MAHANOY AREA HIGH BEARSCHOOL FACTS GRADUATION 2017 Mahanoy Area High School GRADUATION 2017 Congratulations to March Students of the Month Class of 2017 Mark Lawrence and Carolyn Rene April Students of the Month Kayla Luther and John Molina Officers May Students of the Month President: Michael Joseph Vice-President: Mark Lawrence Lauren Starkey and Zachary Leshko Secretary: Katie Loughlin Treasurer: Matt Derr Michael Joseph for Class Quote: - scoring his 1000 points in basketball “Time is a sort of river of passing events and - receiving the Coaches Player of the Year- Mickey strong is its currents;no sooner is a thing Holland Award 2017 brought to sight than it is swept by and - being named Pottsville Republican Player of the another takes its place, and this too Year 2017, the Standard Speaker- 1st team All will be swept away.” - Marcus Aurelius Area 2017, 3rd Team Pennsylvania ALL STATE Class Colors: Black and Gold Track team members that placed at the League and Class Flower: Sunflower District meets. Special congratulations to Meredith Class Song: “My Way” by Frank Sinatra Rhoades and Sam Gnall for moving on to States.

Congratulations Class of 2017 MAHANOY AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2017 “Always remember that YES Program Graduates you have a home here at The YES (Your Employability Skills) Northeast Certificate Mahanoy Area.” Program, which is administered by the Northeast PA Man- ufacturers & Employers Council, is a 1-credit, 120-hour, - Mr. Smith yearlong elective course targeted at high school seniors. The program is designed to bridge the worlds of education Dear Seniors, and work by developing and enhancing students’ basic job skills that managers in all businesses and industries re- It is that time of year where we start thinking about you quire. The course curriculum consists of 36 modules that being Mahanoy Area High School graduates and no longer are meant to give students the “real life” knowledge they Mahanoy Area Seniors. You have provided such a sense can apply both on and off the job. The Quality and Tech- of leadership here within our building. These leadership nology topics contain assessment components. In addi- traits will be passed down and make our building stronger tion, the Y.E.S. Northeast curriculum closely aligns with and stronger. I have observed how you have taken care the new Chapter 4 Academic Standards for Career Educa- of each other and how you genuinely care for our school tion and Work. . Students participate in four (4) plant/busi- community. I am so proud that you gave us the opportu- ness tours throughout the year and business professionals nity to teach and learn from you. It is only natural that present in the classroom to further discuss the modules life will force you to drift apart. Always remember that and how they are applied in the work environment. Mock you have a home here at Mahanoy Area. It has really been interviews are also conducted with Y.E.S. students. a pleasure being your high school principal for the past The program originally began in York County in 1996 four years. I am really impressed of how much you have as an adult-focused program, which was later adjusted for grown into fine outstanding gentlemen and ladies. You high school students, with the high school phase of YES are ready for what the world has to give you. If you need beginning in 2001. The Council began administering anything please do not hesitate to contact me. Congratu- the YES program in the northeast PA region in 2006. In lations Class of 2017. I wish you the best of luck now and 2010, the Council completely revamped and copyrighted with all your future endeavors. the YES Northeast curriculum. The curriculum is used for both the in-school and out-of-school youth program- Mr. Thomas Smith ming. Mahanoy Area High School Principal Mrs. Valerie Kane teaches the program at Mahanoy Area. “I’m proud of the YES grads and I wish them the best of luck with their future careers,” she stated. Mahanoy Student Fourth in the Last Five Years to Receive County Award

Samantha Gnall has been selected as one of the recipi- ents for the Schuylkill County Education Association Scholarships. This award is given to three county public school students who meet the rigorous requirements and Front Row: Lauren Starkey, Jayda Byrne, Stephanie Tor- whose parent(s) is an educator in one of the county public res, Kayla Luther, Sam Gnall, Haley Obrzut, Chassitty Ra- schools. There was a banquet honoring Samantha and the mos, Sarah Herring Back Row: YES teacher Mrs. Valerie other scholarship winners on Thursday May 4th at Roma Kane, Zachary Leshko, John Molina, Matt Reed, Jayson Italian Restaurant in Pottsville. A Mahanoy Area student Rago, Brandon Deitzel, Michael Joseph, Kyle Loughlin, has won this award four out of the last five years. Chris Davis, William Van Allen, Trevor Flynn MAHANOY AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2017 My most memorable moment of high school was...... getting my first varsity hit against Shenandoah. - John ...meeting the new students and getting to know them Henry Schroeder and their background. Every new student needs a friend, ...going to prom. - DJ Brennan like I did when I moved here. - Zoelle Strouphauer ...all of the years performing in theatre arts. I’ve come a ...breaking Mr. Nester’s column and trying to put it back long way since I was a freshman. It’s hard to believe it’s together. - Nolan Yanchuck over. - Matthew Reed ...when kaarin and Kayla invited me to their lunch table ...when Katie and Mikey split their pants in the hallway. sophomore year to sit with them and now we’re best - Jayda Byrne friends. - Stephanie Torres ...the choir/band trip to Disney World and stage crew. ...promoting my mix tape on the announcements. - Jor- - Matt Derr dan Kunkel ...being able to hang out with my friends in Nurse ...the 2017 trip to Europe. - Peter Osifat Merchlinsky’s office. Being in there gave me the oppor- ...qualifying for State track and field twice and breaking tunity to make new friends and make the best memories. the school record. - Sam Gnall - Sarah Herring ...going to Europe with my friends. Experiencing new cultures and seeing the world is amazing, especiaally while I still have so much to see. - Chassitty Ramos ...prom and going on Dunkin runs with my friends or just driving around. - Kayla Luther ...winning the District Title as a sophomore. - Mike Joseph ...going to States with the golf team. - Chris Davis ...beating Shenandoah this year to keep the trophy for four straight years. - John Molina ...clinching the Division Championship in track and field after defeating Marian. - Zach Leshko ...when Chris spilled a slushie in Pete’s car so Peter left him at the as station for a few minutes. - Dylan Minahan ...either the nad/chorus trip to Disney or stage crew. - Mark Lawrence Students of the Month ...being able to play side by side with some of my favor- ite seniors during football. - Ryan Wuttke September: Sam Gnall & Matt Derr ...qualifying for States and medaling at Districts my ju- October: Jayda Byrne & Mike Joseph nior year and becoming the first state qualifier in school November: Matt Reed & Katie Loughlin history. - Liam Mansell December: Jesse Gunoskey & Nolan Yanchuc- ...spending my free periods with Mrs. Wislosky and my January: Haley Obrzut & Liam Mansell best friends. - Lauren Starkey February: Sarah Herring & Kyle Loughlin ...doing the setup for the Haunted Hallways. - Trevor March: Mark Lawrence & Carolyn Rene Flynn April: Kayla Luther & John Molina ...spending time with teachers and friends during free May: Zach Leshko & Lauren Starkey periods. - Katie Loughlin ...trying to fix Nester’s column after Liam broke it. - Kyle Loughlin Students of the Year ...all of the long bus rides home that our senior basketball Jayda Byrne & Matt Derr players had. - Angel Ramos MAHANOY AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2017 Graduation 2017 Outstanding With June 9th quickly approaching, the senior class is fi- nalizing all preparations for their graduation day. Gradua- Alumnus tion will be held on the evening of June 9th at 7 pm in the high school gym. Baccalaureate will be held on June 4 at 4 pm at St. Paul’s Church in Mahanoy City. In their final 2017 days at Mahanoy, they will reminisce upon their favorite memories here. The seniors will miss their favorite teach- ers, classes, and most importantly, the bonds they shared with each other. Congratulations to the class of 2017. Congratulations! Good luck with your future endeavors and best wishes to you all. Mike Rhoades Youth Summit Post Meeting More than 100 high school students gathered on May 15 at Penn State Schuylkill with one goal: make Schuylkill Students Attend County better. Participants from Mahanoy area were Mark Lawrence, Katie Loughlin, Justin Letcavage, Megan Bis- Transition Fair co and Madison Cavenas, Colin Fegley and High School Principal, Thomas Smith. Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29, along with the Schuylkill The fifth annual Youth Summit was postponed until Mon- County Transition Council, presented its 14th annual Tran- day due to the March 14 snowstorm. sition Fair on April 19 for school districts of Schuylkill Nearly 3,000 students identified the four areas they County at Pine Grove Area High School. Several Maha- wanted to concentrate on this year through an online sur- noy Area High School students attended the event. vey late last year. They were asked to rank 12 quality of The program targeted high school students with dis- life topics based on importance to them. abilities, as well as parents, educators and school adminis- They decided those issues were housing, public safety, trators who are involved in planning for students who are education and the environment, and came up with projects transitioning from high school to post-secondary educa- Monday focusing on the topics. tion or employment. Students spent part of the day with community leaders The event showcased informational booths about life af- and then came up with their own community improve- ter high school and various post-secondary options along ment projects. There were 25 community leaders working with students participating in a “What to Wear” transition- with the students on Monday. al fashions show. Mahanoy Area formulated plans to once again have community day fireworks and also is looking to add a 5k color run. TRIO Upward Bound Kelly M. Austin, Penn State Schuylkill chancellor, spoke to the students in the morning before they split into Reminder four groups focusing on topics they identified through the survey. All ninth and tenth grade students interested in participat- An executive committee of high school students planned ing in the Upward Bound college readiness program tare the event. reminded to submit their applications to Mr. DiCasimirro as soon as possible. This will enable you to begin in Sep- tember as a rising college student in Upward Bound. MAHANOY AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2017

Class of 2017 Future Plans are to...

...become a diesel mechanic. - DJ Brennan ...attend Bloomsburg University to major in accounting. ...attend Wilkes University to major in pharmacy and live - Ryan Wuttke a happy life. - Matthew Reed ...attend Penn State University Park to major in mechani- ...attend King’s College to major in physician Aassistant cal engineering. - Liam Mansell studies specializing in pediatric oncology. - Sam Gnall ...attend Temple University to major in marketing. - Lau- ...attend Joseph F. McClosky School of Nursing at Penn ren Starkey State Schuylkill. - Jayda Byrne ...to find Jesus. - Trevor Flynn ...attend King’s College to major in athletic training. ...attend Bloomsburg University to major in special edu- - Matt Derr cation. - Katie Loughlin ...attend Bloomsburg University to major in marketing. ...to attend King’s College to become a physician’s as- - Sarah Herring sistant. - Kyle Loughlin ...attend Bloomsburg University to major in chemistry, ...attend Penn State to major in graphic design. - Angel get an operating job at Versum, get paid a good amount Ramos of money and live in a nice house. - Randy Derr ...attend Penn State Schuylkill to major in nursing. - ...attend Northampton Community College to study bio- Zoelle Strouphauer logical sciences, then transfer to West Chester University ...attend West Chester University to major in mathemat- to enter the pre-med track. - Chassitty Ramos ics. - Nolan Yanchuck ...attend Kutztown University to major in pre-veterinary ...attend The College of Mount Saint Vincent to major in Medicine. - Kayla Luther Nursing. - Stephanie Torres. ...attend St. Joe’s University to major in nursing. - Mike ...to raise a beautiful family and continue my career in Joseph the Marines. - Jordan Kunkel ...attend King’s College to major in biology. - Chris ...attend Penn State Hazelton to major in engineering. Davis ...attend Millersville University to major in environmen- ...attend college to major in international relations/busi- tal hazards and safety management. - John Henry Schro- ness. - John Molina eder ...attend college. - Zach Leshko ...attend Penn State Schuylkill to major in environmental resource management. - Dylan Minahan ...attend PSU to major in mining engineering. - Mark Lawrence Thoughts on Graduating “I can’t wait till I don’t have to see any of tese people anymore. In thirteen days, I’m out. Why are graduation caps I’m off to college for no other reason just to get my degree, then it’s off to work and hanging out flat and with my real friends.” square?

Those funny hats are called “mortarboards” because Thoughts on Graduating they resemble a tool used by “I believe it is important to sit down and bricklayers to hold mortar. think about all the memories, good or bad, be- In some areas, they’re also called “square academic caps” or “Oxford caps.” The cause they all fly by so quickly. The years in mortarboard consists of a flat, square board attached to a school may feel slow, but when those final days skullcap, with a tassel buttoned to the center. approach, you realize how fast the days have gone.” MAHANOY AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2017 The class that benefited me the most was...... physics with Mr. Malkames. - John Henry Schroeder ...Mrs. Stone’s class. - DJ Brennan ...LCCC. - John Molina ...Mrs. Fegley’s AP chemistry class. Even though her ...LCCC because it taught me communication and read- class was very difficult, I found that it really helped me ing skills that will help me in the future. - Zach Leshko prepare for college. - Matthew Reed ...Mr. Nester’s AP English class . - Dylan Minahan ...LCCC. Since I took this class, I won’t have to take ...physics. - Mark Lawrence a college English and I feel prepared to handle papers ...AP chemistry. - Liam Mansell given to me in college. - Sam Gnall ...YES, LCCC and personal finance. - Lauren Starkey ...study hall with Nurse Merch because she gave me ad- ...LCCC English. - Trevor Flynn. vice for nursing and hands on experience. - Jayda Byrne ...Mrs. Fallon’s LCCC English course because I learned ...Mr. Nester’s AP English class. The amount of knowl- how to write a good paper. - Katie Loughlin edge our class absorbed in a half year is incredible. The ...AP chemistry. - Kyle Loughlin man deserves some recognition! - Matt Derr ...English and chemistry. - Angel Ramos ...Mr. Nester’s public speaking class. - Sarah Herring ...Mrs. Stone’s science classes. I really like learning ...AP chemistry. - Randy Derr about the earth. Mrs. Pepe’s parenting and global foods ...LCCC with Mrs. Fallon. I learned how to write papers, classes really helped me with things I need to know for not only well written but efficiently too; and how to everyday life. - Zoelle Strouphauer properly research and using them correctly in the paper. ...AP calculus. - Nolan Yanchuck - Chassitty Ramos ...chemistry. - Stephanie Torres AP English and Chem 2. - Kayla Luther ...history. - Jordan Kunkel ...AP English because in basically one year, Mr. Nester ...advanced physics. - Peter Osifat taught me roughly four years worth of material. If I never took AP English, I never would have had a chance at passing the AP exam and I would have been going to college without a clue as to what professors are going to expect from me. - Chris Davis Thoughts on Graduating “Graduation is closing in on us and every- thing is going to change. Everything we’ve done for the last thirteen years is about to change and we will never be able to go back.” Thoughts on Graduating “As I look back on the past four years, I leave Mahanoy Area with the best memories of my life. I have been around great teachers, Thoughts on Graduating coaches and most importantly, friends. I leave “Graduation is the saddest, happiest feel- here a better person than when I walked in. I tru- ing. Everyone goes through the roller coaster of ly believe I made the most out of my short four emotions from graduation (if you’re lucky), but years at Mahanoy Area High School. It is nearly we are ready for life outside high school. Thanks time for a new chapter in my life, however, I will to everyone for the most memorable years of my always be a Golden Bear. God bless all the se- life. I wish everyone the best of luck. - Jayda By- niors and God bless Mahanoy Area.” rne MAHANOY AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2017 MAHANOY AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2017 If I could change one thing about my four years of high school, I would...... change the dress code and backpack policies. - John ...have played more sports, joined more clubs and inter- Henry Schroeder acted with more people. - Zach Leshko ...not do all the stupid stuff I did - DJ Brennan ...have been involved in more sports and after school ...have stayed organized. - Peter Osifat activities. - John Molina ...have studied more and done more sports. - Jordan ...have joined more extracurricular activities and partici- Kunkel pated more. - Chris Davis ...change the way I studied and gotten better grades. ...have not wished so much to graduate and not lived too - Stephanie Torres fast. - Mike Joseph ...have stressed less over tests and enjoyed spending ...have not rushed anything and taken the time to enjoy more time with my friends. - Nolan Yanchuck life. - Kayla Luther ...have challenged myself more and been in more school ...have had better relationships with everyone, despite events. - Zoe Strouphauer being the new kid in sophomore year. - Chassitty Ramos ...have participated a lot more and taken more chances. ...have tried harder in my first three years. - Randy Derr - Angel Ramos ...have calmed down, taken the time to breathe and not ...have studied a little more. - Kyle Loughlin worried so much. - Sarah Herring ...have relaxed more and not have worried or stressed ...not change a thing. My four years were all I could ask about the little things. - Katie Loughlin for. - Matt Derr ...have read more. - Trevor Flynn ...have spent more time with my friends. - Jayda Byrne ...have been involved in more activities, relaxed and ...have not stressed over little things as much and would spent more time with my best friends and fellow class- have had more fun. - Sam Gnall mates. - Lauren Starkey ...NOT change a single thing. You’re only guaranteed on ...have studied more and been more organized. - Liam shot at high school and looking back on it all now, I think Mansell I did pretty well. - Matthew Reed ...have done things I was always afraid to do in high school. - Ryan Wuttke ...have tried to make high school go as slowly as possible because it all ends so fast. - Mark Lawrence ...have participated in more activities and taken easier classes. - Dylan Minahan Thoughts on Graduating “Well, I guess this is really it. All of these years, I couldn’t wait to leave this place known as Mahanoy Area. However, looking back on it now, I honestly can’t believe how wrong I was. It feels like a lifetime that I’ve been with my Thoughts on Graduating fellow seniors. We’ve loved, laughed and cried. “Graduation is closing in on us and every- Ther’s only one thing that kept us all together thing is going to change. Everything we’ve done - friendship. These kids will forever be the best for the last thirteen years is about to change and group of people I have had the privilege to be we will never be able to go back.” with.” MAHANOY AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2017 What does the class of 2017 think of their teachers? Most Serious Gave the Least Homework First Place: Ms. Loy First Place: Mrs. Kelchner Second Place: Ms. Luchetta Second Place: Mr. Tobin Third Place: Mr. Tobin Third Place: Mr. Cray kelchner 111111 Best Storyteller First Place: Mr. Bet Gave the Least Tests Second Place: Mr. DiCasimirro First Place: Mrs. Pepe Third Place: Mrs. Wislosky, Mr. Nester and Mrs. Fallon Second Place: Mr. Cray Third Place: Mrs. Stone, Ms. Popalis, and Mrs. Kelchner Gave the Most Notes First Place: Mr. Tobin Biggest Sports Enthusiast Second Place:Mr. Nester First Place: Mr. Kline Third Place: Mr. West Second Place: Mr. Cray Third Place: Mr. Scheeler, Mrs. Fegley, and Mr. Rogers Wittiest First Place: Mr. Cray Friendliest Second Place: Mr. Bet First place: Mrs. Wislosky Third Place: Mr. Scheeler and Mr. Nester Second Place: Mrs. Stone and Mr. Nester Third Place: Best Dressed Mr. West, Mr. DiCasimirro, Mr. Cray, and Mrs. Kane First Place: Mr. Malkames Second Place: Mr. DiCasimirro Most Involved Third Place:Mrs. Brylewski and Mr. Nester First Place: Mrs. Fegley Second Place: Mrs. Brylewski Gave the Most Homework Third Place: Mr. Nester First Place: Mrs. Fegley Second Place: Ms. Luchetta Best Advice Third Place: Mr. Nester First Place: Mrs. Fegley Second Place: Mrs. Brylewski and Ms. Wislosky Third Place: Mr. Bet

Thoughts on Graduating Thoughts on Graduating “Do everything to the best of your ability and “It’s all winding down now. No more going to don’t let anyone stop you from reaching your Dunkin to work on English homework. No more dreams. Surround yourself with positive people. going to the library during lunch because we for- Each one of you has a purpose in life.” got homework or an essay for one of our teach- ers. No more all being together and seeing each other every single day. We’ve come a long way Thoughts on Graduating since we all met and it’s going to be extremely “Life is moving so fast. I never thought hard to say goodbye and move on to college, about graduating high school because it seemed military or wherever else people are going once so far away.” June 9th comes and goes.” - Chris Davis MAHANOY AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2017 The teachers vote...

FirstBest Place: JosephWriter Peters Second Place: Jesse Gunoskey, Matt Reed, Chassitty Ramos

FirstMost Place: Popular Mike Joseph Second Place: Sam Gnall First Place:Quietest Joseph Peters Third Place: Lauren Starkey, Jayda Byrne, Second Place: Mitchell Fifth Dante Israel, Katie Loughlin Third Place: Dylan Minahan, Zach Leshko, Kyle Loughlin

MostFirst Place: Organized Carolyn Rene FirstBest Place: JesseMusician Gunoskey Second Place: Dylan Minahan, Chassitty Ramos, Jayda Byrne, Second Place: Matt Derr John Henry Schroeder, Katie Loughlin, Third Place: Daniel Fedor, Joseph Peters Mark Lawrence, Mike Joseph

First Place:Funniest Lauren Starkey FirstMost Place: Involved Katie Loughlin Second Place: Dante Israel Second Place: Sam Gnall, Matt Derr Third Place: Liam Mansell, Randy Derr, Third Place: Mark Lawrence, Mike Joseph, Jayda Byrne William Van Alle

FirstBest Place: ActressSam Gnall FirstMost Place: Reliable John Molina Second Place: AnaMaria Marquez Second Place: Jayda Byrne Third Place: Katie Loughlin Fourth Place: Chris Davis, Jordan Smith, Jesse Gunoskey FirstBest Place: KyleScholar Loughlin Second Place: Sam Gnall, Matt Derr Third Place: Chassitty Ramos, Carolyn Rene FirstBest Place: JaysonDressed Rago Second Place: Haley Obrzut Third Place: Chris Rich, Nolan Yanchuck, Sam Gnall Most FirstLikely Place: MattTo ReedSucceed Second Place: John Molina, Matt Derr Third Place: Chassitty Ramos, David McPherson, FirstMost Place: JaydaPolite Byrne Jayda Byrne, Kyle Loughlin, Sam Gnall, Katie Loughlin, Second Place: Katie Loughlin, Mike Joseph Liam Mansell, Mike Joseph Third Place:Nolan Yanchuck, Jordan Smith, Peter Osifat, John Molina

BiggestFirst Place: Joseph Bookworm Peters Thoughts on Graduating Second Place: Carolyn rene, Jesse Gunoskey “Mahanoy Area will always have a lasting ef- Third Place: Petar Armbruster fect on me and my life, from sports and clubs to Most Spirited relationships made throughout the years. It is tru- First Place: Billy Van Allen ly sad that my school days at Mahanoy are over, Second Place: Sarah Herring, Katie Loughlin, but the experiences and skills I have learned will Mark Lawrence, Liam Mansell help me become successful in college and after. I would like to thank every teacher that gave me FirstBest Place: MattActor Reed the best education possible.” MAHANOY AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2017 My advice to underclassmen is...... to stay in school and take physics class because it’s ...to take it slow because time flies. - Mark Lawrence fun! - John Henry Schroeder ...to not take more than three AP classes. - Dylan Mina- ...to listen to the teachers. - DJ Brennan han ...to stay organized and take physics. - Peter Osifat ...to stay in school and get an education. - Zach Leshko ...good luck. I’ll pray for you. - Jordan Kunkel ...to enjoy every moment with your friends. - John Mo- ...to always do your best, even when you think you’ll do lina bad. - Stephanie Torres ...to not take Mr. Nester’s AP class if you have other AP ...to spend as much time as you can with your friends classes because it will be too stressful. - Chris Davis and work hard in school. - Nolan Yanchuck ...to take time to soak in everything you experience in ...you don’t always need a group to be in. You can rock high school because it is over in the blink of an eye. high school solo. Sometimes it’s better so you’re not - Mike Joseph caught up in everyone’s business. Find yourself and ...to not rush to leave and get all your work done. - Kayla where you belong. - Zoelle Strouphauer Luther ...to enjoy the rest of your high school career because it ...to not take your time here for granted. Make the best of really does fly by . - Angel Ramos everything, have fun and don’t always worry about the ...to enjoy every moment. - Kyle Loughlin little things. You will still do great. - Chassitty Ramos ...to not take your time here for granted. It goes by fast ...to make the most of what you have! Study, get your and even though you may not think you will, you’re go- work done, but have fun! Don’t stress too much. You’ll ing to miss it. - Katie Loughlin be fine. I promise. - Sarah Herring ...to wear a white polo every Wednesday in January. ...to live everyday like it’s your last. - Matt Derr - Trevor Flynn ...to spend time with your friends. - Jayda Byrne ...to be involved in everything possible, spend as much ...to take all opportunities to your advantage, have fun time with your friends and do not rush things. - Lauren and live in the moment. The time will be gone before Starkey you know it. - Sam Gnall ...to survive and advance. - Liam Mansell ...to not waste a minute at Mahanoy. You’ll truly miss it ...It goes by quickly, do as much as you can. You’ll miss when it’s over. - Matthew Reed it. - Ryan Wuttke

Thoughts on Graduating Thoughts on Graduating “Throughout my high school career, I have “As we go our separate ways, I will never for- realized that time does not stop for anyone. get them. They are not only my friends anymore, That’s why it is important to make the most of they have truly become family.” your time.”

Thoughts on Graduating Thoughts on Graduating “It feels like yesterday that we were taking “Do your best in everything, don’t give up be- our first steps into high school. We all said, ‘I cause you will regret it. Stay positive and smile. can’t wait to get out of here’ and ‘When will this You have your whole life ahead of you. Enjoy be over?’ Some things have to come to an end, life now while it’s easy, take advantage of every but the memories last forever. opportunity and strive for success.” Class of 2017, I love you all.” MAHANOY AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2017

Are you ready for some fun! Plan on attending the Her- The 38th Annual Envirothon was held on May 3, 2013 sheypark field trip on June 8, 2017. Permission slips are in at the Schuylkill County Fairgrounds. Forty-two teams of the high school office or you can see Mrs. Brylewski for elementary, middle and high school students tested their one. The cost is $38 dollars. knowledge in five subject areas — aquatics, forestry, soils, wildlife and a current environmental issue. The 2017 is- sue focused on agricultural soil and water conservation stewardship. The Schuylkill Conservation District coordinates the Envirothon, which is sponsored by the Schuylkill County Municipal Authority. Three tiers of competition are held for different grade levels. “Snoops” are teams of elemen- tary pupils; “Investigators” are middle school students; Students that have not reserved their copy of the 2017 while “Scientists” are high school students. Only the high yearbook can still do so. See Ms. Scicc as soon as pos- school contestants advance to state competition. sible with your payment of $76. Districts participating included: Assumption BVM, Blue Mountain, Saint Clair Area, Pine Grove Area, Ma- hanoy Area, Nativity BVM, North Schuylkill, Pottsville Area, St. Ambrose School, Tamaqua Area, Tri-Valley and Williams Valley. Cathy Stone, a 2006 Schuylkill Conservation District NFL Draft Experience Teacher of the Year, said Mahanoy Area brought six teams to this year’s event to compete in all tiers. Stone, a high school science and biology instructor, said Mahanoy’s staff has worked well together for cross-curriculum train- ing on its campus. She said students appreciated having the Envirothon reference materials online, so they could review them. This is the first year she’s had high school students who competed in the Envirothon when they were elementary pupils, she said. “I love being outside with my friends and learning more about the environment,” Meredith Rhoades, 16, a Maha- noy City sophomore, said. Wildlife and forestry were her two, favorite categories. On Thursday, April 27 Mrs. Gettig’s Multi Media class- A fellow teammate on the “Mahanoy Gold” team, Cole es had the chance to visit Philadelphia for the 2017 NFL Soult, said this was his second year in the competition. Draft. This was the first time since 1961 the NFL draft “Probably the most difficult is forestry, because it’s hard was held in Philadelphia and the first time it was being to memorize all the trees; or maybe wildlife, because of held outdoors at the Ben Franklin Parkway allowing fans the bird noises,” Soult, 14, a Barnesville freshman, said. to enjoy many interactive experiences. Students had the Participating from Mahanoy Area High School were opportunity to meet and get autographs from current NFL Morgan DeWitt, Colin Fegley, Cole Soult, Cody Palubin- draft picks, current NFL players, and former NFL legends. sky, Caitlyn Honus, Madison Cavenas, Michael Ansbach Some of the favorite events the students enjoyed were: zip Jordan Karmonick, Meredith Rhoades and Anthony Mar- lining, visiting the NFL Museum, seeing the collection of tin Super Bowl rings, seeing the Vince Lombardi Trophy, the NFL Draft stage and ESPN set, and the excitement and energy of the crowd. A good time was had by all! MAHANOY AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2017 Academic Achievement Creating Awareness Awards Earth Day is a day meant to increase awareness and ap- preciation for the earth’s environment. Held on April 22, Each year Schuylkill Earth Day is currently celebrated in more than 175 coun- County Superinten- tries annually. dents and High School Earth Day was founded in 1970 by Gaylord Nelson, a sen- Principals recognize ator from Wisconsin. Nelson got the idea of Earth Day students for academic after he saw the effects of a large oil spill in 1969 in Santa excellence at the An- Barbara, California. Nelson thought the world would be a nual Schuylkill County healthier place to live if more people knew about protect- Academic Achievement ing the earth. Awards Program. Each On April 22, 1970, 20 million Americans participated in public and nonpub- the first Earth Day. These people protested things that lic high school selects 6 would harm the earth such as air and water pollution. “Schuylkill Scholars” who are recognized for academic Today, Earth Day is celebrated in many ways. People excellence, achievement, and accomplishment. This does plant trees or pick up trash. Celebrating Earth Day is do- not necessarily mean the 6 top ranked students in the ing anything that benefits the environment. To celebrate class. Some have suggested selecting the top two students Earth Day, you can recycle or reuse objects. You can also in academic, business, and vocational programs. Others ride your bike places instead of driving. will use different criteria to represent academic excel- lence. The final determination is up to each public and nonpublic high school. SADD to Host Event Penn State Schuylkill also recognizes these scholars by offering additional scholarships. SADD will host the Amazing Race to summer: 2017 on Mahanoy students that were honored this year are Dan June 6 from 3:00 - 4 pm. You do not need to be a SADD Fedor, Sam Gnall, Carolyn Rene, Matt Reed, Matt Derr, member to participate. Anyone in grades 9-12 is wel- and Kyle Loughlin. They attended the event on May come. The goal of the event is to show students that they 9th with Mahanoy Area High School Principal, Thomas can have fun without making destructive decisions. Smith. The students will participate in educa- tional and physical challenges during the race, a pool party with food and re- freshments will be held, and a movie will be shown in the auditorium. Please see Mrs. Stone for more information or to register your team.

Golf/Cross Country

Anyone interested in going out for golf or cross country next year please sign the list in the high school office. There is also a summer High School Chorus performed its Spring Concert on May practice schedule for cross country next to 23rd at 7:00 pm in the auditorium. the signup sheet. MAHANOY AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2017 Special wishes go out to...... the underclassmen. - John Henry Schroeder ...the underclassmen - good luck finishing high school. ...all of my friends. - DJ Brennan - Zach Leshko ...the Class of 2017 and the faculty. - Peter Osifat ...the underclassmen - good luck on finishing the rest of ...my mom, friends and family who helped get me to high school. - John Molina where I am today. - Jordan Kunkel ...Mr. Killian and the golf team, my fellow students and ...all the teachers that helped me grow as a person these all the teachers that shaped me into who I am today. four years and my parents for supporting me in every- - Chris Davis thing. - Stephanie Torres ...the senior class and my teachers. - Kayla Luther ...my fellow classmates and the teachers who helped me ...my family. They pushed me to be better, supported me get to where I am. - Nolan Yanchuck and taught me not to take things lightly and always try ...Mrs Wislosky, Ms. Popalis - I would like to say thanks my best. - Chassitty Ramos for everything you did for me. I would not have gotten ...my friends and family. - Randy Derr to where I am today without your encouraging words ...the Class of 2017 in everything they do. Everyone will and all the love you gave. Until next time! - Zoelle do great in whatever they decide to do. - Sarah Herring Strouphauer ...the Class of 2018. Be role models for the upcoming ...the rest of the seniopr class and the teachers. - Angel freshmen. Let them know what it means to have Bear Ramos Pride. - Matt Derr ...the Class of 2018. It goes fast. Cherish every moment. ...my goofy best friend, Kate, for always doing fun, out- ...the teachers that have always gone the extra mile for rageous things with me and always having a good time. the students and to my fellow seniors who will continue Also to my good friend, Patrick (Lauren), thanks for be- to be my forever friends. - Katie Loughlin ing a goofy gober and always laughing. - Jayda Byrne ...Mr. D, retired but not forgotten. - Trevor Flynn ...the other seniors and the underclassmen, time goes ...my senior class and my teachers. I love you so much! by quickly and I hope you all end up successful. - Sam - Lauren Starkey Gnall ...Danny, my little brother - make the most of these days, ...the junior class, may you be blessed with happiness Danny. They go by fast! - Mark Lawrence and success in whatever you choose to do. Remember ...the rest of the senior class and the teachers that have - have fun but work hard. - Matthew Reed helped male all this possible. - Dylan Minahan

Thoughts on Graduating Thoughts on Graduating “For me, it was never the things I did that “I am a little bit afraid because once I start haunted me, it was the things I didn’t do. Put college, I will lose the small classroom atmo- yourself out there. Don’t fret over loss because sphere and all the teachers I know around here.” in the end, nothing truly lasts forever.”

Thoughts on Graduating Thoughts on Graduating “Something I wish I knew before entering “I guess it is time for us all to move on to big- senior year was not to rush to graduate. Spend as ger and better things in life.” much time here as you can because before you know it, it’s all over.” - Kayla Luther MAHANOY AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2017 Nikki Stetson Photography purchase photos of your favorite Golden Bears at www.nikkistetson.com ATTENTION CALLING ALL ARTISTS

UNDERCLASSMEN Ms. Scicc is collecting student artwork for an ex- hibit at the Schuylkill Haven Walk in Art Cen- Class dues for this school year are due as ter in September. Work may have been created in soon as possible. If you have any questions or or out of school and must be delivered to the art are not sure how much you owe, please room before June 9. see your class adviser. Theatre Arts Nominated for Jonathan Feet Palubinsky Sovereign Awards Softball Tournament

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Maximum number of players Congratulations to the cast and crew of 42nd Street for the per team is 15 following nominations for Sovereign Majestic Awards:

Outstanding Graphic Design Must have a minimum of Outstanding Choreography Outstanding Character for Brandon Hullihan as Mac 2 girls to play Outstanding Small Ensemble for Matt Reed, Sam Gnall, Megan Bisco, and MJ Terry in Keep Young and Beautiful Best Leading Actor for Matt Reed as Julian Marsh Deadline to register is Outstanding Male Vocalist for Matt Reed Saturday July 1st Male Soloist Award for Matt Reed in 42nd Street Reprise 142

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The deadline for submitting your senior photos for the yearbook is Tuesday, October 31, 2017. 1. Make an appointment with the photographer of your choice to have your photos taken this summer. 2. When you get your proofs, return them promptly so the Raising Funds photographer has enough time to prepare your photos for the yearbook. Some area photographers will e-mail Ms. to Travel to National Scicc your photo, some will not. 3. It is your responsibility to make sure Ms. Scicc receives Competition your photos by October 31, 2017. If they are not received by the deadline, there is no guarantee that your photos will The Mahanoy Area chapter of Family, Career, Commu- be included in the yearbook. nity Leaders of America recently participated in competi- Take the following requirements to your photographer tive events, better known as STAR (Students Taking Ac- before you have your photo taken. They are also on the tion for Recognition) at the Pennsylvania FCCLA State mabears.net website. Leadership Conference in March. The Menu Planning Team of Odeira Casanova, Devyn King and Taylor Bettis earned a silver medal for its French Cuisine themed proj- GUIDELINES FOR ect. The Chapter Service Display team earned the highest score for its event, earning the team a gold medal and a SENIOR YEARBOOK spot on the Pennsylvania National STAR Events Team. The team, consisting of Katherine Bran, Lois Johnson PHOTOS and Haley Jones, will compete for additional honors and scholarships at the FCCLA National Leadership Confer- FORMAL PHOTO ence from July 2-6 in Nashville, Tennessee. Vertical format only This great honor, however, does not come without a price. Traditional background only Students will need to cover the cost of transportation, No props, tattoos or hands should appear in the photo. meals, lodging, competitive events and other leadership Girls need to wear school appropriate necklines development activities. The cost of the National Leader- One wallet size photo is needed or e-mail photo in a jpeg ship Conference and National STAR events is approxi- format as an attachment to mately $1345 per student not including transportation. [email protected] With the importance of family, student success and of by Oct. 31, 2017 course pride both in our local community and state, the A confirmation e-mail will be sent when photo is received. Mahanoy Chapter is hoping to get financial support from the community. If you would like to have your name or business added to the back of the FCCLA t-shirts and to INFORMAL PHOTO become a sponsor of the FCCLA team please see Mrs. Vertical format only Pepe. Any background may be used The FCCLA is organized a community yard sale/vendor Any pose may be used sale and car wash held on Saturday, May 27th with sales One wallet size photo is needed or from 8am - 12pm here at the school. Set-up began at 6 am. e-mail photo in a jpeg format as an attachment to [email protected] The sale spaces were “rented” for $10 and were located by Oct. 31, 2017 in the HS Faculty parking area. There was also an indoor A confirmation e-mail will be sent when photo is received. clothing sale in the HS LGI with proceeds benefiting FC- Ask your photographer if they will send this photo or if CLA and The Golden-Heart Bear Program. you need to. FCCLA members please pick up your raffle tickets from Mrs. Pepe. MAHANOY AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2017 Senior Superlatives... Students Participate in CLASS CLOWNS Jordan Kunkel and Billy Lipshaw

MOST UNORGANIZED Ryan Wuttke and Haley Obrzut Several Mahanoy students attended the first ever Spartan games at North Schuylkill High School with Ms. Flexer MOST LIKELY TO BE SEEN TEXTING on Tuesday, May 16 to compete in a variety of events. Chassitty Ramos and Karin Scalamonti Congratulations to Jesse Stewart who placed 1st in the frisbee toss, 3rd in the 100 meter race and 5th in the run- MOST ORGANIZED Nolan Yanchuck and Matt Reed ning long jump at the Spartan games. Congratulations to Caleb Houser for placing 1st in the MOST JACKED 100 meter race, 2nd in the running long jump, and 3rd in Zach Leshko and Mike Joseph the shot put. Congratulations to Chris Mease for placing 1st in the BIGGEST HEART running long jump, 2nd in the frisbee throw, and 2nd in Alyssia Powlus, John Molina and Katie Loughlin the 100 meter race. Thanks to the following amazing high school volunteers WORST CASE OF SENIORITIS that did not hesitate when asked to help, Nicole Spalti, Billy Lipshaw and Angel Ramos Emily Sillers, Haley Jones and Alexis Jones. They had a great time cheering on the competitors, recording results MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED Kyle Loughlin and Sam Gnall and awarding ribbons. A special thanks to Jared Spalti for being the mascot at the Spartan Games. Jared placed third BIGGEST REDNECK in the Mascot Race! Matt Derr and Randy Derr Thanks to all the staff that made a donation in support of this event. MOST SCHOOL SPIRIT Liam Mansell and Billy Van Allen

MOST OUTGOING Mike Joseph and Mark Lawrence 2018

MOST ARTISTIC Lauren Starkey and Jayson Rago

MOST LIKELY TO BE SEEN ON TWITTER Sarah Herring and Jesse Gunoskey Your yearbook should be a record of your senior year, BEST SMILE from jumping in the pool at the end of your junior year Jayda Byrne and Haley Obrzut throughout your entire senior year! It is easy to submit photos of you and your friends for possible use in the BIGGEST FLIRT 2018 yearbook! Sam Gnall and John Henry Schroeder Simply e-mail photos to: MOST TALKATIVE [email protected] Lauren Starkey and Damien Streisel CUTEST COUPLE BEST HAIR AnaMaria Marquez and Danny Fedor Trevor Flynn and Chassitty Ramos MOST ATHLETIC MOST LIKELY TO BE SEEN IN THE SPOTLIGHT Matthew Reed and Sam Gnall Mike Joseph and Liam Mansell MAHANOY AREA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION 2017

“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You’re on your own. And you know what you know. You are the guy who’ll decide where to go.” - Dr. Seuss

Congratulations Class of 2017