Corinne Gruber Academic achievements: GPA 4.0+, High Honor Roll every year in high school, National Honor Society, National Society of High School Scholars School activities: Future Business Leaders of America, REACH Club, Spanish Club, Varsity Baseball letter winner Community contributions: Volunteered at West Penn Hospital (156 hours), Volunteered as a counselor for “Together for Retarded Youth” Camp Goals: “Upon graduating high school, I intend on pursuing a business related major at Penn State University — University Park (Smeal College of Business).” School, grade: Mars Area High School, 12 Parents: MaryAnn and David Hasek Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Academic Excellence Award, Highest Honor Roll School activities: German Club Treasurer, Interact Club Secretary, 3-year letter Basketball (Varsity) Powder Puff Football Captain Community contributions: Butler County Leaders of Tomorrow, Volunteer Vacation Bible School Leader, Mission Trips, Volunteer Upward Basketball Referee, Little Dribbler Helper Goals: “Attend Waynesburg University to Major in Secondary Education Mathematics. Pursue a Career in Coaching Basketball.” School, grade: Northgate High School, 12 Parents: Jack and Barb Gusew Academic achievements: National Honors Society, Honor Roll. School activities: National Art Honor Society, Student Council Community contributions: Volunteer for Special Olympics, Bible School Goals: “ Attend Malone University and major in Art Education” School, grade: North Hills Senior High, 12 Parents: Robert and Cheryl Hasenbein Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Highest Honor — since 9th Grade, Top 15% of Senior Class, Technology Department Award School activities: President of Technology Students Association (TSA), Future Teachers of America Community contributions: Senior Patrol Leader and Junior Assistant Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 368. Junior Leader Training Camp, SCUBA certified, Alter Server. Goals: “Become Eagle Scout, attend college and to live life to it’s fullest.” School, grade: Mars Area High School, 11 Parents: Gary and Joanne Guzak Academic achievements: 4.3 GPA, Class Rank — 15th in class, National Honor Society School activities: Varsity Football, Varsity Basketball, Baseball, Intramural Volleyball Community contributions: Toys for Tots — collect, sort, distribute toys, Red Octupus — Help children with disabilities play sports, Lupus Foundation, Mars Apple Fest Goals: “Four years Predental, Dental School — specialize in Orthodontics.” School, grade: Mars Area High School, 10 Parents: David and Paula Heintzinger Academic achievements: High Honor Roll; 4.0 GPA School activities: Key Club Treasurer; Ski Club Community contributions: St. John’s elderly home volunteer; babysitting; piano Goals: “Study Fashion, Journalism and broadcast” School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10 Parents: Dave and Sandy Haffner Academic achievements: 4.3 GPA, ranked second in class, President of the National Junior Honor Society, Silver medalist in National Spanish Exam, Distinguished Achievement Award Winner School activities: Junior Academy of Science participant, National Young Leaders State Conference, Student Council Community contributions: KidsQuest leader at Orchard Hill Church, Animal Friends Goals: “I would like to study child psychology in college and become a school psychologist focusing on special needs students” School, grade: Aquinas Academy, 11 Parents: Peter & Liz Heisler Academic achievements: High Honor Roll; National Latin Award School activities: Math Counts participant; Shakespeare Competition participant; Varsity Soccer and Basketball Community contributions: Appalachia mission trip; 1st and 2nd grade soccer coach; Altar server; Middle school science tutor Goals: "To go to Heaven; attend the University of Pittsburgh Honors Program ROTC and Medical Program. I would like to enter either the medical or engineering field." School, grade: North Hills, 10 Parents: Beth and Steve Hardy Academic achievements: Highest Honors — 4.1 GPA, Member of National Society of High School Scholars, John Hopkins CTY Talent Search State Award for High Honors School activities: Latin Club, Vice President of Science Club, Co-Director of Film Club, Student Council Representative Pennsylvania Junior League Community contributions: Seven years altar server at my local church, volunteer at the nursing home that employs my father Goals: “I want to become a General Practice or Internal Medicine Physician. I wish to attend Penn State or the University of Pittsburgh.” School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 12 Parents: Brad and Beth Henderson Academic achievements: 4.3 GPA; National Honor Society; High Honor Roll; Gold Medal winner National Latin Exam Scholar Athlete award winner School activities: Varsity Soccer Community contributions: Haiti earthquake relief fundraiser; Mission team serving children of Haiti; Surf City volunteer Goals: "I plan to attend the University of Pittsburgh to study pharmacy. After getting my degree, I would love to continue my mission work in Haiti by using my skills and resources as a pharmacist to help the Haitian people." M Ma rs ar s A Ar re ea a S Sc ch ho oo o ll D D ii s s tt r r ii c c tt Congratulates the Outstanding Young Citizens of 2010! Kara Angeletti • Luke Barbour • Mikal Daskivich • Tyler Dean • Meghan Diefenbacher • Vanessa Dufford Heather Foltz • Nicole Ford • Randi Francis • William Gruber • Eric Guzak • Elaine Hasek • Maria Heintzinger Meghan Kelly • Lauren Kingsley • Kathleen Kraus • Ivy Kuhrman • Melissa Marshall • Dylan McNany • Roberta Mettus Megan Morrow • Jack Muehlheuser • Tyler Odom • Laura Pappas • Elizabeth Parsons • Maura Randolph • Audra Sitterly Nicole Soose • Timothy Vandall • Kaela Wnorowski Wa y T o G o ! 1503887 OUTSTANDING YOUNG CITIZEN NOMINEES 8 — TRIB TOTAL MEDIA Ashley Hoydich Rachel Hursen Rachel Johnson Meghan Kelly School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 12 Parents: Cathy & Paul Hoydich Academic achievements: 4.2 GPA; High Honor Roll; Youth Advocacy Leader School activities: Competition Squad Cheerleader Community contributions: Jeffery Primary School volunteer Goals: “Attend college. and possibly explore psychology.” School, grade: Aquinas Academy, 12 Parents: Thomas and Martha Hursen Academic achievements: Recipient of 4 year full academic scholarship to Seton Hill University; Recipient of Philosophy departmental award School activities: Co-editor of Aquinas Newspaper; Editor of Aquinas Literary Magazine; Community Service Club Community contributions: Organized snow shoveling charity event after the Blizzard of 2010 Goals: “Major in Journalism at Seton Hill.” Joseph Jackson School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 9 Parents: Daniel and Sylvia Johnson Academic achievements: Consistent 4.0 GPA, Enrolled in the GATE (Gifted And Talented Education) Program, Enrolled in all Honors classes School activities: Chosen to be in the PMEA Jr. District I Chorus, Played a role in “South Pacific” last year, Performed twice in “The Nutcracker” with Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Community contributions: Involved in peer mentoring with theYouth Advocacy League, participated in the 30hour famine Goals: “Right now I will keep my options open and focus on doing the best I can each day.” School, grade: Mars Area High School, 11 Parents: Betsy and Howard Kelly Academic achievements: 4.2 GPA, Highest Honors, Ranked top 6% of class. School activities: Class Council, Student Council, Varsity Soccer and Basketball. Community contributions: Youth Group, Mission trips, Assisted elementary students with Breakneck Creek water quality testing, Goalkeeper training assistant, Basketball camp coach Goals: “Attend college to study Education.” Lauren Kingsley John B. Klocko Chelsee Kosanovich Kathleen Kraus Leah A. Kuhn School, grade: North Catholic High School, 12 Parents: John and Joanne Klocko Academic achievements: AP Scholar; Honor Roll; National Honor Society; North Catholic Marianist Award School activities: Student Gov. member; President of North Catholic Leadership team; North Catholic “Voice of Choice” Broadcaster Community contributions: Undercliff Volunteer Fire Company, Shaler township; St. Bonaventure Parish volunteer Goals: “Major in Communications/ Broadcasting; minor in Communications, Secondary Education.” School, grade: Quaker Valley High School, 11 Parents: Rodney and Donna Kosanovich Academic achievements: High Honor Roll, National Honor Society, Strings North School activities: Musical, Cross Country, Track and Field, contributor to school newspaper, “The Quaker Quill” Community contributions: Volunteer at Sewickley Public Library for children’s reading camp Goals: “I wish to go into communications and/or Education. I also plan to someday open up a bakery where I can express my passion for cooking and art.” School, grade: Mars Area High School, 11 Parents: John and Rebecca Kraus Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll, Top 6% of class. School activities: Spanish Club, Student Council, Class Council. Community contributions: St. Killian youth group member, Two years of (summer) Catholic Heart Work Camp (missionary work), Love Walk for the Poor, Vacation Bible School helper. Goals: “Upon graduating high school, I plan to attend a large university with an undecided major.” School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 11 Parents: Mark W. and Marianne Kuhn Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Hight Honor Roll, Rotary-Gateway Teen Leadership Institute. School activities: Key Club, Ecology Club, Shaler Area Girls Varsity Volleyball team Community contributions: PACC — Helping Hands volunteer, UPMC St. Margaret’s Hospital Volunteer, St. Bonaventure Parish Vacation Bible School Volunteer, North Pittsburgh Varsity Volleyball Club, St. Joseph Parish Vacation Bible School Volunteer. Goals: “Upon graduation will attend college with a concentration in science.” Jae-Eun Kim School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 12 Parents: Jin Wuk and Hyung Kim Academic achievements: Top ten percent, Highest Honor Achievement, School perfect attendence, Japanese National Honor Society, National Honor Society, PMEA Honors — Districts and Regionals, Gifted And Talented Education Program, AP Classes School activities: School Orchestra, Office aide, Three Rivers Young People’s Orchestra Community contributions: AGH Hospital Junior Volunteer, Give cello lessons to children, church work Goals: “I plan to attend Carnegie Mellon University and study international relations.” Ivy Kuhrman School, grade: Mars Area High School, 10 Parents: Paul Kuhrman and Judy Spak Academic achievements: 4.0 GPA consistently, AP and Advanced Courses, Honor Roll, Perfect Attendance Acknowledgement School activities: School Orchestra (violin), Key Club, French Club, Art Club Community contributions: American Field Service, Kiva Loan, Butler County Leaders of Tomorrow nomination Goals: “I wish to study history and world languages in college in preparation for a career in a museum or archaeological sites.” Shaler S h a l e r Area A r e a High H i g h School School CONGRATULATES Our Outstanding Young Citizens 1503883 School, grade: Mars Area High School, 12 Parents: Michelle and Andrew Kingsley Academic achievements: Honor roll four years in a row School activities: Student Council, REACH, Volunteer in the life skills room two periods a day, Chorus women ensemble Community contributions: Volunteer at North Pittsburgh Dance Academy, babysit children two day a week after school and on the weekend Goals: “To go to college majoring in education and minoring in special education. Eventually I want to work with children with autism or down’s syndrome.” School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 11 Parents: Kevin and Nancy Jackson Academic achievements: Consistent High Honors each quarter, Academic Achievement Award, Gifted Individual Education Program member. School activities: Varsity football team, varsity wrestling team, school nurse aide. Community contributions: Volunteer Sharpsburg Guyasuta Festival — Kids Day, Volunteer Breast Cancer Fundraisers Goals: “Upon graduating from high school, I would like to attend college to prepare for a career in buiness.” Sunday, May 2, 2010 OUTSTANDING YOUNG CITIZEN NOMINEES Sunday, May 2, 2010 Alex Kulwik School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 11 Parents: Barb Kulwik and Paul Kulwik Academic achievements: Highest Honor Roll, National Spanish Honors Society, President’s Award for Academic Excellence, GATE, Perfect Attendance School activities: Varsity Boys Volleyball, Varsity Boys Soccer Community contributions: Volunteer at Ross Township Police Department Goals: “Following graduation I plan to pursue a degree in mechanical engineering. I would like to achieve this at Penn State University.” Jenna Lanz School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11 Parents: Susan Manzi and James Lanz Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society President, GPA 4.3, Honors and AP Scholar School activities: Student Council Cabinet Head, Key Club Committee Chair, High school musicals, High school chorus Community contributions: St. Alphonsus Church cantor, performer at Act One Theatre School, Pittsburgh Irish and Classical Theatre and Prime Stage Theatre, Theatre performances for charity Goals: “I wish to major in theatre in college and pursue a career in performing arts.” Aaron Kuntz School, grade: Quigley Catholic High School, 12 Parents: Dr. Andrew Kuntz and Dr. Kathleen Allen Academic achievements: National Forensic League Academic All-American, holds National Forensic League Premier Distinction Degree, Co-Captain Mock Trial, Speech and Debate Teams, National Honor Society president School activities: Beaver County All County Choir, Choir, Show Choir, Newspaper Staff. Community contributions: St. Michael’s College Book Award for Scholarship and Service, Keystone Boys State, student mentor/tutor Goals: “Plan to attend Youngstown State University and Northeastern Ohio University’s College of Medicine combined BS/MD program.” Dominique Leone School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 12 Parents: Dominic and Connie Leone Academic achievements: Senior Project — Knowledge of Emergency Medical Services, Facilitated a weekly theme-based curriculum for Shaler Preschool School activities: Softball, Cheerleading, Gymnastics Community contributions: Certified as a First Responder in CPR and AED by UPMC and the American Red Cross, Volunteer: Shaler Emergency Medical Services, Special Olympics, Presents for Patients, W.PA School for Blind Children Goals: “To become a Life Flight Nurse, attending CCAC Nursing Program and then planning to attend University of Pittsburgh.” Andra Labanc School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 9 Parents: Timothy and Margarite Labanc Academic achievements: Consistent 4.0 GPA, Highest Honor Student. School activities: Youth Advocacy League — working on a student art/poetry magazine, member of Shaler’s Mpowerment, Teens Against Tobacco Use Community contributions: St. Bonaventure’s Youth Choir, sings National Anthem at Reesville War Memorial Goals: “I plan to attend Penn State University and receive my master’s degree in secondary education in addition to a bachelor’s degree in American History. After college I hope to become a 9th grade History teacher.” Alexa Little School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 11 Parents: Adrienne and Steve Little Academic achievements: Linguistics Olympiad: Best Solution Nationwide, Problem C, AIU Apprensticeship in International Affairs, Japanese National Honor Society, board member School activities: Varsity letters in track & cross country. Community contributions: YFU Japan-America Friendship Scholarship winner (6 week study abroad in Japan) Goals: “My goal is to become a diplomat and achieve fluency in Japanaese, Hindustani, Arabic, Russian and Farsi. I hope to start a world affairs club at my school and attend the Junior Statesmen Summer School at Georgetown this summer.” Tanna Lammers School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11 Parents: Sharyn TrickettLammers and Don Lammers Academic achievements: AFJROTC Tuskegee Airmen Award for leadership School activities: Girls Tennis, Track & Field Community contributions: West Penn Hospital volunteer, Volunteer for the Transcultural Adoption Support Group Goals: “Attend Kent State for my fashion and business degree. I plan to have my own fashion line and day spa. I would like to go back to Cambodia (home country) to mentor and support them.” Alicia Makepeace School, grade: Quaker Valley Senior High School, 12 Parents: Tonya Ford and Glenn Ford Academic achievements: Distinguished Honor Roll, National Honor Society School activities: Teacher’s assistant for freshman chemistry course, Exploring Engineering at the University of Maryland Community Contributions: Volunteered at Sewickley Public Library, taught dances for the first grade musical at Edgeworth, work at the Sewickley YMCA. Goals: “I wish to attend a liberal arts college for four years while majoring in chemistry, obtain my master’s and PhD in chemistry and teach at the college level.” TRIB TOTAL MEDIA — Clare Lamperski Leah Langhans Mary Mallampalli Haleigh Mangieri School, grade: North Catholic High School, 11 Parents: Brendan and Susan Lamperski Academic achievements: High Honor Roll; National Honor Society School activities: Leadership Team; International marketing; play director and actress; LaRoche Scholar Program; Triple Crown Award for Drama Community contributions: Three-year UPMC Passavant volunteer; Organized Haiti Relief Drive; Campus Ministry; Maranist L.I.F.E. Program Goals: “Major in history and pursue a career in law and politics; I would also like to volunteer for the Peace Corp.” School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 12 Parents: Rama and Anne Mallampalli Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Quill and Scroll Society. School activities: Four years of journalism, four years of orchestra, three years on Student Council, three years large group speech, Varsity Tennis, four years of cross country. Community contributions: 268 hours of volunteering at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa Youth Humanitarian Award Goals: “I plan to attend Penn State University and major in biology and Spanish. After that, medical school.” 9 School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10 Parents: Mark and Sherri Langhans Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society Officer, All-Academic Scholar Athlete School activities: Varsity Soccer, Varsity Track, Student Council, Key Club, Yearbook, member of U16 FC Pittsburgh soccer team Community contributions: Saint John and Paul Altar Server, Volunteer at Northland Library and Cumberland Crossing nursing home Goals: “Attend a four-year university and major in Hotel or Business management.” School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11 Parents: Richard and Christine Mangieri Academic achievements: Maintains personal best QPA School activities: Advanced choir, NA Cheerleading, singing Community contributions: Assists special education reading, taught vacation bible school, coached cheerleading camps for NA and Tigerpride, appeared in numerous shows at Ingomar Methodist Church, shadowed nurses in the GI unit at UPMC Goals: “Attend a four- to sixyear college to major in the medical field or performing arts but also has future dreams to better the lives of special needs children.” AVONWORTH SCHOOL DISTRICT Recognizes Our 2010 Outstanding Young Citizens Nominees Lauren Harpst • Chelsea Stewart • Amy Templin GOOD LUCK! 1509161 regular-season game at The Pens played their last 10. 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Order your commemorative front page poster today! plus tax, s/h OUTSTANDING YOUNG CITIZEN NOMINEES Sunday, May 2, 2010 Melissa Marshall School, grade: Mars Area High School, 11 Parents: Rick and Gloria Marshall Academic achievements: 4.2 GPA, ranked #9 in class, National Honor Society, High Honor Roll, National Federation of Music Club superior piano rating School activities: Cheerleading spirit award, member of class council, STAND club and REACH club, all-school musicals, chorus Community contributions: Volunteer at local Foodbank, third grade Sunday School teacher, church mission trips, water protection program Goals: “Upon graduating high school, I wish to study medicine and become a physician.” Matt McGee Amber M. Martin School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 9 Parents: Jeff and Barbara Martin Academic achievements: Highest honor roll every nine weeks School activities: All Star Chorus — sang at PNC Park, plays guitar and sings, has been playing guitar for three years at school Community contributions: Yellow Ribbon Girls for Senator Orie, collected non-perishable foods for soldiers in Iraq, babysits Goals: “Architectural drafting and design or biology/life science.” Kathleen McGuire School, grade: Seneca Valley I.H.S. 10 Parents: Dave and Connie McGee Academic achievements: High or highest honor roll every semester, Honors curriculum, chosen by teachers for Olweus bully prevention program, Awarded the President’s Award for Educational Excellence. School Activities: Lacrosse team, wrestling team, track, ski club Community contributions: community youth soccer referee Goals: “I wish to attend a four-year college and major in business. Colleges of choice would be Penn State or North Carolina.” School, grade: North Catholic High School, 10 Parents: Nina LaScola and Jack McGuire Academic achievements: Three honors classes, National Honor Society, maintains a 93 percent average. School activities: Leadership team, elected Student Government treasurer, volleyball, stage crew, volunteered for the Christmas on campuses Community contributions: Lector at my parish, volunteer at church activities such as fish fry’s and festivals, alter server before becoming a lector. Goals: “Maintain my grades and move into AP Classes my junior and senior years. Perform more volunteer work. Go to college and law school to become an attorney.” Jessi Mazzoni School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11 Parents: Nancy and John Mazzoni Academic achievements: Member of National Junior Honor Society, Honor Roll, President’s Award for Educational Excellence School activities: Member/treasurer for 4H group, Varsity letter winner for both track and cross country. Community contributions: Planned and carried out a local food drive for the NorthWay Food Pantry, participated in a mission trip to New Orleans Goals: “I am planning on majoring in biology or social sciences because I would like to help underpriviledged people who do not have the means to help themselves.” Danny McMurry School, grade: PineRichland High School, 9 Parents: Steve and Heidi McMurry Academic achievements: Merit Scholar, Principal’s Award for academic achievement principal’s advisory committee, highest honor roll School activities: Key Club member, Student Government member, Social Committee Community contributions: Volunteer at Vincentian Home Wheelchair dances, junior leader for summer faith formation at St. John and St. Paul Churches Goals: “ I plan on studying history in order to become a history professor. After college, first I would like to serve my country either through the military, American Red Cross, or the Peace Corps.” TRIB TOTAL MEDIA — 11 Mericka McCabe Meredith McCue Haley McDonald Dylan J. McNany Victoria Meglio Melina Mermigas School, grade: Quaker Valley High School, 9 Parents: Rick and Alexandra McCabe Academic achievements: Consistent Distinguished Honor Roll, current cumulative GPA of 4.13, participated in Robert Morris Science Bowl School activities: Participate in Student Council, French Club, High school musical, yearbook, Battle of the Books Community contributions: Volunteers for World Vision with French Club, was involved in planting trees in Ambridge Industrial Park Goals: “Attend college and study foreign languages and environmental law. I would also like to be on a college fencing team.” School, grade: Mars Area High School, 12 Parents: Brian and Cindy McNany Academic achievements: GPA 4.2; National Honor Society; Top 10% of Class; United States Achievement Scholarship Foundation recipient School activities: Mars Soccer Team; Captain of Bowling Team Jr. and Sr. year; Class Council Community contributions: Coached recreational soccer team; Volunteered at local food pantry; Volunteered for “The Spirit of Christmas” and in a program for at-risk children through St. Paul’s Church Goals: “Bioengineering major; Medical School — MD in Radiology” School, grade: Aquinas Academy, 11 Parents: Tom and Melissa McCue Academic achievements: 4.25 GPA, AP student, High Honors every quarter, National Latin Exam School activities: Field hockey, yearbook, choir Community contributions: Plays violin at church, senior connection, Service projects: Wheelchair squaredancing and painting ceiling tiles at St. John’s Specialty Care Center. Goals: “Study Math/statistics and history in college.” School, grade: Hampton High School, 10 Parents: Becky Wagner/ William Meglio Academic achievements: Honor Roll; National Latin Honor Society School activities: Future Business Leaders of America; Leadership Team; Hampton Varsity Volleyball team Community contributions: Pittsburgh Magic Volleyball captain; Bronze and Silver awards in Girl Scouts; day camp unit aide; St. Mary CCD teacher’s aide; People To People nominee Goals: “I wish to major in either sports medicine or psychology, while playing volleyball.” School, grade: Hampton High School, 11 Parents: Diane and David McDonald Academic achievements: 3.7 Honor Student, Chatham University National Women in Sports Athlete School activities: Captain Varsity Scoccer, WPIAL AllSection, Varsity Softball letterman and coaches’ MVP, FBLA Family Links Projects Community contributions: Achiever’s Club Elementary Tutor, Volunteer Soccer Coach, Organize annual Food Bank Collections, Organize annual clothing and wish list drives for Animal Friends Goals: “To attend a four-year university and major in architecture or math while playing soccer.” School, grade: North Allegheny Inermediate High School, 11 Parents: James and Judith Mermigas Academic achievements: Honor Roll; 4.3 GPA School activities: Vice president of National Junior Honor Society; Key Club and Student Council; Scholar athlete, placed third in analytical Chemist Society essay contest Community contributions: Vice president of Greek Orthodox Youth Association at St. Nicholas Cathedral; CleanUp Oakland 2008 and 2009; Hearth babysitting Goals: “Go to college and earn a degree in a sciencerelated field.” 1503846 Pine-Richland School District Wishes all Outstanding Young Citizens Best of Luck! Cameron Barnes • Caitlin Collins • Katie Georgiadis • Danny McMurry • Katrina Morgan • Scott Simpson • Hannah Todorowski OUTSTANDING YOUNG CITIZEN NOMINEES 12 — TRIB TOTAL MEDIA Sunday, May 2, 2010 Aubrey Miller Jordan Mitrik Shayla Mitrik Katrina M. Morgan School, grade: Mars Area High School, 11 Parents: Susan and Ron Mettus Academic achievements: National Honor Society; Highest Honor Roll School activities: Spanish Club; Class Council secretary; Student Council; various AP courses Community contributions: Bakerstown Presbyterian Church’s Honduras medical mission trip; vacation bible school; Adams Township Community Days volunteer; work crew at Summer’s Best 2 Weeks Goals: “I plan to study exercise science and then pursue a career in one of the related medical fields.” School, grade: Aquinas Academy, 10 Parents: Chris and Althea Miller Academic achievements: Daniel Ryan McKeating Crusader Award; Magna Cum Laude (Honor Roll) every quarter; President’s Education Award; Latin Award School activities: Crew; Vivat Vita — Pro-Life Club Community contributions: Altar serving at St. Richard Church; part-time babysitter Goals: “I plan to study medicine in college.” Emily Mistick School, grade: North Catholic High School, 10 Parents: Ronald and Candice Mitrik Academic achievements: GPA 4.15; High Honor; Extra Honor Roll; top fifth of class School activities: Student Government vice president; first place winner of the University of Pittsburgh Innovation Design competition Community contributions: Member of Second Mile Leadership Group; North Catholic student ambassador; Pittsburgh Junior Olympics Volleyball Club player; S.T.O.P. Conference member Goals: “I plan to go to college and to continue to volunteer and always strive to be a good leader.” School, grade: North Catholic High School, 12 Parents: Ronald and Candice Mitrik Academic achievements: National Honor Society; High Honor Roll; George Eastman Leadership Award School activities: Student Government vice president; Leadership team president; School Musicals; L.I.F.E.; Chamber Singers; Varsity Volleyball Team captain Community contributions: Organized initiative for CPR training in Pittsburgh area Goals: “I plan on attending college in the area of nursing but at the moment, I am undecided.” Megan Morrow Jack Muehlheuser Natalie Nash Andrew Neil Nichole Newman Matthew Nites School, grade: Mars Area High School, 12 Parents: Clay and Karen Morrow Academic achievements: High Honor Roll; AP classes; 4.1 GPA School activities: Lettered in Girls Golf; Class Council; Water Protection; Art Club; Bible Club; Interact Club Community contributions: Girl Scout (helped plan events and teach younger scouts); Won Silver Award and Leadership Award Goals: “I am going to West Liberty University to major in Dental Hygiene and want to join the Peace Corps or similar program after college.” School, grade: Mars Area High School, 10 Parents: Kurt and Shawn Muehlheuser Academic achievements: 4.0 GPA; 1st in class; National Youth Leaders State Conference participant School activities: Captain of Swim Team; Class Council; REACH committee Community contributions: St. Killian Parish Youth Group; Pine-Richland swim instructor; Treesdale Country Club Teen Social Committee; Lifeguard and volunteer at Treesdale community center Goals: “I wish to attend business school upon graduation of high school and to become a finance major.” School, grade: Sewickley Academy, 11 Parents: Tom and Amy Mistick Academic achievements: Highest Honors School activities: Varsity field hockey; Varsity softball; harp ensemble and soloist; history journal editor; French and Italian Club president; TGT Club field hockey; student ambassador; Student Council representative Community contributions: Volunteer Camp Rainbow Gold Children’s Oncology Camp; Volunteer Wood River Animal Shelter; volunteer at Hailey Farmers Market Goals: “Attend college; graduate; travel the world and pursue a career in biology or physical science.” School, grade: Vincentian Academy, 10 Parents: Richard and Audrey Nash Academic achievements: 5.4 GPA; High Honor Roll; Mind Heart and Soul Winner; PA Jr. Academy of Science; Pittsburgh Regional Science & Engineering Fair; Bechtel Plant Machinery Award; Society of Women Engineers Award School activities: Forensics; Musical Theater; cross-country Community contributions: St. Mary’s Parish Volunteer; CCD teacher and Summer Bible School volunteer Goals: “I intend to continue volunteer work through UPMC Passavant Hospital and my parish. I also plan to attend college in the computer, science or medical field.” School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 11 Parents: John and Cindy Neil Academic achievements: National Honor Society; Highest Honor Roll; Latin National Honor Society School activities: People To People ambassador; Kiwanis Key Club; Youth Advocacy League; PA Junior Classical League; Advanced Jazz Band Community contributions: Organized and collected more than 1,000 supplies for U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan; organized and collected shoeboxes full of school supplies for children through Samaritan’s Purse Goals: “I would like to attend a local university and obtain a dual majors in physics and mechanical engineering.” School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High, 11 Parents: Ron and Jan Newman Academic achievements: Honor Roll School activities: Shadowed a UPMC nurse in 10th grade; also shadowed a physical therapist in 11th grade Community contributions: Volunteered at Animal Friends, Woods Chiropratic Center and in the community with the elderly; also worked with children at New Community Church in Wexford Goals: “I plan on attending college and working in the medical field or with special needs individuals.” School, grade: Pine Richland High School, 12 Parents: Matt and Sue Morgan Academic achievements: High Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Science Award; Child Development Award; Social Science Award School activities: High School Orchestra; Student Representative/President, Vice President of Best Buddies Community contributions: Girl Scout Gold Award; Dominican Republic Medical Mission; Clothing drive for Haitians and Dominicans; Health South Rehabilitation Hospital volunteer Goals: “Attend Furman University, Greenville, S.C., and major in Biology, Biochemistry. Future career in medicine possibly as a surgeon.” School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 11 Parents: John and Lisa Nites Academic achievements: National Honor Society; Japanese National Honor Society; Highest Honor Roll School activities: Second Place in regional high school Japanese speech contest at the University of Pittsburgh; youth advocacy — Essence of Leadership Award; Key Club International Community contributions: Shaler, North Hills Library volunteer, Vincentian Nursing Home volunteer; mentor/tutor middle school students through Southwestern PA mentoring program; Rotary teen Goals: “I plan to go to college and pursue a degree in engineering or achitecture.” CONGRATULATIONS to all of our 2010 Outstanding Young Citizens! 1518642 Roberta Mettus OUTSTANDING YOUNG CITIZEN NOMINEES Michael Nites School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 12 Parents: John and Lisa Nites Academic achievements: National Honor Society; Highest Honor Roll, ranked first in class; underclass academic awards; AP Scholar with Distinction School activities: First place in regional high school Japanese speech contest at the University of Pittsburgh; Key Club International Community contributions: Shaler, North Hills Library volunteer; webmaster of AP Japanese Website Goals: “Pursue a dual degree in economics and engineering while continuing Japanese language studies with the intent on becoming an international corporate lawyer.” Nia Parillo School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High, 11 Parents: Steve Parillo and Stacey Parillo Academic achievements: Certificate of membership for National Junior Honor society of Secondary Schools School activities: James R. Wall Humanitarian finalist; President’s Education Awards Program; Outstanding Leadership student Community contributions: Cystic Fibrosis Walk for the Cure; play softball for Ingomar Franklin Park Athletic Association Goals: “Attend college and hopefully pusue a career in engineering or psychology, while keeping up my passion for music and singing.” Megan O’Connor School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 11 Parents: Rick and Donna O’Connor Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Academic Highest Honor Roll, 4.3 GPA, Honors/AP classes School activities: Student Government, Key Club, Marching band, Future Physicians of America Community contributions: Member and CCD aide at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, dance classes Goals: “Attend a college in Pittsburgh to become a nurse.” Elizabeth Parsons School, grade: Mars Area High School, 10 Parents: Dale and Robin Parsons Academic achievements: Highest Honor Roll, PA General Assembly House of Representatives Achievement Award, chosen for Westinghouse's Introduce a Girl to Engineering program and N-Vision Student Workshop School activities: Peer tutor, Homeroom Representative for class council, two-time Cross Country letter winner Community contributions: Volunteer staff member at summer camp: Christian Recreation program, Member of Visiting Nurses Assoc. Hospice Junior Auxiliary Goals: "I plan to graduate high school and attend college." Tyler Odom School, grade: Mars Area High School, 11 Parents: Rob and Heidi Odom Academic achievements: 4.2 GPA; High Honor Roll; ranked third in class School activities: U.S. Achievement Academy Community contributions: Butler VA Hospital volunteer; Christ Church at Grove Farm volunteer; currently serving as a Congressional page in Washington, D.C., Rotary short-term exchange to Madrid (July/August 2009) Goals: “After graduation, my goal is to attend one of our country’s service academies, preferably West Point.” Amanda Platt School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High, 12 Parents: David and Donna Platt Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Japanese Honor Society School activities: MPowerment, S.A.D.D., Track & Field, Teens Against Tobacco Use, Japanese Club, 3rd Place in Japanese Speech Contest at Pitt Community contributions: Church Youth Group, presented to 2nd and 4th graders facts and dangers of tobacco use, STOP convention, Mission Trip to West Virginia and Millvale Goals: "I am attending Clarion University of Pennsylvania to major in secondary education, social studies and probably minor in English." TRIB TOTAL MEDIA — 13 Margaret Omecene Savannah Paladin Laura Pappas School, grade: Northgate High School, 10 Parents: Gary and Donna Paladin Academic achievements: High Honor Roll every semester School activities: Student Council; vice president 10th grade; scholar athlete for each sport season; varsity squads for cross-country, basketball and track, freshman and sophomore years Community contributions: Play guitar on the worship team for Hosanna Church in Brighton Heights and teach Sunday School Goals: “I plan to attend college for physical therapy and play basketball; I hope to someday coach.” School, grade: Mars Area High School, 10 Parents: Brian and Nancy Pappas Academic achievements: 4.0 GPA; High Honor Roll; ranked 11th in class School activities: Member of Colorguard, Key Club; REACH and Winterguard Community contributions: Operation Christmas Child; Food Cupboard; Special Olympics; Girl Scouts; member of community softball team Goals: “I hope to attend college to pursue a career in medicine” Alicia Pottmeyer Megan Prybyl Katie Puwalowski School, grade: Hampton High School, 10 Parents: Robert and Sheila Omecene Academic achievements: Cum Laude Latin National Test School activities: Drama Club; newspaper staff; musical; Point Park advertising competition winner; class council; varsity swim team; Spanish Club; Latin Club; chorus; sophomore class secretary Community contributions: American Red Cross lifeguard; teach CCD to fifth-grade class; St Mary cantor and lector; teach forensics to St. Mary’s team Goals: “I hope to attend college and major in journalism.” School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High, 12 Parents: Jerry and Carla Pottmeyer Academic achievements: National Honor Society, High Honor Roll, Presidential Achievement Award, Scholar Athlete, National Honor Roll School activities: North Allegheny Basketball Association, student council, PASC workshop presenter Community contributions: Family Resources Retreat Center Volunteer, North Hills Passavant Hospital Volunteer, UPMC Passavant Hospital Volunteer Service Award Goals: "Plan on pursuing a Biology major at Carnegie Mellon, then attending medical school to become a pediatrician." School, grade: North Catholic, 10 Parents: Mark Prybyl and Eileen Minnock Academic achievements: 4.0 GPA; High Honors; 4th in class School activities: Student Government Secretary; NOAH’s Leadership program Community contributions: Medical mission trip to Mexico; Parish volunteer, community service hours Goals: “I plan to go to college and become a nurse midwife, I will use these skills to go on future mission trips.” Congratulations to Northgate’s Outstanding Young Citizens for 2010! Northgate Middle/High School 589 Union Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15202 School, grade: North Catholic High School, 11 Parents: Walter Puwalowski Academic achievements: Honors Student School activities: North Catholic Leadership Team; Forensics Team; French Club; Stage Crew Community contributions: UPMC Passavant Hospital volunteer Goals: “I hope to pursue a career in animation.” 1503880 Sunday, May 2, 2010 Maura Randolph Noella Richman School, grade: Mars Area High School, 10 Parents: Allan & Mary Randolph Academic achievements: 4.2 GPA; University of Pittsburgh 2009 Chemistry Olympics; Highest Honors; all Honors classes; 6th in class; Westinghouse Introduction of Women to Engineering Workshop School activities: Volleyball; Ski Club; Guitar Club; Travel Abroad to Spain Community contributions: Youth Volleyball Camp Instructor; Goals: “Acceptance into Penn State University’s Women in Engineering Scholarship program.” School, grade: Quaker Valley High School, 12 Parents: Melanie and Jorg Richman Academic achievements: National Honor Society; Key Club; Harvard Boot Award School activities: Mentor for Middle School Art Club, Studio Life; Volunteer research assistant; Student Athlete Council Member Community contributions: Co-founder of International Earthquake Relief; Local Women’s Shelter volunteer; UPMC Mercy/St. Elizabeth Hospital Volunteer Goals: “Study biological sciences and studio art; become doctor and work with doctor’s without borders.” James Silay Scott Simpson School, grade: Northgate High School, 12 Parents: William and Nancy Silay Academic achievements: 1st in class; 4.225 GPA; National Honor Society; Jack Bryce Award; Scholar Athlete Award School activities: Student Council; Mentor; Newspaper; Yearbook; SADD; National Art Honors Society; Varsity Swimming, Track & Cross Country Community contributions: Junior Rotarian; Avalon V.F.C. fish fry volunteer; Volley for the Cure; Lifeguard; Avalon Volunteer Fire Company Goals: “Attend Case Western Reserve University or Penn State-Main; degree in Biomedical Engineering.” School, grade: Pine Richland High School, 12 Parents: Gail & Rick Simpson Academic achieve- ments: High Honors Architecture Program; High School Residence Program; Sports Academic Award School activities: Art Club; lacrosse; TV Production; Best Buddies; Model U.N. Community contributions: Eagle Scout; Hampton Presbyterian Youth Group; Mission trips Mexico and New Orleans; Built outdoor learning pavilion; assist at Sunday School Goals: “Plan to study Architecture for a five year program graduating with a Master’s Degree.” Megan Rockey School, grade: Perry Traditional Academy, 11 Parents: Christine Rockey Academic achievements: Pittsburgh Scholars Program; School activities: Student Council Treasurer; Yearbook Jr. Editor; SADD President; Math League; Emerging Scholars Program at Clarion University; Choir, Drill Team, Fall Tapestry and Spring Musical Community contributions: Project REDD UP Goals: “My future plans are to attend a four-year college or university for Music Education. So I can become a high school music teacher where I can teach students not only to sing and play music but to love and appreciate it as well.” Audra Sitterly School, grade: Mars Area High School, 11 Parents: Carissa and Eric Sitterly Academic achievements: High Honor Roll; 5th in class; 4.2 GPA School activities: Sports Editor for Yearbook; Leaders of Tomorrow Community contributions: Leadership in the Community award; Catholic Heart Workcamp; Make a Difference Day; Red Octopus; Nursing home volunteer Goals: “Attend college to become an Occupational therapist.” Sunday, May 2, 2010 Michael Thomas Ryan Samantha Scholl Amanda Silay Erin N. Smith Shane Smith Bethany Snider School, grade: Quaker Valley High School, 12 Parents: Michael and Ann Ryan Academic achievements: 3.6 GPA; National Honor Society; High Honor Roll School activities: SADD; Peer Leadership; Track and Field; Spanish Club Community contributions: Founder and President of Soles to Heal, Inc; Nursing Home volunteer; Church Youth Group; Goals: “I plan to attend a university majoring in occupational therapy.” School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 11 Parents: Deborah and Peter Smith Academic achievements: AP Scholar; 4.0 GPA; High Honor Roll; LaRoche College Honors Drawing Student; French Honors Society; Art Honors Society School activities: Student Government; Key Club; Varsity Volleyball; Indoor & Outdoor Track; Homecoming Float Committee Community contributions: PA Connecting Communities volunteer; Animal Friends volunteer Goals: “Attend Penn State University Park and double major in Secondary Education – English and Art Education, become a high school teacher and volleyball coach.” School, grade: Quigley Catholic High School, 12 Parents: Patrick and Denise Scholl Academic achievements: High Honor Roll; PHSSL State Qualifier; NFL Degree of Distinction; Sister Carleen Lynch Peace and Justice Award School activities: Campus Ministry; Italian Club; Forensics; Musical; Cheerleading; Volleyball; Student Ambassador; Class Vice President Community contributions: March for Life; Habitat for Humanity; CORE volunteer for Life; American Heart Association Beaver/Butler County, Special Appeal Speaker Goals: “Child Development at University of Pitt; Become certified Child Life Specialist.” School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11 Parents: Steve and Sharon Smith Academic achievements: 4.0 GPA; High Honor Roll School activities: President and Founder of Computer Club; Westinghouse Science Honors Inst.; Andrews LEAP program; Community contributions: Carnegie Science Center volunteer; Computer programming and Robotics teacher at Peebles Elementary Goals: “After graduating high school, I plan on attending Carnegie Mellon University as a computer science major.” School, grade: Northgate High School, 12 Parents: William and Nancy Silay Academic achievements: 4th in class; National Honors Society; KDKA Extra Effort Award; Jack Bryce Award; Scholar Athlete; School activities: Student Council; HOBY; Mentor; National Art Honor Society; Cross Country; Volleyball, Swimming and Softball Community contributions: Junior Rotarian, Avalon V.F.C. fish fry volunteer; Volley for the Cure; Lifeguard; Avalon Softball; North Boroughs 5k volunteer Goals: “Attend Waynesburg University or Westminster College, major in Sports Broadcasting, and play volleyball.” School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 10 Parents: Rosemary and Joseph Snider Academic achievements: Japanese Honors Society; Patriot’s Pen Winner; Honor Student; 3.8 GPA School activities: Assisted Middle School Lacrosse Summer Camp Community contributions: Shaler Area Younglife Goals: “After high school, I plan on going to college and majoring in Japanese. I also want to play college lacrosse.” 1518640 OUTSTANDING YOUNG CITIZEN NOMINEES 14 — TRIB TOTAL MEDIA OUTSTANDING YOUNG CITIZEN NOMINEES Sunday, May 2, 2010 Allura So School, grade: Aquinas Academy, 11 Parents: Herman and Sherry So Academic achievements: Magna Cum Laude or Summa Cum Laude Honor Roll; Nominated as Carson Scholar; Cum Laude on National Latin Exam School activities: Member of Aquinas Academy Service Club; Member of Leaders Now International; Forensics; Journalism Community contributions: Active Volunteer at St. John’s Lutheran Specialty Care Center Goals: “After graduating from high school, I would like to major in business or pre-law and to do crew/rowing competitively.” Alexander T. Somerville School, grade: Northgate High School, 10 Parents: Thomas and Linda L. Somerville Academic achievements: High Honors; Northgate Gifted Program School activities: Member of Marching Band, Concert Band and Jazz Band; Musical Pit Band Community contributions: Youth band at church; Elementary School Chorus accompanist Goals: “In the future, I plan to attend the University of Pittsburgh studying in the field of engineering.” Jonathan Timcheck Hannah School, Todorowski grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11 Parents: Paul and Marianne Timcheck Academic achievements: 4.375 QPA; Future Business Leaders of America; Perfect 800 score on Math SAT School activities: 1st place Chain Reaction Contraption Contest; Founder of Computer Programming Club Community contributions: Volunteer at St. John Church; World Vision; writing psalms in calligraphy for Good Shepard Program Goals: “I hope to earn a Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science with a minor in Computer Science in order to gain a competitive edge in the business world.” School, grade: Pine Richland High School, 10 Parents: Diane and Michael Todorowaki Academic achievements: High Honor Roll; Lions Club Award; 3.8 GPA School activities: Pine Richland Caring Team member; Pine Richland Women’s Ensemble member Community contributions: Highmark Caring Place Junior Volunteer; Participant of Make a Difference Day; Religious class teacher, lector, cantor and altar server at St. Mary Church Goals: “I plan to graduate high school and attend a premed program at a school that suits me. I would then like to attend Pitt’s Medical School.” Nicole Soose School, grade: Mars Area High School, 11 Parents: Sandy Soose Academic achievements: 4.3 GPA; High Honor Roll School activities: REACH; Spanish Club Community Contributions: Volunteer for Red Octopus; Church Youth Group; Crew leader for Bible School Goals: “To attend college and major in physical therapy.” Joseph Tonzo School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11 Parents: Carla and Joe Tonzo Academic achievements: 3.8 GPA; Honors and Accelerated classes; Honor Roll School activities: Track and Football; Italian Club; Golden Strolling Strings Community contributions: Boy Scouts; Habitat for Humanity; volunteered at hospice facility Goals: “I plan on attending a 4-year college and major in an engineering field and/or music performance.” Chelsea Stewart School, grade: Avonworth High School, 11 Parents: Sue and Pat Stewart Academic achievements: High Honor Roll; Top 5% of Class; 3 United States Achievement Awards School activities: Avonworth Varsity Soccer Team; Class Officer; Involved in school musicals Community contributions: Volunteered at American Diabetes Assoc, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Children’s Hospital, American Cancer Society Goals: “I plan to obtain an undergraduate Bachelor of Science degree and a master’s degree in the science or medical field. I plan to use my degree in International mission work as well as continuing my work with non-profit organizations.” Benjamin Torisky School, grade: Quaker Valley High School, 10 Parents: Jesse and Tracy Torisky Academic achievements: Dean’s List; Rotary Club Student of the Month; High Honor Roll; President’s Education Awards Program; Outstanding Academic Achievement; Kiwanis Club of Sewickley Academic Excellence Award School activities: 2008 Friends of Quaker Valley Schools Community contributions: Co-host of McDonald’s Steelers Kidzone; Involved in Saltworks Theater Company and Quaker Valley Drama Club Goals: “I am looking forward to following my sister’s footsteps into a career in math and physics.” Amy Templin School, grade: Avonworth High School, 11 Parents: Eric and Diane Templin Academic achievements: First in class; AP Scholar; top Latin III Student; High Honor Roll; Science Bowl School activities: Class President; Latin Club President; Yearbook Editor; Student Council Representative; Math League Member; Newspaper Staff Community contributions: Sunday School Teacher; Volunteer tutor at Holy Family Institute; Scheduled mission trip to Haiti Goals: “Attend a 4-year liberal arts college to pursue a career in math education.” Angela Travato School, grade: North Catholic High School, 11 Parents: Jocelyn and Joe Bosick Academic achievements: High Honor Roll; #4 in class; School activities: Allegheny Intermediate Unit Apprenticeship in Acting; Class Vice President; French Club; Varsity Soccer; Spring Musical cast member Community contributions: Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Ambassador; Member St. Edwards parish Goals: “Upon graduating high school, I plan on studying acting and theatre while attending a four year liberal arts university.” TRIB TOTAL MEDIA — 15 Brianna Thompson School, grade: Vincentian Academy, 12 Parents: David and Carol Thompson Academic achievements: International Baccalaureate Diploma Candidate; National Honor Society; High Honor Roll; Westinghouse Science Honors Institute School activities: Field Hockey; Musical; SADD; Caring Team; Prom Committee; Academic World Quest Community contributions: Volunteer at Allegheny General Hospital and Jubilee Soup Kitchen; St. Lucy’s Joan of Arc Medal Recipient; Altar serving; dance Goals: “Upon graduating, I plan to major in Pharmacy and Spanish.” Anna Valliant School, grade: Hampton High School, 10 Parents: Gerri and Paula Valliant Academic achievements: High Honor Roll; National Latin Honors Society; School activities: Pennsylvania Music Educators Assoc. Honors Choir; Forensics Team; Latin Club Secretary; High School Musical; Student Council; Sophomore Vice President; Dance Community contributions: Greek Orthodox Youth of America Secretary; volunteer at Montana Blackfoot Native American Reservation Goals: “I would like to go to college and get a degree as a teacher, and then eventually I want to be a high school language teacher.” W North Allegheny School District 200 Hillvue Lane • Pittsburgh PA 15237 412-366-2100 e congratulate our students who have distinguished themselves in becoming Outstanding Young Citizen Award Recipients. These awards are tied to the mission of the North Allegheny School District, which is to provide an exemplary educational process by enabling each student to develop lifelong learning and thinking skills. These students have shared in this responsibility for their education. 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Vandall Mercedes Velasquez School, grade: Mars Area High School, 12 Parents: Jeff and Kim Vandall Academic achievements: 4.35 GPA; 4th in class; National Honors Society; Rotary Student of Month, senior year School activities: Champs Sports Champion Scholarship; Leaders of Tomorrow of Butler County Nominee; Duquesne Accounting Honors Institute; Future Business Leaders of America; WPIAL AA Soccer all-star Community contributions: West Penn Hospital volunteer; Together for Retarded Youth counselor; Red Octopus volunteer; Youth Soccer instructor volunteer Goals: “Business — Penn State, University of Michigan or University of Virginia.” School, grade: Perry Traditional Academy, 11 Parents: Rose Thompson and Eric Velasquez Academic achievements: National Honor Society; High Honors School activities: Future is Mine Conference for Pittsburgh Public Schools Community contributions: Community Leader at Summer Bridge Pittsburgh; Carnegie Science Center and Children’s Museum volunteer Goals: "I wish to pursue a career in a science field, possibly a genetic engineer. I also would like to minor in writing or art." M.J. Wahl Bridgit Walters School, grade: North Catholic, 11 Parents: Mark and Maura Wahl Academic achievements: Top 10 percent of class; High Honor Roll; 3.95 GPA School activities: Forensics Team; Leadership Team; Campus Ministry; stage crew Community contributions: Outstanding Community Service Award and Leadership Award; African Missions; Invisible Children; Organized Gulu walk; C.C.G.F; Diocese of Pittsburgh member; St. Athanasius Youth Group; Sarah Heinz House; Gilda’s Club Goals: "To continue my missionary vision by studying pre-med, concentrating on tropical diseases in Africa to make a faith-based difference." 135 Sixth Avenue Pittsburgh, Pa. 15229 412•318•1000 www.nhsd.net School, grade: Northgate Jr/Sr High School, 11 Parents: Patricia Walters Academic achievements: Honor student School activities: Yearbook staff; School musicals; Swimming; Track; Cross Country; Jr. District Chorus Community contributions: Christmas presents to patients with Alzheimer’s Goals: “Attend college, Elementary Teacher.” Co Kevin Vetterly School, grade: Northgate High School, 12 Parents: Jackie Vetterly Academic achievements: High Honors; National Honor Society; GATE; 10th in class School activities: Marching Band and Concert Band; Gaming Club Community contributions: Avalon Public Library volunteer; assist the elderly Goals: “DeVry University for Game and Simulation Programming.” Alexandra Werley School, grade: Northgate Jr/Sr High School, 11 Parents: Karen and Scot Werley Academic achievements: National Honor Society; 2nd in class; Honor Roll; AP and Honors classes School activities: Yearbook editor; Problem solving state qualifier; Student Council; SADD member; Chorus member; G.A.T.E. student; French Club Community contributions: Tutor and mentor to elementary students; Sailing instructor; Special Olympics volunteer; Haiti relief fundraiser; Goals: "Attend a 4-year school for elementary education with a minor in special education." l u t a r g n TRIB TOTAL MEDIA — Autumn Vogel School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 11 Parents: Steve & Kelly Vogel Academic achievements: National Honors Society; National French Honors Society; 4.0 GPA; Top 10% of class School activities: Allegheny Intermediate Unit Apprenticeship in Playwriting; Gifted and Talented Education program member; Student Council; Planned freshman orientation Community contributions: MPowerment; Peer Bridged; Praise Band at Ascension Lutheran Church Youth Group; Take Back the Night events; Youth Advocacy League member Goals: "To go to college majoring in psychology or writing, then travel the world writing for a magazine or writing my own book." Katherine Rose Whittam Shannon Wagner School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10 Parents: Bob & Judy Wagner Academic achievements: 2nd in class; 4.38 GPA; Scholar Athlete Award; President’s Award for Educational Excellence School activities: Treasurer of National Junior Honors Society; Cross Country Varsity Runner Community contributions: Served in Haitian refugee community in Bahamas with Christ Church at Grove Farm; Sponsor Compassion Child Living in Kenya; Head of Friend Connection for Special Needs Kids Goals: “"I hope to study biological science in college and potentially attend medical school. I also am interested in different countries and cultures therefore would like to study abroad at one point." Kayla Wilson School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High, 12 Parents: Chet and Debbie Whittam Academic achievements: Member of SADD and Empowerment; Environmental Club Community Contributions: Local shelter and Animal Friends volunteer Goals: "My future goals are to go to college either Mercyhurst or Allegheny College, and to major in social work. I plan to be an advocate for children who cannot stand up for themselves and need emotional support." s n o ati 17 School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11 Parents: Alan and Margaret Wilson Academic achievements: Honor Roll; All honor and AP student School activities: Key Club; FBLA; Student Council Community contributions: St. Alexis volunteer; Elementary tutor; Autism center volunteer; Children’s Miracle Network Goals: “Major in Education and Business, and pursue a career in elementary education.” To all of our Outstanding Young Citizens NORTH HILLS SCHOOL DISTRICT 1506762 1518637 OUTSTANDING YOUNG CITIZEN NOMINEES Sunday, May 2, 2010 School, grade: Mars Area High School, 11 Parents: Douglas and Noreen Wnorowski Academic achievements: High Honor Roll; 4.0 GPA; Advanced, AP and College level courses School activities: Mars Girls Tennis Team; French Club; Peer tutor; Ski Club Community contributions: Children’s Museum Volunteer; Make a Difference Day participant; St. Kilian Youth Group Goals: "Upon graduating from high school, I wish to major in Business and pursue a career in Business Communications." TRIB TOTAL MEDIA — 19 Lindsay M. Zipparo Courtney Zydel School, grade: Quaker Valley High School, 12 Parents: James and Linda Zipparo and Bill McClellan Academic achievements: National Honor Society; 3.9 GPA; AP Spanish Scholar; Academic Excellence Award for High Honors School activities: Tri-M Music Honor Society Community contributions: Masonic Village Nursing Home Volunteer; Dance Instructor at Louise School of Dance; Student Rep for Dan Onorato; work with special needs and handicapped children Goals: "I will attend Slippery Rock University and dual major in Elementary and Special Education and minor in Dance. I will pursue a career as an elementary teacher and hope to one day open my own dance studio." School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10 Parents: Eric and Cynthia Zydel Academic achievements: 4.0 GPA; National Junior Honor Society; School activities: Mock Trial Participant Community contributions: ALS Volunteer and Advocate; Rita G Patchan Volunteer Award recipient Goals: "I would like to study medicine, pharmacy or law and continue the search for a cure for ALS." 3X5HF_LIVE_NEWS Kaela M. Wnorowski SUNDAY, Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/tribtotalmedia Become a fan on Facebook: facebook.com/triblive Get news on your mobile phone: See news happening? Email your photos to photos@triblive.com and we’ll post on our web site. Plus 24/7, ongoing coverage at our web site TribLIVE.com. Sign-up for email news alerts or our rss feeds! m.triblive.com $%+* $' -),)!%"$). 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