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LAKE ARIEL, PENNSYLVANIA 18436
TEL: (800) 321-9973 OPTION 1
FAX: (570) 341-1222
Office Hours: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
School Hours: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
MR. PAUL GREGORSKI
HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
pgregorski@westernwayne.org
MR. ROBERT BLACK Jr.
HIGH SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
rblack@westernwayne.org
- Around the Schools / Featured News / High SchoolNovember 5, 2026High School Students Visit Marywood UniversityBridging High School and Higher Education: Western Wayne Students Experience College Life at Marywood University On Tuesday, October 27th, students from Western Wayne High School’s Child Development program visited Marywood University for an immersive look at college academics, campus culture, and career pathways in education. Guided by Colleen Campbell, MAT, Field Director at Marywood’s School of Education, the visit offered students direct exposure to university life and expectations. Inside the Classroom & Campus Community The morning began in McGowan Hall, where students joined two active college education classes. Sitting in on the university lectures, revealing a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. “The most interesting part of sitting in on a live college class was how lively the class was compared to high school classes,” shared senior Aiden Albert. “This experience made me realize college is filled with more specific courses than what were offered in our high school.” Holly Kellogg added, “My favorite part was how everyone communicated and treated each other with respect.” The visit also featured a GooseChase campus scavenger hunt organized by university hosts, blending active exploration with friendly competition. “The experience was different than I expected because it was more interactive than I thought a college class would be,” noted Danika Duffy. “The trip gave me a better idea of what to expect after high school and made me more excited about my future!” Exploring Campus Culture & Inspiring Pathways Following classroom activities, members of the MUSE Education Club led a campus tour highlighting key student hubs, including the library and dining facilities. “The library impressed me so much! The way it is set up is amazing,” remarked Aliyah Gregory. Ava Karabuber echoed this enthusiasm: “I liked how there were different floor levels to accommodate people’s ways of studying based on volume level… Seeing all the kids studying made me realize that college and studying is very important.” The tour concluded with lunch at the Marywood Dining Hall, where students experienced everyday campus dining firsthand. Throughout the day, the strong sense of community left a lasting impression. “My favorite part was seeing how everyone bonded in the classroom and how welcoming everyone made me feel,” said Ava. “It proves that they have made Marywood their home and helps me believe that it is all going to work out.” Ultimately, the trip achieved its core goal: inspiring students to envision their own goals after high school. “This trip influenced my idea on further becoming an early childhood teacher,” stated Holly Kellogg. Western Wayne High School extends its sincere gratitude to Colleen Campbell, MAT, the MUSE Education Club, and Marywood University for providing our students with such a welcoming and valuable educational experience. From left: Skyla McGuire, Danika Duffy, Holly Kellogg, Ellyana Armstrong, Ava Karabuber, Abby Brown, Catherine Shimkosky, Victoria Onder, Aliyah Gregory, Joey Roses, Aiden Albert, Mrs. Jessica Gregorski, and Madison Forgione. Like this:Like Loading… [...] .
- Around the Schools / Featured News / High SchoolNovember 5, 2026High School to Host Annual Latin Dance Showcase November 10The Western Wayne High School Spanish classes have been learning Latin American dances the past two months, under the direction of professional dance instructor Vince Brust. Students had the opportunity to learn dances such as the merengue, salsa, cha-cha, and quinceañera waltz. On Tuesday, November 10th at 7pm, they will hold their annual Latin Dance Showcase in the Veterans’ Memorial Auditorium. During the showcase, they will perform the dances they have learned and teach audience members several new dances. Admission is free and open to the public. Like this:Like Loading… [...] .
- Around the Schools / Featured News / High SchoolOctober 30, 2026High School Creative Writing Elective’s Spooky-Season Saga Contest WinnersAs a Western Wayne High School fall tradition in Mrs. Amanda Jenkins’s Creative 1 elective, student writers competed in a classroom contest by composing a 100-word mini saga. Pieces were judged by peers in other English courses. Zoe Ratchford (senior) took the first place “boo-bucket” prize with her piece “The Footprints I Leave Behind.” Honorable mention went to senior Jazleen Miller’s “Back to Life” and freshman Rachel Erb’s “A Mother’s Greatest Desire.” Writers in the course could opt to submit their sagas to a national competition through the 2026 Young Writers “Wanted” contest with a chance to be accepted for publication. Winners (pictured left to right): Zoe Ratchford and Jazleen Miller (Rachel Erb not pictured). Like this:Like Loading… [...] .
- Around the Schools / Featured News / High SchoolOctober 29, 2026Wallenpaupack Engineering Competition Celebrates Student Innovation and CreativityStudents including a team from Western Wayne High School recently put their engineering skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities to the test at the Wallenpaupack Engineering Competition, where teams designed and built devices inspired by real-world drone pickup and delivery technology. The challenge required students to construct a device that could be operated while being held by a single string. The device had to pick up, transport, and release objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights. Items included Styrofoam balls, cylinders and cones, a toy car, a wooden block, a golf ball, and a baseball. Working with a limited supply of materials, including plastic tubs, popsicle sticks, tape, string, and paper clips, students used a variety of tools to bring their designs to life. Teams had to think critically, experiment with different approaches, and make adjustments to improve their devices’ performance. The goal was to successfully pick up and transport as many objects as possible. The overall winning team from Western Wayne consisted of Hunter Burry, Makenzie Chearney, Eric McGrath, Shin-Cheon Moon, and Cameron Press. In addition to winning the overall team competition, the students earned both the Innovator Award and the Million Dollar Idea Award, recognizing their success and creativity throughout the challenge. Another Western Wayne team also participated in the competition, consisting of Olivia Moyer, Christopher Pane, Evan Gallagher, Ben McCleland, and Kyle Matthews. Their participation provided another opportunity for students to apply engineering concepts, collaborate with teammates, and develop solutions to a hands-on design problem. The Wallenpaupack Engineering Competition challenged students to do more than build a device. It encouraged them to apply engineering principles, test their ideas, overcome design obstacles, and work together toward a common goal. These experiences help students develop valuable skills in innovation, critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world problem-solving. Congratulations to Hunter Burry, Makenzie Chearney, Eric McGrath, Shin-Cheon Moon, and Cameron Press on their outstanding achievement, and congratulations to all students who participated in this engaging engineering challenge! From left: Cameron Press, Hunter Burry, Makenzie Chearney, Shin-Cheon Moon, and Eric McGrath. Like this:Like Loading… [...] .
- Around the Schools / Featured News / High SchoolOctober 26, 2026Students Attend Youth Leaders Public Health SummitWestern Wayne students among other students from various schools attended the Youth Leaders Public Health Summit on Thursday, Oct. 22, at the Geisinger School of Health Sciences. They were welcomed by a speech from Rotary member Andy Lane Chapman, Rotary District Governor, District 7410. In addition to other activities throughout the day, they heard from Annamarie Rodriquez, GSHS Pathways Program; Ty Holmes, advanced polio application; and Dr. Alison Brodginski, infectious disease. In breakout sessions they heard from experts in their field: Amanda Roome, PhD, on the topic of fighting infectious disease; Jon Naugle, on the topic of water, sanitation, and hygiene; and Carol Goodman, on the topic of the history of polio. The event was sponsored by Rotary. Western Wayne students who attended included: Igor Barth, Kylie Morcom, Maci Lazorchak, Olivia McGlone, Raelyn Simpson, and Kaelyn Chearney. Like this:Like Loading… [...] .
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