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CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

FEATURING CPI PARENTS

Call us: (814) 359-2793 Email us: [email protected] Visit us at: www.cpi.edu FIND US ON TChoe mlys

WINTER 2017 NEWSLETTER

STUDENT SpECIAL NEWS CAMPUS SEMESTER

ACHIEVEMENT VISITORS WORTHY HIGHLIGHTS HAPPENINGs

PLUS MORE>>>

APMRESESASGEIDFREOMNTHTE CPI NEWS Students PARTICIPATE IN Day of Caring

At CPI, we think that every parent and student CPI Earns Leadership Award Several CPI students spent the Day of Caring at the
should be aware of the opportunities available Centre County Library Pennsylvania Room and Historical
through career and technical education. This Pictured here are Lee Burket, Department of Education, James Museum in Bellefonte. The students archived newspapers,
issue of our newsletter features parents and their Ruffalo, Case Construction Equipment, Marianne Hazel, rearranged storage areas, and assisted as needed with
CPI students. Parents from four families share Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology various other tasks. Pictured here are MaryAnn Volders,
their experiences and that of their students. You (CPI), Keith Grimes, Groff Tractor and Equipment Inc., and Vice-President of Secondary Education, Justine Bressler
will find that these parents make a compelling Andy King, CPI, who made a presentation on their global (Grade 11-Penns Valley), Makayla Tice (Grade 12-Penns
case regarding the programs, faculty and partnership at the Pennsylvania Workforce Development Valley), Josh Cole (Grade 12-Penns Valley), Zach McMaster
administrative support, and quality of their Association’s 32nd Annual Employment, Training, and (Grade 10-Bellefonte), Ashley Butts (Grade 10-Bellefonte),
students’ experiences at CPI. Education Conference. During the presentation, the team and Robbin Zirkle, Information Services Librarian. Also
The 2016-2017 school year is already halfway described the history and development of the partnership, as participating in the activity but not pictured is Christopher
over and we have again chosen to use the well as the benefits to CPI, Groff, Case, and most importantly, Shultz (Grade 12-Bald Eagle.)
newsletter to highlight the accomplishments and students. CPI was also awarded the 2016 Pennsylvania
successes of our students, share select happenings Department of Education’s prestigious Education Workforce Culinary Teams with Local Rotary
at CPI, and introduce our new faculty and staff. Leadership Award in recognition of this partnership.
As you will see, we are having a great school year! It was “all hands on deck” on the afternoon of the annual
Looking ahead to the 2017-2018 school year, if LAC Members Enjoy Lunch Meeting Pleasant Gap Rotary Club Christmas Dinner. Each year the
you are the parent of an 8th or 9th grader who Rotary partners with CPI’s Culinary Arts program to provide
participated in Career Days, I encourage you to Every school year CPI administration convenes two guests with a no-charge evening Christmas dinner on the
talk about your student’s day at CPI with them. meetings of the schoolwide Local Advisory Committee first Thursday of December. Pictured here are Pleasant Gap
Of the nearly 500 students spending the day with (LAC) to solicit input from students, parents, local Rotary Club members working with students in the Culinary
us, eight-two percent (82%) responded that they business and industry representatives, and elected officials Arts program on turkeys and hams for the dinner. Donations
had a somewhat favorable or highly favorable on program offerings, labor market demands, and skillsets from businesses and individuals in Pleasant Gap and the
impression of CPI. needed in the workplace. As part of the meeting, LAC surrounding area make the dinner possible.
As reminders, the CPI Spring Open House is members are served a working lunch prepared by students
scheduled for Thursday, March 2 from 4:00 – in CPI’s Culinary Arts program. Pictured here are Margie SUPPORTING St. Jude’s
7:00 PM. Families and the public are welcome Eby, Charlotte Harris, Ken Hassinger, Pat Knoblock,
to attend and learn first-hand about CPI’s Dave Dix, Doreen Koleno, Sue Hannegan, and Marcie Pictured in their Breast Cancer Awareness tee shirts are the
career-technical education programs. Also, we Lynch Asseta. afternoon students from CPI’s Cosmetology program, along
are now accepting applications for enrollment in with instructor Linda Heverly-Ferenchick. During the last
our fall post-secondary education programs. The week of October, the tee shirts, baked goods, and hot dogs
number of openings is limited and I encourage were sold by the program raising $1412.05. All of the proceeds
you to contact the post-secondary education from the fundraiser were donated to St. Jude Children’s
office soon. Post-secondary student financial aid Research Hospital to help fight pediatric cancer and other
is available to those who qualify. childhood diseases.
Thank you for the opportunity to work with
your students. I pledge that we will do our best Fundraising for the Food Bank
to make every student successful. If you have any
questions or something to share to help us do The Information Technology/Cisco class, under direction of
even better, please email me at [email protected]. Alan Capparelle, held a bake sale and food drive. Proceeds
I hope you enjoy this issue of the newsletter. All of were donated to the Faith Centre Food Bank in Bellefonte.
us at CPI take great pride in the accomplishments All students participated and many donated baked goods
and successes of our students. made by themselves or a family member. In total, the program
Dr. Richard C. Makin, President raised $165 and gathered eight grocery bags of non-perishable
food. Pictured here are three members of the morning CPI
program managing the bake sale. From left to right: Seth
Foster, Nicholas Turner, and Lakhota Heverly.

CPI’S STRENGTH ... The Shultz Family Aside from the social aspect of CPI, Christopher said year. She is currently a junior who first thought
he chose CPI because he felt the education would cosmetology would be her future, then realized she
PARENTS Denise Shultz has been nothing but pleased with the put him ahead of others in his field. It seems he is wanted to get into the nursing field. Her mother has
opportunities CPI has provided her son Christopher. correct as he is already thriving as a photographer and been in the medical field for over 20 years and knows
SCUAPRPEORETRIN&G They both agree that CPI has put him in contact with is putting his skills and education to good use. He the medical field is very reliable. After some discussion,
people and experiences he otherwise would not have has taken photographs for the Central Pennsylvania Cirstynn entered the Medical Sciences program and
TECHNICAL*PHOTO#1 had. For instance, as Christopher was competing in has been there since. She now knows she wants to
SkillsUSA where he took first place in photography Like-minded“SHARINGACLASSROOM WITH become a registered nurse and is exploring her post-
EDUCATION! the past two years, he met a representative from The secondary options.
Academy for Media Production (AMP) who wanted pCeAopRleEPUERRSUIGNGOsAimiLlaSr When asked about the decision to enroll their
The location has remained the same, but the Christopher to bring his talents to their school so children at CPI, the Comlys had no difficulty in
campus has changed and so has its name. The much that they offered him a scholarship. Denise HELPS STUDENTS STAY FOCUSED!” supporting their children. “I believe every child
Centre County Vocational-Technical School said, “If it weren’t for CPI he wouldn’t have that should attend CPI. Our school provides the education
or “Tech” as the locals used to call it, was opportunity or even know about AMP.” Region Sports Car Club of America events, weddings, at no cost for our students, it allows them to interact
renamed in 1998 and since has been known as When asked if CPI was a good fit for her son, birthday parties, and has had a booth at the Bellefonte with others outside their school, and allows them
The Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science without hesitation Denise began explaining the Craft Fair. Recently Christopher was invited to take to experience what life may be like after school,”
and Technology (CPI). various reasons why it was. Among other things, pictures during a benefit for Hero Fund America, said Melissa. As a mother of athletes, Melissa also
she listed the places he has travelled, the friends he an organization that honors first responders across appreciates her children’s ability to participate in
Just as CPI has transformed over the years to meet has made, the atmosphere in the building and the America. The event, which is car rally, will come to an sports and still be able to attend CPI, noting that their
the needs of the local workforce and industries, it understanding and knowledgeable staff. “Christopher end at the Ground Zero memorial in New York City. home school provides transportation for them to leave
has also helped to transform many young adults’ felt comfortable with CPI from the start.” She said Upon completion of his coursework in Photography CPI when they need to attend an event. It is clear
lives, along with some older ones as well. Some “Being a teen is an awkward time for most kids and and Video Production at AMP, Christopher would Toby and Melissa also contemplated the impact CPI
students have arrived unsure of their direction, trying to fit in and make new friends in a different one day like to travel the world working for National might have on their children as well. They feel CPI
while others had a clear vision about their career environment can be trying. There were no issues like Geographic. A pretty lofty goal for a teenager, yet one allowed their children to focus on a career early and
choices. Regardless, CPI has been a place that has that with him at CPI. He’s always felt welcomed and that doesn’t appear to be out of his reach. After all, he explore their fields of interest. Rather than spending
helped numerous people not only find themselves appreciated for his differences.” She explained how is well on his way. money on tuition for a post-secondary school and later
along the way, but has also helped them develop her son chose the Advertising and Commercial Arts finding out they had chosen the wrong career field, the
skills for a successful future. program and did not realize he and his classmates The Comly Family Comly’s see CPI as an opportunity for their children
would have so many similarities, which made the to acquire valuable training without the added cost.
decision to attend CPI an easy transition. Having As the result of 9th grade visits and discussions Melissa added, “There was no extreme expense to us
the comfort to show his true colors has helped to that followed, Melissa and Toby Comly have sent and this would allow them to decide if this is what they
propel Christopher into a confident young man. two children to CPI and both children seem to be wanted to do in life.”
Surrounding himself with like-minded people following paths similar to their parents. Toby attended
with similar goals has also helped to solidify his CPI for the Heavy Equipment Operations program
goals moving forward. where he received top honors in his graduating class
in 1990, and his son Colton is a 2015 graduate of
the same program. Melissa said “Sending Colton to
CPI was an easy choice because he has been around
heavy equipment all of his life and he knew that’s
what he wanted to do.” Both Colton and Toby are
employed at HRI doing what they love and making a
comfortable living.
The Comly’s daughter, Cirstynn did not have things
quite as figured out when she visited CPI her freshmen

The Heverly Family ON A CAREER“CPI OFFERS A ENVIRONMENT TO FOCUS 1984. Outside of his opportunities to attend a post- GRADUATES
secondary school to pursue a Mechanical Engineering
An administrator at Bald Eagle Area Middle High FIELD WHILE ACTING As A degree, Corby has aspirations to enter the Lineman MAKING CPI PROUD
School, Danielle Heverly is happy with her son’s choice Apprentice Program.
to attend CPI because it is a place she feels he can STRONG MOTIVATOR On the other hand, there is Quin, their daughter GRADUATE PROMOTED TO RECRUITER
pursue his passion in computers. The mother side of who could not focus in a conventional school setting.
her is proud too, because she feels he made a decision TO SUCCEED IN ACADEMIC COURSES.” Doreen said she was concerned for her daughter’s future Gary Johnson, a recent graduate of CPI’s new
that was both mature and thoughtful and will after high school and was certain college would not CDL “A” Extended Program and current Driver/
hopefully be an asset to his future. “He truly does love The Heverlys also noticed a difference in Lakhota’s be an option. For a while, it appeared as though CPI Recruiter for TransAm Trucking, returned to recruit
computers, so the Information Technology program willingness to socialize with others. Normally a shy wasn’t going to be an option either. After a successful students from his alma mater. Johnson graduated
just made sense for him.” Lakhota is a sophomore who kid, Lakhota has met students from different schools beginning to her CPI career, a sequence of untimely from CPI’s CDL A Program in September 2016 and
struggles in a traditional school setting because, like and has re-established some friendships with others events occurred and Quin was left wondering if she shortly thereafter accepted a job as a Driver with
some students, the topics of importance seem to escape from his home school that he may not have if they had a place at CPI. She had discussed finishing her TransAm Trucking. Having quickly demonstrated
his interest easily. Conflicts with his parents about were not in the same program together. Some of their senior year at her home school instead of attending his capabilities, Gary was given the additional
focus, organization, quality of work, and seriousness interactions are mainly through social media, yet CPI. After a call from Doreen to MaryAnn Volders, responsibility of Driver/Recruiter. Pictured above
about grades on his future were a constant. “He seems they’ve noticed he has expanded his circle of friends. CPI Director of Secondary Education, things would is CPI’s Lead CDL Instructor Dave Priester (left)
to be coming into his own at CPI,” said Danielle, “the Danielle remarked, “Kids today don’t interact like we change. Quin met with Mrs. Volders who had arranged and Gary Johnson (right) with his 2016 Automatic
struggles are still there, but CPI has been good for him. did. For better or worse, it’s the world we live in, but a meeting with a few teachers. Ultimately, Quin struck TransAm tractor and trailer.
In my job, I see the value in all academics and want all we’re happy he’s finding his niche.” They both agree a chord with Heavy Equipment Operations instructor
students to succeed including my own. CPI not only that seeing him more interested in attending school Mike Holtzinger and the rest is history. RETURNING TO HELP
provides a place for him to focus on a career field has been a positive effect of attending CPI. Lakhota is After one year in the program, Quin took the
he enjoys, but it also serves as a strong motivator unsure of his future plans, but now he and his parents National Occupational Competency Testing Institute CPI faculty keep in touch with and mentor their
for him to put more effort into his academic course have some meaningful discussions about his options. (NOCTI) exam and also tested for an apprenticeship students well after their graduation from the school.
work. It also gives him the option to go to college or into the International Union of Operating Engineers In turn, CPI graduates often support their alma mater
right into a career.” The Koleno Family (IUOE). She did very well on both exams, as she in many ways. Pictured above are Mike Holtzinger,
Many parents like the Heverlys may have had similar achieved an “Advanced” score on the NOCTI, the Heavy Equipment Operations instructor, and 2016
experiences with their children. Gary, Lakhota’s dad Darin and Doreen Koleno have experienced both ends highest rating for that exam and is now in her third graduate MaKenzie Witmer, currently enrolled
said, “Some children are simply not wired to work of the continuum concerning their children in school. year as an apprentice for the IUOE. Calling CPI in the Heavy Equipment Operations program at
through a textbook while getting instruction and On one hand, there is Corby, an honors-level student a “huge blessing,” Doreen says she owes the school, Penn College. Witmer volunteered her time at the
assistance from a teacher. I think my son is capable of who is regimented in his approach to school. The Mrs. Volders, and Mr. Holtzinger a debt of gratitude. Careers on Wheels event in early fall.
doing that, but it’s just not easy for him. He’s a kid sophomore is also a student in the Precision Machining Without their involvement and ability to guide Quin
who needs something that is more hands-on. Although program at CPI, a program his dad graduated from in in the right direction, the outcome may not have been
there is theory involved in the CPI classroom setting, as successful.
Lakhota also has the opportunity to work with his Doreen also understands there is a stigma attached
hands while learning about computer components.” to career and technical education and would like
others to understand that children like her son
should not be directed away from CPI because they
are academically successful. Rather it is a place
to enhance education and give students greater
opportunities. In the back drop of this story is Corby
who may draw less attention because he seems to
be following his path to success and may need little
intervention, yet there are plenty of students like
Corby at CPI. In fact CPI’s program areas are filled
with students with differing abilities, goals and paths
to follow. Some will need a point in the right direction
while others may need a monumental shift.

CPI can offer one guarantee…
that it will continue to serve as a
compass for all students as they
find themselves along their way.

OAC Members Meet Diesel Technician AND Student Athlete Fire No Match For EMERGENCY SERVICES Students HERE IF YOU NEED US
Many CPI students arrange their schedules Just a reminder, if you need
Faculty in both secondary and in order to participate in seasonal sports Dressed in their turnout gear, students from the anything or have any concerns
postsecondary programs at the Central programs at their respective sending schools. Emergency Services program approach a car fire with please feel free to stop by and see
Pennsylvania Institute of Science and One such student is Anna Lawrence, a instructor Mark Keller at the Centre County Public me. I’m always here to help in
Technology (CPI) recently held their Bellefonte-12th grader in CPI’s Diesel Safety Training Center. During the exercise, students any way that I can and to make
fall Occupational Advisory Committee Technology program. Anna is shown here learned about nozzle positioning and control, fire your experience at CPI a safe
(OAC) meetings. Pictured here are holding a local newspaper article which science, and hoseline management. This realistic training experience. Remember, if you see
members of the Early Childhood featured her and Bellefonte volleyball also allows them to become accustomed to their gear and something, say something.
Education advisory committee. From teammates in an impressive comeback win. equipment while working around hazardous conditions. Officer Dickey
left are – Roxie Nestlerode, Amy Wible, Through 2024 the emergency services field is expected School Resource Officer
Kristine Royer, Early Childhood CPI Students Earning College Credits to grow by 24%, which is much faster than the national
Instructor, Erin Gearhart, and Taylor average when compared to other occupations. Keystone Guests Visit CPI
Rupert, CPI Student. As part of the For the past six years, CPI students have been earning college
meetings, OAC members enjoyed a credits through a partnership with the Pennsylvania College Two Special Visitors to CPI CPI recently hosted two special guests from the
wonderful variety of appetizers prepared of Technology. The program, Penn College NOW (PC Keystone Central School District (KCSD) at the
by the CPI Culinary Arts program. NOW), allows CPI to offer free dual enrollment courses Pictured here are life-long friends Gert annual Superintendents and Board Presidents’
to students in various programs. Last year, PC NOW saved Aron and Bobby Heinsohn with CPI Christmas luncheon. Pictured here are Kelly
CPI Dad Gets Special Guest students and their families over $103,000. Pictured here Adult Cosmetology instructor, June Hastings, Superintendent-KCSD, Joellen
are CPI students who recently passed the placement exam Murray. Both gentlemen are from Chappelle, Administrative Assistant to the
For one Bellefonte 8th grade student, for PC NOW and who have begun courses this fall. Penn Germany and retired Penn State Superintendent, Richard Makin, President-CPI,
Career Day turned out to be much College is one of several post-secondary institutions with faculty members. The two visited, got and Theresa Brickley, Administrative Assistant
more than learning about and getting whom CPI has articulation agreements. haircuts, and enjoyed some spirited to the CPI President.
hands-on experience in the 19 career- conversation with the staff at CPI.
technical education programs at CPI. MATTERS OF THE HEART PROVING IT’S NOT IMPOSSIBLE
Pictured here is Samantha Fike having 100% PASS RATE IN DENTAL ASSISTING
lunch in the school cafeteria with her In a clinical exercise, CPI instructor Christine Reid’s
dad John Fike, instructor in CPI’s Medical Science students recently dissected hearts. The CPI Dental Assisting Instructor Mindi Tobias’ afternoon Charlotte Martin, a 2016 graduate of CPI’s Advertising
Diesel Technology program. Two cow and deer hearts donated by Mark’s Custom Meats gave students went six for six on an industry required Dental Arts program has always impressed. She completed three
hundred (200) Bellefonte 8th grade them the opportunity to explore the size and fat content of Assisting National Board Infection Control Certification. years of work in two years, was named the program’s
students participated in Career Day hearts while identifying their basic structures. Students also This exam is comprised of the most up-to-date standards Outstanding Student, and earned a perfect score in
activities at CPI. located major arteries and veins, the chambers and valves, for dental office procedures on management of hazardous the SkillsUSA district Advertising Design competition.
and compared differences in size between the right and left materials and infection control. Pictured, from left to Now she has done something almost unheard of in
ventricles. Pictured here displaying the dissected hearts are right are: Ashley Rockey, Amanda Witmer, Hannah today’s graphic design field. At 19, she has was offered a
(left to right): Madison Jones, Elisa Shadow, Lindsey Emel, Confer, Madison Perry, and Erinn Cavanaugh. Sarah position from a firm in Lancaster as a graphic designer
and Madison Cox. McClure, who is not pictured also passed the exam. based on her CPI portfolio. Pictured here are Charlotte
and her instructor, Yana Boyd.

Chef Educates GuestS on Meal Preparation 2017 CPI WELCOMES...

An amuse-bouche is a single, bite-sized hors d’œuvre. Nicole St. Clair
Amuse-bouches are different from appetizers in that
they are not ordered from a menu by patrons, but are Practical Nursing Instructor
served gratis and according to the chef ’s selection alone I am thrilled to be joining CPI as a PN instructor. I look
as a treat of the chef. Always the teacher, CPI’s Chef\ forward to reaching out to the students in our community
Instructor Tim Beckenbaugh explains the concept and and helping shape the nurses of the future. I am thankful
his selection to guests at the annual CPI Christmas for this opportunity and am fortunate to be part of such a
luncheon. Shown here are Leslie Elder, Administrative wonderful and welcoming school.
Assistant to the Superintendent-Bellefonte ASD, Tammie
Burnaford, Assistant to the Superintendent-Bellefonte Cortney Baney
ASD, Jeff Miles, Superintendent-Bald Eagle ASD, Chef
Beckenbaugh-CPI, Claudia Schall, Secretary to the Practical Nursing Instructor
Superintendent-Bald Eagle ASD, and Tom Letterman, As I’m learning the role of a PN instructor, I’ve realized
Board President-Bald Eagle ASD. that this is more than just any regular job. This is a job that
motivates me to bring my “A game” every single day because
WELCOME DR. SAYLOR COSMO STUDENTS TEACH THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2017 that’s what our students deserve. I’m really enjoying my
time teaching and am looking forward to continuing
superintendent of the Bellefonte Area School DISTRICT Each year CPI Cosmetology instructor Linda Heverly- joint operating committee (JOC) MEMBERS to grow here at CPI!
Ferenchick hosts a “family day” for her students, parents,
The late start on her career has had no impact on her relatives, and family friends. She uses this opportunity to Henry Yeagley, Chairperson Cheniene Leiter
success and transition upward as a professional. This past introduce herself and overview the Cosmetology program
June, Dr. Michelle Saylor dropped the “interim” label while meeting those who are important in her students’ Penns Valley Area School District CPI Adjunct Instructor
from her title and was named the Superintendent of the lives. Visitors are also invited to become both clients and I am very fortunate to be offered a position within CPI.
Bellefonte Area School District. Coming into her role, students, while the students become instructors. Before Mary Ann Hamilton, Vice-Chairperson The students and faculty are great to work with. I look
Saylor sought to gain the trust of her faculty and staff the event, students choose a topic, develop an approved forward to assisting in the future of CPI and all the
while keeping the students’ success the top priority. lesson plan, and then deliver a demonstration. Afterward, Bald Eagle Area School District programs they have to offer.
The Bloomsburg University graduate went on to Scranton their guests perform the instructed lesson and are then
University for her master’s degree in English, then to provide an evaluation of their work. Heverly-Ferenchick Michael Danneker Temmy Fisher
California University of Pennsylvania for a master’s in stated, “it gives everyone involved a different perspective
education and principal certification, and finally to and hopefully an appreciation on what is required of my Bellefonte Area School District RECEPTIONIST
Widner University for her doctorate. Saylor has had many profession.” Pictured here is Samantha Winnett teaching It’s an exciting time for me to be working with such a great
roles along the way to her current position, the most her mother, Jeri how to give a facial to Tim Wennett, her Carl Gaffron CPI team. What great opportunities we have here for our
important being the mother of three children. While father (face covered). adults and our next generation. Here at CPI we could
raising her family and before settling into education, she Penns Valley Area School District not accomplish what we do every day without our faculty,
held jobs that were labor-intensive and fast-moving and staff, and students. EVERY DAY IS A GOOD DAY!
others that were more technical and required dexterity. Kim Hearn
All of which give her an appreciation for those who are Nicole Nau
working with her throughout the Bellefonte district. Bellefonte Area School District
In the education profession she’s had a similar approach – Youth Workforce Specialist
explore all facets of all levels and embrace the differences. PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE (PAC) MEMBERS I enjoy being at CPI as the face of Careerlink. I am here
In order to make informed decisions and relate to for any questions regarding the job market and to help with
those with whom she would lead, Dr. Saylor felt it was Jeffrey Miles the initial job searching process. I look forward to working
important to gain a variety of perspectives. Bellefonte with any student in need of resume guidance, job
Board of Education President Rodney Musser expressed Superintendent of Record applications, job searches, and cover letter help.
his confidence in Saylor, stating “Michelle’s background Superintendent, Bald Eagle Area School District
from her youth to her climb through the ranks gives Terry Miller
her an exceptional ability to relate to all of the students Brian Griffith
and employees of the Bellefonte area school system.” He Accounts Payable Clerk
added, “Empathy is an often overused word to describe Superintendent, Penns Valley Area School District I feel fortunate to be here at CPI. After retiring last year, I
understanding of what others are going through but wasn’t sure whether to return to the workforce, but being
Michelle’s life experiences do allow her to declare empathy Michelle Saylor here is like family. I look forward to each and every day
for others. Her leadership and care for others are most being with such a caring and supportive team.
welcomed.” These qualities and her willingness to be Superintendent, Bellefonte Area School District
flexible and learn from all experiences are serving her well
as the leader of her school district. CPI Foundation Members

Thomas F. Songer, II Erin Wedlake

President Treasurer

Bill MacMath Matt Nussbaum
Cindy Zimmerman
Vice-President

The Central PA Institute of Science and Technology does not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its
programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and
other designated youth groups. Inquiries may be directed to the Section
504 Coordinator at the Central PA Institute of Science and Technology,
540 N. Harrison Rd. Pleasant Gap, PA 16823 or 814-359-2793.


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