Two senior members of the Western Wayne High School chapter of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) are being recognized for their dedication and achievement after competing in one of FBLA’s most challenging state-level events.
Phoebe Schmitt, Western Wayne FBLA Vice President, and Audrey Agnello, Western Wayne FBLA Secretary, represented their school in the Public Service Announcement (PSA) event, an event offered only at the state level and widely regarded as one of the most competitive FBLA competitions in Pennsylvania.
Their team developed and presented a public service announcement focused on the dangers of social media use among teenagers, with particular attention to the connection between excessive online engagement and cyberbullying. The PSA emphasized awareness, digital responsibility, and the real consequences cyberbullying can have on teen mental health and well-being.
While the team did not place in the final standings, their selection to compete and their performance at the state level reflects a high level of skill, preparation, and professionalism. The PSA event draws top competitors from across the state, making participation alone a significant accomplishment.
Both Schmitt and Agnello are highly dedicated members of Western Wayne FBLA and have played key leadership roles within the chapter. As officers, they have consistently contributed their time, effort, and creativity to support chapter activities, mentor fellow members, and represent Western Wayne with pride. Their work in the PSA event demonstrates their commitment to addressing real-world issues through leadership and service. Western Wayne High School commends Phoebe Schmitt and Audrey Agnello for their hard work, thoughtful advocacy, and continued dedication to the FBLA program.
The following students were recognized by the Student Council as students of the month for December. 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, Allison Ochlan is our selected freshman. Allison is called courteous, hard-working, positive, kind, and polite by her teachers. She has a notably positive attitude and is always striving to be the best she can be.
Next, Layla Persaud is our chosen sophomore this month. Layla is called responsible, mature, courteous, hard-working, caring, and empathetic by her teachers. She is extremely dedicated to her schoolwork and is always kind to others.
In addition, Olivia Haines is this month’s featured junior. Like her peers she is noted by her teachers as being kind, hard-working, dedicated, intelligent, dependable, mature, and responsible.
Finally, Paul Borowski is our senior spotlight this month. Paul’s teachers say he is intelligent, personable, kind, helpful, friendly, honest, trustworthy, and, in addition to all of that, has a wonderful sense of humor. Paul is also a proud member of the Western Wayne Varsity Football Team.
The Western Wayne School District congratulates these December students of the month and wishes them the best in their future endeavors.
From left: Allison Ochlan, Olivia Haines, Layla Persaud, and Paul Borowski.
The Pennsylvania Association of Rural and Small Schools (PARSS) recently granted Western Wayne High School students a 2,000 grant. Mrs. Christine McClure, advisor of Western Wayne’s chapter of Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science, wrote the grant and is thrilled the students will be able to use it to pay for their Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science competition this year. It will cover at least three quarters of the cost of attending for each student involved. There are about 15 students involved in Western Wayne’s PJAS this year in grades seven through 12.
The PJAS students will attend regionals on February 28 at Wilkes University and could then have the possibility of attending states this May at Penn State Main Campus. The students are all working on individual research projects for the regional competition.
One such student is Madelyn McClure, junior, doing research on the effects of different protective boots on horses. Some of the data she is gathering is about how much heat the boots produce. “I’m looking forward to learning more through my investigation especially because I enjoy working with horses so much,” Madelyn said.
Fellow junior Abigail Bell is doing a creatively unique research project on one of her passions– dance. She will study the effects of dance on people’s mood. She will achieve this goal by selecting clips of different dance styles, for example, jazz, hip hop, pom, pointe, etc. Then she will show them to a sample group and have them complete a mood survey afterwards. “I am curious to discover the different types of emotions people will feel from experiencing various types of dance,” Abigail said.
Another junior working on a PJAs research project this year is Raegan Fox. She is conducting a biology experiment about the effects of bacteria using different types of body wash. “I am looking forward to presenting my research at the conference this February,” Raegan said. The district is very grateful to PARSS for the grant which will aid these students in their journey to participate in their upcoming PJAS competition.
Picture one, from left: Raegan Fox, Abigail Bell, Mrs. Christine McClure, and Madelyn McClure.
Picture two: Raegan Fox with some of her experiment work for her PJAs project.
Come join us to support the Western Wayne Marching Band & Color Guard and the Western Wayne Drama Club at a dine-in night on Thursday, February 26, from 3 to 10 p.m., at the Texas Roadhouse located at, 1255 Commerce Blvd, Dickson City.
Print out the flyer found on this event page and present it to your waiter/waitress, and the Band & Drama organization will receive 10% of your total bill from your visit.
You also can use the flyer for takeout orders!
Copies of the flyers also will be sent home with students and staff in all district buildings in February.
Thank you in advance for your support of the performing arts in our district!
Western Wayne Drama Club’s production this year is Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The cast, crew, and pit band are excited to perform the show for the community. Performances of Western Wayne Drama Club’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory are at Western Wayne High School’s Veterans Memorial Auditorium on Friday, April 10, at 7 p.m.; Saturday, April 11, at 7 p.m.; and Sunday, April 13, at 2 p.m. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for senior citizens and students, and Western Wayne students are free with a student ID. Follow us on instagram at ww_drama_club
This year we will have pre-sale tickets available for purchase during the time of our Character Breakfast on, Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. All ticket sales will be final. Having a pre-sale ticket means you will not have to wait in line on the dates of the performances for tickets but does not reserve a certain seat in the auditorium.
Tickets also will be available at the door. There are no online sales. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com The production is also licensed by Music Theatre International.
All involved with the show are grateful to have the opportunity to perform for an audience and cordially invite you to their show.
INTERESTED APPLICANT PLEASE SEND LETTER OF INTEREST, CLEARANCES – Acts 24, 34, 151, 114, 153, 168 TO:
HUMAN RESOURCES, WESTERN WAYNE SCHOOL DISTRICT, 1970C EASTON TURNPIKE, LAKE ARIEL, PA 18436 or via e-mail to employment@westemwayne.org by 3:00 p.m. on January 23.2026.
APPLICANT MUST BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH ACTS 24/34/151/114 GUIDELINES. ALL EMPLOYMENT FORMS MUST BE REGISTERED IN THE DISTRICT OFFICE BEFORE EMPLOYMENT START DATE. WESTERN WAYNE SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EOE SCHOOL DISTRICT.
Students from Western Wayne High School’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter competed at the Region 22 Leadership Conference, held at The University of Scranton, earning numerous top finishes and qualifying several students for the FBLA State Leadership Conference.
Western Wayne students competed in both objective testing events, which require mastery of business concepts through rigorous, timed exams, and performance events, where students demonstrate leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills through presentations, interviews, and case-based scenarios before panels of judges. These competitions reflect a high level of academic rigor and require extensive preparation, professionalism, and commitment beyond the classroom.
Student Leadership Highlight In addition to competitive success, Madelyn McClure was elected and officially installed as Region 22 FBLA President for the 2026–2027 school year. Madelyn previously served as Region 22 Secretary, where she helped organize meetings, support regional officers, and lead conference programming throughout the year. Her election reflects her strong leadership skills, dedication to service, and commitment to advancing FBLA opportunities for students across the region.
The Western Wayne FBLA chapter is advised by Christine McClure, with additional leadership support from Tim McClure and Megan Rush. Participation in the Region 22 Leadership Conference highlights the rigor of the FBLA program and the dedication of students who commit to extensive preparation, leadership development, and professional growth. Western Wayne FBLA congratulates all competitors and looks forward to representing the district at the FBLA State Leadership Conference in Hershey, Pennsylvania, this coming April. Members Phoebe Schmitt and Audrey Agnello will compete in their state-only presentation the week of January 12.
Regional Placements and State Qualifiers (Students advancing to the FBLA State Leadership Conference are noted as State Qualifier) Accounting • Shin Cheon Moon – 6th Place (State Qualifier) • Benjamin McCleland – 10th Place • Nicholas Fisichella – 11th Place Advertising • Madison Kizer – 4th Place (State Qualifier) • Donovan Gregorski – 12th Place Agribusiness • Grady Farley – 5th Place (State Qualifier) Banking & Financial Systems • Paul Borowski, Robert Carrelle, Aiden Matthews – 4th Place (State Qualifier, Team) Business Communication • Paityn Duprey – 5th Place (State Qualifier) • Bryn Vinton – 6th Place (State Qualifier) • Alicia Wertman – 10th Place Business Ethics • Maggie Kotchessa, Khloe Mistishin, Grace Moser – 1st Place (State Qualifier, Team) Business Law • Charlianne Hachikian – 5th Place (State Qualifier) Computer Applications (School-Site Event) • Madelyn Vinton – 1st Place (State Qualifier) • Raeleigh Kromko – 2nd Place (State Qualifier) Economics • Antonio Fisichella – 7th Place • Judah Strocchia – 9th Place Financial Planning • Francis Pane & Norman Phillips – 4th Place Future Business Educator • Madison Forgione – 2nd Place (State Qualifier) Healthcare Administration • Roxanne Dugan – 3rd Place (State Qualifier) • Raegan Fox – 7th Place • Abigail Bell – 9th Place Hospitality & Event Management • Madison Trapanese – 7th Place Human Resource Management • Eli Bilski – 6th Place (State Qualifier) Impromptu Speaking • Christopher Pane – 4th Place • Nathaniel Amberg – 6th Place Introduction to Business Presentation • Emily Borowski & Olivia McGlone – 6th Place • McKinnley Churmblo & Kylie Morcom – 8th Place Introduction to Business Procedures • Myles Lee – 4th Place (State Qualifier) • William Theobald – 8th Place • Carmine Leggio – 9th Place Introduction to FBLA • Kaelyn Chearney – 2nd Place (State Qualifier) • Kaitlyn Kloss – 6th Place (State Qualifier) • Kamila Rivera – 14th Place Introduction to Information Technology • Kyle Matthews – 4th Place (State Qualifier) Introduction to Marketing Concepts • Meghan Rath – 8th Place Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure • Julia Burry – 2nd Place (State Qualifier) • Avery Vinton – 3rd Place (State Qualifier) • Kelsey Lokuta – 4th Place (State Qualifier) Introduction to Social Media Strategy • Ella Kieva & Raelyn Simpson – 6th Place • Olivia Black & Grace Owens – 7th Place Introduction to Supply Chain Management • Lillian Gilchrist – 3rd Place (State Qualifier) Job Interview • Annie Williams – 3rd Place (State Qualifier) Journalism • Makenzie Chearney – 4th Place (State Qualifier) Marketing • Cole Combs, Ciarra Kidder, Braden Laity – 4th Place (State Qualifier, Team) Networking Infrastructures • Graysen Valinski – 4th Place (State Qualifier) Organizational Leadership • Madelyn McClure – 2nd Place (State Qualifier) Personal Finance • Evan Korea – 7th Place Real Estate • Justin Jimenez – 4th Place (State Qualifier) Sales Presentation • Clare Coccodrilli & Avery Ullner – 6th Place Sports & Entertainment Management • Mia Arcadipane & Jake Brown – 11th Place • Hannah DeStefano, Ava Karabuber, Vincent Baldini – 13th Place • Remmy Fedoryk, Troy Gregorski, Charles Vinton – 15th Place
The district congratulates these students on all of their accomplishments and wishes them well in their future work with FBLA.
Picture One: Western Wayne junior Madelyn McClure, Region 22 FBLA President for the 2026–2027 school year.
Picture Two: Western Wayne FBLA Region 22 Leadership Conference student participants.
Students at Western Wayne High School took a moment to pause and reflect during a recent whole-school engagement activity hosted by the Inclusion Club. Throughout the day, students and staff were invited to write down something they were thankful for on colorful paper slips. Each message was added to a growing “thankfulness chain,” which quickly stretched through the school as a bright reminder of gratitude, kindness, and community. From family and friends to teachers, pets, and simple everyday joys, the chain captured hundreds of heartfelt moments. The activity brought smiles, sparked conversations, and reminded everyone that even small acts of reflection can bring a school community closer together. The Inclusion Club, advised by Mrs. Rebecca Banik, Ms. Siena Cardamone, and Mrs. Christine McClure, hopes the chain serves as a lasting symbol of connection and appreciation throughout the year.
Some student participants, from left to right: Oliver Harty, Madelyn McClure, Abby Bell, Alicia Wertman, and Joey Roses.
Members of the Western Wayne High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter recently attended the FBLA Regional Workshop held at Woodloch Spa and Resort. During the event, students participated in a variety of leadership and career-focused workshops designed to strengthen professional skills and prepare them for future competitions. In addition to the sessions, students had the opportunity to network and collaborate with FBLA members from other local schools, building connections and sharing ideas with peers who share an interest in business, leadership, and career readiness. Madelyn McClure, who serves as the FBLA Regional Secretary, also participated in the meeting and assisted with regional leadership activities.
Standing Left to Right: Madelyn McClure, Abigail Bell, Madison Forgione, Khloe Mistishin, Bryn Vinton, Madelyn Vinton, Audrey Agnello, and Clare Coccodrilli.
Curriculum Night will be held Wednesday, January 28, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00. Administration, Guidance and the Department Heads will go over the curriculum, graduation requirements and the scheduling process.
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Middle School Holds Annual 8th Grade Moving-Up CeremonyJune 4, 2026At the annual 8th Grade Moving-Up Ceremony, held at the Sharkey Rosetti football stadium on Tuesday, June 2, Western Wayne Middle School Principal Casey Newcomer talked to students and families in attendance about the importance of hard work and determination in the face of obstacles and setbacks, a term he called “grit.”
“Education is about growth,” Newcomer, who is in his second year at the district, said. “We have a group of students here today that represent a woven tapestry of skills.”
He told the crowd about how students excel in a variety of ways, some in the classroom and some in activities outside of it.
“No matter what you are trying to excel at,” he explained. “The one characteristic that will continue to stand above all others is called grit. Grit is the determination to keep going when quitting is the easier option. Grit is the voice in your head telling you to keep going.”
Newcomer encouraged students to continue to listen to that voice as they head into their high school years.
“Be ready; dig in; hold tight,” he told the students. “You got this.”
Mrs. Joyce Covaleski, middle school chorus teacher, then had select 8th grade chorus singers perform the National Anthem and alma mater. Makayla Franckowiak and Maria Shemanski sang the National Anthem; and Patience Strocchia sang the alma mater. All three girls love to sing and are highly involved in the Middle School Chorus.
Makayla is looking forward to high school where she plans to continue participation in basketball and softball. She also plans to play volleyball in her freshman year. She aspires to be an aerospace technologist, because she has always had a fascination with studying space. She also enjoys working with technology in her free time and has created robots as a hobby.
Her fellow classmate Maria aspires possibly to be a teacher when she is older, and she is also interested in exploring the idea of pursuing the military as a part of the Marines. She will play basketball next year and possibly volleyball and softball.
Finally, Patience, who greatly excels in her ELA class with her strong writing skills, is excited to join the track team for her freshman year.
The featured event of the Moving-Up Ceremony was many of the 8th grade students receiving awards in various categories for excellence in all academic and unified arts classes. In addition, students received awards for Wildcat Pride, for students who go above and beyond in showing school spirit and being kind aned upstanding school community citizens; Grit, for students who showed outstanding qualities of hard work in the face of adversity and hardships; and for a variety of high academic achievements such as making the honor roll for 11 quarters in middle school from 6th through 8th grade.
In addition, a new award called The Inclusion Award was given this year by special education teacher Ms. Gillian Groom, who was assisted in presenting the award by her student Daisy Diehl. Groom explained how the award recognizes students who go above and beyond to create a welcoming, supportive, and respectful environment for peers with special needs. This award honors students who demonstrate kindness, patience, empathy, and leadership by including all classmates in activities, friendships, and everyday school experiences. Recipients of this award model acceptance and understanding, helping others feel valued, supported, and connected within the school community.
“The recipients of this award see and treat my students as friends,” Groom said.
Then Daisy used her communication device to announce award winners who included: Alexandra Churmblo, Eli Gragnano, Julia Kosciuk, and Machaela McGrady.
Another honor given out at the ceremony was an award and gift presentation by National Junior Honor Society advisor Nichole Musewicz, middle school science teacher. Last year, Principal Newcomer worked to establish a National Junior Honor Society Chapter at Western Wayne along with dedicated faculty and high-achieving students.
Therefore, since this Moving Up Ceremony marked the inaugural ceremony with NJHS students present, Newcomer and Musewicz wanted to recognize the three eighth grade NJHS officers who helped to establish the program among the students in the school community: Harper Bell, president; Kendall DiPierro, vice president; and Keira Hauenstein, secretary.
All three young women felt honored to be acknowledged at the ceremony and have strong goals and aspirations for their bright futures. First, Harper will continue to play softball, travel softball, and basketball in high school. She aspires to either pursue a degree path in occupational therapy or speech pathology. Next, Kendall is dedicated to playing basketball in high school. She aspires to be an emergency room nurse. Finally, Keira does competitive gymnastics along with soccer and track which she plans to continue in her high school career. She wishes to be a future elementary school teacher.
It is also a Western Wayne Middle School tradition for many years that two outstanding students, one male and one female, are recognized for their patriotism and leadership among other qualities. The local chapters of the American Legion and the Daughters of the American Revolution present these awards.
This year before the presentation of these prestigious awards, Newcomer took time to recognize and honor Middle School guidance counselor Mr. Joseph Totsky. This year marks Totsky’s 34th year of service.
Newcomer noted how Totsky has been a mentor to him for the past two years and noted Totsky’s strong qualities of honesty, sincerity, and hard work as being the pillars his career has been built upon.
“Countless students and staff are better because Joe was here,” Newcomer said. “You will forever be a part of the foundation of the Western Wayne community.”
After the special recognition of Totsky, Bill Gillette, Post 889 Waymart, presented the American Legion Award to 8th grader Benjamin Reifler.
Ben received this annual award for being an outstanding student in the 8th grade class who exhibits the qualities of honor, scholarship, Americanism, leadership, and courage.
Then the Daughters of the American Revolution Award was presented to 8th grader Sophia Shehadi.
Sophpia received the good citizenship medal from the Daughters of the American Revolution for being an outstanding student in the 8th grade class who exhibits the qualities of honor, honesty, service, courage, leadership, and patriotism.
Both Ben and Sophia felt extremely honored to receive their respective awards. They also both, at first, felt shocked to learn the American Legion and the Daughters of the American Revolution had chosen them for these high honors.
Ben, an honor roll student and member of NJHS, is a student very dedicated to academic excellence. He also has a passion for automotives and studying trains and their history. He aspires to run commercial trucks one day and is greatly looking forward to his auto shop classes in high school.
“I really enjoy working with my hands,” he said. “I want to use what I have learned about trains and other automotives in a real world setting in my future career.”
Fellow classmate Sophia, an honor roll student and member of NJHS, is also a very diligent student who loves working hard in all subject areas and aspires to be a labor and delivery nurse when she grows up.
“I look forward to trying my best in high school and what comes after,” Sophia said.
To close the ceremony, Newcomer reminded the parents not to miss a moment of their students’ upcoming high school experience.
“The next time they will be in these seats will be in four years,” he said. “Don’t blink, because you don’t want to miss a minute of what is to come for your students.”
Western Wayne faculty, administration, and staff wish the class of 2030 the best on their new journey to the high school.
Picture one, from left: Bill Gillette, who presented the American Legion Award, Post 889 Waymart; Benjamin Reifler, winner of the American Legion Award; Sophia Shehadi, winner of The Daughters of the American Revolution Award; and Casey Newcomer, middle school principal.
Picture two, from left: Bill Gillette and Benjamin Reifler.
Picture three, from left, NJHS officers: Harper Bell, president; Keira Hauenstein, secretary; and Kendall DiPierro, vice president.
Picture four, from left: Patience Strocchia, who sang the Alma Mauter; and Maria Shemanski, and Makayla Franckowiak, who both sang the National Anthem.
Picture five: the Western Wayne Class of 2030 stands before their family, friends, and community at the annual Moving Up Ceremony before they embark on their high school journey. [...]
HOBY Leadership Seminar Representatives – Maha Tanveer & Abigail WashineJune 2, 2026Maha Tanveer and Abigail Washine were Western Wayne High School’s HOBY representatives for the 2026-27 school year. They recently attended the HOBY Leadership Seminar at Millersville University.
PA HOBY Leadership provides a 4-day seminar for high school sophomores. Each school in PA is invited to select one student who demonstrates outstanding leadership skill and potential to serve as their school’s ambassador. During the seminar, students participate in panel discussions featuring speakers who are leaders in the fields of government, education, media, and social issues. They spend “a day in the life of a state representative” debating bills on the house floor at the PA Capitol. They spend a half day learning about small and large businesses in PA, then serve for the afternoon at various volunteer sites. Throughout this weekend are many cheers, a dance, a talent show, new friendships, many challenges, and a life-changing experience.
At HOBY, leadership development programs ensure that students gain awareness of themselves and others, practice and apply newly learned skills, and leave feeling empowered to make a positive impact on the world around them. With authenticity, connection, and growth at the core of the programming, student ambassadors learn what it means to be an aware and engaged community member. [...]
High School May Students of the MonthJune 1, 2026The 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. [...]
Students Present Research at the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science State MeetingMay 28, 2026The 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. [...]
Western Wayne Car Show and Lead Motorcycle Run on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 May 19, 2026The 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. [...]
Safe2Say Something is a youth violence prevention
program run by the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
The program teaches youth and adults how to recognize
warning signs and signals, especially within social media,
from individuals who may be a threat to themselves or others
and to “say something” BEFORE it is too late.
