Summer Newsletter 2016

Forest Hills
Ranger Review

Vol. XXXVI
No 3

Summer 2015-2016

Forest Hills High School Marks 50 years of Excellence in Education

On Wednesday evening, May 25, 2015, one hundred forty six seniors of Forest

Hills High School participated in the school’s 50th Annual Commencement Ex-
ercises held at the Cambria County War Memorial. Approximately 2000 fami-

ly, relatives, and friends were on hand to help celebrate the momentous occa-
sion. Included in the participants for the evening were Mr. Edwin Bowser,

Superintendent of Schools, Mrs. Vanessa Sral, Director of Education, Mr.
Curt Vasas, High School Principal, Mr. Brian Kostan, High School Assistant
Principal, Mr. Ed Alexander, Middle School Principal, Mrs. Laura Miller, Mid-

dle School Dean of Students, Mr. Lucas Jacobs, Elementary Principal and Mr.
Larry Celmer, Elementary Assistant Principal. Also present were Directors of

the School Board, Mr. Fred Russell, Mrs. Tracy Helsel, Mr. John Bopp, Mrs.
Corina Long, Mr. Robert MacTavish, Mr. Galen George, Dr. Richard Knavel

and Dr. Timothy Ondrejik. Representing the faculty and staff of the District

were Mr. Richard Golden, Mrs. Laurie Fessler, and Mrs. Noelle Miller.

Gage McCall, President of the Class of 2016, gave the welcoming address
adding humor and substance to his message stating social media has had a
huge impact on this graduation class. He also referenced several comical

events during the graduates 13 years at Forest Hills. Student speakers were
Valedictorian, Megan Fessler, and the Salutatorian of the class, Gabrielle

Shaulis. Others offering remarks and words of advice and appreciation to
Valedictorian Megan Fessler the Class of 2016 were Mr. Edwin Bowser and Mr. Curt Vasas. Megan fo-

cused on the idea of living life not merely existing. She stated, “There is a thin line between living and exist-
ing. Some may believe they are one in the same, however, they are polar
opposites; existing is physical whereas living implies a greater meaning to

life.” Gabby talked about how students were asked to write within the lines
and follow a variety of rules. She stated that “No one can tell you what the

time ahead of you holds, but you don’t need to know the specifics. You’re
in control. We have done our time writing in the lines. Now, we can make

our own paper and our own lines.” Mr. Vasas, High School Principal, con-
ferred the diplomas with Mr. Kostan, Assistant High School Principal, read-

ing the names of each graduate as they received their diplomas from

Board of Education President, Mr. Fred Russell.

Our Valedictorian of the Class of 2016 is Miss Megan Fessler. Megan is the Salutatorian Gabrielle Shaulis
(Continued on page 4)
daughter of Rick and Laurie Fessler of Sidman. Megan was a member of
the drama club, the reading competition team and played basketball. She

is also a member of the Spanish Honor Society and the National Honor So-
ciety. Megan was a 4 year letter winner in golf and a member of 3 District

VI golf championship teams. Megan received the School Director’s Award,
the President’s Education Award, the Rotary Club Academic Excellence
Award, The Tribune-Democrat Academic All-Star Award, the Cape and

Garanich Sapphire Scholarship and the Forest Hills Education Endowment
Scholarship. Megan will attend Gannon University on an academic and golf

scholarship in order to become a Doctor of Physical Therapy.

~ SUPERINTENDENT’S MESSAGE ~

As I con- Pennsylvania-Department University, Juniata, Pitt some words of advice that
clude my of Public Instruction. The and Penn State. Over 50 I shared at this year’s
fifth year document reads: this is to seniors were awarded
graduation ceremony.
as Super- certify that the Forest Hills scholarships that have a Learn now that life isn't
intendent School District adminis- monetary value of over 1.1 always fair. A fair is a
of the For- trative unit 63 –5 of public million dollars. Some place with popcorn, cot-
est Hills schools of Cambria Coun- might argue that this class ton candy, and carnival
School Dis- ty has been established as was the most scholarly
rides. Realize now that
trict, I am a school district as of July group to grace the halls of there will always be those
pleased to present the 1, 1966 under the authori- Forest Hills School District who have more money
final edition of the Forest ty of the act of August 8, in a long time.
Hills Ranger Review for 1963 public law 564. In and own more things. Ac-

the 2015-2016 school The “Tradition of Excel- cept that. Get over it. Fair
essence on that day the lence” at Forest Hills is
is a state of mind and
year. As I reflect back on Forest Hills School District cultivated early and be- largely influenced by the
this school year, I believe was created. As a result
the students and staff con- this graduating class of gins at the elementary lev- choices we make and the
tinued the philosophy that 146 students, will officially el. The 125 kindergarten attitudes we assume.
have the distinction of be- students who were pro-
physical plant aesthetics ing the 50th graduating moted to 1st grade in cere- Sometimes struggles are
are important, but it is the class in the history of For- monies held at the ele- exactly what we need in
people within the system est Hills School District. mentary school will con- our life. If we were to go
that make up the heart Congratulations! tinue the legacy. through our life without
and soul of a school dis- any obstacles, we would
trict. So when people approach The Board of Education be crippled. We would not
approved a $25,973,000 be as strong as what we
Community members have me and ask what in partic- General Fund Budget for are capable of being. Give
asked me what the one ular sets apart this gradu- the 2016-2017 school
every opportunity a
particular aspect I will ating class I can certainly year, the 22nd consecutive chance, leave no room for
remember about this tell them that on top of
year’s graduating class – everything else they have year that property taxes regrets, and don't forget
just a few words that ac- accomplished in their 13
have not increased for the power in the struggle.
property owners. Proper- These are tough times in
curately describe this years at Forest Hills, they ty owners again qualified our country where jobs

class and makes the class will have the distinction of for a tax reduction are difficult, cultures are
of 2016 special. Is it being the 50th graduating through the Homestead/ changing and the very ele-

“most athletic, most studi- class from our District. Farmstead Act. ments that make this

ous, or most talented?” But more importantly, this As I reflect on the 2015- country great are being

Actually this class will class will be remembered 2016 school year and look tested.
have a very special dis- for the following: Aca-
forward to the 2016-2017 Living a life that matters
tinction that no other demically, a total of 20
graduating class in the seniors achieved grade school year, it is my hope doesn't happen by acci-
that the Forest Hills dent. It's not a matter of
history of Forest Hills can point averages over 4.0,
claim. Earlier this year the and approximately 70% of School District is a place circumstance as much as
district office found a doc- the class of 2016 will move students want to be. it is a matter of choice.
ument which came from on to higher education at Choose to live a life that
the Commonwealth of colleges such as Bucknell This year, I want to con- matters.
clude my message with

Four Teachers Retire from Education

The Forest Hills School District proudly recognizes four teachers who retired at the end of the 2015-2016
school year. May 25, 2016 marked the end of a journey for these educators who together accumulated 137
years of service in the Forest Hills School District. It is said that teachers affect the lives of their students for
eternity. These individuals shared their knowledge and life experiences with hundreds of students each year.
The Board of School Directors, administrators, staff, and students thank these educators for taking the time
to make a difference in the lives of our young people.

Mr. Kevin Balog Mr. William Kulback Mr. Kevin Smay Mrs. Gail Weyandt
35 Years 38 Years 35 Years 29 Years

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Building Construction Progress
As contractors turn into the home stretch, work on the Forest Hills Junior-Senior High School construction
has reached a frenetic pace. Daily about 100 skilled craftsmen from many trades work toward the
planned November completion date. The school is virtually weathertight in all areas and mechanical and
electrical systems continue to be installed in all areas. Ceiling systems and light fixtures are being in-
stalled. The level of completion varies from area to area with the classrooms and corridors nearing com-
pletion. Wall tile and paint finishes are in place in many academic areas. Building components that rely on
permanent heating and cooling systems remain to be installed as the mechanical systems near comple-
tion. The brick masonry facades are nearly complete; they look great. The existing school campus has
temporary traffic patterns as former driveways and parking areas are being removed to construct new
site facilities. Preliminary design of the potential third phase of the project, the stadium improvements, is
being contemplated. The stadium improvements, if approved and money is available through the sale of

the Middle School, could be com-
pleted during the 2017 summer
break in conjunction with the
demolition of the old high school
and construction of a parking
area adjacent to stadium
seating.

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Salutatorian (Continued)

Our Salutatorian of the Class of 2016 is Miss Gabrielle Shaulis. Gabby is the daughter of Gerald and Kathe-
rine Shaulis of Salix. She was involved in drama club, reading competition, marching band, concert band,
mock trial, Spanish Honor Society and National Honor Society. Gabby received the School Director’s
Award, the President’s Education Award, the Erin Hostettler Memorial Scholarship, the Distinguished
Young Women’s Academic Scholarship, the Rotary Club Academic Excellence Award, the Senior Band
Award and the Senior Mock Trial Award. Gabby will attend the University of Pittsburgh to study to be a Ger-
iatrician.

Special thanks and acknowledgement to a number of district personnel who were responsible for the
evening’s celebration: Mrs. Laurie Fessler, high school guidance secretary, for completing the major por-
tion of the graduation responsibilities and Mr. Pat Kovalsky, Senior class advisor, Mr. Jim Bowser and Mrs.
Chris Valko, high school guidance counselors as well as Mr. Custer and Mr. Parlock for the band and choral
selections. Several other faculty and staff members assisted with the ceremony and all were instrumental
in the success of this year’s graduation activities.

~ SENIOR AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS ~

Seniors were honored at the annual Awards Night Ceremony on May 19, 2016 for their academic achieve-
ment, athletic prowess, citizenship and extra-curricular activities. A total of over $1,141,344 was presented
to individual students who excelled in the classroom, on the athletic fields, and in the community. Students
receiving awards/scholarships were:

AUSTIN ANDREYO – Senior Boys’ Band Award, Challenge Program Attendance Award; ROBERT BAMBINO –
School Directors Award, President’s Education Award, Senior Hockey Award, Senior Spanish Award, UPJ
Real World Achievement Scholarship, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society; VERONICA BARONI –
School Directors Award, President’s Education Award, Senior Girls Chorus Award, IUP Sutton Scholarship,
National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society; SHAI BLOCK – Penn State Altoona Academic Award;
NICHOLAS BORELLE – School Directors Award, President’s Education Award, Senior Rifle Award, Senior
Mathematics Award, Senior Engineering Technology Award, Challenge Program STEM Award, West Virginia
University Engineering, Academic and Mountaineer Connection Scholarships, National Honor Society;
SAMANTHA BROMLEY – School Directors Award, President’s Education Award, Rotary Club Academic Ex-
cellence and Service Above Self Awards, Jaycees/Jayceettes Service Award, FH Distinguished Alumni Class
of 2014 Scholarship, Juniata College Calvert Ellis and Alumni Scholarships, National Honor Society, Spanish
Honor Society; GARRETT BUNN – St. Michael Church Reach Scholarship; KAELYN CHANEY – School Direc-
tors Award, Penny Matlin Memorial Scholarship, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society; KARLEY
CHIODO – School Directors Award, Artists of the 21st Century Certificate of Participation, Spanish Honor So-
ciety; MORGAN CRONAUER – School Directors Award, President’s Education Award, Jaycees/Jayceettes
Service Award, Heather Alt Reininger Scholarship, Carl & Anna Sherbine Scholarship, National Honor Socie-
ty; BLAKE CUSTER – Senior Wrestling Award; RYAN DIBBLE – School Directors Award, President’s Educa-
tion Award, Robert Morris University Independence Scholarship, Arco Construction Scholarship; STEVEN
DUSACK – Senior Boys’ Volleyball Award, St. Michael 2nd place American Legion Essay Award, IUP Summer
Scholars Academy Scholarship, Alicia Lynn Richardson Memorial Scholarship; BRIANNA FACCIANI – School
Directors Award, President’s Education Award, Rotary Club Academic Excellence Award, Senior Girls’ Ten-
nis Award, Senior Social Studies Award, South Fork 2nd place American Legion Essay Award, UPJ Real World
Achievement and Sara Jane Torquato Scholarships, Knights of Columbus Scholarship, National Honor Socie-
ty, Spanish Honor Society; DALTON FAITH – School Directors Award, President’s Education Award, Rotary
Club Academic Excellence and Service Above Self Awards, Senior Accounting Award, Senior Physics Award,
Robert Morris Full Academic Tuition Scholarship, 4-H Scholarship, South Fork United Methodist Church
Scholarship, Adams Township Lions/Merlin Woodring Scholarship, Wendy Heisman School Award, Challenge
Program Community Service Award, National Honor Society; MEGAN FESSLER – School Directors Award,
President’s Education Award, Rotary Club Academic Excellence Award, Tribune-Democrat Academic All-
Star, Herff Jones Believe in You Scholarship & Principal’s Award Nominee, Senior Girls’ Golf Award, Chal-
lenge Program Academic Excellence Award, Gannon University Academic and Golf Scholarship, Cape &
Garanich Sapphire Scholarship, Forest Hills Education Endowment Scholarship, National Honor Society,
Spanish Honor Society; MIKHEAL FOSTER – President’s Education Award; TIMOTHY FRAZER – School Direc-
tors Award, President’s Education Award, Senior Boys’ Physical Education Award, Senior Computer Applica-
tions Award, Senior Manufacturing Award, First United Methodist Church Scholarship, Paul Keeney Scholar-
ship, National Honor Society; EVA GOLDEN – Arthur A. Gatty Scholarship; BLAINE HARTEIS – Senior Base-
ball Award; ALEX HOOK – Senior Scholarship Award, Senior Boys’ Basketball Award, National Honor Socie-
ty; BLAKE IVOCK – Senior Scholarship Award; KATHRYN JORDAN – IUP Sutton Scholarship; (continued on page 5)

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~ SENIOR AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS (continued) ~

KAITLYN JOSEPHSON – School Directors Award, President’s Education Award, Rotary Club Academic

Excellence Award, St. Michael 1st place American Legion Essay Award, St. John’s College President’s

Scholarship, Forest Hills Alumni Scholarship, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society; SHANE

KELLEY – Senior Scholarship Award, Mount Aloysius College Scholarship; KAITLYN KLINE – School Direc-

tors Award, President’s Education Award, Rotary Club Academic Excellence Award, Senior Girls’ Cross

Country Award, Senior Girls’ Track Award, Army Reserve National Scholar/Athlete, Saint Francis Universi-

ty Founders’ Scholarship, Forest Hills Education Endowment Scholarship, National Honor Society, Span-

ish Honor Society; SHANNON KUDLAWIEC – School Directors Award, President’s Education Award, Rota-

ry Club Academic Excellence Award, Senior Biology/Life Sciences Award, Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing

Scholarship, Helene & Robert Krantzler Scholarship, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society;

CALA LAMPEL – Penn State Altoona Academic Scholarship; ZACKARY LONG – Senior Scholarship Award,

Senior Boys’ Golf Award, Dunlo 2nd place American Legion Essay Award, National Honor Society; ALEXIS

LOYA – Senior Scholarship Award; President’s Education Award; ALEXANDRA MAURER – Jaycees/

Jayceettes Service Award; GAGE McCALL – School Directors Award, Senior Boys’ Cross Country Award,

Senior Computerized Reading Award, Senior Forensics Award, Robert Morris University Scholarship, Erin

M. Bosworth Scholarship, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society; DALLAS McCLINTOCK – School

Directors Award, President’s Education Award, Rotary Club Academic Excellence Award, Donald &

Ronald Bailey Memorial Award, Senior Boys’ Track Award, South Fork 1st place American Legion Essay

Award, Cambria County 2nd place American Legion Essay Award, Army Reserve National Scholar/Athlete,

National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, MADISON McDANNELL – Point Park University Academic

and Soccer Scholarship; DANIELLE MICKUS – Senior Family & Consumer Science Award, Barbara Ann

Peters Memorial Award; CHRISTIAUNA MILLER – School Directors Award, President’s Education Award,

Mount Aloysius Commuter and Merit Scholarships, National Honor Society; JORDAN MILLER – Saint Fran-

cis Red Flash Co-Curricular Scholarship; KAYLEE NEFF – Senior Scholarship Award, Advance Designee

Scholarship; HANNAH OLDHAM – Senior Color Guard Award; DOMINIC PANICK – District VI Sportsman-

ship Award, Mount Aloysius College Merit Scholarship, St. Michael Church Reach Scholarship, Brandon

Baxter Scholarship; JACOB PENATZER – Challenge Program Academic Improvement Award; ALYSSA

PERETIN – School Directors Award, President’s Education Award, Rotary Club Academic Excellence and

Service Above Self Awards, Wendy Heisman School Award, Fleet Reserve Scholarship, National Honor

Society, Spanish Honor Society; ASHLEY ROK – Senior Scholarship Award, District VI Sportsmanship

Award, Senior Girls’ Soccer Award, Senior Girls’ Physical Education Award, Jaycees/Jayceettes Service

Award, Arthur Burkett Memorial Scholarship, National Honor Society; BROOKE RORAR – School Directors

Award, Slippery Rock University Opportunity Scholarship and Achievement Award, National Honor Socie-

ty, Spanish Honor Society; EMILY SCHRADER – Senior Cheerleader Award, Senior Media Award, Mount

Aloysius Mercy Scholarship; JILLIAN SCOTT – School Directors Award, President’s Education Award,

Senior Girls’ Basketball Award, Saint Francis University Basketball Scholarship, Forest Hills Education

Endowment Scholarship, Spanish Honor Society; MORGAN SCOTT – School Directors Award, President’s

Education Award, Senior Girls’ Volleyball Award, Eckerd College Founders Academic Achievement Schol-

arship, National Honor Society; JACOB SEWALK – UPJ Real World Scholarship; GABRIELLE SHAULIS –

School Directors Award, President’s Education Award, Rotary Club Academic Excellence Award, Senior

Girls’ Band Award, Senior Mock Trial Award, Distinguished Young Women Scholastic Award, Erin

Hostetler Memorial Scholarship, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society; NOAH SIMPSON – Senior

Art Award, Senior Boys’ Chorus Award, Artists of the 21st Century Certificate of Participation, Erin M. Bos-

worth Scholarship, Robert Morris University Independence Scholarship; IAN SLIFKO – School Directors

Award, President’s Education Award, UPJ Presidential Scholarship, Forest Hills Alumni Scholarship,

Spanish Honor Society; BRODY SMAY – School Directors Award, President’s Education Award, UPJ Real

World Achievement Scholarship, Forest Hills Education Endowment Scholarship, National Honor Society,

Spanish Honor Society; SKYE SMAY – Senior Scholarship Award, Senior Chemistry Award, Juniata College

M.G. Brumbaugh Scholarship, Walter Wood Scholarship; (continued on page 8)

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~ SENIOR AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS (continued) ~

Austin Robert Veronica Nicholas Samantha Garrett
Andreyo Bambino Baroni Borelle Bromley Bunn

Kaelyn Karley Morgan Blake Steven Brianna
Chaney Chiodo Cronauer Custer Dusack Facciani

Dalton Megan Mikheal Timothy Eva Blaine
Faith Fessler Foster Frazer Golden Harteis

Alex Blake Kathryn Kaitlyn Shane Kaitlyn
Hook Ivock Jordan Josephson Kelly Kline

Shannon Cala Zackary Alexis Alexandra Gage
Kudlawiec Lampel Long Loya Mauer McCall

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~ SENIOR AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS (continued) ~

Dallas Madison Danielle Christiauna Jordan Kaylee
McClintock McDannell Mickus Miller Miller Neff

Hannah Dominic Jacob Alyssa Ashley Brooke
Oldham Panick Penatzer Peretin Rok Rorar

Emily Jillian Morgan Jacob Gabrielle Noah
Schrader Scott Scott Sewalk Shaulis Simpson

Ian Brody Skye Alexandra Shannon Kaylee
Slifko Smay Smay Smith Stains Stigers

Katie Gabrielle Evan Ian Jonas Amanda
Vitez Vogel Wess Wieczorek Wissinger Woodside

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~ SENIOR AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS (continued) ~

Not Pictured:
Shai Block
Ryan Dibble
Samuel Vought

Samantha Isabella Samantha
Wright Yakicic Yamrose

ALEXANDRA SMITH – Senior Scholarship Award, Robert Morris University Independence Scholarship,
Dunlo 3rd place American Legion Essay Award, National Honor Society; SHANNON STAINS – School Di-
rectors Award, President’s Education Award, IUP Pittsburgh Achievement, Board of Governors’, and Ac-
ademic Scholarships, National Honor Society; KAYLEE STIGERS – School Directors Award, Senior Soft-
ball Award; KATIE VITEZ – School Directors Award, President’s Education Award, Rotary Club Academic
Excellence Award, Superintendent’s Award, St. Michael 3rd place American Legion Essay Award, Saint
Frances University Founder’s Scholarship, National Honor Society; GABRIELLE VOGEL – Senior Scholar-
ship Award, Cabrini College Dean’s Scholarship; SAMUEL VOUGHT – Walter Wood Scholarship; EVAN
WESS – Senior Scholarship Award, President’s Education Award, Senior CADD Award; IAN WIECZOREK
– Senior Scholarship Award, President’s Education Award, Senior Football Award, Superintendent’s

Award, UPJ Real World Scholarship, Central PA Chapter National Football Foundation and College Hall of
Fame Scholarship, National Honor Society; JONAS WISSINGER – Senior Boys’ Soccer Award, UPJ Real
World Scholarship; AMANDA WOODSIDE – Senior Scholarship Award, IUP Sutton Scholarship;
SAMANTHA WRIGHT – School Directors Award, President’s Education Award, Rotary Club Academic Ex-
cellence and Service Above Self Awards, Dunlo 1st place American Legion Essay Award, Cambria County

1st place American Legion Essay Award, Senior English Award, IUP Sutton and Academic Scholarships,
Forest Hills Education Endowment Scholarship, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society;
ISABELLA YAKICIC – South Fork 3rd place American Legion Essay Award SAMANTHA YAMROSE – School
Directors Award

The 2016 Junior-Senior Prom was held at the
Pasquerilla Conference Center in Johnstown
on Saturday, April 30, 2016. The theme,
“Vintage Dreams,” presented many photo
opportunities for the ladies in elegant gowns
and gentlemen wearing striking tuxedos. An
old fashion hay wagon parked in the dining
room enhanced the theme. Students and
their guests enjoyed having their pictures
taken in the very popular photo booth. All
photos taken in the booth were viewed and
downloaded by visiting the website myphoto-
flare.com. The dance floor was crowded all
night as DJ Labarko kept the music lively for
the 303 students in attendance. Tara Hogan
and Austin Andreyo were crowned Prom
Queen and King. Members of the Prom Court
included: Row 1: Garrett Bunn, Joel Barton, Erik Kudlawiec, Blaine Harteis, Prom King Austin Andreyo,
Prom Queen Tara Hogan, Gage McCall, Ian Wieczorek, Tim Frazer. Row 2: Kaitlyn Kline, Samantha
Wright, Brianna Facciani, Morgan Scott, Danielle Mickus, Morgan Cronauer, Alexandra Smith. For those
planning ahead, next year’s prom is scheduled for Saturday, May 6, 2017.

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FBLA News

The Forest Hills FBLA Chapter is pleased to announce that the following students represented the Chap-
ter at the State FBLA Competition in Hershey.

FBLA Team Members competing at the State Leadership Conference included: Jonas Wissinger, Ac-
counting; Alexis Loya, Help Desk; Dalton Faith, Insurance and Risk Management; Shannon Kudlawiac,
Campaign Manager; Cory Katrancha, Officer Candidate; Katie Vietz, Publication Design; Shane Deitle,
Intro to Technology; Ali Smith, Business Communications; Eric Elgin, Intro to Financial Math; Gage
McCall, Publication Design; and Trevor Smith, Computer Technology.

The FBLA Chapter would also like to congratulate the following senior members for their achievements in
the field of Business.

Dalton Faith, for receiving the Presidential Scholarship to Robert Morris University. This Business Schol-
arship is a full-ride scholarship. Dalton is the first Forest Hills student to receive this scholarship.

FBLA members Gage McCall and Katie Vitez placed 7th in Publication Design at the State Competition.
Gage will also attend Robert Morris University in the Honors Program. Ali Smith is also planning a career
in Fashion marketing. Alexis Loya, placed 10th in Help Desk at the State Competition.

Advisers attending state competition were Mr. Dill, Mrs. Makin, and Ms. Yevchak as a guest adviser.

Back Row—Jonas Wissinger, Dalton Faith, Cory Katrancha, Shane Deitle, Left to Right—Trevor Smith, Shannon Kudlawiac,
& Eric Elgin Front Row—Alexis Loya, Shannon Kudlawiec, Katie Vietz, Cory Katrancha, & Dalton Faith
Ali Smith, Gage McCall, & Trevor Smith

JAYCEES/JAYCEETTES Donations were received from Jaycees/Jayceettes,

area busi-
The 42nd annual Volleyball Marathon, sponsored by nesses, and
the Forest Hills Jaycees/Jayceettes, was held on
K-12 stu-
March 18th at the high school. A total of $2,000.00 dents and
was raised this year. This year's marathon once
staff. The
again had a dual cause. Money was raised for Cyst- Jaycees/
ic Fibrosis and the Erin Hostetler Scholarship Fund. Jayceettes,
Eight co-ed teams made from 61 Jaycees/
under the
Jayceettes members competed in a double elimina- supervision
tion tournament. The organization’s steering com- of Mr. John
mittee also competed against faculty members from Saksa,
the elementary, middle, and high Schools. The
would like to
teams started playing at 8:00 am and continued un- thank every-
til 6:30 pm. Trophies were awarded to the first, sec- one who
ond, and third place winners. Members of the win- made this
ning team were: Samantha Bromley, Morgan
year's mara-
Cronauer, Grace Bromley, Alex Hook, Jordan
thon one of the best in school history.
Schrock, Tyler Smith, and Erik Kudlawiec.

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High School Music

The High School Band, Chorus, 2 different Girls’ Quartets, a Boys’ Quartet, and Jazz Band presented their
annual Spring Concert on May 16th at the high school. This year’s concert was very well attended by family
and friends. The Jazz Band performed in the cafeteria for a
mini concert as family and friends moved throughout the
high school to see the different pieces of art on display.

The Marching Rangers and High School Chorus traveled to
Walt Disney World this year in April to perform. The March-
ing Rangers combined with students from Richland,
Conemaugh Township, Ferndale and Bishop McCort to form
a 150 person ensemble. The group practiced together twice
and recorded a video that was submitted to Disney World.
Through the video submission, the band was chosen to per-

form on Fri-
day night in
the Magic
Kingdom
Light Pa-
rade. The
members of
the High
School Chorus performed with the same group of schools
and combined to make an 86 member choir. They met three
times during the fall and spring and submitted a video as well.
Disney selected them to perform on Saturday evening in Ep-
cot. Both groups of students were treated to an experience
like no other.

This year Forest Hills was well represented at all the PMEA
band festivals. Six students auditioned successfully for Dis-
trict Band, held at Bellwood-Antis High School. They were
Eva Golden, Garrett Bunn, Shannon Stains, Steven Dusack,
Wyatt Bromley, and Nikki St. Clair. Four of those students
advanced to Region Band, held at Juniata Valley High School.
They were Shannon Stains, Eva Golden, Garrett Bunn, and
Nikki St. Clair. Garrett Bunn placed 2nd at Regional Band and
advanced on to All-State Band held in Hershey. Five students
successfully auditioned for District Jazz Band, held at Rich-
land High School. They were Wyatt Bromley, Garrett Bunn,
Zack Long, Sam Bear, and Shannon Stains. Also performing
as a guest artist during the concert was Alumnus Todd
Harteis.

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High School Chorus traveled to Indiana University of Pennsylvania on April 28th to sing in front of judges
and other high schools, as well as hear other high schools and IUP vocal ensembles. The students got to
received coaching from college level adjudicators and directors to improve their technique.
In addition to IUP, the High School Chorus performed for a Mother-Daughter banquet at Trinity Lutheran
Church in Sidman, and the Elementary Art Show.
A record-tying 11 students represented Forest Hills at District Chorus at Hollidaysburg Area High School
in February. They were: Sara Zatek, Shelby Hostetler, Hannah Oldham, Eva Golden, Haley Cook, Noah
Simpson, Garrett Bunn, Karley Chiodo, Ian Wieczorek, Sidney Kakabar, and Summer Kepple. Perhaps a
new record, seven of them (Sara, Noah, Haley, Ian, Karley, Eva, and Sidney) advanced to Regional Cho-
rus at Altoona Area High School. Ian Wieczorek placed first at regionals for a second year in a row, and
made the prestigious Pennsylvania All-State Chorus again. This was held in Hershey, PA in March.

The Middle School Bands and Choruses presented their annual Spring Concert on May 12th at the Middle
School. The concert was very well attended and the audience was treated to music by the 7th Grade Cho-
rus, The Girls’ Quartet, 8/9th Grade Chorus, 7th Grade Band, 8/9th Grade Band, and a combined 7/8/9th
Grade Band.

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~ MIDDLE SCHOOL ~

Principal’s Corner ~ Mr. Ed Alexander

Greetings from the FHMS! As we close another school year, I again want to thank everyone who
plays an integral part of our vision, our mission, and our success. We are embarking upon major
change, with the completion of our brand new, state-of-the art Junior/Senior High School this com-
ing winter. The convenience of everything located on one campus will greatly benefit our faculty,
staff and students in many ways. We invite you to visit the current middle school and look forward
to your visit at the new Junior/Senior High School in a few months. Our school and our district is
second to none! I wish everyone a relaxing and refreshing summer vacation. See you in August!

Forest Hills Teacher Receives
Dr. John Powers Outstanding Educator Award

Each spring, Saint Francis University presents the Dr. John Powers Outstanding Educator Award to a de-
serving elementary or secondary teacher or administrator. Mr. Dominic Vescovi, a mathematics teacher
at the Forest Hills Middle School in Sidman, PA was presented the 2016 award.

Mr. Vescovi teaches algebra to eighth and ninth
grade students and is the head coach of the Forest
Hills High School basketball team. He was nominat-
ed by Forest Hills School District Superintendent
Mr. Edwin Bowser.

In his nomination letter, Mr. Bowser stated,
“Dominic not only excels in the academic environ-
ment in disseminating pertinent information to his
students, but also exhibits the personal attributes
to establish a positive rapport with every individual
he interacts with on a daily basis. He is able to ex-
emplify all of those humanistic characteristics that
separate a good educator from a great leader.”

Saint Francis University President Fr. Malachi Van Tassell, T.O.R., Ph.D., presented the award to Mr.
Vescovi during the annual President's Award Convocation on April 26, 2016. The award recognizes edu-
cators who share abilities and skills generously with others, use their knowledge to serve others, strive
for excellence, are willing to learn from others, and seek the truth and encourages free and open ex-
change of ideas and responsible actions.

National Junior Honor Society

The middle school held its National Junior Honor Society induction on Wednesday,
April 20, 2016, at 6:30 PM in the middle school auditorium. Twenty-two students met
the middle school qualifications and the National Honor Society qualifications of
scholarship, leadership, service, citizenship, and character. Quinn Spangler wel-
comed guests and presided over the ceremony. Lighting of the candles and their
meaning was conducted by: Knowledge, Connor Freidhoff; Scholarship, Alyssa
Penrod; Leadership, Joshua Jones; Service, Alexus Bobak; Citizenship, Phillip
Yuhas; and Character, Mandi Bearjar. Mr. Alexander, Principal, and Mrs. Miller,
Dean of Students, presented certificates and officially inducted the students. The inductees were: Mandi
Bearjar, Alexus Bobak, Adam Cecere (vice-president), Mitchell Chunta (secretary), Avery Cummings, Byron
Daubert (treasurer), Bethany Fetsko, Connor Freidhoff, Makennah Gray, Joshua Jones, Victoria Koeck,
Lindsay Miller, Emily Montag, Alyssa Penrod, Regina Rios, Courtney Roxby, Joshua Schrock, Quinn Spangler
(president), Michael Trovato, Benjamin Wechtenhiser, Jason Wissinger, and Phillip Yuhas.

A reception to honor the inductees was held in the middle school cafeteria immediately following the induc-
tion ceremony. One hundred fifty-two guests attended.

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Forest Hills Shows its Presence at MathCON 2016

MathCON is an online math competition for students in grades 5-12
with grade-level specific timed tests of 40 multiple-choice ques-
tions that must be completed in 40 minutes. Last year, 45,000 stu-
dents from 330 schools participated in the competition and al-
though MathCON has not released the exact number of partici-
pants it expects a larger turnout this year. All students at Forest
Hills Middle School participated in this year’s competition and 45 of
them received Honorable Mention, which is a score of 200 or better
on the 300 point exam. Three Forest Hills Middle School students
qualified to participate in the National MathCON Competition at the
University of Illinois at Chicago on April 23. These students are 9th
graders Nathan Long and Ben Wechtenhiser and 7th grader Griffin
Christ. Nathan scored a perfect 300, Ben scored a 290 and Griffin
260. In Chicago, Ben Wechtenhiser placed 15th and Nathan Long placed 20th in their age group.

Math-a-Thon at Forest Hills Middle School

The Math-a-Thon is a charity that was started by St. This year, students exceeded our goal by raising a

Jude Children’s Research Hospital to fund their re- total of $1036.48 to aid in St. Jude’s cause of beating

search and fund the pediatric hospital. Students par- pediatric cancer. Awesome!!! Thank you to all the

ticipate in the fundraiser for St. Jude’s by completing students and families that participated and aided St.

a booklet of math problems and getting sponsors. Jude’s in this worthy cause.

Each year, the middle school math department uses Students that participated in our fundraising event:
this fundraiser for St. Jude’s as an optional part of Kelsey Josephson, Andrew Martin, Mackenzie Sher-
their fourth marking period bonus. ry, Mitch Chunta, Blane Smay, Carson Kundrod, Han-

The booklet, called the Funbook, is filled with math nah Bloom, Abby Josephson, Brady Sikora, Alex

curriculum according to the student participant’s Bambino, Kristi Burkett, Tanner Lehman, Courtney

grade. The curriculum in the Funbook is for a great Pisarski, Gage Jones, Wyatt Faiad, Sam Doyka, Toni

cause, and it helps students prepare for standard- Tkach, Baylee Frampton, Shannon Shaffer, Emily

ized tests at the end of the year, which includes the Montag, Quinn Spangler, Abigail Macey, Jacob

PSSA and the Keystone Exams. Weaver, Jude Martyak, Griffin Christ, Tanner

Kalmanir.

Research Scholars Award for 9th Grade Students

The Research Scholar Award in Language and Letters is awarded to exemplary student research projects
in the English Composition 9 courses. There is an individual award and a group award for the top scoring
projects in the grade. This year for the individual award students independently read a classical novel of
their choosing, researched it for critical theories and literary merit, and formulated a research paper. The
students then presented a 10-15 minute, conference-style presentation of their papers, with a questioning
forum by classmates. The quality of the research paper composition, use of research skills, critical think-
ing, and professionalism of the research presentation are taken into consideration as criteria to win the
award. For the group award, students selected a significant literary period and formulated research
groups in a project-based learning experience culminating in top group presentations across the grade
competing in a symposium for the award. The award is then awarded to the group for the top-scoring
presentation and research paper in the entire grade.

This year there was a three-way tie for the individual award: Abigail Josephson for "Self Empowerment in I
Know Why the Caged Bird Sings", Philip Yuhas for "Symbolism in Slaughterhouse Five", and

Victoria Koeck for "Magical Realism in “Beloved." The group award was awarded to Kristi Burkett, Ericka
Frombach, Emma Simpson, Kayla Stohan, Chloe Valinsky and Amanda Wilson for their presentation and
paper on "The Lost Generation" entitled "We Are All A Lost Generation", which adeptly covered topics,
works and authors in American Literature from the WWI and 1920’s period. Congratulations to these stu-
dents on a job well done!

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FHMS Students use 3D Printers for
Creative Works

This school year, FHMS students enrolled in
Mr. Lang’s Mobile Technology and Problem
Solving classes and Dr. Motter’s Seventh
Grade Art, Art I, and Mobile Technology clas-
ses engaged 3D printing. The process of 3D
printing involves melting PLA, a biodegradable
thermoplastic, to create an object constructed
out of layers of plastic. Students created inno-
vative 3D printing projects using Ultimaker and
Ultimaker 2 Go 3D printers for individual and
collaborative works. For example, in Mr. Lang’s
Problem Solving classes, students printed
Game Boy parts. Students enrolled in Dr. Motter’s fall 2015 semester Seventh Grade Art and Art I classes
experienced 3D printing web quests designed by Penn State, University Park undergraduate Art Educa-
tion students enrolled in A ED 322: Visual Culture & Educational Technologies. During web quest explora-
tions, online resources Thingiverse (http://www.thingiverse.com/) and Tinkercad (https://
www.tinkercad.com/) were utilized by middle school students for digital 3D model design. Thingiverse al-
lows the user to download stl model files, which students can then edit using the 3D design program Tink-
ercad. Using Tinkercad, seventh grade art students produced hood ornaments, living spaces, artifacts,
and group identity stamps. Art I students designed prototypes and personal identity stamps.

In Lang and Motter’s eighth grade Mobile Technology classes, students worked in small groups to create
articulated bodies using the iPad Tinkerplay app. Each group member digitally added at least one body
part, to form a collaborative design. Tinkerplay also allows the user to add a digital environment and take
a photo of his/her 3D body in its environment. Articulated bodies were downloaded for 3D printing, and
later used in stop motion animation group projects created with iPad apps O’Snap and Stop Motion Studio.

Lance Loya, head The Forest Hills
coach of the Mount Middle Ski Club
Aloysius Men’s’ Bas- enjoyed anoth-
ketball team presented er successful
a team building and season on the
leadership message to slopes.
the 9th grade students.
Haley Myers,
Pictured with Coach Makennah
Loya are: Adam Gray, Jordan
Cecere, Byron Daub- Burda, Lucas
ert, Dominic Spinos, Myers, Alyssa
Mitchell Chunta Penrod

The Villain Took a Chip Shot…….

Middle school drama presented its spring production, “Two Heads are Better than One,” for the public on
Friday, May 21 and Saturday, May 21. The play was also presented to the stu-
dent body in the afternoon of May 20. Members of the cast included Kelsey
Josephson, Abigail Seese, Shannon Shaffer, Joey Schrader, Kylie Shaw, Dara
Edwards, Kaitlyn Cameron, Damian Shrift, Isabella Colbert, Jade Nastase,
Scott Mognet, Kainen Walsh, Livia Hamara, Sarah Klein, Makayla Miller, Somer
Silvis, Madison Waters, Christina Goral, Ashlyn Hamara, and Shyann Boyle.
Thank you to all who supported our production.

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“Let’s Kick Up the Kindness”

The Forest Hills Middle School launched an

anti-bullying campaign entitled “Lets Kick Up

the Kindness” The goal of the program is to

focus on kind acts and positive behaviors in

our schools. The students created a video

which was posted on both the Forest Hills Dis-

trict webpage and Forest Hills Middle School

webpage. T-shirts with the “Let’s Kick Up the

Kindness” logo were sold throughout the dis-

trict. Proceeds from the t-shirt sale will go to-

Row 1: Claire Bawiec, Regina Knox, Paige Handel, Ashley Pauley wards purchasing school supplies, shampoo,
Row 2: Meghan Miller, Corrine Hill, Kenzie Colosimo, Rylie Adams, deodorant etc. for students in our district. At
the end of the school year, in keeping with the
Abigail Seese, Kelsey Josephson, Toni Tkach, Rosalie
DiPaola, Skyler Hostetler

kindness theme, 7th and 8th grade students produced a video for the freshmen class wishing them luck

and success as they leave the Middle School.

Diversity Workshop Held at Middle School

All seventh grade students participated in a work- the idea of cultural intelligence which works to edu-
shop in May conducted by Dr. Clea P. Hollis and Mr. cate students to think outside their community to
Bruce Haselrig. The workshop focused on Cultural develop global understanding.
Intelligence and the Evolution of Diversity as well as
celebrating the uniqueness of all people. Mr. Haselrig is owner and CEO of the Bruce Haselrig
Group which focuses on diversity, leadership, and
The students learned the history of diversity in the team building/staff development training. Dr. Hollis
United States from 1900 to the current day and dis- is currently an associate professor at the University
cussed common misconceptions. They focused on of Phoenix where she mentors doctoral students.

SuperConference

Students from the Forest Hills School District attended
the 23rd annual “SuperConference” for student leaders
on Wednesday, May 4, 2016, at Mount Aloysius College.

This conference provided student leaders from middle
and high schools in the county an opportunity to en-
hance leadership traits, develop leadership skills, and
foster pride and spirit in their schools. At the confer-
ence, students had the opportunity to attend multiple
workshops on various topics on finance, diversity, chas-
ing dreams, and many more. Each workshop and
speaker reinforced the importance of leadership within
our schools and how leadership ideas and traits can
translate into their academic and personal futures.

Only two students from each grade were eligible to at- Pictured: Hannah Croyle,Taylor Hampton, Garet Connor,
tend the conference. Based upon teacher recommen- Byron Daubert, Dylan Kundrod and Rosalie DiPaola
dations, these students were selected to attend the
“SuperConference.” These student leaders are the
pride of our school and we would once again like to
congratulate them on this honor.

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PTO News

The Elementary PTO has been busy this semester! We began with a competitive food drive versus the
Richland School District. Students and employees from all three
schools brought in non-perishable food items from February 1-12. The
donations were weighed to determine the winner. The combined total
of food donated was over 17 tons! Although Richland brought in only
about 100 pounds more than Forest Hills, the real winners were the
food banks and the families they support. Our district’s food dona-
tions were given to food banks right in our own Forest Hills communi-
ty, and this is the most food they have seen on their shelves for
months. Thanks to all who participated!

As always, the PTO has continued to collect Box Tops, Campbell’s Labels for Education, and Tyson’s Pro-
ject A+. Collections were held on February 3 and May 4. The Box Tops drive collected over $5,000 worth of
funds between the two collection dates that will be used toward next year’s expenses. The points collected

through Labels for Education will be used for prizes for the Ranger-Thon in Septem-
ber. PTO has also placed over 50 collection containers around the Forest Hills com-
munity for use by community members who might not have a student at the school
but still want to help. Keep saving those Box Tops, Labels for Education, and
Project A+ all summer; we will be collecting again in September!

One of the biggest events at the elementary school is Carnival, held this year on Fri-
day, May 13, as the culmination of a spirit week. Students in all grades enjoyed
many activities, including age-appropriate in-
flatables, relay games, chalk, dancing, and
snacks. A little rain wasn’t enough to dampen
the fun of over 1,000 elementary school students!

PTO also sponsors the sixth grade dance every year. On Friday, May
20, the sixth graders enjoyed a glow-in-the-dark themed party in the
elementary school cafeteria. They danced, snacked, talked, and
played all evening. Prizes ranging from gift certificates to products

were donated from area establish-
ments, and every student was able to choose one. The students had a
great time at their sendoff from the elementary school!

The PTO would like to thank the community for all of the support that we
have received this year. Our passion is helping the Forest Hills elemen-
tary students in any way we can, and your contributions make that
possible!

Distinguished Alumni Award Nomination Form - 2016

The DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD selection committee is now seeking nominations for the sixth
Distinguished Alumni Award.

For an individual to be considered for this award, the following nomination materials must be received in
the Forest Hills School District, Alumni Association Secretary, PO Box 158, 549 Locust St, Sidman, PA
15955 by August 1, 2016: The nomination form (available on the District website, www.fhrangers.org), the
candidate's resume or vita and three letters of support.

A panel of judges (one graduate from each decade since 1940) will evaluate each nomination. No more
than four winners will be chosen in any selection period. Nominations will remain active for two selection
periods. Nominators must be graduates of the Forest Hills SD or its precursor high schools. The chosen
honorees will attend an Alumni Awards Weekend in October.

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~ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ~

Principal’s Corner ~ Mr. Lucas Jacobs summer months when students “forget” what they
have learned in school. Many students are at risk
As we reflect on the 2015-16 school year, please
for summer reading loss. In fact, students can lose
join the Forest Hills Elementary staff and me in ac- up to two months of academic growth when reading
knowledging and celebrating the many exciting
is ignored over the summer. Summer setback is
learning experiences and educational opportunities real, and it is important for parents to encourage
that have taken place for our students at Forest Hills summer reading. Reading over the summer will as-
Elementary. Together we have planned and execut- sist in preventing the summer slide and help stu-
ed best teaching practices and held students to high dents continue to grow academically.
standards and expectations. I want to take a mo-
ment to express my sincere appreciation to the Summer is a very special time for children and is the
teachers, staff, students and families for their dedi-
source of many happy memories. On behalf of the
cation and efforts this year. faculty and staff of Forest Hills Elementary School,

we hope that you and your children enjoy many op-
When students leave school in May, they are leaving portunities to have fun as a family in the weeks
with a wealth of knowledge, skills and abilities that ahead. It is an honor to be the principal of Forest
comes from daily learning and practice. This sum- Hills Elementary School. I look forward to a contin-
mer, I encourage you to set aside time to read with ued partnership devoted to the success of our stu-
your children. We must work together to prevent dents. Have a wonderful and safe summer!
the “summer slide”. The summer slide refers to the

36 Foot Mural Adorns Elementary School

One artist, 2 art teachers, 20 day artist residency, 26 kiln firings, 315 tiles, 1036 students, 1500 pounds
of clay, glaze, glaze, glaze, … and countless smiles. That is what created a 36 foot mural that now sur-
rounds the Forest Hills Elementary School flag pole.

This year, our elementary art students, pre K through 6th grade, designed and created a clay relief mural
that has been installed on the cement wall located at the front of our elementary building. This project
was possible through an Artist-in-Residence program through Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art
(SAMA), and the Arts-in-Education (AIE) Partnership of the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts and support
from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Artist, Bob Zabrosky, a potter at Old Bedford Village, began his residency on January 5, 2016. Under his
direction and the assistance of art teachers Ed Burda and Kathleen Krestar, our students designed, cre-
ated, glazed, and installed the mural which now graces the front of the building. It features a scene de-
picting the 1889 Clubhouse, Lake Conemaugh, marshes, forests, and a colorful meadow. Over the three
and a half months it took to complete this ambitious project, our students learned about local history,
clay relief sculpture, clay molding, wheel thrown pottery, and glazing, glazing, and more glazing.

Seven 6th grade students spent several hours after school to create the front panels which include the
clubhouse and the Forest Hills Elementary School logo.

This collaboration shows how the school community can learn and work together to create a lasting leg-
acy.

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K’Nex Design Challenge

On March 17th, students from Mrs. Hostetler’s 6th grade class participated in the K’Nex STEM Design
Challenge that was held at the IU08, Richland Office. STEM, which is an acronym for Science, Technology,
Engineering, and Mathematics, is vital to our future and the future of our children. STEM is everywhere,
and it shapes our everyday experiences.

THE 2016 CHALLENGE: Teams of four students needed to design an environmentally friendly building that
was at least one meter tall. The team needed to demonstrate the strength of the building, present a bud-
get of their project, and include an inventory of all the pieces used. In addition, the students had to bring a
completed narrative report, a journal, and blueprints of their design to the competition. Finally, each team
had to prepare a presentation on their structure for a panel of judges. The teams were judged on the fol-
lowing categories: creativity, teamwork, challenge success, design, and presentation.

This is the second year in a row that Mrs. Hostetler’s students participated in the K’NEX STEM Design
Challenge. Last year, her students brought home four of the six trophies awarded at the regional competi-
tion, and one of those teams advanced to the state competition in Harrisburg. Having competed last year
at both the regional and, for some, the state level, these students understood the importance of teamwork,
perseverance, and creativity.

After weeks of trial and error, drawing, writing, creating, revising, and after-school practices, it was time
for the competition. First, second, and third place trophies were awarded in the Grades 6-8 division,
which was comprised of approximately 32 teams. Mrs. Hostetler took two 6th grade teams to regionals,
and both Forest Hills teams came home with trophies….1st and 2nd!!!

Members of the 1st place team are: Ian Dobbins, Samantha Heilmann, Eva Spangler, and Dylan
Wechtenhiser. The theme of their building was an ethanol station, “e-car: Cleaner Fuel. Cleaner
World.” And the members of the 2nd place team are: Natalie Carosi, Karlie Ondrejik, Christopher
Ramirez, and Connor Wysocki. Their theme was an eco-friendly hotel, “The Forest Hillton Hotel.”

Congratulations to these students and to Mrs. Hostetler for a job well done! The State Competition was
held on May 13th at Harrisburg University.

JWF Fieldtrip

JWF Industries extended an invitation for 6th grade students to tour and explore their facility. Students
were properly instructed in safety protocol and completed the tour wearing hardhats, earplugs, and
goggles. This fieldtrip provided students with information about multiple career opportunities offered at
JWF, such as welding, human resources, quality control, painting, purchasing, and robotic automation.

Bill Polacek, CEO of JWF, stressed the importance of lifelong learning. Information concerning educa-
tional opportunities was shared as well. Through co-op programs, high school students earn money
while learning valuable skills. Via company incentives, higher education and certifications are encour-

aged.

Students learned about business responsibility and
accountability of the environment. They learned
that air leaving is filtered and cleaner than the air
that originally entered the facility. They had the op-
portunity to view powder coat painting and its ad-
vantages of waste reduction and elimination of paint
odors.

One of the most important lessons learned by visit-

ing this facility, was the opportunity to see first-hand

that in our Johnstown community, a business that

began in a tiny two door garage, with commitment

and a strong work ethic, was able to expand provid-

Remingtyn Smith checking out the powder coat painting process. ing hundreds of jobs for individuals and develop into
an international business.

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Three Forest Hills Elementary Students Achieve
State Wrestling Titles

Three Forest Hills Elementary students were recognized for their wres-
tling talents during the 2015-16 school year. Bo Bassett won the 9-10
year old 60 pound state championship, which is Bo’s second state title.
Erik Gibson won the 11-12 year old 115 pound state championship. Jacob
Yatsky won the 8 year old and under 120 pound state championship. All
three boys were chosen for Team Pennsylvania and wrestle for Young
Guns/Ranger Pride.

6th Grade Spelling Bee

Sixth grade held its annual spelling bee on May
5th in the elementary school cafeteria. The en-
tire sixth grade student body attended the
competition to watch the bee and support
their fellow classmates. All 25 contestants did
a fantastic job and went through several excit-
ing rounds of spelling before the final three
places were decided.

The first place winner was Kayla Clifford. Second place went to Eva Spangler, and the third place winner
was Kayla Units. The winners each received a Books-A-Million gift card and cash prize from the PTO.
Congratulations to all three!

Students as Teachers

Research projects turn into
hands-on teaching experi-
ences for Ms. Ohler’s science
classes. Behind the scenes,
students worked diligently
researching several science
experiments while taking into
account safety concerns as
well as adapting science con-
cepts and vocabulary in a
manner that would facilitate
understanding and participa-
tion of younger stu-
dents. This cross grade level
event proves to be an excit-
ing learning activity for both
the 6th graders and the
younger students. Pictured
are Kirk Bearjar, Luke Dier-
ling, and Tyson Snyder pre-
senting a lesson on the sci-
ence of making ice cream.

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Annual Elementary Band and Chorus Concert Held April 28th

The fifth and sixth grade
bands along with the sixth
grade Rockin’ Rangers,
comprised of over 150
fourth, fifth, and sixth
grade students, demon-
strated their superior mu-
sical abilities at a concert
on April 28th. The bands
performed what they have
learned over the course of
the school year with wind
band music, and today’s
popular songs, “Shut Up
and Dance,” by Walk the
Moon, and “Stitches,” by
Shawn Mendes. The Rock-
in’ Rangers honored veter-
ans who are currently
serving or retired from
their respective military branches during the chorus portion of the concert. The color guard from the St.
Michael American Legion, Local 551, was invited to lead in the singing of the national anthem and to also
be honored for their service. Mr. Kevin Balog was also honored for his 20 years of service to the school
before he retires at the end of this school year; we will miss him! Over 600 people were in attendance for

the spring concert.

The elementary music program has been very
eventful over the past few months! In addition to
the concert, 7 sixth grade students were selected
to represent Forest Hills at PMEA’s annual Band
Fest at Northern Cambria Middle School on April
8th. Ian Dobbins, Jonathan Eggie, Payton
McGough, Karlie Ondrejik, Eva Spangler, Hunter
Stroz, and Dylan Wechtenhiser practiced very
hard and put on an excellent performance with stu-
dents from Bedford, Blair, Cambria, and Somerset
Counties. 126 third grade students have also been
trying out instruments since March to make an in-
formed decision to play flute, clarinet, or trumpet as fourth graders during next school year. Over 250
students have tried out instruments between third, fourth, and fifth grades to decide if they would like to
join the band program for the 2016-17 school year! It has been a fantastic year of learning, growing, and
new experiences!

Raising Funds for Non-Profit Organizations

During the 2015-2016 school year, the elementary student council was able to raise almost $5000 for non
-profit organizations. The student council raised money for Easter Seals, The Women’s Help Center, St.
Jude, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and Muscular Dystrophy. The largest donation went to LLS with
$2,583.08 being donated. The student body of the elementary school had a total donation of
$4,869.00. Great Job, everyone!

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~ MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS ~

Junior High Boys Track & Field

The 2016 Junior High Boys’ Track and Field team turned
in another impressive season after starting the year off
with many events in question. The team started the sea-
son 6-0 before losing 3 of their last 4 to end the season
at 7-3. At the Laurel Mountain Invitational, the following
students placed on the podium. Hunter Potter in the
pole vault, Brycen Rearick in discus, Logan Sarlouis in
the 110 hurdles, Garet Connor in the 400 dash, and
Hadon Staller in the 200 dash. The team placed in the
4x800 relay and the 4x400 relay. The team finished 11th
out of 18 scoring teams.

Junior High Girls’ Track & Field

The Junior High Girls’ Track and Field team presented another small, yet strong crew this season. They
completed an undefeated campaign and were 2016 Laurel Mountain Meet Champions. At Laurel Mountain,
11 out of 17 qualifiers made it to the podium with top medalists as follows: first place in high jump Nikki

Rorar, pole vault Haylee Plummer. Second place
finishers in 4x800 relay with Rosalie DiPaola, Lis
Zajdel, Lacey Greathouse and Taryn Varner; 4x100
relay Haylee Plummer, Alyssa Caddy, Olivia Guil-
larmod, and Corinne Hill; 4x400 relay Paige Debi-
as, Corinne Hill, Lacey Greathouse and Olivia Guil-
larmod; 200 meter Alyssa Caddy. Third place fin-
ishers in 400 meter Paige Debias, 100 meter
Haylee Plummer. At the Altoona Middle School
Meet, the team placed 11th out of a competitive
field of 32 teams (2nd AA team) with 9 out of our 14
qualifiers standing atop the podium. The girls set
goals to achieve team success and accepted the
challenge to once again “max out” their talents.

Forest Hills Junior High Girls’ Volleyball

The Forest Hills Junior High Girls’ Volleyball team finished the season with a record of 8-9 and the 8th
Grade finished with a record of 11-6.

This year’s squad was comprised of six freshmen: Mandi Bearjar, Alexus Boback, Courtney Pisarski,
Alayna (Rosie) Plaza, Kayla Stohon, and Kylie
Wadsworth. These girls have been great exam-
ples of student athletes and role models.
Throughout the season they have demonstrated
discipline, hard work, and dedication. We will tru-
ly miss them next year at the junior high level,
however, are excited to see them continue to ex-
cel in the fall at the high school level.

Next spring we look forward to having another
successful season. Returning next season as
freshmen will be Baylee Snedden, Autumn
Holdsworth, and Sydney McCormick; and returning as eighth graders will be Kenzie Colosimo, Taylor Bur-
da, Kirsten Vitez, Maddie Cecere, Maddy McCall, Anna Wingard, Josie Wehner, Lydia Roman, Claire
Bawiec, Isabella Colbert, Maddiesyn Simmons, and Savannah Miller. These girls contributed greatly to the
success that the team had this season, and will certainly be able to carry that success on into the future.

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~ MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS ~

Junior High Boys’ Basketball

The Junior High Basketball team made
great progress throughout the 2015-2016
season under first year coach Alan Myers.
The team finished with an 11-8 record. After
starting the season 1 and 6, they finished the
season a strong 10 and 2. The Junior High
Boys’ Basketball team went 1-1 in the Jerry
Smith Memorial Tournament losing to Ligo-
nier Valley and beating Ferndale in the con-
solation game. The team put an emphasis
on improving as the year went on, while
learning what it means to be a team player and to display sportsmanship. Hard work, tough defense and
unselfish play were the trademarks of this team. Quinn Spangler led the team with 171 points and Jake
Shope contributed 161 points.

The 7th/8th Grade team also enjoyed great improvement as their season progressed. Under first year
Coach Eric Stone, the team’s continued improvement was evident with the team winning most of their
games from the midpoint of the season to the end. Players learned to appreciate the hard work that
makes a successful basketball team while focusing on the fundamentals of the game. These traits will
help these young men succeed at the next level.

Junior High Girls’ Basketball Notches ending Cambria Height’s undefeated season.
Another Winning Season
Other key contributors included; Kirstyn Vitez,
The Junior High Girls’ Basketball Team added an- Paige Debias, Julia Shima, Taylor Burda, and Joslyn
other winning season to the books, ending the year Wehner.
with a record of 15-5.
The 7th and 8th grade team also tallied up another
Under the leadership of 8th grader Elisabeth Zajdel winning season, which allows the team to look for-
and 7th graders Madeline Cecere and Haley ward to another promising year!
Croyle, the team worked collectively to
reach the high expectations placed upon
them.

Together the girls worked hard to notch a
number of key Laurel Highlands Conference
victories, beating teams from Bishop Guil-
foyle, Central Cambria, and Bishop McCort.
The highlight of the season was beating
Cambria Heights in a very exciting game,

Junior High Wrestling

The Forest Hills Jr. High Wrestling team finished their dual
meet competition with a record of 9-6. They finished the
individual portion of the season at the Mountain Confer-
ence Tournament. There were 8 place winners including:
Tony DiPaola, 85 pounds, 7th place; Ryan Weyandt, 100
pounds, 6th place; Michael Noon, 105 pounds, 5th place;
Denver Miller, 110 pounds, 7th place; Garret Connor, 115
pounds, 7th place; Ryan Latshaw, 145 pounds, 4th place;
Mason Rodgers, 165 pounds, 3rd place; Bryce Rearick, 185
pounds, 5th place.

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~ VARSITY SPORTS ~

Varsity Baseball

The 2016 baseball campaign was very successful and rewarding. The six seniors continued the excellence
of the baseball program by making the playoffs again and winning their first round game against Bald Eagle
Area. The team also won the Boswell Tournament for the second consecutive year. Each senior left their
own positive impression on the program. Blaine Harteis earned the Senior Award for three years of superior
production. He amassed 81 hits and 68 runs batted in during his career at Forest Hills. Sam Vought also will
be missed for his tremendous production dur-
ing his tenure. He had a .331 overall batting
average during his four letter winning sea-
sons and shared the team lead in RBI with 20.
Tanner Polinski was also a four year letter
winner and had an average of almost .400
combined in his career. He had 77 total runs
scored along with 80 total hits. He also had
positive contributions pitching, including a
superior 5-0 shutout in the playoff game.
Robbie Bambino was a 3 year starting catcher
and was as good defensively as any catcher in
many years. Jacob Penatzer had a positive
attitude and was a team player. Dominic
Panick was injured during his senior year and
couldn’t play, but was a part of the team and
had many great moments in the Ranger uniform. Underclassmen played a vital part of the success of the
team this year. Junior Jared Wehner earned the Laurel Highlands award, winning 5 games on the mound
along with having the best batting average on the team .400, as well as the most hits with 24, along with 20
RBI. He also was named player of the game for his pitching performance in the Boswell tournament. Anoth-
er Junior, Nathan Kundrod hit .339 and solidified the outfield. Sophomore Ryan Richardson hit .327 and
played a solid first base, along with his contributions pitching. Two exceptional freshmen played pivotal
roles on this year’s team. Adam Cecere hit .387, shared the most hits with 24, and was the leader in Earned
Run Average of 1.86. He was also named the outstanding pitcher in the Boswell Jaycees tournament. Fellow
freshman Jake Shope was named the most valuable player in the tournament, he also hit .329 and led the
team in runs scored with 29. He also won 2 games and had a save on the mound. Other contributors to this
year’s varsity team includes Connor Hudson, Matt Norton, Evan Kundrod, Nick Peretin, and Sam Cobaugh,
along with Brian Bernard who was injured this year. These players will be counted on in the future. The Jun-
ior Varsity had an outstanding season with 9 wins and 3 losses. The team had their annual Youth League
camp and also made a trip to Baltimore.

Jill Scott to Continue Playing Career at St. Francis

On February 5, 2016 Jill Scot became only the 7th girl in the history of the Forest
Hills Girls’ basketball program to reach the 1000 point plateau. Jill finished the
game against rival Central Cambria with 23 points to lead the Lady Rangers to a
61 to 43 victory. Jill ended her career at Forest Hills with 1053 points. She has a
deep love for the game having played since 1st grade. She was a key member of 3
District VI championship teams and earned a varsity letter each of her 4 years
with the program. Jill also lettered 3 years in track and field. Jill was selected
this year to play in both the Altoona Mirror Basketball Classic All-Star game and
AmeriServ Hoops Showcase All-Star game.

Jill will continue her athletic career at St. Francis University on an athletic schol-
arship becoming one of only a handful of Forest Hills athletics to compete at the
Division I level.

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Girls’ Track Team Repeats as District Champions

The Varsity Girls’ Track team completed another impressive season by winning their 5th District VI Champi-
onship in the past 6 years. The team scored 97 points to out distance runner -up Central Cambria by 19
points. The win earned the team back-to-back perfect seasons winning every meet in which they competed.
Along with winning the district meet they won the Bedford Invitational, Northern Bedford Invitational, West
Central Coaches Meet, LHAC Meet, finished the season undefeated (12-0) and won their 7th straight Laurel
Highlands Conference title.

The team’s success was the result of many girls scoring
many points. At the district meet the team scored points
in 16 of the 18 events, including double place winners in
5 events. The team scored 100+ points in 11 of their 12
dual meets and in 3 of the major meets. 19 girls brought
home 155 individual awards from major meets. 32 girls
scored at least 1 point during the season and 25 earned
a varsity letter on a team that was 51 girls strong.

Ten girls qualified for the PIAA State Meet in 7 events.
The 4X800 meter relay team of sophomores Kelsy Valko
and Cassi Smith, junior Josie Smith, and freshman Emily
Montag (3rd at the district meet and 10th at the state
meet), senior Kaitlyn Kline in the 100 meter hurdles (2nd
at the district meet and 21st at the state meet) and the
300 hurdles (4th at the district meet and 17th at the state meet), junior Jordan McIntosh in the 100 meter hur-
dles (3rd at the district meet and 18th at the state meet) and in the 300 hurdles (3rd at the district meet and 15th
at the state meet), junior Taylor Johns in the high jump (3rd at the district meet and 19th at the state meet),
freshman Victoria Koeck in the high jump (2nd at the district meet and 18th at the state meet), junior Courtney
Cecere in the discus (3rd at the district meet and 22nd at the state meet) and sophomore Zoe Roush in the
long jump (3rd at the district meet and 23rd at the state meet and triple jump (3rd at the district meet and 22nd
at the state meet).

Kaitlyn Kline set a new school record in the 300 hurdles at the district meet. Her time of 46.28 seconds bet-
tered the old mark of 46.29 set by Jordan McIntosh earlier in the year. Victoria Koeck tied the high jump
school record with a jump if 5’4” at the Laurel Highland’s Conference Meet. She joins Kelly Beyer and Sa-
mantha Deitle who both cleared 5’4” in 2012. The girls’ varsity track team is coached by Tom Hunter and
Scott Krise.

Varsity Boys’ Track

The varsity boys’ track team completed another winning season. The boys compiled an 8-4 overall record
which included wins against Bishop Carroll, Bishop Guilfoyle, Bishop McCort, Cambria Heights, Johnstown,
Richland, Somerset, and Windber. The team added a 2nd place finish at the United Invitational, a 9th place
finish at the West Central Coaches’
meet, a 6th place finish at the Laurel
Highlands Conference meet, and a
12th place finish at the District VI
Championships. Overall, 15 boys
qualified for the district meet with 11
placing in their events. The 4x400
team qualified for the State Champi-
onship meet with a 1st place finish at
districts with a time of 3:28.75, break-
ing the school record. The team was
composed of Jon Long, Erik Kudlawiec, Alex Hook, and Dallas McClintock. Dallas McClintock also broke
the school record in the 400m dash with a time of 51.44. Overall, the team took tremendous strides from last
year and competed hard in every meet. The team was coached by Robert Petrunak and Shannon Petrunak.

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FOREST HILLS WRESTLING

The wrestling team finished the
year with a record of 7-8. The big-
gest hurdle the team faced this
year was inexperience. Only hav-
ing one senior on the team and
just a couple juniors the team
mainly consisted of sophomores.
The team started out the season
0-3, but showed resilience
throughout the whole season bat-
tling back to a near 500 record.
The team improved every week
and will look to keep improving carrying more experience into next season.
The individual season had some bright spots. All the wrestlers wrestled tough at districts with many of
them close to qualifying for the Southwest Regional Tournament (Districts 5, 6, 7), but came up just short.
Byron Daubert was the only wrestler to qualify for the regional tournament placing 4th at the district tour-
nament. Byron went onto the regional tournament with a goal of making it to the PIAA State Champion-
ships, in which he would have to place in the top 6 of the regional tournament. Byron accomplished that
goal and made his first trip to the state tournament held in Hershey, PA. This is quite an accomplishment
being that Byron is just a freshman.
With the team being so young, the future looks bright for the Forest Hills wrestling team and they will
continue to work hard in hopes of a better season next year.

Forest Hills Rifle Team

By the numbers: 6-6 on the season. We were in contention for almost every match. Even in our losses,
we were within 20-30 points of the win. Compared to other sports, we were a few foul shots, a soccer
goal, or an extra point away from the win. The team was always proud and very competitive. We were
also very successful at states this year. The team ended up 8th overall and we gained 30 points from our
2014-2015 score.

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Varsity Boys’ battled back and forth all Garrett has now record- spot in the District VI

Volleyball season winning a game ed 613 kills in his varsity playoffs. In the first round
or two in a row and then career and is 13 kills shy the Rangers traveled to
The Rangers were excit-
ed for the 2016 season to dropping a game or two. of tying the school record Central. FH brought their
begin as they had high The varsity team ended going into his senior A-game as they pulled off
expectations for the sea-
son, again hoping to re- up with an overall record year, which was set by the upset victory, rolling
turn to the District VI of 9-9 with wins over Kevin Ickes in 2015. Gar- over Central 3-1 and ad-
Championship for the West Shamokin (2), rett was also selected for vanced to the District VI
third straight year. The
Rangers faced some stiff Northern Cambria (2), the Mid State Boys Vol- Championship game for
competition throughout Huntingdon (1), Central leyball All-Star team for the 3rd straight year and
the year and overcame
some obstacles due to (1), DuBois (2), and a win the second year in a row 5th time in 6 years. The
injuries; however, they over #2 seed Central in and was also selected for Rangers were up against
still made it to the District
VI Championship game the District VI semifinals the District VI All-District the #1 seed, Bishop Guil-
as the #3 seed after up- (the Rangers were the #3 AA first team. Junior foyle, who had beaten the
setting the #2 seed Cen-
tral. seed). The Junior Varsity Nate Valko led the team Rangers twice in regular
Rangers ended up with a with 585 assists in a sin- season. The Rangers
final record of 7-9, with gle season and is on gave all they had and

wins over West Shamokin track to surpass the 1000 played to the last point in
(2), Huntingdon (2), Al- assist milestone and po- this very exciting match;

toona (1), DuBois (1), and tentially break the school however they were una-
Northern Cambria (1). record (1124 assists set ble to beat the Marauders
The Rangers jumped out Over the past 6 seasons by Tim Kestermont in
to a strong 3-0 start at and fell 3-0 (25-10, 26-24,

under Head Coach Jason 2013). Senior Joel Barton 25-20). Next year the
the beginning of the sea- Layman and Assistant
led the team in serving Rangers look forward to
son with wins over West Coach Tim Kestermont, with 97% accuracy rat- having have another suc-
Shamokin, Northern
the Rangers have man- ing, recording 233 serves cessful season as they
Cambria, and Hunting- aged to accrue 62 Dis- and only 7 errors.
don. They then dropped will be returning 7 letter-

the next 2 games to Cen- trict VI match wins and For the 6th straight year, man and 6 varsity start-
tral (#2 seed in District the Rangers earned a ers.
35 tournament match
wins for a total of 97 var-
VI) and Altoona (District sity match wins.
VI AAA Champion). Dis-
Junior Garrett Donoughe
trict VI was very competi- led the team in kills (315),
tive this year and on any
given night, any team kill percentage (44%),
hitting percentage
could win. It was tough to
put together a long win- (0.326), serving aces
(44), blocks (103), serve/
ning streak with the
tough level of competi- receive passer rating
(2.59), and digs (115).
tion, and the Rangers

Rangers Return to Playoffs

Led by a strong group of seniors as well as very skilled underclassmen, the varsity basketball team was
able to gather many accomplishments during the 2015-2016 season. These accomplishments include win-
ning the Forest Hills Tip-Off Tournament, winning the Boswell Jaycees Holiday Tournament, and returning
to the playoffs by sporting a record of 13-11.

The success of the Ranger Team this year can be attributed to the players’ work ethic, positive attitude and
teamwork. Fan support was outstanding at home games, as the Rangers had a tremendous home court ad-
vantage tallying 9 wins in 11 home games.

This year’s seniors, Alex Hook, Erik Kudlawiec,
Dominic Panick, Jordan Schrock, Ian Slifko, Tyler
Smith, and Ian Wieczorek, have set a high
standard and have left their mark on the pro-
gram. The seniors’ effort and leadership will be
missed, but the future of the program looks
bright. There are many talented underclassmen
returning who will lead the Rangers next season.

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contenders, North kets but eventually their

Star. The team went experience and foul

into Christmas break shooting gave them the

with six straight wins. sought after District VI

The Lady Rangers’ championship.

pursuit led them to a The Lady Rangers went

Boswell Christmas into the state tournament

Tournament Champi- and won their first round

onship over North Star game versus Conrad

(this was only one of Weiser and found them-

North Star’s 2 losses selves in the Sweet Six-

during the season) , teen. They lost to a tough

Varsity Girls’ list. This was going to ended their league South Park but ended an-

prove more difficult as the play 12-4, keeping them other successful season
Lady Rangers would need
Basketball to battle each and every out of the Laurel High- for the Lady Ranger Bas-
day to make their dreams lands championship bout ketball Team.
The Lady Ranger Basket- come true and solidify yet ending up third in the
ball team entered the them once again as a top To accent the season,
year with a profound contender. LHAC and heading into Courtney Cecere, junior
change in line-up since the district playoffs for point guard, was named
the last season as they The season started with a to the All-State AAA Third
lost three players and FH Tip-off Tournament the 13th consecutive Team., and senior Ashley
needed to make adjust- Championship but this year. In the champion- Rok was nominated for
ments to positional play- would be the first time the and awarded the District
ers. The team had defi- Lady Rangers did not ship versus an aggressive VI Sportsmanship Schol-
nite plans – a return to the bring home their own Bedford Bison team, the arship. Jill Scott and
Laurel Highlands Champi- crown. They lost to even- Rangers fell behind quick- Ashley Rok also were
onship game and a repeat tual state tournament named to the Ameriserv
win in the District VI AAA ly, but late in the third All-Star Classic Hoops
championship to head the quarter, Carly Stigers Team.

was fouled and made her
foul shots count, which

evened the score. The
Lady Rangers traded bas-

Varsity Softball last year; however, the standing defense, bat- mores, a junior and sen-
Lady Rangers had some ting, and leadership. ior in the starting line-up.
The team’s goal to have a outstanding freshmen Olivia was selected as Courtney Golden was our
the LHAC All-Conference
winning season and and sophomores who player for the second second pitcher and start-
make the playoffs was stepped it up a notch. straight season, nominat- ing third baseman and
accomplished with a rec- ed for the PA all-star
This year looked promis- team and led the Rang- named Most Improved
ord of 10 & 10. The first ing after a 5-2 start, but ers with a .508 batting Player of the Year. Our
week of playoffs the team then we were plagued average. Olivia has bat- sophomores again
ted over 500 three years
completed the season with illness and injuries. in a row, has 107 hits in played a key role in this
with a make-up game be- After getting everyone three years and is being season’s success. Our
recruited by many colleg-
fore our playoffs and back the first week of es. goal next year will be to
ended up losing; howev- May, we had a very tough challenge for the LHAC
In the end we had four
er, that loss helped us to schedule remaining. Our freshmen, three sopho- title and work towards a
rally and become strong- captains, Kaylee Stigers
er for our 1st round con- District VI Championship.
and Olivia Gregorich, be-
test against Penn Cam- came leaders for our
bria who had defeated us young Lady Rangers.

twice in the regular sea- Kaylee, our
son. Forest Hills was starting pitch-

able to defeat the Pan- er and only
thers in this playoff con- senior, helped
test by a score of 5-2. We
motivate our
took our next playoff young team.
game to Ligonier Valley, Olivia Gre-

who held a 17-3 record. gorich, a jun-
The Rangers took a 3-1 ior, helped

loss to end the season. motivate these

It was not an easy task young girls
replacing five starting with her out-

seniors lost to graduation

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