Donor Support Changes Lives — Will You Help This Year?

Will you make a difference for students before our giving year closes on June 30? Because of our generous donors, students across our district have experienced opportunities that would not have been possible otherwise — opportunities that have nurtured their well-being, sparked their creativity, and enriched their learning. As we near the end of our […]

The Big 7-0! Class of 1973 Birthday Bash

Saturday, August 16, 2025; 6:00 – 9:00 PM Class of 1973 grads, celebrate your 70th State High-style. Head to Mt. Nittany Vineyard & Winery for the Class of 1973’s 70th Birthday Bash! Visit this link for all the details and the registration form. Email schsclassof73@gmail.com with questions!

Class of 1980, Celebrate 45 Years

45th Reunion, September 19-21, 2025 Enjoy a weekend of reliving the old days and making new memories with your State High friends. Visit this link for all the details and registration information. You can also keep in touch on your class Facebook page!

Class of 1965 Reunion Invitation: A Celebration of Memories

It is with immense joy and nostalgia that we extend to you and your guest an invitation to celebrate our 60th Class Reunion. This milestone is not just a testament to the passage of time, but a celebration of the bonds and memories we have shared. Weekend Details Friday, June 27, 2025, 5:30 pm.  Meet […]

10th Anniversary Featured Fund: Support the Mardi Lowry McDonough ’87 Student Opportunity Fund & Grant Program

As the end of the Education Foundation’s fiscal year approaches, there’s still time to make an impact. The Mardi Lowry McDonough ’87 Student Opportunity Fund & Grant Program, the Education Foundation’s first fund, is growing, with teachers submitting more applications than ever to fund innovative projects, classroom equipment, and more. The Education Foundation’s first and […]

Thank You, Centre Gives Donors

Another year of Centre Gives is in the books, and the Education Foundation is grateful for the Centre Foundation and, of course, for the donors who support our students during this community-wide day of giving. Donations will impact students through the Mardi Lowry McDonough ’87 Student Opportunity Fund & Grant Program as well as the […]

Maroon & Gray Celebration 2025 Recap & Photo Gallery

Thank you to everyone who attended this year’s Maroon & Gray Celebration! As always, guests enjoyed a fun and meaningful evening at Centre Hills Country Club, celebrating the 2025 honorees and supporting a worthwhile cause: our students! Your generous support raised more than $25,000 for the Mardi Lowry McDonough Student Opportunity Fund & Grant Program. […]

Your Centre Gives donation makes a bigger impact this year

Introducing the Presidents Fund Match Community support has never been more important. By giving during Centre Gives May 14-15, you’re enhancing education today AND investing in the future of our students and our community. Now, a fund established by past presidents of the Education Foundation to mark its 10-year anniversary, will extend the impact of […]

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 […]

Class of 2000 Establishes Memorial Fund for Mental Wellness to Honor Late Classmates

The Class of 2000 Memorial Fund for Mental Wellness took shape in 2025 with a twofold mission: to honor late members of the class and to help fulfill mental health needs within the State College Area School District. Developed by the class in collaboration with the SCASD Education Foundation, this permanent fund operates as part […]