Whitney Stringer ’02 (MGS 2023)
A public relations powerhouse shining God’s light through meaningful work Whitney Stringer ’02 Deeply rooted in her faith, Whitney Stringer said that her work is a true blessing. “My journey has been such a blessing; I get to shine the light of Jesus while also spotlighting deserving people, organizations, and causes in the work that […]
Marisa Vicere ’01, President & Founder, Jana Marie Foundation (MGS 2023)
Marisa Vicere ’01 “In 2010, my older sister, Jana Vicere (State High Graduate of 1999 – GED program), died by suicide,” Marisa shared. “Eight months later, I started the Jana Marie Foundation in her memory. The organization harnesses the power of creative expression and dialogue to spark conversations, build connections and promote mental health among […]
John Casey, Retired Principal Mount Nittany Middle School (MGS 2023)
John Casey While his career is easily considered successful, “I am most proud of my family and their successes. They have always been supportive and understanding of my evenings away to attend numerous meetings and sporting events,” John shared. After graduating from Philipsburg Osceola Area High School, John graduated from Penn State University in 1967 […]
1973 State Championship Little Lions Football Team (MGS 2023)
“Everyone contributed to an undefeated season.” 1973 State Championship Little Lions Football Team The 1973 State High Football Team came together to form a cohesive squad. They were more than just guys playing football. They exemplified talent, strategy, consistency, dedication and hard work… they were a true example of what it looks like to be […]
Gerard (Gerry) Mansell ’72, Sergeant First Class, U.S. Army (MGS 2023)
Gerry Mansell ’72 Gerry enjoyed reminiscing about his time in the SCASD. He spent most of his time on and around the auditorium stage. He was active in all technical aspects of theatre: lighting and set design and construction. He did some acting in his Sophomore and Junior years. He was the Technical Director, Set […]
Three siblings have combined 83 years of military service and earned the same senior rank (MGS 2023)
The Three Captains John Schempf ’58 Paving the way for younger sibs “As the oldest child, I take some small credit for their successes as I was the example, good and bad, that they could observe,” John smiled. During his school years, there was reorganization and changes throughout the district and physical school buildings. “A […]
The Judy Lysaker Journalism Support Fund Honors Dedicated Teacher
The Judy Lysaker Journalism Support Fund Honors Dedicated Teacher – SCASD Education Foundation (scasdfoundation.org) With the passing of Judy’s husband Pete in 2023, the fund has been renamed the Judy and Pete Lysaker Journalism Support Fund. You can read Pete’s biography below this article. Kary (Lysaker) Magruder ’89 describes her late mom, Judy Lysaker, as […]
Reunion News & Class Notes
Reunion News for Little Lions Mark your calendar for these upcoming reunions. Keep with more reunion news at statehighalumni.com. 1973 & 1974 News on the combined 50th Class Reunion for the SCHS Classes of 1973 & 1974: Our weekend celebration will begin Friday night, June 30, 2023, with our main event being held on Saturday, […]
New Scoreboard at Memorial Field Thanks to Class of 1962’s Larry Beans
The school board voted unanimously on February 21 to accept a generous $125,000 donation from 1962 graduate Larry Beans and to approve the purchase and installation of a new scoreboard for Memorial Field. The gift was made through the SCASD Education Foundation and follows Beans’ $875,000 donation in 2021 for the Memorial Field renovations. The new press box was named […]
International Baccalaureate program scholarship expands student opportunities
In addition to impacting their educational experiences in high school and college, participation in the International Baccalaureate program can help to shape a worldview that benefits students in their careers and their lives. You can read more about the program in this article. A scholarship fund is helping to make sure the program and its assessments […]