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Two Loyalsock Employees Receive Woodson Award

June 26, 2013

Ms. Kim Massetti

Mr. Bill Holmes

The Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees annually recognizes faculty and school support staff for their work and dedication to the organization (school) in which they work. The Dr. Lauretta Woodson Award is given to deserving individuals who are nominated by their peers. The purpose of the Lauretta Woodson Recognition Program is to honor one educator and one support professional for doing an outstanding job within a district or school. Chapters select the award recipients and then present them with a medallion, certificate, and PASR pin. At Loyalsock's last school board meeting, two Loyalsock employees were recognized after being chosen as this year's Woodson award recipients. Mrs. Margaret Piper, Chapter president and former Loyalsock school board president and teacher, presented awards to Mr. Bill Holmes and Ms. Kimela Massetti for their efforts with the district for the past 25 years. We are very proud to recognize Mr. Holmes and Ms. Massetti for all they do to make Loyalsock the great place that it is for our students and community alike. Congratulations to these two fine individuals and their families on this much deserved recognition!

LTHS Commencement 2013

June 25, 2013

Like previous years, this year's commencement for the Class of 2013 was pretty spectacular. While
the Class thinks they have the worst luck in the world with regard to rain (having the need to have the ceremony inside this year), from multiple accounts we understand that many enjoyed commencement inside! Thanks to our amazing maintenance and custodial staff, the evening went off pretty much without a hitch. Special thanks are also extended to our helpful music/AV folks who assisted with getting the live feed of the ceremony live on the Internet. If you choose to view the entire commencement exercise again, or simply scroll through to the part you desire, you can see the re-broadcast of commencement here. Congratulations to the Class of 2013!

Aaron Dabback - Loyalsock's June Student of the Month

Aaron Dabback, son of John and Ann Dabback, was Loyalsock's June student of the month. Nominated by the Technology Education department, he has been a consistent member of the honor and high honor roll. He especially enjoys courses in Multimedia, Woodshop, and English. Aaron has been involved in wrestling and track and field, and was also the team captain for the track team. His post-secondary plans are to attend the United State Marine Corps - Infantry. One of Aaron's community service experiences included assisting the disaster in Staten Island, NY when he participated in a Hurricane Sandy relief trip to Staten Island over Thanksgiving. In Aaron's free time, he enjoys working out, running, and spending quality time with his family and friends. Congrats to Aaron and his family on this recognition!

Taylor Daskivich - May Student of Month

Taylor Daskivich, daughter of Mark and Shelly Daskivich, was Loyalsock's May student of theschool. Nominated by the Physical Education/Health department, Taylor is a member of the National Honor Society, a consistent member of the high honor roll, and actively involved throughout high school. Her favorite subjects include math, science, and physical education. Taylor has performed well at the district and state level in varsity golf, basketball, and track and field. In addition, she is a Cross-Age teacher and a flute player in the concert band. Taylor's post-secondary plans are to attend West Chester University, pursuing her BSN in Nursing. She will also be playing on West Chester's women's golf team! Taylor has also been dedicated to serving others in the school and community. She has been a VolunTEEN at Susquehanna Health and participates actively in her youth group at St. Ann's Catholic Church. When she has time, Taylor enjoys running and working out and especially enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Congratulations to Taylor and her family on this much deserved recognition!

Jessica Kautz - April Student of the Month

June 18, 2013

Jessica Kautz, daughter of John and Michele Kautz, was recognized by LTHS's Business department as our April Student of the Month. Jessica has been a consistent member of the honor roll throughout high school, and her favorite subjects are the science and accounting. Jessica has been involved in multiple extra-curricular activities including Eco-Act, cheerleading (captain), SADD, and Key Club. After graduation Jessica's post-secondary plans are to attend the Pennsylvania College of Technology in the Physician Assistant program. Jessica enjoys teaching dance at the LKW Dance Center and working with the American Red Cross's various blood drives. A life-long dancer, Jessica performs with the LKW Competitive Dance Team. Congratulations to Jessica for being recognized as Loyalsock's April student of the month!

Student Recognition Breakfast

May 13, 2013

Each year for the past 35 years, LTHS holds its annual student breakfast where each faculty and staff members invite two students each to recognize their unique, special, and genuine efforts that make teaching a pleasure in our classrooms. Begun by former principal Alfred Knecht, the breakfast celebrates students who simply make a difference in our lives as we work with them each day in a school year. We break bread together with a wonderful buffet prepared by our phenomenal cafeteria staff, and then we sit back and enjoy a unique message and entertainment to round out the morning prior to beginning yet another school day. Special thanks to senior Dylan Rockoff and sophomore Gianna Rockoff for providing the excellent entertainment this year - what a treat in and of itself!

Prom! Sweet Serendipity

Kevin Bloom

Sam Pagana

Our prom was amazing this year. Set to the theme of "Sweet Serendipity," approximately 250 students dressed in their best and made their way to the well-decorated Holiday Inn Downtown. Congrats to Miss Leid and Ms. Carner on coordinating such a wonderful prom, and congrats to seniors Samantha Pagana and Kevin Bloom for being recognized as our prom queen and king, respectively!

LTHS Youth Leadership Lycoming Wins County Challenge!

May 12, 2013

Congratulations to Ryan Loeh, Jared Kriner, and Abby Yates, who represented Loyalsock this year in the Youth Leadership Lycoming program hosted by Penn College. Last week, the team of Ryan, Jared, and Abby won the Social Change Project, beating nine other schools! Their project involved a mentorship and anti-drug program for 7th and 8th grade students. In winning, they were issued funds necessary to fund the program all of next school year. Congrats to each of them on an excellent effort for a worthy cause!

National Honor Society Induction

In late April, the 2012-13 National Honor Society conducted its second induction ceremony. Congratulations to the following students and their families on this richly earned recognition: Mikayla Born, Allison Czap, Nicole Dougherty, Chad Fellon, Anna Hoffman, Emily Hoffman, Ryan Loeh, Alexa Martin, Leah Nason, Robert Newton, Mark Odorizzi, Alexandria Pagana, Laura Pineda-Bermudez, Margarita Shkurko, Abigail Yates.

Cinco de Mayo Festival

May 10, 2013

'Sock's Spanish Club held its first annual Cinco de Mayo celebration last week on the front lawn of the HS. Games, food, music, zumba, face painting, a Flamenco guitar player, and piñatas breaking were all available for community folks and students to experience. Special thanks to Miss Leid and her officers for putting on this fun and engaging celebration for all - and the weather was great!

COW CLub Makes Improvements to Courtyard

Last week, member of our COW (Cultures of the World) Club solicited donations and completed a large overhaul of our center court yard as a community service project. Special thanks to Mrs. Sheila Riggs, advisor, and senior Marina Seely, for coordinating this outstanding effort to make our court yard look even better! Thanks folks!

AP World & AP Art Take Trip to Big Apple

Recently, Miss Beck (AP World History teacher) and Mr. Kaplan (AP Art History teacher) took a bus load of students to the MET (Metropolitan Museum of Art) in New York City as well as a trip to the Corning Museum of Glass. Working together on a collaborative unit and project, our students were exposed to elements in both classes not able to be experienced usually in a classroom. Moreover, they used an App, Edmodo, to document and communicate about their experience as they did it. Great stuff folks!

Mr. Barrett Retiring

May 8, 2013

Mr. Robert Barrett, instrumental music teacher, recently decided to retire from Loyalsock after more than 25 years of educating Loyalsock students. During his tenure, Mr. Barrett has played a significant role in developing many young students who have aspired to music. many students have gone on to focus on music as a field of study and eventual career. From his concert bands, jazz bands, and marching bands, Mr. Barrett has devoted limitless years of time well beyond the school day to provide many wholesome, enriching experiences for kids who simply enjoy music. Mr. Barrett was recently recognized for his many years by our school board, as was the team of music educators, who for a third year in a row, were recognized by the NAMM foundation as one of the most outstanding music communities in America. Congratulations and THANK YOU to Mr. Barrett for his many years of service and dedication to the right brain of so many Loyalsock kids!

Cross Age Teaching

Each year, the Cross Age teachers from the high school work with sixth grade students in our middle school and teach them about them in a peer setting about the dangers of drugs and alcohol as well as other dangerous decision making. These students do a remarkable job as they interact with young adults; they have them occupied each time in their discussions, culminating in an end of the year picnic and field day with all involved. Special thanks is extended to Mrs. Diane Stanzione, one of our school counselors, for having advised this special initiative for over 25 years in our school district.

Senior Nate Flexer Up for Lyco CTC Award

Senior Nate Flexer recently interviewed for Lyco CTC's student of the year after being nominated by faculty at Lyco. Nate has been at Lyco for three years in their culinary arts program. He learns later this week of how he fared during Lyco's annual all school awards ceremony. Great job Nate!

Mr. Kaplan Accepted to Japan Society!

Recently, Mr. Gerry Kaplan, HS Art, learned that he was accepted into the Japan Society, earning him a place to study with 7 other educators from the U.S. to study about Japanese culture. Congrats Mr. Kaplan! You can read more about this international opportunity here.

Faculty Team Wins Lycoming County Fitness Challenge!

Loyalsock was well represented among the teams vying for the Lycoming County Fitness Challenge. It turns out that the 1^st place winners ("Mission Fitpossible") were members of our high school faculty! The team of Heather Pipech, Linda LaCoe, Vida Saylor and Mark Peterman each earned a 1-year Gym membership to the gym of choice - up to $500! Way to go team!

Envirothon Team Headed to States!

The LTHS Envirothon team of Alex Haefner, Leah Nason, Laura Pineda Bermudez, Missy Covert, and Jared Kriner placed first in a recent regional competition. Each earned a $500 scholarship! They are now on the State Envirothon competition at Juniata College on May 21-22.

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About Mr. Greevy

Mr. Charles “Chad” Greevy IV, Loyalsock Township Assistant Principal, is in his 16th year in public education. Mr. Greevy taught 7th and 8th Language Arts in the Williamsport Area School District for 10 years and began in Loyalsock four years ago as the Assistant Elementary Principal. Mr. Greevy is currently the Supervisor of Federal Programs, Grants, and Subsidies. He is currently working in the Immaculata University Doctoral Program for Education and is an adjunct professor for Wilkes University. Mr. Greevy and his wife, Alysha, live locally with their daughter, Charley Elizabeth live locally.Read the rest of Mr. Greevy's profile here: