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- Around the Schools / Featured News / High SchoolJune 8, 2026Western Wayne High School Hosts Graduation for Class of 2026 Wildcat Pride was bursting from the audience at Western Wayne’s Sharkey Rosetti football stadium on the evening of Friday, June 5, for the graduation of the class of 2026. This is a bright class of students who have excelled in academics, athletics, and club activities having gained a total of $3,047,128 on stage at senior night in college scholarships and grants, with an inclusive total for senior night of $3,133,553 earned by our students. Student speakers at graduation focussed their speeches on the importance of kindness and doing right by others. Senior Audrey Agnello, president of the class of 2026, who will attend The University of Scranton in pursuit of a career as a labor and delivery nurse, gave the welcome address along with presenting the Class Mantel to Madelyn McClure, junior class president. Agnello told her classmates, the audience, and the future senior class what she finds to be the most valuable lessons that they can take with them. “While graduation is often seen as an ending, I believe that it is really a celebration of everything we have learned,” Agnello said. Agnello chose to discuss the novel Wonder by R. J. Palacio to help get her point across about life lessons. “Everyone is fighting battles of their own that are unknown to others,” Agnello said, reflecting on the plot of the book. “When given the choice of being right and being kind, choose kind.” Agnello also quoted song lyrics by Noah Kahan, “You’re gonna go far.” She reminded everyone that in going far one should remember to take with them kindness, compassion, and empathy. “I hope you never underestimate the power of a single act of kindness,” Agnello said. Following Agnello’s words, the class salutatorian and valedictorian were introduced and gave speeches. Senior Grace Moser, Waymart, was named the salutatorian of the class of 2026 with a final overall GPA of 101.72 . Moser is the daughter of Lydia Talarico and Kurt Moser. Along with being an excellent academic student, Moser was involved in Western Wayne clubs and activities including: FBLA, National Honor Society, Student Council, Envirothon, Aevidum, Student Ambassador, and Inclusion Club. In the future, she plans to attend Lebanon Valley College to obtain a master’s degree in speech-language pathology. “My favorite high school memory is being involved in spirit games each year and enjoying that special time spent with all of my friends, ” she said. “While at Western Wayne, the experience that has most prepared me for my future plans is being a member of many clubs and activities in school and taking on leadership roles. Through these experiences, I have learned the true meaning of leadership and its impact on others.” In her salutatorian speech, Moser focussed on thanking her family and classmates for making her who she is today. She especially thanked her mom for being a constant source of strength and love calling her a “built-in best friend” who has taught her so much and helped her become who she is today. In addition, along with thanking a number of her other classmates, Moser thanked the valedictorian Paul Borowski, her good friend, and supporter throughout her time in school from elementary grades through to her high school years. She described Borowski as, “someone who pushed me to become better every day. Thank you for challenging me, encouraging me, and growing alongside me through it all.” Moser also noted the kindness that she and so many other faculty have seen in the class of 2026. “Our class has genuine friendships and so much love and a sense of support that people spend their whole lives searching for,” Moser said. She closed her speech by focussing on a discussion of growth and change. “Growth and change has been quietly happening alongside us all along,” she said. “The truth is every meaningful part of our lives have come from change. It allows us to become who we were meant to be.” Fellow classmate Paul Borowski, Waymart, was named valedictorian of the class of 2026 with a GPA of 102.14. Paul is the son of Paul and Andrea Borowski. Paul also has done numerous activities at Western Wayne. He has participated in football, track and field, wrestling, National Honor Society, Envirothon, Robotics, Inclusion Club, Science Olympia, and FBLA In the future, he plans to attend Penn State University for a four year degree in engineering. “My favorite high school memory is when everyone would hang out at Lori’s after school events,” Borowski said. “My experience that has most prepared me for my future is balancing school with sports and outside activities. Taking many high level courses, while being a triple-sport athlete, has taught me valuable life lessons about time management.” In his valedictorian speech, Borowski also took the time to thank some of his friends individually and to thank his parents and sister for shaping him into the person he is today. He also thanked fellow classmate and life-long friend Grace Moser for pushing him to be a better version of himself. He recognized his dad for teaching him hard life lessons and his mom for always believing in him through good and bad times. He then focussed his speech on how he wanted the class to reflect on the person in their lives that believes in them the most. “Everyone here has their own version of that person who believes in them,” Borowski said. “Success isn’t measured by our grades and achievements. It is measured by growth.” Borowski believes that a lot of the growth made by individuals can be attributed to the belief their loved ones had in them that helped push them forward to find success. As Borowski brought his speech to a close he said, “Most importantly never forget the people who believed in you before you believed in yourself.” Following the speeches, all graduates received their diplomas and were presented as the Class of 2026 to the audience. They then sang the school’s alma mater one last time as a class on stage. The Western Wayne School District wishes all the graduates the best in their bright futures. Picture One: Salutatorian Grace Moser gives her speech to the Western Wayne class of 2026. Picture Two: The Western Wayne class of 2026 celebrate at the end of the graduation ceremony. 2026 GRADUATE LIST – FINAL Audrey Gayle Agnello Loucynthia Jean Allen Luis Peter Appollonio Mia Criselle Arcadipane Vincent Joseph Baldini Luckus Patrick Balmer Lauren Renee Beamer Paul John Borowski III Jake R. Brown Connor Edward Buchinski Lylah Rae Bucksbee Chad Zachary Burns Aiden John Burry Ayla Rose Butrim Robert James Carrelle III Connor Jeffrey Clark Hayley Star Cordero Anastasia Maria Correa Alexzander Jayson DeCandis Dominic Anthony DeSiato Hannah Elisabeth DeStefano Julian Leonard Dobrzyn Sonora Rose Dockemeyer Roxanne Michelle Dugan Riley John Dunn Kera Mae Edwards Katherina Karma Elston Ian Carmine Ensley Ty Matthew Enslin Laylah Rose Epstein Brody Estock Chance Fahnestock Antonio Mwaura Fisichella Nicholas Gathama Fisichella Abigail Anna Fox Mikayla Skye Fullone John Galati Justin Thomas Garcia Thomas Robert Rickard Garrison Veronike Zoe Gauvain Mia Grace Gifford Ethan J. Gillott Xavier Travis Graham Olivia Mae Gries Charlianne Rose Hachikian Cristina M. Haire Kellyann Marie Hallberg Kendra L. Harper LO’shai Harris Isabella Louise Hayden Tyler Gregory Hedge Summer Rose Heenan Violet Abigail Heflin Ema-Jade Grace Heller Kiernan Herlihy Christopher Thomas Hopkins Gideon Isaac Jezorwski Zachary Mitchell Jordan Ciarra Carolyn Kidder Joseph Kieva Jayden Dennis Knittle Briana Alena Konan Maggie Grace Kotchessa Raeleigh Ann Kromko Scott Alan Kurent, Jr. Braden Christopher Laity Aedan Joseph Lampman Jacob Owen Lawlor Kayla Marie Leahy Samantha Nichole Lee Cassidy Marie Levens McKayleigh Marie Lokuta Beja Marie Marcel Kayelin Rae Martin Aiden Manuel Matthews Lance A. McAndrew Jordan R. McDonald, Jr. Karina Elizabeth McLeod Brendan C. Mistishin Khloe S. Mistishin Grace Marie Moser Makayla Claire Moser Matthew Moyer Carly Lynn Muniz Kiera Murphy Trista Aileen Murphy Katelyn Marie Nunez Jake Joseph Obloshny Owen Chase Obloshny Francis Pane Ethan T. Paugh Logan Michael Pauler Norman Zachary Phillips Michael Pongracz Liza Elaine Pontosky Matthew Pontosky Isaac Francis Quiros Nathalie Ramos Hazel Ratliff Shauna Ann Rodger Jasmine M. Rodriguez Katherine Melissa Roedel Landon W. Romanaskas Ronnie Ronnow Joseph Christopher Roses Gianna Ryelin Rosetti Ethan Rutkowski Phoebe Elizabeth Schmitt Katarina Elizabeth Shumski Kameron Bishop Sic Christiana Catherine Smith Sydney Rae Sosa Ismael Sosa II Ryan Matthew Sparks Ryan Richard Stokesberry Ashan D. Stookey Judah Strocchia Calvin H. Supanek Brenden Patrick Thomas Carin Ambrose Thomas Joseph S. Tickner Annette Lucille Torres Ashley Lynn Toscano Daniel Michael Toscano Madison Elyse Trapanese Graysen Edward Valinski Omar Vargas, Jr. Giuliana Velazquez Logan James Vinton Madelyn Lois Vinton Landon Visceglia Ryan Jacob Walton Hailey Marie Wasman Alexis Anna Weist Jacob Remington Wells Jade Wetherington Zachary J. Wilbur Anthony Ernest Zoppi Like this:Like Loading… [...] .
- Featured News / Guidance / High School / Middle SchoolJune 8, 2026
- Around the Schools / Featured News / High SchoolJune 1, 2026High School May Students of the MonthThe following students were recognized by the Student Council as students of the month for May. Their teachers and administrators weighed in on the decisions. All of the students chosen hold a high standard of academic and personal excellence. They are true examples of the P.R.I.D.E. standards for PBIS at our school. First, is our selected freshman Reyna Weaver. She is described as a creative thinker, hard worker, having a positive attitude, and is always engaged. Reyna is always willing to go the extra mile in class with her attentive, mature, and respectful attitude. In addition, it is noted she always has a smile and is kind and polite to all she meets. Next, Archer Long is our chosen sophomore this month. He has excelled in golf this year along with having other accomplishments in art where he placed at the Western Wayne High School Art Show with many pieces and has been chosen to have his artwork on display at a local community exhibition to be announced later this spring. In addition, he has worked hard this year in his academic classes and has done quality work in English. It is noted by his teachers that he is resilient and always assists everyone with needed academic tasks in class. In addition, Dylan Caracciola is this month’s featured junior. His teachers note him to be courteous, extremely helpful, polite, and respectful. In addition, he is a great student who puts quality work and effort into all he does. He also embodies the quality of humility and has a great sense of humor as well. He is a very well-rounded young man. Finally, Daniel Toscano is our senior spotlight this month. He is noted to be a hard worker, funny, resilient, kind, and focused on his goals. In addition, it is noted by his teachers that he is extremely helpful and gets along with everyone. He is also very polite, respectful, and humble– truly a person who does what is needed with sincerity in all tasks. Dan has dedicated himself to self-improvement through his work with school services this year. He is continuing to strive for more and working to provide himself with a good quality life for his very bright future. The Western Wayne School District congratulates these May students of the month and wishes them the best in their future endeavors. From left: Archer Long, Daniel Toscano, and Reyna Weaver. Absent from photo: Dylan Caracciola. Like this:Like Loading… [...] .
- Around the Schools / Featured News / High SchoolMay 28, 2026Students Present Research at the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science State MeetingThe following Western Wayne High School and Middle School students presented scientific research at the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science Regional Competition on May 18. These students investigated a scientific question, carried out controlled scientific research, and presented their findings to a panel of professionals in STEM fields. Students engaged in the engineering design process to develop these projects. The Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science (PJAS) is a statewide organization of middle and high school students designed to stimulate and promote interest in science among its members through the development of research projects and investigations. High School: Audrey Agnello- 2nd award for her research in the field of Behavioral Science. Audrey studied Gender Differences in Deceptive Efficiency. Audrey was awarded a perseverance award for her success at the state competition. Madelyn McClure -1st award for her research in the field of Zoology. Madelyn studied the Thermal Effects of Exercise on Equine Lower Limbs. Madelyn focused on how protective boots may increase tendon damage due to heat retention using a thermal camera and horses that are in training. Madelyn was awarded a perseverance award for her success at the state competition. Christopher Pane- 2nd award for his research in the field of Biology. Christopher studied How cells are protected from Stress by Antioxidants. Chris’s work is related to cancer development in cells and how antioxidants prevent damage and protect cells. Ava Karabuber- 2nd award for her research in the field of Botany. Ava studied the Effects of Salt on Plant Germination. Ava focused on how road salt runoff is impacting germination in plants. Charlie Vinton- 2nd award for his research in Microbiology. Charlie studied the Bacterial Content of Manufactured Snow. Charlie’s work examined the bacterial load in snow that is manufactured at ski resorts compared to natural snow. Middle School: Timothy McClure- 1st award for his research in Physics. TJ conducted an Experimental Analysis of Projectile Velocity Consistency. TJ examined how ballistics rounds vary in velocity throughout a lot and between brands as fired through a chronograph. TJ was awarded a perfect score and the State Directors’ Award of Excellence for Junior High Physics as well as a monetary award. Harper Bell- 2nd award for her research in Physics. Harper studied the effects of softball bat type on ball distance. Harper’s interest in softball drove her research to determine which bat is most effective. Sophia Shehadi- 2nd award for her research in Microbiology. Sophia studied the Effects of Straw Type on Bacterial Content. Her work involved determining the bacteria that build up in straw materials during use. Club advisors are high school science teachers Christine McClure and Maria Masankay. Photo one, from left: Madelyn McClure and Audrey Agnello received perseverance awards for their success at the state competition.Photo two, from left: Christopher Pane, Madelyn McClure, Sophia Shehadi, Harper Bell, Audrey Agnello, Ava Karabuber, Charles Vinton, and Timothy McClurePhoto three: Timothy McClure received the State Directors’ Award of Excellence for Junior High Physics. Like this:Like Loading… [...] .
- Around the Schools / Featured News / High SchoolMay 19, 2026Western Wayne Car Show and Lead Motorcycle Run on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 The Western Wayne Hot Rod Club and Drama Club will host their 2026 Annual Car Show on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the high school parking lot, 1970A Easton Turnpike, Lake Ariel, PA, near the football stadium. Food to be sold at the concession stand. Registration fee is $10. Spectators are free. The Hot Rod Club will give prizes for best car, truck, tractor, motorcycle, and best in show. The Drama Club will also host a Lead Motorcycle Run the same day starting at BAER Sports Center, Honesdale, with the finish at the Western Wayne High School. Registration for Motorcycle Run from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The ride begins at 10:30 a.m. Cost is $20 per driver and $15 per passenger. Register day of event at BAER Sports Center. Receive a food voucher and basket raffle ticket for Western Wayne Car Show with Lead Motorcycle Run registration. In addition, the Drama group will sell a variety of concessions at the car show. There will also be a raffle of baskets and gift certificates generously donated by businesses and families in the local community. Drama Club President Dakota Douglas is excited to partner with the Hot Rod Club for the Car Show. She explained how the Drama Club students will be dressed in 50s attire for the event. “We wanted our presence at the event to go along with the variety of cars from the past that surely will be there,” Dakota said. “We hope that the public comes out to enjoy the cars and to have some good food and purchase some chances to win baskets and gift certificates.” Members of the Drama Parents Club are working to obtain a variety of items for the raffle at the Car Show from many very generous businesses and families in our Wildcat community. The students involved in the Hot Rod Club and Drama Club can use the funds raised from this event for their club activities. The Hot Rod Club meets on a regular basis to work on a variety of automotive projects after school and can use the funds for their projects among other activities. The Drama Club meets on a regular basis after school to work on a variety of projects and activities. “Drama Club gives students a place where they can express themselves,” club vice president, Jason Vass, explained. “We are like one big family in our club and really enjoy coming together to work as a team on events such as the Car Show.” All of the members of the Hot Rod Club, Drama Club, and Drama Parents Club cordially invite the public to attend this fun-filled event. Come out and see some great vehicles, take some chances on our basket raffle, enjoy some food, and enjoy some time socializing. Hope to see you there on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19. The rain date is Saturday, September 26. Like this:Like Loading… [...] .
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