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In his 35 years in technology education—34 of those at State High—Pat Vernon has seen and taught through a lot of changes, as you’d imagine. “There certainly was a lot of progression in technology. It was an exciting time,” he said. “It still is!” Pat grew up in Pittsburgh and attended Penn State McKeesport for a

In her 38 years in education—31 of them in SCASD—Lynne Sanders was a classroom teacher, a reading specialist, and a principal, and helped to start an award-winning internship program for student teachers. “I loved working in the school district,” Lynne said. “And I guess you could say I had longevity.”  After teach

As a parent of children and grandchildren who went through the State College Area Schools, with a decade of service on the school board and a decade in the classroom as a teacher, Loretta “Laurie” Jeffreys says she was proud to be a part of this excellent school district. The Jeffreys moved to State College in 1965, but Lau

What kind of exciting things are happening this school year thanks to donor support for the Mardi Lowry McDonough ’87 Student Opportunity & Grant Fund? The fall awards cycle funded a wide range of requests that will, as always, impact students

The Mardi Lowry McDonough ’87 Student Opportunity Fund & Grant Program has grown significantly since its first round of grant awards in the fall of 2018. The most recent awards this fall totaled more than $32,000 for 37 projects spanning every school in the district and impacting students in every grade. These grant awards were s

  The mental health and well-being of students continue to be a top priority in our schools and a top funding priority for the Education Foundation through the Mental Health Matters Fund. The district’s partnership with Penn State’s Herr Clinic is supported by this fund to fulfill a critical need: delivering direct, on

  Do you know of an exceptional alum, standout retired educator, or memorable team or student group worthy of induction into the Maroon & Gray Society? Let us know! Nominate a deserving honoree for 2024’s Maroon & Gray Society at 

  Mount Nittany Health is fortunate to have incredible departments who go above and beyond for patients, and who continually make a positive difference in the Centre County community. This past May, Clinical Educators Dwain Pegues, RN; Pam Timlin, RN; and Lindsay Reiter, RN, Professional and Organizational Development, tau

Did you know Mount Nittany Health Orthopedics provides comprehensive athletic training support to SCASD? The athletic trainers are on-site every day to reduce the risk of injury for the athletes they serve, and when an injury does occur, they immediately assess, treat, and refer injuries for specialized care. After an injury, a

The spring cycle of the Mardi Lowry McDonough ’87 fund awarded more than $28,000 for projects across the district, thanks to generous support from Education Foundation donors.

Jane Snowdon ’77 is a powerhouse in the field of health and human services. She was inducted into the SCASD Education Foundation’s Maroon & Gray Society as part of the 2020 class (at the 2022 celebration) and she is a strong supporter of the organization. Recently Jane made a generous contribution to the Mardi Lowry McDonough �

This year’s Maroon & Gray Society was made possible in part by a generous sponsorship from Mount Nittany Health and other local businesses. Honorees spanned six decades, helping to draw old friends and colleagues, parents and families, and long-time supporters of the district for an evening of food, fun and friendship. Rain in th

YOU’RE INVITED! 2023 Maroon & Gray Society Celebration 

“Dad, during his 30+ years on the State College School Board, always worked tirelessly for the students, and the community of State College,” Tib Bunnell ’79 said of his father Richard M. Bunnell ’49 who passed away in May 2022. Richard’s family, including his wife Gwen (retired 25+year kindergarten

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

Marisa Vicere ’01  “In 2010, my older sister, Jana Vicere (State High Graduate of 1999 - GED program), died by suicide,” Marisa shared. “Eight months

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 under

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 p