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Quality Education in the Benedictine Tradition
December 22, 2011
FLORIDA MIAMI – Gene Chew, John A. Ferguson OHIO ELYRIA – Nan Mahony, Elyria Catholic MASSILLON – Humphrey Fradl, Jackson High School PENNSYLVANIA ALLISON PARK - Candice Thomson, Hampton High School ALVERTON - Elizabeth Goodman, Southmoreland High School - Jennifer Roadman, Southmoreland High School BLAIRSVILLE - Graig Marx, Blairsville High School - Kirk Lentz, Blairsville High School BRIDGEVILLE - Carol Ritacco, Chartiers Valley High School CHARLEROI - Joyce Stanish, Charleroi Area High School CONNELLSVILLE - Antonette Dues, Connellsville Area High School - Dr. Justin Guess, Connellsville Area High School - Linda Shearer, Connellsville Area High School - Ray Brown, Connellsville Area High School DERRY - Carol Croll, Derry Area High School - Mike Moximchalk, Derry Area High School GREENSBURG - Colleen Kinkead, Greensburg Central Catholic - Joe Scheuermann, Hempfield Area High School HARMONY - Rebecca Finch, Seneca Valley Senior High School HARRISON CITY - Phillip Moses, Penn Trafford HERMINE - Dana Newlin, Yough Senior High School - Jeffrey Schmook, Yough Senior High School - Jeff Betlan, Yough Senior High School KITTANNING - Don Swanson, Kittanning Senior High School LATROBE - Acacia Houck, Greater Latrobe Senior High School - Jennifer LeVan, Greater Latrobe Senior High School - Lorraine Bryner, Greater Latrobe Senior High School - Lynn Keyser, Greater Latrobe Senior High School LOWER BURRELL - Martin Connolly, Burrell High School MOUNT PLEASANT -Dr. Eugene D'Angelo, Mouth Pleasant Area Jr./Sr. High School - Frederick Collins, Mount Pleasant Area Jr./Sr. High School MURRYSVILLE -Kane Daignault, Franklin Regional Senior High School NATRONA HEIGHTS – Colleen Katz, Highlands High School NORTH HUNTINGDON – Angela Knipple, Norwin High School - Robert Traugh, Norwin High School PITTSBURGH (15226) – Kathryn Wray, Seton- La Salle High School (15235)- Kala Lorey, Penn Hills Senior High School - James Rocco, Penn Hills Senior High School READING - Frederick Lanciano, Berks Catholic High School ROCKWOOD - Richard Kingera, Rockwood Area High School SAINT MARYS - Anthony Breindel, Elk County Catholic High School - James Lallman, Elk County Catholic High School - Dr. Shawn Millinder, Elk County High School SPRINGDALE - Leonard Herrington, Springdale Jr./ Sr. High School WEST MIFFLIN - Patrick Antonucci, West Mifflin Area High School QUOTES ABOUT EACH HONORED TEACHER BY THEIR FORMER STUDENTS WHO NOMINATED THEM AND THEIR HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPALS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PATRICK ANTONUCCI – Quote from former student Dominick DiLucente: "Mr. Antonucci exemplifies what it means to be a "Great Teacher." He did a tremendous job explaining the concepts, but more importantly he was always available to take time out of his day to help his students one on one. I am thankful that I had him for not one, but two years of my high school career, and I believe that he is a strong candidate for the award." Additional Information: Mr. Antonucci has taught at West Mifflin Area High School for six years and has taught Honors Calculus and AP Calculus. He also enjoys fishing. JEFF BETLAN – Quote from former student Mary Brady: "Mr. Betlan is an exceptional teacher, coach, and all-around person. He teaches children, not only about math, but also about life. He does not lie about the hard truths of life, or college for that matter. He is very honest and caring with all of his students. He is the kind of teacher who will help if you ask, and be okay with taking time out of his schedule to make sure you are okay." Additional Information: Mr. Betlan has taught at Yough Senior High School for ten years and has taught Statistics, AP Statistics, Accelerated Algebra II, and Algebra I. He is the National Honor Society sponsor, assistant track coach, and tutors students in math. In the community Mr. Betlan sponsors students at the Herminie and Smithton food banks. He was previously awarded the Great Teacher Award in 2010. ANTHONY BREINDEL – Quote from former student Luke Daghir: "Mr. Breindel is a teacher who cares about his students and is always there for them. He teaches many classes and has many different students throughout the day. Mr. Breindel is involved in the outdoor club and also coached the junior high basketball team. Additional Information: Mr. Breindel has taught for 15 years and has taught History, Economics, Theology, World Cultures, American Cultures II, Psychology, Sociology, and Physical Education at Elk County Catholic High School. He is the department coordinator for Social Studies/Health and Physical Education. Mr. Breindel serves as the sophomore class advisor, Outdoor Club advisor, and assists with intramural basketball and cross country. He is also the Head Junior High Basketball Coach. He spends a lot of time following his daughter's equestrian avocation. RAY BROWN – Quote from former student Emily Bruner: "Mr. Brown helped me get a better understanding of history and really appreciate Connellsville, the town that I grew up in. I learned so much that is useful and interesting about the state of Pennsylvania. Mr. Brown was always there to answer questions or help in any way possible. Mr. Brown received this award last year, and I think he is a good candidate again this year. Last year I really didn't know what this award was about, but now being part of the Saint Vincent Community, Mr. Brown is the perfect candidate for this award." Additional Information: Mr. Brown has taught World History, Pennsylvania Local History, Western Cultural Geography, and Eastern Cultural Geography at Connellsville Area High School. LORRAINE BRYNER – Quote from former student Michael Yeckley: "Mrs. Bryner always kept a positive attitude and taught each lesson so that the concepts really sunk in. She was kind to all her students and was willing to go the extra mile to help them review. She stayed before and after school most days so that students could ask questions. I love Mrs. Bryner!" Additional Information: Mrs. Bryner has taught at Greater Latrobe Senior High School for ten years and has taught Geometry and Algebra II. GENE CHEW – Quote from former student Lazaro Garcia: "I am nominating Mr. Chew, mainly known as Coach Chew, because he made a huge impact in my life. Not only was he my football coach outside the classroom, but he taught me many different aspects of weight training, which led me to be successful on the football field. He taught me and many other students how to be disciplined and stay focused on our goals. If it wasn't for him, I probably wouldn't be in college and I would like to thank him for making me the person I am today." Additional Information: Mr. Chew has taught Physical Education, Varsity Sports, and Weight Lifting at John A. Ferguson. He is also Head Football Coach. FREDERICK COLLINS – Quote from former student Leigha Dropik: "I am nominating Mr. Collins because he has had a positive impact on me as a student and in my personal life. He saw the best in me and always pushed me to do better than I thought I could, which is why I thank him for his advice and helping me get this far." Additional Information: Mr. Collins has taught at Mount Pleasant Jr./ Sr. High School for nineteen years and has taught Symphonic Band and band lessons. MARTIN CONNOLLY – Quote from former student Julia Fiore: "Mr. Connolly is not only a fantastic teacher because he presents class material in an enjoyable manner, but because he allows students to express their creativity. If a student has an unconventional, yet educational idea, he aids in making sure that student can use that idea to learn in his or her own way and have fun while doing it." Additional Information: Mr. Connolly has taught in the Burrell School District for eight years. He has taught Media and Communications Literacy, Video Technology, Theater Technology, and Media Exploration. He sponsors the Drama Club which preforms musicals in both the fall and spring. He also serves as the director of the morning announcement organization (WBUC). In the community he works with local theaters. CAROL CROLL – Quote from former student Bailey Campbell: "I am nominating Miss Croll because she is an amazing individual. She cares about her students and helps them with any problem they have, school or personal. She moves around her schedule to help the student and keeps helping until they understand. She also works with the students' other teachers to find a time when she can help them if it is during another class." Additional Information: Miss Croll has taught Geometry and CP Math. DR. EUGENE D'ANGELO – Quote from former student Karlianne Burick: "Dr. D'Angelo was my inspiration. When I was not feeling my best, he always had both a smile and a hug for me. He knew just what to say or do in any situation. For me, he was encouragement and an excellent teacher. I am proud to have had him as a teacher." Additional Information: Dr. D'Angelo has taught Mixed Chorus, Chorus, and Music 8 for twenty-three years at Mount Pleasant Jr./ Sr. High School. KANE DAIGNAULT – Quote from former student Nick Federline: "In my junior year of high school, I was introduced to the world of accounting by a Saint Vincent College graduate, Mr. Kane Daignault. He guided me toward finding my current field of study and always found creative ways to make class enjoyable (One Clap). I am honored to have found my favorite subject, and this is my way of saying thanks for the man who guided me along the way." Additional Information: Mr. Daignault has taught at Franklin Regional Senior High school for five years and has taught Accounting I, Accounting I Honors, Accounting 2 Honors, Personal Finance, Microsoft Office, and Web Page Design. He participates in FBLA as an advisor and coaches the Girls' Varsity Golf and Volleyball Teams. He is also involved in the Stock Market Club. ANTONETTE DUES – Quote from former student Alexandra Goodwin: "I am nominating Mrs. Dues because in all the years I had her as an art teacher she always cared about her students. She tries her best to be a good teacher and she was always there to help me out whether it involved the drawing I was working on or life issues." Additional Information: Mrs. Dues has taught Pastels, Art I, Art II, and Pen and Ink at Connellsville Area Senior High School. REBECCA FINCH – Quote from former student Catherine Bellich: "Mrs. Finch was one of my favorite teachers throughout my high school career. She was very nice and had such a good teaching method that helped prepare me for college. She also always made me laugh, and I looked forward to going to biology class every day. Thank you, Mrs. Finch, for being such a wonderful teacher!" Additional Information: Mrs. Finch has taught advanced Biology at Seneca Valley Senior High School for nineteen years. She is a National Honor Society and Student Council volunteer. She has won the Red Apple Award from Butler County. Also, she is a PA Meaningful Watershed School Grant author. HUMPHREY FRADL – Quote from former student Zach Clark: "Seῆor Fradl was a great teacher who always wanted to make his students strive for excellence. He was a great mentor to me and helped shape me into the person that I am today. There's no doubt in my mind that the world would be a better place if all teachers were like Seῆor Fradl. Thank you for all that you have done for me!" Additional Information: Mr. Fradl has taught Spanish II, III, and IV at Jackson High School and has been teaching for twenty-eight years. He was a former head soccer coach. ELIZABETH GOODMAN – Quote from former student Caitlyn Thomas: "I am nominating Mrs. Elizabeth Goodman, a graduate of Saint Vincent College, because I believe that if it were not for her, I would not be attending this school, or any school. Before joining her art class my 10th grade year, I had no idea what I was going to do with myself. Mrs. Goodman helped me discover my passion of art, and my desire to, like her, help other do the same. She is always willing to lend a helping hand and takes her role as a teacher much further than just a job." Additional Information: Mrs. Goodman has taught Art 1, Art 2, Art Application, and Art Senior Portfolio at Southmoreland High School. She sponsors the Art and Chess Clubs. Also she is in charge of the Art Gala for the community. DR. JUSTIN GUESS – Quote from former student Jordan Yatsko: "In the three years I had Dr. Guess, a Saint Vincent College graduate, as my Gifted teacher, I grew so much as a student. He encouraged us to push intellectual boundaries, do more than what is expected, and, most importantly, never stop searching for what could make us happy. His first concern was that each student was continually researching career fields so that we could be well equipped to make the best decision when it came to choosing a college and declaring a major. Perhaps my favorite part about being his student was that he never let us forget about the world around us. For example, if someone was doing something interesting and beautifully life- changing somewhere on the other side of the world, he wanted us to know about it in hopes that we would one day so something so wonderful. Maybe it's his doctorate in philosophy, but he never let us stop thinking. Whether it was on our trivia competition days or while showing us thought-provoking, inspiring news stories, he pushed us to hatch from child-like minds and think about life, logic, and dream new dreams. He resurrected the mock trial program at my high school, giving me the chance to experience what being an attorney would be like. My plan to attend law school is, in large part, a result of the opportunities he offered me." LEONARD HERRINGTON – Quote from former student Kristen Montgomery: "When reflecting back on what makes Mr. Herrington a great teacher, words such as dedicated, realistic, and intelligent come to mind. I can honestly say that having gone through his AP course I was more prepared for college lectures than I could have possibly known. He is what other teacher should aspire to be." Additional Information: Mr. Herrington has taught at Springdale Jr./Sr. High school for more than fifteen years. At Springdale he has taught many courses including Political Science, Integrated U.S. History II, and AP U.S. History. Mr. Herrington has sponsored Student Council and is the Social Studies Department Chair. He is very involved with his two sons and their activities. ACACIA HOUCK – Quote from former student Carly Meholic: "I would love to nominate Mrs. Acacia Houck for this award. I never had Mrs. Houck for a class; however, she still stood above the rest. She was my advisor for Student Council for two years, and my advisor of Students Against Destructive Decisions for three years. I have always looked up to her in many ways. First, she was so nice and understanding with everyone. Even though I never had her in class, I know everyone that did loved her and her classes. Second, I worked very closely with Mrs. Houck in the clubs. She put her whole heart into those clubs and took them very seriously. In fact, our SADD club won Pennsylvania's SADD activity of the year award for a Drive Safe Fair, held in 2010. Mrs. Houck helped the students plan this highly successful event. Third, she is the definition of a teacher. She not only taught, but also helped the students to be the best they could be. She wrote several letter of recommendation for me, including one for college, a summer job, and scholarships. I achieved all of these with the help of Mrs. Houck. I could go on and on about what a wonderful teacher Mrs. Houck was for me when I attended Greater Latrobe Senior High School. I plan on becoming a teacher someday, and when I do, I will always remember what a good teacher she was to me. I hope I can leave a lasting impression on my students as Mrs. Houck has left on me." Additional Information: Mrs. Houck has taught Broadcast and Production I and II at Greater Latrobe Senior High School and has been teaching for eight years. She is also the Student Council and Students Against Destructive Decisions advisor. COLLEEN KATZ - Quote from former student Verne Bergstrom: "Mrs. Katz is a kind and caring teacher and makes sure her students come first. She also is very helpful to the subject matter and makes sure her students succeed. I must say, she was one of my best English teachers!" Additional Information: Mrs. Katz has taught English 11 and 12 at Highlands High School. Mrs. Katz sponsors both National Honor Society and Yearbook. She helps with the blood drive, as well. LYNN KEYSER - Quote from former student Christina Mowry: "I am nominating Mrs. Lynn Keyser because no matter what kind of problems you had you could go and talk to her. Any help you needed, she was there for you, even if it meant staying after school ended or coming in an hour before it started. She is an amazing teacher and I would love to be just like her when I start teaching." Additional Information: Mrs. Keyser has taught Physics and AP physics at Greater Latrobe Senior High School and has been teaching for fourteen years. RICHARD KINGERA – Quote from former student Rory Dolan: "Mr. Kingera has been the band director at Rockwood Area High School for the past 30 years and he has described the band program there as his life's work. He is clearly a phenomenal teacher due to the time and effort he puts into his band program. H is the lone instrumental music teacher in the entire junior and senior high school. He truly cares for and understands his students. He has been both a friend and a mentor to me throughout high school." Additional Information: Mr. Kingera has taught for thirty two years at Rockwood Area High School. He has taught Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Music Expo. He is the Jazz Band Club sponsor. COLLEEN KINKEAD – Quote from former student Jacob Very: "Mrs. Kinkead is a very intelligent teacher but her most favorable teaching technique is the way she is able to explain to students what she means. She is a mother so I believe that helps her understand how to explain to teenagers." Additional Information: Mrs. Kinkead has been teaching for fifteen years and teaches Modern Algebra, Advanced Trigonometry, Modern Trigonometry, and AP Calculus at Greensburg Central Catholic. Mrs. Kinkead is the Junior Class Moderator and annually chaperones the field trip to Washington, D.C.. She is very involved with her daughters and family. She is a Saint Vincent College graduate. ANGELA KNIPPLE – Quote from former student Kate McCauley: "Mrs. Angela Knipple has touched the lives of many students with her eccentric teaching styles. Of the Norwin faculty, Mrs. Knipple is one of the most highly regarded due to the fact that she created great relationships with her students and a fun learning environment. All through my high school career and now into my college career, Mrs. Knipple has been a very influential person much like my role model. She has helped me through many difficult times and makes sure that she can do whatever it takes to help. Considering many other teachers, I believe Mrs. Knipple has many of the qualities a great teacher has to offer." Additional Information: Mrs. Knipple teaches Geometry and Calculus at Norwin High School. JAMES LALLMAN – Quote from former student Anna Hoffman: "Mr. Lallman has gone beyond the expectations of a school teacher year after year. He takes time out of his personal schedule to help students with homework, prepare them for upcoming tests, and to talk about global happenings. He acts as a teacher both inside and outside the classroom." Quote from former student Alexander Rupprecht: "Mr. Lallman was very willing to answer questions that anyone had. He was always very nice to all of his students and an outstanding teacher." Additional Information: Mr. Lallman has been teaching for twenty-nine years at Elk County Catholic High School. He has taught Physics I, Physics II, Consumer Physics, Accounting Trigonometry, Calculus, and Statistics. He is the Chess Club advisor and co-advisor of the Recycling Club. Mr. Lallman also chaperones many student dances and takes tickets for music department functions. Quote from Principal Sandra Florig: "Mr. Lallman is originally from Erie, Pennsylvania and spends most weekends taking care of his deceased mother's home and property. He is always willing to help when his schedule permits." FREDERICK LANCIANO – Quote from former student Molly Ouchis: "I am nominating Mr. Frederick Lanciano, a Theology teacher at Berks Catholic High School in Reading, Pennsylvania. Mr. Lanciano is a warm, caring, faith-filled, Christian individual who has had a major impact on my life in ways I can't even begin to explain. He is the kind of teacher who is willing to take time out of his day and listen to what you have to say and give you spiritual guidance when you are struggling in your faith. Mr. Lanciano not only talks the talk, he walks the walk. He leads by example and in his daily life he exemplifies his Christ-centered values. He is motivational and inspirational!" Additional Information: Mr. Lanciano has taught for eight years at Berks Catholic High School and teaches Theology. He is also a Deacon Candidate, Student Council Moderator, head Ice Hockey Coach, and Theology Department Chair. In the community he is a Lector and Eucharistic Minister. KIRK LENTZ – Quote from former student Rachel Henigin: "I am nominating Mr. Kirk Lentz because of the outstanding job he has done with teaching student the Spanish language. He has helped us to love the language and culture just as much as he does. Personally, taking his Spanish courses opened doors to many possibilities and new opportunities for me in college because of his precision and hard-work ethic. His fun personality also made it an exciting school experience and a class I looked forward to attending every day!" Additional Information: Mr. Lentz has taught for fifteen years and teaches Spanish I, II, III, and IV at Blairsville High School. He has been a presenter at Indiana University of Pennsylvania's Methodology Conference and a speaker at numerous state conferences. He is a Saint Vincent College graduate. JENNIFER LEVAN – Quote from former student Jessica Miller: "Mrs. LeVan helped me through both of my classes and was there every morning to tutor me, or anyone else, who needed it. She's one of the reasons I want to be a Biology teacher." Additional Information: Mrs. LeVan has taught for eleven years at Greater Latrobe High School. She taught Academic Biology and Anatomy and Physiology. KALA LOREY – Quote from former student Taylor Olszewski: "Miss Lorey not only expanded my knowledge in music, singing, and performing; she also challenged me in different ways to become a better person. She teaches a great number of students, but it is still personal. She encourages each of her students to exceed the expectations of education and to enjoy the various opportunities in our futures." Additional Information: Mrs. Lorey teaches Mixed Choir and Piano at Penn Hills High School. NAN MAHONY – Quote from former student Andrew Gauntner: "I nominated Mrs. Mahony because she is a great teacher, and also because she is a great Theater director! She really made my years at Elyria Catholic the best they could be." Additional Information: Mrs. Mahony has taught for thirty-six years. At Elyria Catholic she taught Drama/Theater, Developmental English and Speech, English as a Second Language, and College English. She is the English Department Chair, Director of Production, mentor for Praxis, and Director of Sandstone Summer Theatre for 17 years. In the community, Mrs. Mahony served on Baptism preparation and First Eucharistic Committee. She is involved in Women's Club, Eucharistic Ministry, President of the Parent Club, taught PSR classes and served a lector. Quote from Principal Amy Butler: "Mrs. Mahony loves teaching and says every day is an honor to be able to do what she loves." GRAIG MARX – Quote from former student Emily Kukura: "I took AP Chemistry in high school and Mr. Marx's teaching truly made me ready to take chemistry in college. I have come into my freshman year feeling very secure about my chemistry knowledge. This is a direct result of Mr. Marx's teaching. He was able to teach at a level that was understood by all and still covered the material. His teaching is to be admired." Additional Information: Mr. Marx teaches Chemistry at Blairsville High School. DR. SHAWN MILLINDER – Quote from former student Alexander Rupprecht: "The reason that I nominated Dr. Millinder is because I learned a lot from her in the three years that I had her for a teacher. She gave me a lot of chances to gain a lot of experience that has proved an invaluable source of information in college." Additional Information: Dr. Millinder has taught at Elk County Catholic High School for four years. She has taught Chemistry I, II, III, AP Chemistry, and Environmental Science. Dr. Millinder advises the Envirothon Club and is a co-advisor of the Ping Pong and Racquetball Clubs. She also chaperones school dances. Quote from Principal Sandra Florig: "Dr. Millinder is very involved with school activities and all of her classes, especially the AP Chemistry class with its many labs. She has been published many times and has earned several grants for our high school during the past three years." PHILLIP MOSES – Quote from former student Thomas Gramlich: "Mr. Moses came in when our teacher had to retire in September of freshman year. He helped make sure that we all knew what we were doing and was a great teacher. He did well enough that the school hired him as the permanent replacement. Throughout the years he helped every student he could, whether it is in class or making videos for other classes. Mr. Moses' teaching has had more of an impact that he could imagine. Additional Information: Mr. Moses has taught for five years and teaches Honors Civics and Government, Civics and Government, U.S. History, and Current Events at Penn Trafford High School. Mr. Moses sponsors Students Against Destructive Decisions and the Junior Class. He is also the weightlifting coordinator. MIKE MOXIMCHALK – Quote from former student Logan Tautkus-Berry: "Mr. Moximchalk was one of the most interesting teachers. His methods of teaching to prepare for college work was exactly like college. He taught me about history and how it relates to today. I found this very informative and interesting." Additional Information: Mr. Moximchalk teaches history at Derry Area High School and is a Saint Vincent College graduate. DANA NEWLIN – Quote from former student Brandon Holmes: "Out of so many great teachers at Yough, there are several I believe deserve this award, but when I think about who has had the greatest positive influence on me and others, Ms. Newlin is the first to come to mind. She juggles teaching several science classes, coaching cross country and track, and overseeing many fundraisers, but still has always had the time to be there for her students and runners." Additional Information: Ms. Newlin has taught Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Earth Science, and Anatomy/Physiology at Yough Senior High School for ten years. She is head coach of the boys/girls cross country team and assistant track coach. Ms. Newlin is the Pep Rally MC, and chaperones school dances. In the community she volunteers and assists with charity events and solicits student involvement. She is a Saint Vincent College graduate. CAROL RITACCO – Quote from former student Abigail Kubus: "Ms. Ritacco, A.K.A. "Seῆorita," has not only been an outstanding teacher, she has been an inspiration. She is a friendly, kind and caring person. Ms. Ritacco has changed my life in many ways and I am grateful for the huge impact she has made on my life. I will never forget May 27, 2010, when I figured out my grandma was diagnosed with breast cancer. I felt like my whole world turned upside down. Ms. Ritacco was there to comfort me and told me to be with my grandma at the hospital the day of her surgery. I cannot thank her enough for her support during that difficult time. Ms. Ritacco taught me CIHS Spanish 4A and CIHS Spanish 5A during my last two years of high school. She was a great Spanish teacher and never gave up on her students. Ms. Ritacco has influenced me to minor in Spanish at Saint Vincent College. For my senior project I asked Ms. Ritacco to be my advisor because of our close bond that formed from our usual talks before class and for her great advice." Additional Information: Ms. Ritacco has taught for 35 years at Chartiers Valley High School. She has taught College in High School Spanish 4A and College in High School Spanish 5A. Ms. Ritacco was head of the Foreign Language Department and the Spanish Club advisor. JENNIFER ROADMAN – Quote from former student Corinna Horak: "Mrs. Roadman has helped me academically and personally. She wrote all of my reference letters for college and scholarships and was so excited when I got accepted into her Alma Mater, Saint Vincent College. Through my struggles with relationships and schoolwork, family and friends, Mrs. Roadman was there to talk to me and give me guidance throughout my last three years of high school. I wouldn't want another teacher to have been there for me because in my eyes, she was the best and is the one I strived to impress academically along with everyday problems. Thanks to her, I am going to St. Vincent for accounting with many scholarships. I am forever grateful to her for helping me realize who I am and who I can be. Additional Information: Mrs. Roadman has taught Yearbook I, II, and III at Southmoreland High School. She has also taught Geometry and Supplemental Math classes. Ms. Roadman is the yearbook sponsor. JAMES ROCCO – Quote from former student Alexis Ferraco: "'It is not what is poured into a student that counts but what is planted.' This quote reminds me of Mr. Rocco. He always taught with enthusiasm and wanted you to learn. Mr. Rocco is the kind of teacher I would want every child to have the opportunity to experience." Additional Information: Mr. Rocco teaches Forensics I. JOE SCHEUERMANN – Quote from former student Lindsey Sullenberger: "Mr. Scheuermann was unlike any teacher I've ever had. He was able to make everyone laugh and learn at the same time. He made me feel comfortable with math, and has encouraged me with my plans of becoming a math teacher." Additional Information: Mr. Scheuermann has taught for fifteen years at Hempfield Area High School. He has taught AP Calculus 1, AP Calculus 2, and Statistics. He works with Ski Club and Student Government along with many other student organizations. He enjoys outdoor activities. Mr. Scheuermann is the president of the Hempfield Area Teachers Association and his students consistently score very high on the AP Calculus Exams. JEFFERY SCHMOOK – Quote from former student Kelly Phillips: "Mr. Schmook is a great teacher. You can tell he really cares for his students and enjoys seeing them succeed. He was very helpful to me and presented new information in a way everyone could understand. I wish more teachers were like him." Additional Information: Mr. Schmook has taught for eighteen years at Yough Senior High School. He has taught many classes such as Algebra I, College Algebra, S.A.T. Preparation, Calculus, and AP Calculus. He is a SAP team member, serves on the Faculty Council, School Improvement Team, and former Assistant Football Coach. LINDA SHEARER – Quote from former student Lyndsey Boors: "I am nominating Miss Linda Shearer for the Great Teacher Program due to her outstanding teaching skills inside the classroom and out. Miss Shearer is the founder of the Connellsville Area High School Patriots, Inc. which is a nonprofit group that sends care packages to troops overseas. Miss Shearer is always there to lend a helping hand and does so without the expectation to personally gain. I admire Miss Shearer so much and would not have been able to accomplish my goals without her help and guidance. Quote from former student Angela Grover: "I nominated Miss Linda Shearer because of all she does for the school and for the community. She is the leader of the CAHS Patriots. If it wasn't for her, our soldiers would not get the packages that they get. She is very patriotic and does a lot for her community. She deserves this nomination for all the hard work she does. JOYCE STANISH – Quote from former student Morgan Iacovino: "I am nominating Mrs. Stanish because she is a devoted, hardworking, and caring teacher. Looking back on my years in high school makes me think of Mrs. Stanish in the fact that she did a good job of preparing me for college. She has a unique skill of teaching the material by giving a plethora of examples to help the learner fully understand the concepts. I am thankful for being able to have had the pleasure of being one of her students." Additional Information: Mrs. Stanish has taught at Charleroi Area High School for seventeen years. She has taught AP Biology, Honors Biology, Academic Biology, and Honors Anatomy. DON SWANSON – Quote from former student Cameron Smith: "In my experience with the esteemed Mr. Swanson, I grew not only as a person but as a scholar. No matter how large his class, he always made students feel welcome and was sure to get involved personally in not only subject matter but concerns with the students' daily lives. Mr. Swanson has earned my respect, but also my friendship and admiration. Additional Information: Mr. Swanson teaches English 12 CP at Kittanning High School and is the sponsor of the TV Production Club. CANDICE THOMSON – Quote from former student Melanie Fetzer: "Mrs. Thomson is the most inspiring person I've ever met. She helped transform me from an inexperienced and nervous writer to a confident writer and person. She changed the way I view all of my teacher and will remain my friend forever. Additional Information: Mrs. Thomson teaches SAT prep and Honors English II at Hampton High School. ROBERT TRAUGH – Quote from former student Maura Ziemski: "As Norwin High School's director of bands, Robert Traugh is an outstanding teacher because he does everything he can for his students' success through high school and through their lives. Throughout my four years of high school, Mr. Traugh was one of the most influential people I have come to know and respect and has been one of the key role models I still look up to, even after graduation. Mr. Traugh deserves recognition for his outstanding teaching and his dedication to not only the Norwin Band program, but to the entire Norwin community for his nonstop efforts to make the band an ambassador of the community and the community an integral part of the band." Additional Information: Mr. Traugh has taught at Norwin High School for five years. He has taught Marching Band, Concert Band, Jazz Band, and AP music. Mr. Traugh is the director for the competitive Marching Band. KATHRYN WRAY – Quote from former student Theresa Nath: "Mrs. Wray is one of the teachers that I have had the privilege to have known for all four of my high school years, not only in class, but also outside of class for clubs and activities. She had been such a support in my high school career both spiritually and mentally. If I ever had a question or needed advice, I would go to Mrs. Wray because I knew she would give me the best answer and she truly cared about my problems. I have been so blessed to have had her as a spiritual advisor and as a friend. Additional Information: Mrs. Wray has taught at Seton-La Salle High School for six years. She has taught Sacramental Life, Life in Christ I: Christian Morality, and Christ: The Eternal Word. 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World Oceans Day! Coral Triangle Day! Support our seas right now
8 June 2012
It's a big weekend for the world's seas. Friday 8 June is World Oceans Day 2012, and Saturday 9 June is the first-ever Coral Triangle Day!
There's a lot of ways you can show how much you love the sea - some right this minute from your computer or your mobile...
- Add your sea-related story to the Oceans chapter of WWF's Earth Book - and win a fabulous Coral Triangle Book* (see below)
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- Ask your MP to sign up to the Rio Declaration, ahead of the Rio+20 Earth Summit at the end of June, to push world leaders to protect the natural world - including our oceans
- Adopt a dolphin, or a turtle, or a penguin
- Buy sustainable seafood - whether you're shopping online or in the flesh!
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- Enjoy our latest blog posts from two legends of the oceans: top marine scientist Callum Roberts and champion yachtsman Conrad Humphreys
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OLEAN – Play hard, be true to yourself, push your comfort zone and don't get hung up on the results.
It's the mentality that built St. Bonaventure into the most successful women's basketball program in the Big 4. But it's easier to buy into when you're winning. The challenge for the Bonnies this year has been to stay focused on what they do best and let the results take care of themselves.
The Bonnies gave a gutsy performance, particularly from the freshmen, on Wednesday night, but couldn't get the result they wanted against an experienced Charlotte team. The 49ers hung on for a 64-57 win in front of 356 at the Reilly Center.
Charlotte has been one of the top teams in the Atlantic 10 for the last few years. Picked to finish third in the conference with five returning starters, the 49ers were more experienced than the Bonnies. They were bigger than the Bonnies. They came into the game playing better than the Bonnies.
And yet the Bonnies (9-12, 2-4 A-10) held their own.
"I'm encouraged. It was a great effort and we really played hard," Bona coach Jim Crowley said. "We battled. We scrapped. … One of the things it came down to was [Charlotte] having players taking shots they've been making for two and three years. Our players are taking shots they've made for two or three months.
"Our offense is getting better."
Charlotte took a 31-26 halftime lead that grew to 12 points, 54-42, on a jumper by Amanda Dowe with 8:46 left to play.
But the Bonnies weren't quite done.
"We wanted to keep attacking the rim, draw fouls and get free points with stopping the clock," freshman Nyla Rueter said. "Coach also wanted us to stay tough defensively and keep the effort level up."
That's exactly what the Bonnies executed for next the five minutes.
Junior Doris Ortega began taking the ball to the basket with authority and drew some calls. Rueter made some big plays and her free throw cut the lead to five, 56-51, with 4:47 left to play. A free throw by Ortega got the Bonnies within four, 56-52, but a three-point play by Jennifer Hailey put Charlotte up by seven.
A three-pointer from Hillary Sigmon with 1:20 left sealed the win for the 49ers (15-4, 4-1 A-10).
Rueter scored a career-high 15 points while fellow freshman starter Katie Healy (Lancaster) added 14, which tied her best in an A-10 game. The two combined for 13 rebounds and showed flashes of why it might pay to be patient with this St. Bonaventure team.
The progress the freshmen are showing in games is something they link to their performance in practice.
"I think in practice, we do go hard and sometimes we might not make the shots we're good at," Healy said. "We constantly go hard. The pace we go at during practice gets us all going."
"Also in transition, it's a lot different pace in college," Rueter said. "It's been a journey to get up to that level and try to consistently stay there. It's just hard effort in practice."
The Bonnies travel to Xavier on Sunday and then play at Duquesne, which is receiving votes in the national polls.
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Yesterday I attended a get-together that involved a big group of women eating brunch and making pillowcase dresses for friends to take on their next mission trips to kids in need. It was really a fun time, and for such a neat reason. I don't know how to sew, but I certainly had fun learning to pin hems and seams and totally was in to the embellishing part.
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I was thinking that it would be awesome if instead of making kids sew potholders and pin cushions in home ec at school wouldn't it be cool if they made things to give away to those in need? Do they still even have home ec in school these days? And I also think I should have more intentional parties like this with my friends, where we get together and eat quiche and make things for good causes. Have you ever done anything like this? Got any ideas?


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They practice different faiths and are representative of all segments of our society. They come from all walks of life and all races. They all share a common trait.
They are, and were, willing to step up and fight to preserve our freedoms. I'm talking about the basic freedoms enjoyed by all of us.
Of course, I am talking about our local veterans.
As Veterans Day is today, please take a few moments to remember those who have served and those who continue to serve. It's the least we can do.
For generations, these brave veterans have been willing to put their lives on hold - and even pay the ultimate sacrifice - so that we may enjoy the freedoms we have. And don't forget the families of the veterans. They pay a price, too.
American men and women have fought many battles. Over the years, the locations have changed many times. We must always remember the sacrifices they have made in those places so far away.
The Tribune Chronicle coordinated several activities on Saturday, including a performance by the 338th U.S. Army Reserve Band, the annual parade and for this year, as part of the newspaper's observance of 200 years of newspapers in Trumbull County, a coffee-table book featuring stories about our local veterans is being offered.
The citizens of this area have a duty to remember those who served and continue to support those who currently are serving. Take time today to thank them. Shake the hand of a veteran and let him or her know that we are grateful for all they have done. It's not just the patriotic thing to do. It's the right thing to do.
I recently received a poem, submitted by a person named Paul R. Lawson of McDonald. I don't know him and he doesn't say whether he wrote it or not, but I like it and have been saving it to be printed today. Here it is:
Profile of a Hero
''God blessed the soldier who went to war,
Came back to society and spoke of it no more,
He protected America with blood, sweat, and tears,
And made it a point to receive no cheers,
His rank he achieved with knowledge and skill,
And retired it in a closet to work in a mill,
Silver stars were pinned upon his chest,
But in church he looks like all the rest,
God blessed this soldier who holds it all within,
He felt it was his duty to just defend,
To the grave he shall carry it; the demons of war,
And keep it silent evermore,
Real heroes walk amongst us from time to time,
But you will not recognize them for they will decline,
God Bless You Soldier, Evermore!''
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Mr. Lawson, I wouldn't think of it.
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"What's in the Blood" by Cheryl Denise (Cascadia Publishing House, 2012, $12.95)
"What's in the Blood," Cheryl Denise's second book of poetry, offers a compelling exploration of Denise's multi-faceted identity as a Mennonite, a West Virginia sheep farmer, a writer, a wife and a daughter.
Throughout the volume, Denise unearths memories of her Mennonite childhood and teen years with the skillful ease of a master storyteller. The dexterity with which she presents these vignettes is equaled only by her passionate depiction of farm life in West Virginia. These poems keep us spellbound as they entertain and enthrall us.
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The book opens with "Toil and Grace," a meditation on the Mennonite work ethic so vital to successful farm life: "Grandma said a lazy Mennonite/doesn't understand his Bible./Praying can be done while working." Denise elaborates on the theme of work as she says, "We love with our hands,/rebuilding after hurricanes,/piecing quilts for refugees."
In the poem "Nickel Mines, PA, Oct. 2nd, 2006," Denise relates the story of a recent Mennonite tragedy when a lone gunman ruthlessly murders five Amish schoolgirls. As Denise paints a graphic picture of this incident, she also makes a statement of faith: "Amish neighbors go to the gunman's home,/to extend forgiveness,/bringing jars of preserves and raisin pies." She uses what grandfathers say to the surviving children to further emphasize the Mennonite belief in forgiveness: "The man is troubled; he is not evil and we must forgive."
In "Rejection by Mail," Denise changes modes as she writes of her experience as a writer submitting her work for publication: "And now the stranger I dreamed of loving/has sent a three-paragraphed no." Her disappointment at receiving the rejection slip culminates in a moment of self-deprecating humor: "His letter is folded in thirds/in my underwear drawer/unsexy as hell."
In the poem "Picture Day-Grade Two," she then resurrects the childhood memory of having her picture taken in the second grade. The school photographer unkindly points out a birthmark on her forehead, and the memory of his rudeness stays with her to the present day. The poem points out how adults can wound a child indelibly with a thoughtless gesture or remark.
In the title poem, "What's in the Blood," Denise traces her family history back to her great-grandpa Daniel Horst and his wife, Annie. They were Old Order Mennonites who were excommunicated for buying a "model T-Ford truck to transport vegetables to market." She recounts how their children "stayed Mennonite." As a descendant of Daniel, Denise reflects on her own present-day life:
I like to think
there's a little bit of Daniel in me
buying a sheep farm
building a barn
dreaming of chickens
and a huge garden.
In "A Hard Cold Morning" and "Shearing," she addresses her role in the joys and difficulties she and her husband face caring for their sheep. The volume closes with "Butchers," a poem where she describes her decision to raise egg-laying chickens.
The poems in Cheryl Denise's "What's in the Blood" celebrate rural life without glamorizing the sometimes violent episodes (such as butchering a chicken) that are sometimes a part of that life. These poems radiate the truth and beauty to be found in living according to one's faith while not being afraid to question it. Most importantly, Cheryl Denise teaches us that we cannot ignore but must live to its inevitable conclusion "what's in the blood."
- Sonja James is the author of "Baiting the Hook" (the Bunny & the Crocodile Press, 1999), "Children of the Moon" (Argonne House Press, 2004), and "Calling Old Ghosts to Supper" (Finishing Line Press, 2013).
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The 5 Most Pointless Abilities People Love to Brag About
#2. How Amazing They Are at Spotting Celebrities
The trouble with this ability is that it could actually be a useful talent if it wasn't being squandered on a completely worthless pursuit. Some people are so good at memorizing faces, body structure and mannerisms that they can tell who someone is from a hundred yards away, sometimes even from behind. If they nurtured that skill to hunt down missing persons and wanted criminals, they could be heroes. Instead they use their gift to point out a disguised Jake Gyllenhaal to everyone else in an airport terminal.
If you know people who pride themselves on being able to spot celebrities, it won't take much prodding for them to rattle off every star they've ever seen, and if you're particularly unlucky, they'll have one of those autograph books that make you retroactively embarrassed for everyone who was present during each signature.
"'To Barry' is fine. Big fan, by the way."
That's because celebrity spotters aren't accruing their autographs at junkets or conventions; no, they prefer to catch celebrities in the wild. They see Alex Trebek going the opposite direction on the freeway at 60 miles an hour and give chase. They'll glimpse Howie Mandel having dinner in a restaurant and pound on the window until he acknowledges them. Worst of all, they'll recount every exchange without any hint of humiliation. In fact, they're proud of their accomplishments; as far as they're concerned, celebrities are all complicit goals in a massive scavenger hunt, a scavenger hunt they happen to be winning. Naturally, they want you to know about the talent that leads them to success, because a conversation with you is the closest thing they will ever have to a post-game interview.
#1. How Often They Need to Shave
Ladies, you can just sit back and relax on this one because it's specific to men, unless there's a whole quadrant of women out there I don't know about who can't shut up about how quickly their body pockets grow another layer of Velcro after each shave.
For some men, though, their entire concept of masculinity is defined by facial hair. When they shave in the morning and a new crop has budded by mid-afternoon, they want you to know about it, goddammit. They want to talk about how many razors they go through in a month, and how some days they'll shave twice, and how lucky the rest of us are that we don't have to cope with such unbridled testosterone. Even men who don't brag out loud about it still brag silently with their stupid sandpaper chins.
"But Soren," you might say with your unnaturally deep voice, your pronounced Adam's apple, "I'm not bragging about my facial hair, I'm commiserating with other people who have to deal with it." To which I say:
"Fuck you."
This might be a good time to mention that I'm not jealous. Granted, the seeds of puberty could gain no purchase on my face, but I can see it in each of your eyes that you are boasting on the inside about all your facial hair potential. Well, I've got news for you -- that's not a power. It's not going to save babies from house fires or something. Come talk to me when you can jump into the back of a truck with both feet at the same time. Facial hair looks stupid anyway. I don't want this to sound resentful, but I hope your beard grows so long someday that your face gets sucked into a wind turbine.
A few more days ought to do it.
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Has anyone seen the trailer for the Last Airbender movie? It's supposed to be good.
i haven't seen the show but i definitely want 2 see the movie
<~~life is tough, but its tougher if your stupid~~>
it is one of my fave shows and i really want 2 see the movie
they are thinking it is not really an American movie because of where it takes place and what stars in it
People have been boycoting this movie because of the racist casting lol theres a pettion and everything... i think its aload of crap. i cant wait to see the movie:) "Love<3 is my weapon"
least do it right not your way ~I kill therefore I am. Barry the Chopper~
But it vexed me to see some of the lame acting and graphics incorporated into the movie an episode of spongebob sqaurepants has more drama than the acting of the Avatar...
The path to conquest leaves nothing else to be desired!!!!
i love the show but the actors in the movie werent really like the ones in the show nd when i say the actors i mean the guy who played soka..i think he did a bad job he was nothing like him at all.
those who do not know how to weep with their whole heart don't know how to laugh either
i so hated that damn movie i was so disapointed everything was so wrong 2meh.!:| "love<3 is my weapon"
a Gaint LAWSUIT AGAINST THEM hahahahaha ~those who cannot kill.....cannot surive~
lol heck yeah they freakN runied avatar they called him the wrong name hopefully the 2nd one will be better "Love<3 is my weapon"
the "H" is wrong with them? ~those who cannot kill.......cannot surive~
yeah they are making another film and as dum as am i gonna go see it and i pray that they fix there damn mistakes lol
p.s. forgein movies suck anyway ~living by thread isn't living its called hopeless suriveral in order to do something one thing has to be destroyed in order to live thats life I have to get used to that now~
just like dragonball
i agree with you the movie stank
"my hearts big but beats quiet"
coming from a long shot
was ok but not good to wast money on it a secound time
I have seen the movie, it is Ok not so good, Just you can say that it is the movie to pass the time.
Airbender is THA MOOOOVY! <3 ♥ Don't let anyone tell you it isn't. ^_~ :P
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Friday night, Lady Gaga enjoyed the surprise addition of fireworks to her show, courtesy of a fortuitously timed barrage from the Bears' family night at Soldier Field directly behind Lollapalooza's main stage in the south end of Hutchinson Field in Chicago's Grant Park. Saturday night, pop-punk trio Green Day brought their own.
In a two-hour-plus set, singer-guitarist Billie Joe Armstrong, bassist Mike Dirnt and drummer Tre Cool filled the stage with good ol' rock 'n' roll stage antics.
August 05, 2010
Rock the Vote is hoping to register 200,000 young people across the nation to vote before November's mid-term elections, leaders of the nonpartisan organization told reporters today in a conference call. The organization, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, is hoping to abate the low turnout that generally accompanies mid-term elections.
The effort is focused on young people who have turned 18 since 2008 and those who have moved since then.
August 05, 2010
DARIEN — So just who is this band that has stolen the hearts of your children? Why is it OK to take your children to see them while they swear a blue streak and act out a pantomime of horny male adolescence to the tune of three-or four-chord punk rock? And just why were you there with your 8-year-old, mister? Just what exactly is your problem?
You probably don't really have a problem, actually. Maybe you just love rock 'n' roll, and hoped to pass that love on to your kids, the occasional F-bomb be damned. If so, the Green Day show at Darien Lake Thursday night was the place for you.
August 05, 2010
Bring me stickers of your local bands to the shows! I need more stickers for "blue"!! -bj
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Oil production surge providing no fuel relief
Oil production surge providing no fuel relief
Areas of dairy production, outside the Upper Midwest, are seeing an oil production surge. But farmers and consumers aren't seeing a drop in fuel prices.
by Lucas Sjostrom, Hoard's Dairyman Associate Editor
While the U.S. is a world superpower in being a consumer, we don't rule the oil market. The Wall Street Journal said this morning that government numbers show a 12 percent surge in U.S. crude oil production in 2012 and another 8 percent jump in 2013. Next year's projected levels will be the highest level since 1993.
But we're still not seeing any relief at the pump. That's because the U.S. is small beans in regard to the world crude oil market. It also doesn't help that much of the new oil is landlocked in places like North Dakota, where there is little pipeline structure to get that oil to the coasts. That glut is causing low crude oil prices in the U.S., allowing refiners to make a handy profit on each barrel they convert to fuel.
Brent's to blame
If you're looking for someone to blame for high gas prices despite the U.S. glut of oil, the person, or benchmark rather, is Brent. "Brent" is the European benchmark that trades against the West Texas Intermediate (WTI) based in Cushing, Okla.
Our friend Brent is typically within a few dollars of the WTI price. This year, Brent skies $23 above the WTI price, more than doubling from $8.55 last December. The Brent is concerned about tight supplies outside the U.S. and continued tension in the Middle East. While this spread in Brent and WTI pricing surprised investors and analysts, according to the article, neither analysts nor investors expect the spread to shrink anytime soon.
In other words, I've got no tips on whether gas prices will rise or fall before spring planting, especially since the crude market, courtesy of our new friend Brent, is an animal all its own.
Glimmer of hope
The article did note that Midwest gas prices would be most likely to benefit from a drop in oil prices. Today, Midwestern refinery supplies still don't meet demand, so some gasoline is shipped in from elsewhere.
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An East Aurora family has been on guard since a black bear discovered beehives with honey in their Porterville Road backyard July 4.
"We had a bonfire last night, and I was a little nervous," said Amanda Rice Saturday.
Her Porterville Road neighborhood is near Route 400, a stretch of highway where a bear was spotted running a few months ago.
Their yard, it turns out, has the right ingredients to attract bears: honey and berries.
For years, a friend and beekeeper has kept hives stacked in boxes on a platform in their yard.
Then on July 4th afternoon, as Rice's family lounged in their screened back porch, a bear finally tuned in.
"I screamed, 'There's a black bear,'" said Jennifer McCormick, Rice's daughter, giving her account of the holiday visit.
She had her camera in hand, intending to photograph her mother's clematis flowers. Instead, she captured a few shots of the bear that seemed to be 200 pounds. It shot out from near a patch of raspberry bushes by the side of the house.
The bear approached the hives, where the family's beekeeping friend had just harvested honey. Some of the sweetness was still clinging to a hive's drawers.
Within a few minutes the bear's appearance, it was gone, down side streets and into some nearby woods.
"I don't even think I scared him," McCormick said.
"He was running around all the back corner by the berries, by the honey," she said. "It was looking like he was playing, but had nobody to play with."
The village police get two or three bear calls a year, according to East Aurora Patrolman Robert Braeuner. A couple months ago, a bear was seen running across Route 400.
More bears seem to be roaming the Southern Tier, taking cover in patches of forest that once was open farmland.
"They generally don't want anything to do with people," Braeuner said.
Officers don't come out for bears unless they become a nuisance. The right approach, he said, is to do as the Rice family did and stay inside until the bear leaves.
"That's the best thing to do," he said.
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YEAGERTOWN - Paul E. Treaster Sr., 95, of 13 N. Mann Ave., Yeagertown, passed away at midnight April 16, 2013, at his home, with his family by his side.
Born Nov. 29, 1917, on Thanksgiving Day, in Yeagertown, he was the only child of the late John Z. and Hannah R. (Snook) Treaster. His wife of 54 years, Bessie G. (Taylor) Treaster, preceded him in death on Sept. 13, 1996.
Paul is survived by: children, Mary R. Pusep and husband, Brian, of Australia, Paul E. Treaster Jr. and wife, Kathy, of Yeagertown, John M. R. Treaster and wife, Barbara, of Yeagertown, Paula A. Ross and husband, John H. Sr., of Burnham, and James I. Treaster and companion, Sharon Mateer, of Reedsville; grandchildren, Adam Pusep and wife, Donna, of Australia, Jenny Plazzio and husband, Darrell, of Womelsdorf, Matthew Treaster and Amy Treaster and stepgrandchild, David Rankin, Angela Hurley and husband, Russell, of Ferguson Valley, Martin Treaster and wife, Jennifer, of Lewistown, Pamela Fultz and husband, Howard, of Lewistown, John H. Ross Jr. and wife, Lynda, of Dillsburg, Michelle L. Shirey, of Belleville, Lisa H. Snyder and husband, Jason, of New Bloomfield, and George D. Ross and wife, Priya, of New Berlin; and great-grandchildren, Torah and Liisi Pusep, Enzo and Neno Plazzio, Dereck, Ethan and Gage Hurley, Micheala, Natasha, Harley and Sommer Treaster, Dylan, Joshua and Trenton Fultz, Andrew Shirey, Elizabeth and Emily Ross, and Dean Calvin Ross.
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Paul E. Treaster Sr.
Paul was a very supportive father, grandfather and great-grandfather to his family. He gave love even when love seemed lost.
Paul was a Boy Scout in his youth.
He was 1935 graduate of Yeagertown High School. After graduation, he worked as a clerk at Standard Steel, Burnham, and for Wise Grocery, Yeagertown. He also laid tar on the Belleville road.
He joined the National Guard 166th Field Artillery Band in 1939. He was a drummer, ranked private for two years and was discharged due to illness.
He drove bread truck for Russell McCardle, of Lewistown, and met his wife on his route. She flagged him down for a whoopie pie. They married on April 5, 1942.
He returned to work for Standard Steel as a clerk. He was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1942 and was honorably discharged from 565th AAF BU, Reno, Nev., in 1945, ranked sergeant.
He learned to play table tennis and darts in Reno and played on and off with the men's group at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Burnham, in the late 1950s and early 1960s.
After military service, he worked for Standard Steel, learning to turn metal tires until taking a position in the U.S. Post Office, Lewistown, where he was a mail carrier for 33 years, retiring on Sept. 1, 1978.
He was nicknamed Buzzy by fellow postal coworkers and dressed as Santa for seasonal fun while delivering mail. In total, he worked 36 years with the U.S. government.
He was a lifetime member of the National Association of Letter Carriers.
After retirement, he played for eight years with the Lewistown String Ensemble.
He played violin for the symphony orchestra, of Lewistown, from 1935 to 1943 and played for Carl Stade Orchestra at the TWA Hall, Lewistown, until 1948. He also played in the orchestra at Holy Communion Lutheran Church.
He drove school bus for Mifflin County after retirement for 16 years.
He was a member of the American Legion Post 90, Lewistown, for 65 years, was the oldest member of the Yeagertown Fire Co., driving the Blue Goose fire truck in his earlier years, was a lifelong member of the Holy Community Lutheran Church, Yeagertown, served on the church council, choir and men's group, taught Sunday school at Holy Communion Lutheran Church, Yeagertown, for more than 50 years and also at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Burnham, in the 1960s for 11 of those years. He was president of United Cerebral Palsy in the 1980s, participated in carrying the torch for Relay For Life from time to time, helped at the Yeagertown voting polls early in life and was a registered voter for more than 65 years.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 20, 2013, at Holy Communion Lutheran Church, Yeagertown, with the Rev. Philip Tundel officiating.
A viewing will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, April 19, at Barr Funeral Home Inc. 120 Logan St., Lewistown, and 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, at the church.
Memorial contributions in Paul's memory may be made to Holy Communion Lutheran Church, North Main Street, P.O. Box 429 Yeagertown, PA 17099, or to MEDI Home Health and Hospice, 310 S. Main St., P.O. Box 464, Yeagertown, PA 17099-9709.


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Resort officials excited about 2013 season
Mother Nature dumped a big, fat white present on New England ski resorts, especially at Cannon Mountain, where some skiers told News 9 the conditions were "awesome."
"Fun and a great boost for Cannon during the Christmas vacation week," said Greg Keeler, marketing sirector for Cannon Mountain.
Powerful wind gusts were a challenge early in the day Thursday, but that didn't keep people from the slopes, even if one of the trials could only be reached by hiking.
Last season was not a good year for ski resorts, as there was not enough snow, but Cannon Mountain officials believe 2013 is shaping up to be a much better year.
"People are coming up today. They are calling us about the weekend. We think it's going to be great," said Keeler.
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TAHOE/TRUCKEE — With the Pacific Coast under an El Nino Watch, weather prognosticators are already spinning tales of a potentially stormy winter ahead in 2013. Oceanic and atmospheric observations indicate El Nino conditions are likely to develop this month and continue through the rest of the year. Computer models, however, are evenly split in forecasting a weak or moderate event. It's too early to predict whether this winter's ENSO positive-influenced weather will be wetter or drier than normal, or what regions will be impacted.
Last winter's on-going precipitation deficit changed dramatically when storms in March dumped boat loads of snow on Tahoe resorts, but that surge of moisture only affected last winter's snowfall ranking. It came too late to make up for the financial losses that accompanied one of the driest starting winter seasons in history. Rain and snow are almost always a positive for our regional ecosystems, but when it comes to winter sports like snowboarding and skiing, timing is everything. Virtually all local businesses rely on a prosperous Christmas and New Year's holiday period to help turn a profit during the winter months, but that can't happen unless there is enough snow on the mountains to attract the crowds that fuel our winter tourism. Snowmaking and slope grooming are important tools that help mitigate dry conditions, but there's nothing like a fat snowpack to get the juices flowing.
You can't control the weather, can you?
A little more than a half century ago, Squaw Valley hosted the 1960 Winter Olympics. These Olympic Games would launch the Tahoe region into the international spotlight for winter sports, but the whole event hinged on natural snowfall. Site preparation for the Winter Olympiad at Squaw Valley took five years and more than $15 million dollars. No previous Olympic host community had ever attempted even a fraction of what organizers put together at Squaw. The only thing they couldn't control was the weather, and without a snowmaking system in place, they were at the mercy of timely Pacific storms to generate a substantial Sierra snowpack.
The weather pattern in late 1959, however, featured persistent high pressure with cold temperatures, but an alarming lack of snowfall. With the eyes of the nation and the world on Squaw Valley and with no Pacific storms in sight, Olympic organizers were getting nervous. American Indians were brought in to perform snow dances, but that failed to generate the needed precipitation. Fortunately, a professional weather forecaster from Southern California named Irving P. Krick was on the payroll. Krick was one of the first widely-known commercial meteorologists in the United States. The U.S. Weather Bureau and American Meteorological Society (AMS) both considered the controversial forecaster a fraud, while others pointed to his long history of accurate predictions and satisfied clients. Krick was also one of the first proponents of using silver iodide particles in cloud seeding to produce precipitation.
'Rogue weatherman' arrives
Irving Krick had been named the official "weather engineer" for the Winter Olympics, in part because he had provided a forecast for February 1960 two years earlier, in 1958, specifically singling out that the second half of the month was the best time to hold the Games. He also promised if mountain snow depths were inadequate, he would come to the valley and produce what was needed. The northern California chapter of the American Meteorological Society, who had tossed Krick out of their organization prior to the Winter Games, notified the Olympic Organizing Committee of their "concern and displeasure" with Krick's appointment. They warned since the rogue weatherman was not a member of the AMS he was not bound by the Society's concept of professional ethics. The AMS called Krick's long-range forecast two years before the Olympics a "scientific impossibility" that did professional meteorology a disservice.
In preparation for the possibility of poor snow conditions, in October 1959 Krick had positioned 20 ground-based cloud seeding generators around Squaw Valley. Conditions in November and December were so dry that Krick fired up the generators only once in November to no avail. When New Year's Day came and went with no luck in the snowfall department, Krick himself was getting a bit nervous. During the second week of January weather patterns began to look more favorable for seeding. As storm clouds moved in, Krick's generators began pumping out clouds of silver iodide particles that drifted into the sky and it began to snow. By Jan. 10, more than 3-and-a-half feet of snow buried the valley floor with 7 feet plus blanketing the upper elevations. Olympic organizers and local residents were both relieved and jubilant. Of course Krick claimed credit for the snow, but cold logic suggests the storms would have arrived with or without his efforts. Despite what appeared to be a remarkable accomplishment, Krick's trouble with the U.S. Weather Bureau continued unabated.
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Computer Science majors who are in their junior or senior years are strongly encouraged to consider taking part in the internship program.
An internship provides a student with the opportunity to obtain professional working experience while earning upper division elective credit. In addition, an internship provides students with an opportunity to discover what the workplace is like, to better determine what they would like to do upon graduation, and to gain the experience that is often needed when searching for work upon graduation. In fact, may students who complete internships end up working for the company full-time during the summer and after graduation.
Examples of the opportunities available for internships include programming positions, software testing, working with computer networks, and website design.
In the past, students have completed internships at Goldman Sachs, Sample Minded, Jive Communications, and Cisco to name a few. A chief benefit of working as an intern is that employers realize the intern is also a student. As a result, employers typically provide a flexible work schedule that accommodates classes and homework. Most interns typically work about 15 - 20 hours per week.
Internships opportunities may be obtained either through the Westminster Career Resource Center or a student may find a job on their own. If you have any questions about the computer science internship program, contact either Greg Gagne in Computer Science or Jon Davis in the Career Center.


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Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Theres a new study out indicating that couples who split housework 50-50 are more likely to divorce.
Yay! That means Widdle and I will be married forever. Ha ha ha!
(Perhaps what it actually means is that couples who negotiate housework contracts down the middle are in a roommate mindset, and when one gets tired of ones roommate, one finds another. But that could just be me.)
Back to housework at our abode. I tend to walk around in a daze, blind to petty things like five-inch-high drifts of dog hair in the den. Also, this old house is dustier than a mummys tomb, my husband is a hoarder and between work, running and Facebook, I hardly have time for my nightly bubble bath, let alone cleaning the oven!
Okay, thats my super-lame list of excuses. The truth is I hate housework.
But another truth is, the house I had before Widdle and I wed was spotless. The gleaming white cabinets were spotless. The gleaming white tub, the vanities, the toilets, all spotless. The gleamingwell, you get the idea. One friend remarked that my kitchen was almost surgically clean.
Even though housework gives me hives (if only Widdle would buy that), I kept that joint spic n span. There was never a dirty dish in the sink or dog-eared magazines on the sofa. I cleaned the windowsills, scoured the tub and mopped the kitchen, laundry room and bathroom floors twice weekly.
I bought the house by myself and lived in it by myself. No pets. No roommates. No man. It was brand-new and I kept it looking tight.
Then I got married and moved to a house with a stained iron tub, no dishwasher and a dirt driveway. And we adopted a dog that sheds like she wants to be bald. Im doomed, I tell you, doomed.
I try, I really do. But its a losing battle. Our original agreement was for Widdle to take care of the outside, and me take care of the inside. But heres the rub: We have a yard man, but not a maid. Does this not give a certain someone an unfair advantage?
Also, its hard to find places to store anything when most shelves, cabinets and drawers are stuffed with A) every T-shirt Widdles bought since his freshman year at Baptist College and B) matchbooks, flip-flops, ink pens, flip-flops, hand tools, flip-flops, rubber bands, flip flops, foreign currency, flip flops, old IDs, flip-flops, torn photos, flip-flops, shoe polish, flip-flops, dental floss, flip-flops, broken watches and did I mention flip flops?
In all honesty, Im no bargain either. I tend to drop things everywhere: used hearing aid batteries, earrings, Craisins (my fave snack is Craisins + peanuts; I roam the house eating them from my fist), and gel toe sheaths (I wear them to run, then forget them when I strip off my socks; invariably one appears on the kitchen floor and Nicky the Wonder Dog thinks its a baby mouse.)
For us, housework is still evolving. We used to debate the topic vigorously, but now we just do what needs doing when we notice it. If the laundry piles up, I wash and fold it. Dirty dishes bug me, so I scrub them. Widdle tends to sweep and mop more. After seven years, we may be figuring this out.
Still, I didnt appreciate the snarky note he wrote on the dusty dining room table yesterday. So I wrote a reply. It was very short.
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We had orange hot chocolate with our cookies last night.
[It tasted a little like lip gloss?]
There's banana bread baking in the oven now (that I can not wait to smother in almond butter), all of which I had some help from each of my children as we rocked out to Sgt Pepper's before two left for school and two stayed behind for a little while longer.
The early autumn sun glows onto my laundry basket- I'm tempted to take a picture it's so beautiful. The bowls and spoons from baking await my hand-wash with a comforting domestic livelihood,
and the cliff I had been teetering at for the past few days
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Softball Announces 2014 Schedule
MUNCIE, Ind. - - Ball State softball first-year head coach Tyra Perry has announced the team's 2014 schedule which features 11 teams which played in the 2013 NCAA Softball Championship, including Women's College World Series participant Arizona State.
"Our schedule is going to test us every time we step on the field," Perry said. "In addition to playing some of the premier programs in the country, we are battling teams which are fighting to make a name for themselves much like we are. As we strive to reach the NCAA Championship, it's important to play a tough schedule which we have achieved with 11 participants from the 2013 event, including three super regional teams and a Women's College World Series participant, on our slate this year."
The Cardinals return 14 letterwinners, including seven position starters and its top two starting pitchers, from last year's team which captured the program's fourth Mid-American Conference regular season championship in the past five years with a 37-17 (18-3 MAC) record.
BSU opens its 55-game regular season slate Feb. 7-9 at the Century Link Classic hosted by Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas. First up for Ball State at the three-day event will be an 11 a.m. ET (10 a.m. CT) contest versus Southern Illinois.
Ball State is slated to battle its first two 2013 NCAA Tournament participants the following weekend (Feb. 14-16), when it travels to Spartanburg, South Carolina, for the Buffalo Wild Wings Spartan Invitational. Event host USC-Upstate and Ball State's final opponent Virginia Tech both reached the NCAA Tournament last season.
After playing in the Blues City Classic hosted by Memphis Feb. 22-23, the Cardinals will play in perhaps its toughest tournament of the season when it travels to Tempe, Arizona, for the Louisville Slugger Invitational Feb. 28-March 2. In addition to playing tournament host and Women's College World Series participant Arizona State, which is led by former Ball State head coach Craig Nicholson, Ball State will face NCAA teams in South Carolina and Minnesota.
Following the tough weekend, the Cardinals will play a March 4 doubleheader at NCAA Tournament participant Arizona before heading back to Muncie.
After a few days off, Ball State will hit the road once again by playing single games at Jacksonville State (March 11) and UAB (March 12). The following weekend, March 14-16, the team opens play in the War Eagle Classic hosted by Auburn, in which it will battle in-state rival and NCAA Tournament participant IPFW.
Ball State is scheduled to play its first game in the state of Indiana March 19 when it travels to Butler for a 3 p.m. showdown. BSU will then conclude its pre-conference slate at the Mizzou Tournament (March 21-23), in which it will battle one more 2013 NCAA Tournament participant in host Missouri.
The Cardinals open league play with a March 28 doubleheader at Buffalo, before closing the weekend with single games at Kent State (March 29-30).
Ball State will host its first games at the BSU Softball Complex April 4 with a doubleheader versus Bowling Green, while hosting Toledo for single games April 5-6.
The Cardinals' final mid-week contest will be April 16, when Indiana visits the BSU Softball Complex for a scheduled 4 p.m. first pitch.
Ball State closes league play the first weekend in May, with a doubleheader versus defending MAC Tournament Champion and 2013 NCAA Tournament participant Central Michigan (May 2) and Eastern Michigan (May 3-4).
The 2013 Mid-American Conference Tournament runs May 7-10 at Firestone Stadium in Akron, Ohio, with the winner of the event earning the league's automatic bid into the 2014 NCAA Division I Softball Championship.The 2014 NCAA Division I Softball Championship selection show will be held May 11, with the tournament. NCAA Regionals will be held May 15-18 on 16 campus sites, followed by the NCAA Super Regionals May 22-25 on eight campus sites. The 2014 NCAA Women's College World Series will be held at the ASA Hall of Fame Stadium in Oklahoma City, Okla., May 29 to June 4.


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|Basic Speech Course
|SPCH 111 Public Presentations (3)
Courses with strong emphasis on critical, analytical, and integrative thinking in historical, literary, and philosophical contexts.
|History (choose one course)
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|HIST 113 Western Civilization (3)
|HIST 212 World History to 1500 (4)
|HIST 213 Modern World History (4)
|HIST 220 United States History (3)
|ENGL 220 Introduction to Literature
|Philosophy/Religion (choose one course)
|PHIL 100/100D Introduction to Philosophy (3)
|PHIL 102 Critical Thinking (4)
|PHIL 206/206D Introduction to Ethics (3)
*Business, Justice Studies, and Public Health majors must choose PHIL 206D
|REL 101 Religions of the World (3)
|Creative Arts (choose one course)
|ART 101 Beginning Drawing (3)
|ART 103 Beginning Painting (3)
|ART 148 Fundamentals of Pottery (3)
|ART 180 Photography (3)
|MUSC 115/315 Westminster Chorale (1)
|placement audition required
|MUSC 125/325 Westminster Jazz Ensemble (1)
|audition required
|MUSC 135/335 Westminster Chamber Orchestra (1)
|audition required
|MUSC 145/345 Westminster Chamber Singers (1)
|audition required
|MUSC 165/365 Westminster Opera Studio (1)
|audition required
|THTR 127 Stagecraft (2)
|THTR 129 Costumes and Makeup (2)
|THTR 180 Acting (2)
|THTR 228 Beginning Theatre Workshop (2)
|audition required
|THTR/HPW 230 Beginning Dance and Movement (2)
|Arts Survey (choose one course)
|ART 110 Survey of Art (3)
|FILM 110 Introduction to Film History and Aesthetics (4)
|MUSC 109 Music Appreciation (4)
|MUSC 111 Survey of World Music (3)
|MUSC 112 Survey of Jazz, LE (3)
|THTR 124 Survey of the Theatre (3)
Courses with strong emphasis on critical, analytical, and integrative thinking in mathematical and scientific contexts.
|Mathematics (choose one course)
|MATH 120 Quantitative Reasoning (4)
|MATH 105 or placement test
|MATH 141 College Algebra (4)
|MATH 105 or placement test
|MATH 142 Trigonometry (2)
|MATH 141 or placement test
|MATH 150 Elementary Statistics (4)
|MATH 105 or placement test
|MATH 201 Calculus I (4)
|MATH 142 or placement test or consent of instructor
|MATH 201B Calculus for Life Sciences (4)
|MATH 142 or placement test or consent of instructor
|Physical Sciences (choose one course)
|CHEM 103 Introduction to Chemistry (4)
|CHEM 106 Chemistry and Society (3)
|GEOL 110 Introduction to Geology (3)
|PHYS 102 Introduction to the Physical Universe (3)
|PHYS 104 Explorations in Science (4)
|Note: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics majors fulfill this requirement by meeting major requirements.
|Life Sciences (choose one course)
|BIOL 110 Environmental Biology (3)
|BIOL 131 Human Genetics (3)
|Note: Nursing, Biology, and Chemistry majors fulfill this requirement by meeting major requirements.
|Social Sciences
Courses with strong emphasis on global consciousness, social responsibility, and ethical awareness in a social science context
|Social Sciences I (choose one course)
|ECON 105 Introduction to Economics as a Social Science (4)
|ECON 253 Elementary Macroeconomics (4)
*required for all Business majors
|JUST 101 Introduction to Justice Studies (4)
|PLSC 101 Introduction to Political Science (4)
|PLSC 121 American National Government (4)
|Social Science II (choose one course)
|ANTH 160 Introduction to Anthropology (4)
|ANTH 252 Cultural Anthropology (4)
|PSYC 105 Introduction to Psychology (4)
|SOC 105 Introduction to Sociology (4)
|SOC 253 Sociology of the Family (4)
|*Nursing majors must choose ANTH 252 or SOC 105 or SOC 253
|Living Arts
Courses with a strong emphasis on real world, life enhancing knowledge
|Living Arts (choose one course)
|CMPT 100 The Information Age: Society, Computers, and You (3)
|EDUC 201 Discovering Creativity thrgh Multiple Intelligences (2)
|EDUC 205 Service Learning in Salt Lake (2)
|FINC 210 Personal Finance (3)
|HPW 156 Exploring Wasatch Mountain Paths (2)
|HPW 220 Yoga for Wellness (2)
|HPW 250 Fitness for Life (2)
|HPW 260 Psychological Aspects of Well-Being (2)
|INTR 166/ENGL 166 Communicating Across Cultures (3)
|MGMT 110 Historical Traditions of Business and Entrep. (4)
|MGMT 205 Leadership Development (2)
|PSYC 330 Interpersonal Communication Skills (3)


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Ranking Fantasy Hockey's top 50 players in preseason Big Board
The Big Board takes into consideration past returns, current performance and expected future gains in determining who should be included. … More »
Outfielder Shuffle Up: The ageless Carlos Beltran
There's plenty wrong with the Yankees offense this year, but Carlos Beltran is part of the solution. … More »
Freak Show Podcast: Cardinals pen, Strasburg and Giolito, Steven Wright
Brandon Funston and Scott Pianowski talk MLB news and happenings, starting in St. Louis. … More »
Daily Dime: Hanley Ramirez, Kershaw and Cueto, Coors Field
Hanley Ramirez's bat has come alive this week and he's cheaply priced for Sunday DFS. … More »
Mostly MLB Notes: Talking Encarnacion and a look around the league
Talking Edwin Encarnacion, a look around the league and other random nonsense. … More »