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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

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 al

The Three Captains  John Schempf ’58 �

Kary (Lysaker) Magruder ’89 describes her late mom, Judy Lysaker, as “a pinnacle in the State College community” who dedicated 35 years to teaching English and Journalism at State High. When Judy passed away in December 2022, her family knew creating a fund to support journalism students would be a powerful way to honor her memor

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

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

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 ab

  SCASD Education Foundation is pleased to announce the 2023 Class of the Maroon & Gray Society, which will be inducted at this year’s dinner on May 20. Watch for full profiles on this year’s honorees coming soon. “The Three Captains” John Schempf ’58, Capt

In March 2022, the Central Pennsylvania Japanese School (“Central Pennsylvania Nihongo Gakko”) made a $20,000 contribution to the Education Foundation to honor the educational opportunities given to children of the Central Pennsylvania Japanese School by SCASD over the past 37 years. A portion of the gift was recently used

Even during its earliest stages, the Education Foundation fielded questions from supporters about name recognition opportunities, such as plaques and signage. Most of these inquiries were based on a prospective donor’s desire to honor a teacher, coach, family member, class, team, club, or alumnus. Since this time, members of the Educ

Mary Kay (Archer) Montovino ’73 has had many roles within the school district—student, alumna, parent, staff member, and volunteer. Now she’s bringing her knowledge of and love for SCASD to her role as Education Foundation president. A lifelong resident of State College, Mary Kay attended SCASD K-12 and was involved with

Photo: Park Forest Middle School Facebook page During one of the busiest times of the year, on behalf of the Education Foundation board of directors, I’d like to take a moment to wish our families, faculty, staff, volunteers and students a holiday break filled with family, frie

Calling all State High alumni! Your memories, photos and experiences are key to keeping our proud traditions and connections going. Take 10 minutes to share your thoughts in this alumni survey

“We are thrilled to announce that the most recent round of grant funding was record-breaking in more ways than one,” said Michelle Frisco, president of the Education Foundation board. “The Mardi Lowry McDonough ’87 Student Opportunity Fund & Grant Program is growing as an important driver of innovation and opportunity for e

There is still time to nominate an alumnus, teacher, coach, community member or team for next year’s Maroon & Gray Society. Honorees will be inducted at the dinner in May 2023. Make your nominat