2026 Maroon & Gray Society Inductee Videos
It was a wonderful evening celebrating the 2026 Class of the Maroon & Gray Society. Thank you to our generous sponsors, all of our attendees, and, of course, our inductees and their friends and families. Photos from the event are coming soon; in the meantime, you can enjoy these celebration videos. Individual Honorees Video 2016 […]
Honoring the 1986 Little Lions Softball Team
Watch the Maroon & Gray Society Celebration Video The 1986 State College Little Lions softball team’s run to the PIAA title was shaped by grit, fundamentals, and a bond that carried them through every inning and helped them earn the state championship. Team member Shelly (Marshall) Ishler remembers, “Once we were on the practice field […]
Honoring Joseph A. Smith ’54, Artist, Illustrator, Retired Professor of Fine Arts at The Pratt Institute
Even as a kid, growing up in 1940s and ’50s State College, Joseph A. Smith couldn’t resist the sketch pad. His animated, oddball doodles captured the imagination of his classmates. One childhood friend, Joan (Hawbaker) Brower, has kept several of his early drawings over more than 70 years — including comical caricatures of her father, […]
Honoring Mel Curtis, Anti-Hunger Program Director, YMCA of Centre County
Mel Curtis has been part of the YMCA for 32 years. He considers himself fortunate to have the strong support of his wife, Shirley, and their three sons, Matthew, Luke, and Mark. Mel’s commitment to service is rooted in his upbringing in a small town, where his parents taught him the importance of giving back. […]
Honoring Patricia Shoffner, Retired Teacher & Volunteer, Corl Street Elementary
Pat was born in New York City and grew up in Princeton, NJ. She chose Penn State—where she earned a B.S. in Elementary and Special Education—because her favorite high school teacher was an alumnus. Her career with SCASD began in 1977 at Ferguson Township Elementary where she student-taught kindergarten. Between 1978 and 1995, she taught […]
Honoring the 2016 Boys Track & Field – PIAA State Champions
The 2016 State College Area High School boys track and field team delivered a historic breakthrough, capturing the program’s first-ever PIAA team championship and cementing their place among the school’s most accomplished athletic groups. Though State High has long been known for excellence in track and field, no boys team had previously secured the overall […]
Honoring the 2016 Girls Track & Field Team
The 2016 State College Area High School Girls Track & Field Team built on the program’s history of success and delivered an exceptional season. Marked by undefeated dual meets, record‑breaking performances, and a second‑place finish at the PIAA AAA State Championship, their achievements weren’t the result of one standout athlete or one standout event. Their […]
Save the Date: 2026 Maroon & Gray Society Celebration
Mark your calendars for this year’s celebration of the SCASD community when we recognize alumni, volunteers, educators, coaches, friends, teams, and supporters who have made an impact. If you’ve attended in past years, you can count on another fun and meaningful evening. If you’ve never been, make this the year! Keep reading for details. 2026 […]
2026 Maroon & Gray Nominations are Open
From exceptional alumni to beloved educators, the Maroon & Gray Society honors individuals who have made an impact. Now is your chance to submit your nominations for the 2026 class of inductees. Nominations are open through November 30 at this link.
Celebrating 10 Years of Unique Student Opportunities and Generous Donor Support
Message from our President, Duane Bullock The SCASD Education Foundation was founded in 2015 with a simple mission: to create opportunities for students. Today, its signature fund, the Mardi Lowry McDonough ’87 Student Opportunity Fund & Grant Program, distributes grants in the fall and spring every year, making the visions of our educators, teachers, and […]