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The North Outstanding Young Citizens will all be honored at a banquet Tuesday evening. This year, parents, school administrators and friends nominated 368 students representing 31 schools.
School, grade: Carson Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Rajnikant and Premilaben Amin
Academic achievements: Scholastic Achievement Award, Johns Hopkins Talent Search, honor roll
School activities: Newspaper, yearbook, chamber orchestra, National Forensics League
Community activities: Girl Scouts
Goals: "After high school, I will enroll in a four-year program. I plan on getting a degree in genetics. I would then like to go into the field of genetics, possibly as a researcher or engineer."
School, grade: Shaler Area School District, 12
Age: 18
Parents: David and Janice Anderson
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Scholar Athlete Award
School activities: Soccer, track, student government, Key Club
Community activities: Church youth group, Young Life, World Vision
Goals: "After graduation, I plan to attend Geneva College. I will major in education to become a high school history teacher."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 9
Age: 15
Parents: Patrick and Joyce Andreone
Academic achievements: Highest honors, published poem
School activities: SADD, student council, soccer, lacrosse
Community activities: St. Ferdinand Youth Group, Seneca Valley Club Soccer
Goals: "As a freshman, my goal is to complete high school with a 4.0 grade point average and graduate in the top 10 percent in my class. Following high school, I would like to attend a large university for sports medicine and also play college soccer."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 9
Age: 15
Parents: Rod and Robin Applequist
Academic achievements: High honors, House of Representatives Certificates
School activities: Student council, SADD, cheerleading
Community activities: Girl Scouts, food drives, Toys for Tots
Goals: "I am determined to keep my grades up throughout high school. I then plan on completing college and attending medical school. I have aspirations of becoming a pediatric neurosurgeon or a child speech therapist."
School, grade: Dorseyville Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Robert and Deborah Arcovio
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Student of the Month
School activities: Soccer, band
Community activities: Dance, soccer, church productions
Goals: "After I finish high school, I want to go to college for four years. I am thinking of possibly becoming a teacher. I am also considering being a photographer."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Fred and Donna Artz
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Scholar Athlete Award
School activities: Swim team, golf, track
Community activities: Church youth group, mission trips, soup kitchen
Goals: "Next year, I will attend Grove City College. I'm planning to major in business."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 9
Age: 15
Parents: Ray and Lynn Aufman
Academic achievements: Highest honors, Presidential Academic Fitness Awards
School activities: Marching band, jazz band
Community activities: Nursing home
Goals: "My goal is to obtain a master's or doctorate in toxicology and pharmacology from the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia."
School, grade: North Hills High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Lynne Baranowski
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Outstanding Citizenship Award, National Science Merit Award
School activities: Latin Club, yearbook, softball
Community activities: Church youth group, Animal Rescue League
Goals: "I plan to continue my education and become a doctor of veterinary medicine. I am going to work with large animals in the area in which I live. There is a great need for large animal vets in this area."
School, grade: Mount Alvernia High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: David and Judith Becki
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Algebra II Award
School activities: SADD, yearbook
Community activities: Girl Scouts, All Saints Summer Festival
Goals: "After high school, I will be attending the Pennsylvania State University at State College. I plan on majoring in architecture. After I earn a bachelor's degree, I will work as an apprentice until I become a registered architect."
School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Jim and Janet Belliveau
Academic achievements: National Merit finalist, National Honor Society, Pennsylvania School Press Association First Place for Feature Writing
School activities: Dance team, marching band, student council
Community activities: Memorial Park Youth Group, dance
Goals: "I will attend a liberal arts university, most likely the University of Notre Dame as part of the Honors Program. I plan to double major in psychology and French. Ultimately, I intend to become either a lawyer or a psychiatrist working with adolescents."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Charles and Ann Bender
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, National Merit Scholar
School activities: Student council, newspaper, Tri-M Music Honor Society, track
Community activities: YMCA summer camp, Allegheny County Special Olympics, Race for the Cure
Goals: "I plan to attend a university next fall to major in either sports medicine, English or environmental studies. Then I hope to serve in the Peace Corps or similar service organization and travel overseas before settling into a career."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Sam and Linda Bennardo
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, highest honors
School activities: Football, basketball, track
Community activities: North Hills Community Outreach, Glenshaw Kiwanis Club
Goals: "I plan to graduate from Shaler High School in 2006 and then attend college at Penn State where I will major in business and play hockey. After graduating, I hope to get a job in Pittsburgh."
School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Michael and Linda Bennett
Academic achievements: National Honor Society
School activities: French Club
Community activities: Tutor program, volunteer work with retarded youth, Animal Friends
Goals: "After my summer trip to France, I have decided to major in international studies with a minor in French at Allegheny College. While there, I hope to study abroad and pursue a career in the international business field."
School, grade: Mars Area High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Paul and Tracy Bernard
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, House of Representatives Certificate of Achievement
School activities: Wrestling, computer club, Spanish Club
Community activities: CCD teaching assistant
Goals: "I would like to attend a four-year university, where I will pursue a computer science degree. For my career, I would like to be involved in technical sales, since I really enjoy people."
School, grade: Mount Alvernia High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Sherleen Bey
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, National Student Leadership Conference Award, Rachel Carson Award nominee
School activities: Prom committee, student council
Community activities: Tutors young children
Goals: "I hope to achieve a career consisting or involving mathematics and study at Princeton University."
School, grade: Northgate Junior/Senior High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Tim and Wendy Blazier
Academic achievements: High honors, German Award
School activities: Softball, student council, volleyball
Community activities: Youth group volunteer at His Place, worked on mural project for community
Goals: "After completing high school, I would like to attend a four-year college, then attain my master's degree in aerospace engineering. I would also like to continue playing softball in college."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Dean and Patty Blemker
Academic achievements: Highest honors
School activities: Baseball, basketball
Community activities: Animal Friends, Read Across America
Goals: "I plan on taking all honors classes in high school and receive a scholarship to Indiana University or North Carolina and become a doctor or lawyer."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Jim and Pam Block
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, Scholar Athlete Award, Distinguished Achievement Award for the National Latin Exam
School activities: Student council, book discussion group, literary magazine, Key Club, tennis team
Community activities: Girl Scouts, Presents for Patients, church volunteer, reading tutor
Goals: "I want to maintain my high standard of academic achievement and go to a good college, possibly majoring in history. As I grow older, I feel it is important to use the talents I have been given to help others, particularly in ending domestic hunger and eradicating illiteracy."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Jim and Pam Block
Academic achievements: Honor roll, National Physical Education Award nominee
School activities: Cross country, basketball, track, chorus, peer mentor
Community activities: Assisted with food drive, Summer Sunday School, men's shelter, home repairs for senior citizens
Goals: "I wish to maintain my high academic achievements, make the high school basketball team and go to college and get a law degree. Also, I wish to continue my community service and volunteer work."
School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Joseph and Melanie Bock
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Distinguished Achievement in Honors English III, Scholar Athlete Award
School activities: Spanish Club, golf, service committee, student council
Community activities: Pittsburgh Project, World Vision, Mayview State Hospital, McKnight Elementary
Goals: "In the fall, I will either attend the University of Michigan or Indiana University where I will major in Spanish. After my sophomore year, I will switch to international business as my major."
School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Larry and Cindy Bock
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, President's Education Award for Outstanding Academic Excellence
School activities: Tutor, Allegheny Intermediate Unit Apprenticeship
Community activities: Church volunteer, peer tutor, zoo volunteer
Goals: "I hope to attend medical school. I want to pursue a career in veterinary medicine or dermatology. I also plan to continue helping others through service to the community."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 10
Age: 15
Parents: Michael and Trang Bonnette
Academic achievements: Highest honors, All-American Scholar Award, President's Education Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement
School activities: Soccer, indoor track team, French Club
Community activities: Key Club
Goals: "I plan to attend a four-year university majoring in either biology or aeronautical science. In aeronautics , I am looking forward to flying as a commercial pilot and also as a fighter pilot for the Air Force. In biology, I am looking at a career as a zoologist."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: John and Sandy Borys
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, President's Education Awards Program, Extraordinary Leader Award for student council
School activities: Future Business Leaders of America, student council, German Club, basketball
Community activities: Food drive organizer, Pristine Pines Nursing Home volunteer, church volunteer
Goals: "My intentions are to study either business, finance or law. Currently, I have applied to attend Notre Dame this summer."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Paul and Kelly Boscarino
Academic achievements: High honors, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Certificate of Achievement, full scholarship to P.A.S.C. Summer Leadership Workshop at Grove City College
School activities: Cheerleading, student council
Community activities: St. Ferdinand Youth Group, Pittsburgh Aids Walk, Red Cross
Goals: "An immediate goal is to become a member of the National Honor Society. After high school, I plan to attend a university and major in either political science, law or international business."
School, grade: Marshall Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Arthur and Karen Boujoukos
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Scholar Athlete Award
School activities: track, cross country
Community activities: North Hills Community Outreach Center, Northland Public Library, Animal Friends
Goals: "I hope to be accepted to a college where I will study math and science courses, then go on to get a M.D."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Larry and Jana Bracco
Academic achievements: Honor roll
School activities: Student council, SADD, dance team
Community activities: Pine-Richland Youth Center, Dance Camp
Goals: "I plan on attending a four-year college and majoring in dance. Becoming a stage performer and a New York City Rockette is my dream goal. My long term goal is to open a dance studio and teach children what I have loved to do my entire life."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 11
Age: 16
Parents: Mark and Becky Brandon
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Scholar Athlete Award
School activities: Student council, volleyball, basketball
Community activities: Summer volleyball camp, library volunteer
Goals: "I plan to attend a four-year college or university and major in psychology and play volleyball. I would one day like to work for the government in the field of psychology."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 15
Parents: Ed and Anna Marie Breaux
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, U.S. Achievement Academy National Leadership and Service Award, Scholar Athlete Award, Editor's Choice Award for poetry, Latin honors and awards
School activities: Marching band, wind ensemble, jazz ensemble, Allegheny Intermediate Unit Apprenticeship
Community activities: North Hills Youth Ministry, UPMC Passavant, St. Alexis Church Festival
Goals: "I am seriously considering a career in the sciences, perhaps pharmacy or biomedical research."
School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Nick and Patty Broskey
Academic achievements: Poetry published in school literary magazine
School activities: Marching band, newspaper
Community activities: Girl Scouts, youth group, altar server, Carnegie Science Center Overnighters
Goals: "After graduation from high school next year, I plan on attending a prestigious college. This college will hopefully be in-state, where I will major in creative writing or journalism. My career goal is to be a writer/editor and to have my poetry published."
School, grade: North Hills High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Eugene and Janet Brown
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, National Mathematics Award
School activities: Lacrosse, volleyball, French Club, Science Club
Community activities: St. Sebastian Summer Festival, West Penn Hospital
Goals: "After high school, I plan to attend a liberal arts college. I would like to major in international studies with a minor in French. In the future, I would like to work for the United States Embassy in France."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Rick and Debbie Bui
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Academic Excellence Award, Scholar Athlete Award
School activities: Swim team, Key Club, German Club, hockey, tennis
Community activities: Boy Scouts patrol leader, Hosanna Industries volunteer,
Goals: "After high school, I plan to attend a four-year university and focus my studies on biological sciences. I would then like to pursue studies in medical school and plan on becoming a physician specializing in anesthesiology or sports medicine."
School, grade: Deer Lakes High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Earl and Kathy Burke
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, honor roll
School activities: Student council, soccer, ski club, drama productions
Community activities: Church youth group, church acolyte, Presents for Patients, mission trip to Navajo Indian Reservation in Arizona, Jubilee Soup Kitchen volunteer
Goals: "I will be attending Duquesne University and majoring in secondary education with a concentration in social studies. After graduating from college, I plan on getting my master's degree and securing a job as an educator."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: William and Kathryn Busa
Academic achievements: Highest honors, Johns Hopkins University Talent Search
School activities: Marching band, orchestra
Community activities: Church choir, Habitat for Humanity, environmental clean-up projects
Goals: "I hope to graduate at the top of my class and then attend a four-year university, majoring in science or engineering. I wish to excel in my chosen profession, through innovation and creativity."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: June Buzzelli
Academic achievements: Highest honors
School activities: Musical, talent show
Community activities: Civic Light Opera Academy, St. Paul United Methodist Youth Group
Goals: "I would like to go to college. I feel very fortunate to be in a situation where my opportunities are endless."
School, grade: Carson Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Quan Cai and Ming Ding
Academic achievements: First Prize at Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science Competition, National Science Merit Award, honor roll, Certificate of Merit for Mathcounts competition
School activities: Student council, newspaper, orchestra, Junior Forensics, National Academics League
Community activities: Vincentian Nursing Home, North Hills Community Outreach Center food drive and fund-raiser
Goals: "I would like to get a 1600 on the SATs and serve the community throughout high school. I hope to be accepted into a selective university and major in a science-related field. Afterwards, I plan to go to medical school to become a doctor."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Guillermo and Mara Campana
Academic achievements: Future Business Leaders of America Extraordinary Leader Recognition, Silver Key for Excellence in Visual Arts
School activities: Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, The Zonta Girls Club, track and field, gymnastics
Community activities: Cumberland Crossing, Passavant Hospital
Goals: "In college, I would like to study genetics, and with that I hope to work in a university or laboratory, promoting international cooperation with institutions in Latin America, Europe and the United States."
School, grade: Dorseyville Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Jeff Campbell and Judy Lemoncelli
Academic achievements: Student of the Month, Student Recognition Award
School activities: Student council, chorus, volleyball
Community activities: "Global Impact" missions, swim team, dance
Goals: "My plans while attending Fox Chapel High School include taking college prep courses, playing volleyball, performing in the school musical and continuing with student council. I hope to improve on my musical skills for those are my main career interests."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Matthew and Susan Carl
Academic achievements: National Honors Society, First Place in Saltwork's Theater Essay Contest on Character, Magna Cum Lauda for National Latin Exam
School activities: Latin Club, soccer, student council, art club, musicals
Community activities: Hampton Emergency Medical Services, Passavant Hospital
Goals: "I have always wanted to be a military doctor. After recently receiving a four-year Navy ROTC scholarship to the University of Virginia, I finally see my dreams an enormous step closer to becoming a reality."
School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Robert and Margaret Carothers
Academic achievements: Christian Fellowship Award
School activities: Choir, newspaper
Community activities: Vincentian Assisted Living
Goals: "I have been accepted to California State University of Pennsylvania. My goal is to be a literature teacher and that is why I have chosen to major in secondary education."
School, grade: Eden Christian Academy, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Warren and Sue Carr
Academic achievements: Distinguished honor roll
School activities: Student council, cheerleading, track, musicals
Community activities: Church youth group, mission trip to Kentucky, cheerleading clinic for young girls
Goals: "I would like to attend a high-ranking college in the future. I plan to do whatever God has in store for me and to follow Him."
School, grade: Northgate Junior/Senior High School, 10
Age: 15
Parents: Daniel and Linda Carroll
Academic achievements: Distinguished honor roll
School activities: basketball, track
Community activities: Church youth group
Goals: "One of my strong interests right now is neuroscience, so I may consider working in that field in the future."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate, 9
Age: 15
Parents: Jack and Jackie Casey
Academic achievements: Scholar Athlete Award, Scholastic Gold Key Art Award
School activities: basketball
Community activities: Walk/Run for Breast Cancer Patients, Orchard Hill Youth Group, tutor
Goals: "I would like to attend a college where I could have an opportunity to play basketball. After college and playing basketball, I wish to follow in my grandfather's footsteps and attend medical school to become a doctor."
School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Jack and Jackie Casey
Academic achievements: Presidential Award, Scholar Athlete Award, honor roll
School activities: Football, Future Business Leaders of America
Community activities: Orchard Hill Youth Group, Pittsburgh Food Bank
Goals: "I plan to attend either Duquesne University or Miami University and major in business. After college, I would like to receive an MBA."
School, grade: Carson Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Mark and Ellen Cavaliere
Academic achievements: High honors, National Science Merit Award
School activities: Junior Classic League, Gifted Opportunity for Advanced Learning
Community activities: Girl Scouts, church youth group
Goals: "I plan to attend college and become an influential person in my community. I have had thoughts of being the first woman to become president."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Steven Chernus and Gigi McKelvey
Academic achievements: Gifted Opportunity for Advanced Learning, honor roll
School activities: National Academic League, band, Junior Classical League
Community activities: Save the Children, Make-A-Wish Foundation
Goals: "I hope to attend an educational facility that would nurture my interests in literature, political science, physical science and computer languages."
School, grade: North Hills High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Robert and Carol Chisholm
Academic achievements: Highest honors, Excellent Achievement Award, Academic Scholarship to Duquesne University
School activities: German Club, golf, SADD, baseball
Community activities: Miryam's Women's Shelter, youth basketball and baseball clinics
Goals: "I am currently considering a journalism major at Duquesne University. I am looking forward to playing baseball on the college level and possibly the next level."
School, grade: North Allegheny High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Arshad and Lynnette Chughtai
Academic achievements: President's Award, Gifted Opportunity for Advanced Learning, honor roll
School activities: Interact Club, French Scrabble League, Amnesty International
Community activities: "Blankets for the Homeless," Pittsburgh Project tutor, Pleasant Valley Men's Shelter, St. John's Lutheran Church
Goals: "I plan to further my education by attending Denison University this fall. In intend to major in East Asian studies and study abroad in Japan."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Nick and Debbie Ciccotelli
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, highest honors, President's Award for Educational Excellence
School activities: Student council, band, track, National Junior Honor Society
Community activities: St. Bonaventure Church, Sensations Marching Unit
Goals: "I plan to attend college and pursue a career in elementary education. Teaching will allow me to put my talents to use."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Dave and Laura Clark
Academic achievements: Highest honors, United States National Art Award
School activities: Student council, peer tutoring, jazz band, drama club
Community activities: Special Olympics, Orchard Hill Church youth ministry, KidsFest Summer Camp work crew
Goals: "I am interested in pursuing educational and career opportunities that will allow me to combine my abilities in math, science and art, such as engineering or architecture."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Brian and Linda Clements
Academic achievements: High honors
School activities: None listed
Community activities: St. Catherine of Sweden Church usher, basketball
Goals: "I plan to attend Penn State University while still working at KFC. I would like to manage a business such as KFC. I am also interested in an engineering career."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Tom and Beth Cole
Academic achievements: Highest honors, Merit Scholar
School activities: Choir, drama club, newspaper
Community activities: St. Alphonsus Church Teen Choir, Saltworks Theater Company volunteer and student teacher
Goals: "Broadway's lights are a dream, though not very practical. A more realistic aspiration, using my God-given talents and abilities, would be a career in broadcast journalism."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Senior High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Brian and Bonnie Connell
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Scholastic Award, Scholarship to Pennsylvania Governor's School of Teaching
School activities: Soccer, Varsity Club, musical, jazz choir, tutoringCommunity activities: Holy Family Institute Youth Group, Ronald McDonald House, Lifeline, Girl Scouts
Goals: "My educational goals are to attend the honors college at Penn State University's main campus. I will pursue a degree in education. I plan to continue my education by obtaining a master's degree and eventually a doctorate."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Bharat and Carolyn Contractor
Academic achievements: Highest honors, Scholar Athlete Award
School activities: Varsity cheerleading, SADD, student council, musicals
Community activities: Northern Tier Library, Pine-Richland Youth Center
Goals: "I plan to attend Penn State University and major in communications. I would like to focus on journalism and hope to someday work for a newspaper."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 9
Age: 15
Parents: Gregg and Elizabeth Cooper
Academic achievements: Honor roll
School activities: Principal's Advisory Committee, Zonta Girls Club, class council, orchestra
Community activities: Orchard Hill Church, Pittsburgh Project
Goals: "After high school, I want to go to college. I would like to take a music technology course and other music courses. I would like a career playing the violin and other instruments."
School, grade: Carson Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: William and Kathleen Coppula
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Math Counts Certificate of Merit
School activities: Band, talent show
Community activities: Act One Theatre School, Prime Stage Theater
Goals: "I would first like to pursue a career as a dancer. After this, I would like to attend college and study computers and/or robotics. I would then like to use this knowledge for a job at NASA or a similar organization."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Chuck and Darla Gerlach
Academic achievements: Honor roll
School activities: Students Together Organizing Prevention, student council, student athletic trainer
Community activities: Church youth mission trip, Pittsburgh Project
Goals: "At Allegheny College, my studies in speech pathology/guidance counseling will encourage children to reach their potential and understand how they can effectively use their talents and skills to enrich their own lives and the lives of those around them."
School, grade: Northgate High School, 11
Age: 16
Parents: Joe and Bonnie Costantino
Academic achievements: Scholar Athlete Award, Honor roll, Presidential Physical Fitness Award
School activities: Basketball, softball, volleyball, student council
Community activities: Elderly homes volunteer
Goals: "I've always enjoyed biology and have decided to earn my degree in this field. I will use this and either go into teaching or nursing because I want to help others."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Mike and Amy Couch
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Gifted Opportunity for Advanced Learning
School activities: Chorus, Family, Career and Community Leaders of America
Community activities: Saltworks Young Actors Studio, Girl Scouts, food drive
Goals: ""I want to graduate from North Allegheny Senior High School with high honors. I would like to go to college, preferably New York University or Carnegie Mellon University. I would major in drama and minor in education."
School, grade: Mars Area Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Donald and Nancy Craft
Academic achievements: High honors, Tanagram Challenge winner, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Certificate of Achievement
School activities: Treasury committee member, Botany Committee
Community activities: Volunteer and acolyte at Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church
Goals: "I plan to complete my high school education with full honors and get accepted into a good college. I would like to become a veterinarian so that I may can better serve my community."
School, grade: Mars Area Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Gerry and Lori Crowley
Academic achievements: High honors, Citizenship Award
School activities: Treasury committee, Botany Committee, track and field, mentor's program
Community activities: Gymnast for the Pittsburgh Northstars, altar server at St. Kilian Catholic Church, volunteer at St. John's Lutheran Home
Goals: "I hope to graduate high school and apply for Penn State University. There, I would like to study architecture and engineering. I would also like to make the gymnastics team in college."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Bill and Marty Crummy
Academic achievements: Highest honors, National Honor Society, Scholar Athlete Award
School activities: Marching band, wind ensemble, varsity soccer, track and field, student council, musical
Community activities: First Presbyterian Church, Hosanna Industries, Northern Tier Library, Student Leadership Team
Goals: "I plan to major in mechanical engineering or physics at a well-disciplined college or university. If I pursue physics, I may become a teacher. I would also like to continue my jazz studies as a hobby or college activity."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Gary and Cathy Dankmyer
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, President's Academic Excellence Award, Scholar Athlete Award
School activities: Varsity golf, Leadership Club, Pep Club
Community activities: Oakmont Country Club caddy
Goals: "I signed a letter of intent to play Division I college golf at Penn State University, Main Campus. I want to continue my high academic standards and major in business. I would like to be a professional golfer."
School, grade: Carson Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Lawrence and Marilyn Danley
Academic achievements: Scholar Athlete Award, high honors
School activities: Student council, principal's advisory committee, band, basketball
Community activities: Hoops for the Heart, St. Alexis Church Youth Group
Goals: "In high school, I would like to be an honor student and participate on the basketball team and in school plays. I would like to attend the University of Pittsburgh on a basketball scholarship while pursuing a career as either a newscaster, teacher, coach, scientist, lawyer or politician."
School, grade: Mars Area Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Jay and Susan Dawson
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Citizenship Award, Third Place in Math Counts competition
School activities: Student government, color guard
Community activities: Church nursery volunteer, Sunday school assistant, Christmas and Easter productions
Goals: "I have many interests and subjects that I do well in, especially those in math and science. At this point, my main goal is to do well in high school so that I can go to an excellent college, where I expect my career and educational goals will become more clear."
School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Marianne DelPizzo
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Presidential Service Award, HOBY ambassador, American Legion Award
School activities: Tennis, Key Club, yearbook, Junior Achievement Program, student council
Community activities: Knights of Columbus volunteer, nursing home volunteer
Goals: "I have taken the most challenging courses offered and plan to further my education at the Duquesne University School of Pharmacy. I plan to further my career to the extent of pharmaceutical management, ownership and sales."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Brian and Doreen Demsey
Academic achievements: Highest honors, National Junior Honor Society
School activities: Chorus, musical, band, peer mediation
Community activities: Relay for Life, library and Bible school volunteer, Girl Scouts
Goals: "I would like to go to college for an education degree. I hope to be a music teacher. Music is my life and I love it. I would like to teach children performing arts and share and pass on to them my love of music."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Robert and Priscilla Devlin
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Athletic Achievement Award
School activities: Newspaper, lacrosse
Community activities: Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank, Make-A-Wish Foundation, altar server, youth choir
Goals: "I hope to maintain excellent grades during the course of my four years in high school. I would love to become a seventh grade math teacher because teaching would be both challenging and worthwhile."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Andrew and Debbie Devonshire
Academic achievements: High honors, National Latin Honor Society
School activities: Latin Club, SADD, swim team, student council
Community activities: Parkwood Church, North Hills Community Outreach Center
Goals: "I plan on furthering my academic career by attending good college where I hope to major in a field of biology, possibly virology."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Stephen and Paula DiAntonio
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Scholar Athlete Award, Western Pennsylvania Scholastic Art Award
School activities: Student council, soccer, theater, Forensics Club
Community activities: Tutor, soccer camp instructor
Goals: "I want to attend a four-year college majoring in business, drama or communications. Whatever field I decide to pursue, I would like to use my public speaking skills."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Stephen and Paula DiAntonio
Academic achievements: Highest honors, Scholar Athlete Award, Academic Excellence Award
School activities: Student council, Key Club, tennis, dance
Community activities: Special Olympics, church youth group
Goals: "I am planning on attending college after I graduate. I would like to go into the medical field. I have always been interested in the human anatomy and helping people."
School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: James and Barbara Dietz
Academic achievements: Highest honors, Certificate of Merit for Excellence in Math and Science from the Society of Women Engineers
School activities: Varsity softball, student government, Key Club
Community activities: Make-A-Wish Foundation, Vincentian Assisted Living Center, peer mentor
Goals: "In the next four years, I plan on obtaining degrees in mathematics and education from Penn State's Schreyer Honors College."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Ray and Tina DiGaetano
Academic achievements: Vision for Educational Excellence
School activities: Student council, Key Communicators, golf, student leadership group
Community activities: American Diabetes Association
Goals: "I plan on attending a four-year college or university in Florida majoring in real estate. I hope to someday become a professional golfer."
School, grade: Carson Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: David and Andrea Diez
Academic achievements: Scholar Athlete Award, highest honors, Perfect Attendance Award
School activities: Cross country, track, chorus, basketball
Community activities: Chorus, McCandless Swim Club, food drive
Goals: "My goals are focused on becoming a veterinarian. I plan to pursue coursework in science and related subjects during high school. I further plan to obtain a doctor of veterinary medicine degree."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: John and Heather Dills
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society
School activities: Marching band, jazz band, stage crew, student council
Community activities: Carnegie Mellon Youth Brass Band
Goals: "During high school, I intend to coninue my current level of performance. In college, I will probably major in social science. I am leaning towards sociology."
School, grade: North Hills School District, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Samuel and Jacqueline DiTullio
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Excellence in Attendance Award
School activities: CHANGES, Hands for Service
Community activities: West View volunteer firefighter, scoutmaster for Troop 377
Goals: "I plan to attend Community College of Allegheny County and then Indiana University for four years. My dream job would be a wildlife photographer and writer."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Paul and Bonnie Dluhos
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, highest honors
School activities: Soccer, track, yearbook, photography, musical
Community activities: North Hills Passavant Hospital
Goals: "I plan on going to a good college. I hope to study accounting because I like to work with numbers. Also, I would love to play soccer at the college level then at the professional level."
School, grade: Dorseyville Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: John and Barbara Dolhi
Academic achievements: Honor roll
School activities: Student council, track, soccer
Community activities: Hartwood Elementary Afterschool Program, Race for the Cure
Goals: "After finishing high school, I would like to attend a four-year college where I could later pursue my goal of becoming either a teacher or a pediatrician."
School, grade: Shady Side Academy, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Lee and Kathy Draper
Academic achievements: Fides Award, Sotak Honors Award
School activities: Class president, swim team, track team, chamber choir, literary magazine
Community activities: Summer swim coach and instructor, lifeguard, Make-A-Wish Foundation
Goals: "As I enter college, I hope to pursue the field of education. I wish to make the same impact on others which was impressed upon me and challenged me to learn and experience."
School, grade: Shaler Intermediate School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Dennis and Andrea Dudley
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, President's Education Award
School activities: Basketball, student council, Youth Advocacy League
Community activities: East End Cooperative Ministries Food Bank, Starlight for Kids, Race for the Cure, Leukemia Society
Goals: "I plan to attend a four-year college. Some ideas that seem interesting are medicine and education."
School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Dennis and Andrea Dudley
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Japanese National Honor Society, Presidential Academic Excellence Award
School activities: Dance team, musical, Allegheny Intermediate Unit dance apprenticeship
Community activities: Pittsburgh Community Ballet Company, Starlight for Kids, Vincentian Home, Race for the Cure
Goals: "After finishing high school, I plan to attend a four-year college. A possible major I am considering is kinesiology and sports medicine. I would like to pursue using dance as physical and rehabilitative therapy."
School, grade: Deer Lakes High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Dennis and Bonnie Duryea
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Spanish National Honor Society
School activities: Student council, soccer, swim team, volleyball, plays
Community activities: Road clean-up, church youth group
Goals: "After graduating from Pitt-Greensburg, I plan on becoming a social studies teacher."
School, grade: North Hills High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Ed and Debbie Ebeck
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Excellent Achievement Award
School activities: Symphonic band, Latin Club, Hands for Service, Future Teachers of America, newspaper
Community activities: Christian Literacy Summer Reading Camps, tutor, church bell choir
Goals: "After graduation, I would like to attend Grove City College with a double major in elementary and early childhood education."
School, grade: Dorseyville Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Dan and Barbara Eichenlaub
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Achievement Award
School activities: Soccer, peer helper
Community activities: Western Pennsylvania Conservancy garden project, St. Joseph Church
Goals: "After high school, I want to go to college. Then, I would like to work where I can truly make a difference in the lives of others."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 9
Age: 14
Parents: Frank and Jean Eisenreich
Academic achievements: Highest honors
School activities: Basketball, jazz band
Community activities: Baseball, Covenant Community Presbyterian Church Youth Group
Goals: "I plan to maintain a 4.0 grade-point average throughout my entire high school career. My goal is to get into a good college and earn a master's degree."
School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Michael and Katherine Epperly
Academic achievements: Gold Key recipient, National Junior honor Society, Distinguished Achievement Awards, Certificates of Achievement in French and World Affairs
School activities: National Forensics League, French Club, principal's advisory committee
Community activities: Passavant Hospital, Orchard Hill Church Youth Group, summer reading camp
Goals: "I hope to pursue a career based on my interests in world affairs, law and politics."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Gerard and Kim Erhart
Academic achievements: Highest honors, Perfect Attendance Award, Science Award
School activities: Student council, softball, talent show
Community activities: Swim instructor for young children and physically and mentally challenged youth, St. Bonaventure CCD Program
Goals: "I want to earn undergraduate and graduate degrees in architecture at the University of Southern California. My goals are to pursue a career in designing high-rise office buildings and urban redevelopment projects."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 9
Age: 15
Parents: Alfred and Karen Eshenbaugh
Academic achievements: Academic Excellence Award, National Junior Honor Society, highest honors
School activities: Musicals, track and field
Community activities: Mt. Alvernia Motherhouse Infirmary, summer reading camp
Goals: "I want to pursue a career as a pediatrician and be accepted into a medical school."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Walt and Geri Faderewski
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Scholar Athlete Award, Scholastic Art Award
School activities: Cheerleading, peer mediator
Community activities: Verland
Goals: "After graduating from high school, I would like to go to Johns Hopkins University. I would then hope to get a degree in psychology."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: James and Lynn Fagan
Academic achievements: Highest honors, National English Merit Award, United States National Art Award
School activities: Student council, band, softball, dance
Community activities: Northern Tier Library
Goals: "I plan to take challenging courses through high school and further my education by attending college."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 11
Age: 16
Parents: James and Lynn Fagan
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, President's Education Award, All-American Scholar, Scholar Athlete Award
School activities: Cross country, track and field, Key Club
Community activities: Northern Tier Library, GSSWPA volunteer, Pine-Richland Youth Center
Goals: "I intend to continue my education at a selective college or university. I am interested in elementary education."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Christopher and Maureen Fajt
Academic achievements: Honor roll, National English Merit Award
School activities: Soccer, track, plays, jazz choir, drama club
Community activities: Fundraisers for the needy, Read Across America, St. Anne's Nursing Home
Goals: "I plan to go to college and get a master's degree in art therapy."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Frank and Nancy Falvo
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Outstanding Academic Achievement Award, Outstanding Effort Award
School activities: Student council, library aide, newspaper, soccer, orchestra
Community activities: Girl Scouts, St. John Neumann Church
Goals: "I intend to take honors and advanced placement courses in high school. Upon graduating from high school, my goal is to attend a college with a nationally recognized business school. I hope to pursue a career in either business or law."
School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11
Age: 16
Parents: Robert and Peggy Fayfich
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Scholar Athlete Award, Scholastic Art Award
School activities: Student council, field hockey, Key Club, literary art magazine
Community activities: UPMC Passavant Hospital, Girl Scouts
Goals: "I would like to attend Georgetown, George Washington, Brown or Tufts University and study international relations. After undergraduate school, I will either enter law school or join the Peace Corps."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Russ and Rena Feingold
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Scholar Athlete Award
School activities: Jazz band, concert band, cross country, track and field
Community activities: Soccer, The Great Race
Goals: "I hope to attend Boston's Berklee School of Music. I want to become a professional drummer after graduating from Berklee."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 15
Parents: Bryan and Alice Fisher
Academic achievements: Honor roll
School activities: Chorus, musical, class president
Community activities: Benefit concert
Goals: "I plan to graduate in at the top 10 percent of my class. I'd like to attend Carnegie Mellon University and study performing arts."
School, grade: North Hills High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Tom and Kathy Fitzgerald
Academic achievements: Highest honors
School activities: Cross country, soccer, basketball
Community activities: Manor Care Nursing Home
Goals: "I hope to go to college and have a science-related major. I have not yet decided on whether it should be on chemistry, biology or physics."
School, grade: Mt. Alvernia High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: John and Rita Flaherty
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Certificate of Achievement in Art
School activities: Volleyball, Pep Squad, newspaper, play, student council
Community activities: UPMC Passavant Hospital, Vacation Bible School aide
Goals: "My current focus is to do well in my studies, so I will be prepared for whatever career I eventually pursue. I hope to be able to use my interests in art and science."
School, grade: North Hills High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Joseph and Gloria Flannery
Academic achievements: National Honors Society, National Merit Scholar
School activities: Mock trial, peer tutor, volleyball, National Forensics League, Science Club, French Club, student government
Community activities: St. Sebastian's Catholic Youth Organization, ALS Foundation
Goals: "I intend to double major in mathematics and engineering and then earn my master's in mathematics."
School, grade: Deer Lakes High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Mark and Marian Flowers
Academic achievements: Honor roll, top 10 percentile of class
School activities: Yearbook, soccer, swim team, photographer, peer tutor
Community activities: Transfiguration Youth Ministry volunteer
Goals: "Throughout high school, I hope to maintain my 4.0 grade-point average while continuing with my current activities and part-time job. I am planning to attend a university."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: William and Michelle Follett
Academic achievements: Presidential Scholars Certificate
School activities: Soccer, student government, baseball
Community activities: World Vision
Goals: "I would like to attend Penn State University or any southern Division I school. I would like to study either marine biology or journalism and hope to pursue one of those professions."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Ken and Marilyn Foster
Academic achievements: High honors, National Latin Honor Society
School activities: Future Business Leaders of America, Latin Club, musical
Community activities: UPMC St. Margaret's Hospital, Parkwood Presbyterian Church, Hampton Parks and Recreation Department
Goals: "I plan to enroll in a college or university that is academically challenging and mentally stimulating. After successfully graduating with a bachelor's of science degree, I will enroll in a leading engineering school."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Ken and Marilyn Foster
Academic achievements: High honors, National Latin Honors Society
School activities: Student council, Future Business Leaders of America, musical, newspaper, SADD, swim club
Community activities: UPMC St. Margaret's Hospital, Hampton Fields, lifeguard, Parkwood Presbyterian Church
Goals: "My immediate goal is to get accepted into an academically rigorous college or university. After obtaining a bachelor's degree, I will seek acceptance into a leading law school."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 10
Age: 15
Parents: Andy and Valori Fournaridis Academic achievements: Presidential Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement, Excellence in Science, Highest Honor Roll, Academic Excellence Award, Who’s Who Among American High School Students
School activities: Student council, chess club, Mock Trial, band, school musical orchestra, library page
Community activities: Summer Reading Program at Northern Regional, Tier Library, Northern Regional Tier-Pine Center Library, teen youth group, Boyce CalcuSolve Bowl, Children’s Creative Writing Campaign
Goals: "I wish to major in chemistry or physics. I hope to become a doctor, astrophysicist, or a researcher in the chemistry field."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Joseph and Kathy Frantz
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, High Scholastic Achievement Award, G.O.A.L., Scholar-Athlete Award
School activities: Cross country, track, band, yearbook committee
Community activities: Bethany House Ministry, Bradley Center for Children, church youth group, church choir Goals: “I would like to become a pediatrician. I love children and would like to provide quality care for them."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Norman and Dorrie Friedrich
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, National Latin Exam silver medalist, President’s Education Award, American Legion School Award, 2000 Outstanding Young Citizen nominee
School activities: Junior Classical League, North Allegheny Christian Association, chorus, honors band
Community activities: North Way Christian Community Orchestra, church Kidz Choir, Christ Church of Grove Farms Youth Group, missions trip to China Goals: “After I complete college, I plan to be a missionary in Asia."
School, grade: Carson Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Norman and Dorrie Friedrich
Academic achievements: Honor Roll
School activities: Junior Classical League, orchestra, Brown Bag Book Discussion Group, Student/Principle Advisory Committee
Community activities: North Way Christian Community Orchestra, assistant director of children’s choir, X-Treme Youth Group, home bible studies, Kidz Choir, student ministries choir Goals: "I would like to go to college and study music education or interpretation for the deaf. I would like to be either a school music teacher or a private music teacher."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: J.T. and Jeanne Fulton
Academic achievements: Highest Honor Roll, Scholar’s Award for Excellence, State House of Representatives Academic Achievement Award
School activities: Concert/Symphonic bands, jazz ensemble, marching band
Community activities: Tutoring, flute/piccolo lessons, jazz guitar lessons Goals: " I plan to attend a four year college and majoring in visual applied arts and then begin a career as a web art director."
School, grade: Deer Lakes High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Bonnie and Ted Fyala
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, Gifted and Talented Education, Barbara M. Cass Award for Excellence finalist
School activities: Musical productions, choir, band, band committee president, Choral Department Leadership Committee, SAVE, science club, class secretary
Community activities: Junior Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh, AKV Honors Band, church lector, Sharing Our Strength, St. Victor Lovewalk for the Poor, annual senior citizen’s luncheon Goals: "This fall, I will be attending Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus in pursuit of a degree in music education. It has been my life-long dream to become a high school choral director. Music has been an integral part of my life and has carried me to a career touching me in ways unspeakable."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Steve and Audrey Gaskill
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll, Academic Award
School activities: Student council, chorus, school musical, swim club
Community activities: Black belt in karate, certified in CPR and babysitting by American Red Cross, Girl Scouts, dance classes, CCD, Pennsylvania Associated Student Council Goals: "I plan to attend college, then medical school. My future dream career is to become an obstetrician. I plan to have a family and live a happy life in Orlando, Florida."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Allan and Carolann Gassert
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, High Honor Roll, Tri-M Honor Society, Voice of Democracy Essay Contest winner
School activities: Band, Forensics, drama, Latin Club, musical
Community activities: Eagle Scout Project, St. Joseph’s House of Hospitality, Scouting for Food, altar server at St. Catherine’s, tutoring Goals: "I plan to attend Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. to study political science, and then attend law school. I hope to complete internships that will lead to a career in politics."
School, grade: North Hills High School, 11
Age: 16
Parents: Linda and Gerald Gaylor
Academic achievements: President’s Education Award, certificates of achievement for academic excellence, attendance, social studies, and Spanish, Honor Roll
School activities: Hands for Service, SADD, Spanish Club, Peer Leadership, tennis, student council, yearbook, APEX, Junior Representative of North Hills School Board, manager girls’ basketball team
Community activities: Tutoring, vacation bible school, nursing homes, babysitting, competitive swimming
Goals: “I plan to attend a selective university such as: Grove City College, Bucknell University, or University Park of Penn State. I hope to obtain a degree in psychology and continue on with my Masters. I will become a counselor or open a practice."
School, grade: Shady Side Academy, 10
Age: 15
Parents: Howard and Zena Gee
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, John Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth, National Youth Leadership Forum nominee
School activities: Afghan Children’s Fund chairperson, orchestra, softball, tennis, chess club, Chinese Club
Community activities: Tae Kwan Do black belt, Pittsburgh Chinese Youth Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, Manor Care Nursing Home, Salvation Army Homeless Soup Kitchen
Goals: “My goal is to become a veterinarian to continue my care and loving for animals. I have two cats and a German Shepherd, for which I care and heal. I would like to start my own vet office so I can work with and heal other peoples’ animals."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Al and Leah Genter
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, certificate of merit for perfect attendance
School activities: Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), art editor of school newsletter, orchestra
Community activities: Girl Scouts, Ingomar Elementary School fundraiser, planted trees along Pine Creek, UPMC Passavant Hospital, Presents for Patients, Vincentian Nursing Home Goals: “I want to be a cartoonist. I would like to make comics, and possibly some cartoons. I have to get a good education in the art areas, and study how to publish comics. I’d also have to study writing because I want to create the stories myself."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Kristine and Greg Gisoni
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll, President’s Educational Award for Excellence, Titan of the Week nominee, Y.E.S. stock program, Ohashi Award for Excellence in Japanese
School activities: Cross country, Aquatic Club, summer swim team, track and field, ski club, Jazz Band Festival
Community activities: Veteran’s Concert, Veteran’s Day Service, Northern Area Honors Band, Allegheny Valley Honors Band, PMEA Honors Band Goals: “I would like to go to college and go into computer game designing. It would be nice to take something I enjoy and turn it into a career. I am also planning to take Japanese in order to help me later on in my career."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 9
Age: 14
Parents: Dr. and Mrs. Bruce Golmic
Academic achievements: Academic All-Star Award, Highest Honor Roll
School activities: Student council, newspaper, Student Council District 2 representative, school cable television station, tennis, Pennsylvania Tennis Academy
Community activities: Donated autographs of tennis players to Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America, PaceSetter Run/Walk for Crohns, built website for Crohns, church lector, string tennis racquets as a small business Goals: “Following high school, I plan to enroll in a post-secondary school. After earning a degree in journalism, I will work for a major television station (ESPN) and become a well-known sportscaster."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Michelle and Dwayne Grabowski
Academic achievements: Presidential Gold Medal Award for Academic Excellence, National Junior Honor Society, High Honor Roll
School activities: Student council, PASC conference attendant, soccer, track and field, yearbook, dance, musical
Community activities: Meals on Wheels, wraps Christmas presents, caroling at Nursing Homes, church activities Goals: “One of my goals in life is to receive a scholarship to a good college and be at the top of my class. I would like to become a teacher and help other children achieve their goals."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: David and Deborah Grant
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll, Scholar-Athlete Award, Academic Excellence Award, citizenship award, Who’s Who Among High School Students, Scholastic Art Award-Golden Key
School activities: Tennis, student council, Key Club, art club, Superintendent’s Key Communicators, SADD
Community activities: Piano, dance, Pine-Richland Softball Association, peer tutoring, NAAR Make-a-Difference Day, Special Olympics, Together for Retarded Youth Goals: “While advancing as a student, I will also seek to grow as a person by constantly seeking ways to improve my community and be involved as a leader, possibly choosing a career in the education or medical field."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Frank and Jeannine Guglielmo
Academic achievements: Highest Honor Roll, United States National Mathematics Award, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Achievement Award, runner-up Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership, nominated for Junior Instructor of the Year
Community activities: Tae Kwan Do black belt, church, instructor Goals: “I plan to attend one of the top engineering schools. This is where I will apply myself to the math and sciences in order to absorb as much knowledge as I can in the engineering field. I will then start a successful engineering company and open up a martial arts academy."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Jim and Luanne Haak
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, Scholar-Athlete
School activities: Cross country, track, yearbook committee, “Music in Our Schools"
Community activities: Verland Center for CCD, baby-sits, helps aging neighbor with yard work Goals: “I want to be a teacher for middle school students. I like social studies and math. I plan on going to college somewhere in the south."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: David and Sandra Haffner
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, Student of the Month, Extra Effort Award, National Junior Honor Society, Keystone Award, gifted program
School activities: Cross country, track, Homework Club tutor, Friend’s Connection, Key Club, school literary magazine, newspaper, Amnesty International, German Club, Principal’s Advisory Committee
Community activities: Eagle Scout, Bradford Woods Elementary School, Allegheny General Hospital Pediatric Unit, vacation bible school, Passavant Hospital, St. Barnabas Free Home, North View Animal Hospital Goals: "I plan on attending a top university and majoring in pre-medicine. I hope to become a plastic surgeon, specializing in children with facial deformities or burns."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Karen and Jim Halliday
Academic achievements: Highest Honor Roll, Scholar Athlete, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, published poetry
School activities: Student council, Student Key Communicators, cheerleading, dancer in musical, chorus
Community activities: St. Richard’s Catholic Church Youth Group, National Catholic Youth Conference, “Teens for the Cure" with “Race for the Cure", Keystone Rams Dance Team, Presents for Patients Goals: "I intend to enter a pre-med program, eventually specializing in pediatric venous malformations. Having a venous malformation myself, along with my love for children, I feel I can relate to children with this diagnosis."
School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: John and Anne Haluszczak
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll, Underclass Academic Award, academic letter, KDKA’s Hometown High-Q, previous nominations for Outstanding Young Citizen Award, French Honor Society
School activities: Future Educators of America, track manager, Mock Trial, Americorps tutoring, intramural softball
Community activities: Junior Ukrainian Orthodox League, St. Vladimir’s Ukrainian Orthodox church, Mom’s Day Out, teacher appreciation breakfast, nursing homes Goals: "I plan to attend a four-year college and pursue a degree in education. I hope to be a high school French or English teacher."
School, grade: Carson Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Michael and Sony Hambrick
Academic achievements: High Scholastic Achievement, Honor Roll, Scholar Athlete Award
School activities: Diversity Group, class representative, peer mediator, basketball, track and field, football, basketball
Community activities: YWCA Racial Justice Awards Essay Contest winner Goals: “I would like to complete high school with a 4.0 or higher. I want to get an academic-athletic scholarship to a university specializing in industrial engineering."
School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Jeannie and Tom Kane
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Japanese National Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll, Student of the Month, nominated for Outstanding Young Citizen 1998
School activities: Yearbook, Student Government, Student School Board representative, choir, musicals, Key Club, intramural volleyball
Community activities: St. Francis Hospital, Vincention Assisted Living Center, Key Club’s Pancake Breakfast Goals: “I am attending Ohio University’s Scripps School of Journalism and my goal while there is to make the Dean’s List. After college, I hope to have a career in the communications field working in politics or entertainment."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 11
Age: 16
Parents: Dave and Kenda Hammer
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll, All-American Scholar, PRHS Citizenship Award, Scholar Athlete, Academic Excellence Award, National English Merit Award
School activities: Forensics Team, yearbook, tennis, marching band, spring musical pit orchestra, homecoming float building
Community activities: Church youth group vice president, Luther League Annual Bible Bowl Quiz Team, STOP Convention, Legislator for a Day, Salvation Army, church volunteer, Allegheny Valley Honors Band, Varsity Athletic Award Goals: "While not entirely decided upon a career yet, I plan to attend a four year honors college with a large urban university setting. My academic interests lie in the fields of science, mathematics, and technology, with extracurricular involvement in music and intramural tennis."
School, grade: Northgate High School, 11
Age: 16
Parents: Theresa and Wayne Hammond
Academic achievements: Distinguished Honor Roll, perfect attendance award, Cum Laude Society, Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership Foundation, All-American Scholar
School activities: School musical, band, chorus, cross country
Community activities: Church choir, cantor, and lector, youth group, community softball Goals: “After graduating high school, I would like to attend college to major in music performance. I’ve been taking piano lessons since I was five years old, so I would like to further my education in piano. I hope to someday have a job in piano performance."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: George and Darla Hancher
Academic achievements: Outstanding Young Citizen Award nominee
School activities: Baseball, class secretary, student council, soccer
Community activities: Rotary and Park Up Church Work, Athletic Association Baseball, and plays guitar in drums in own band Goals: "After I graduate from high school, I plan to go to college. There I will take courses in either the culinary arts, business, or agriculture."
School, grade: Fox Chapel Area High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Paul and Joanne Hanus
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, Daughters of the American Revolution American History Award
School activities: FCA, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, ski club, chorus, Travel Club, rugby
Community activities: Pittsburgh Zoo, CCD teacher at St. Joseph O’Hara, CORE team member at church, youth leadership committee, vacation bible school counselor, Hosanna Industries Goals: “I plan on attending college and possibly pursuing a career in the field of medicine or law."
School, grade: Fox Chapel Area High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Theodore and Beverly Harchick
Academic achievements: Honor Roll
School activities: Soccer, SADD, band, Smile Club
Community activities: CCD Teacher at St. Joseph’s Church, youth soccer coach, Bible Camp counselor, held youth soccer clinic, soccer referee, babysitter Goals: “I plan to attend East Carolina University and pursue a degree in education. I plan to play Division I soccer for the school."
School, grade: Deer Lakes High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Joy and Clyde Hardt
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, French Honor Society, National Honor Society, Who’s Who Among American High School Students
School activities: Colorguard, swim team, track, twirler, choir, Leadership Committee, Art Club, musical productions, float committee, prom committee, peer mediator, GATE
Community activities: West Deer Dog Shelter, Transfiguration Youth Group, regional baton twirling champions, Sr. Young Americans of Saxonburg Goals: “I would like to attend a college and as of right now study mathematical secondary education."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 9
Age: 15
Parents: John and Maryellen Harpur
Academic achievements: Highest Honors, gifted education program, National Honor Society, published several stories and poems
School activities: Key Communicators, Vice President of class, Mock Trial, soccer, baseball, ribbon-cutting ceremony for new high school
Community activities: Food delivery projects, Make a Difference Day, Pittsburgh Project, neighborhood landscaping Goals: “Eventually, I would like to enroll in advanced placement courses that can be put toward college credits. After high school, I plan to attend college. I am not sure what I would major in, but my interests include law, journalism, writing, and science."
School, grade: Vincentian Academy Duquesne University, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Paul and Virginia Hauser
Academic achievements: High Honor Roll
School activities: Cross country, basketball, school intramurals
Community activities: Annual parish festival, Vincentian Summer Program counselor, altar server, piano recitals, student ambassador to elementary schools, Walk for the WhisperGoals: “I enjoy history and English classes, possibly leading me to a law career. I am also considering engineering for a major in college. I hope that I will gain acceptance into one of the United States’ service academies."
School, grade: Vincentian Academy Duquesne University, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Virginia and Paul Hauser
Academic achievements: High Honor Roll, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, Student of the Month
School activities: Slippery Rock University Foreign Language Competition
Community activities: Gymnastics, church altar server, Parish Festival, piano recitals, Walk for the Whisper Goals: “I have always liked math and science. I have not yet decided, but I am considering a major in science, possibly in forensics. I enjoy speaking Spanish, and would like to pursue that further in the future. I would like to pursue a career with the F.B.I."
School, grade: Mt. Alvernia High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: William Haushalter and Barbara Bittner
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, High Honor Roll, awards in Pre-Calc/Trigonometry, Algebra II, geometry, Religion, and Art, U.S. Achievement Academy nominee, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, National Young Leaders Conference nominee
School activities: Volleyball, track and field, SADD, Service Club, Rosary Club, peer tutor, Student Government, prom committee, Skills for Living Club
Community activities: Outstanding Service Award, nursing home aid and hospital volunteer, United Way, WQED hostess, computer coach, assistant basketball coach, school scholarship fundraiser, Adopt-a-Veteran Goals: “Upon completion of the requirements for a B.S. in biology at John Carroll University, I will further my education at an accredited medical school. My career goal is to be an emergency room physician."
School, grade: North Hills High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Elizabeth and Joseph Havrilla
Academic achievements: English academic award, math academic award, Honor Roll
School activities: Baseball, soccer, pottery club, ski club, Spanish Club
Community activities: visits homes for the elderly, neighborhood clean-up, hospital groundwork Goals: “In August I will move south to Virginia Tech. At VT, I am planning to major in mechanical engineering. This is a good fit form me because I like to be creative and study math. After college, I don’t know how I will put my college degree to use."
School, grade: Shady Side Academy, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Janet and Raymond Heberle
Academic achievements: National Merit Finalist, Instructor’s Prize in American History, Thornton Oakley Memorial Art Award, Westinghouse Science Honors Institute, Highest Honors, Who’s Who Among American High School Students
School activities: Peer tutor, History Department Writing Associate, Shady Side news, yearbook, tennis, World Affairs and Investing Club, French exchange program, squash team, cricket, Science Outreach Club, French Club, Community Service Council
Community activities: Harmarville Rehabilitation Hospital, Pittsburgh Blind Association Goals: "My idea of the ideal academic experience is studying at a challenging university with a unique, diversified, and energetic student body and a renowned faculty. My interests have been equally divided between business and medicine. In college, I plan to major in economics as well as take the required pre-medical programs."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Sherry Esser, Larry Heckathorn
Academic achievements: Honor Roll
School activities: Lacrosse
Community activities: Certificate of Special Recognition from Melissa Hart, Citation Award from the House of Representatives, Citation Award from the Senator Jane Orie, Certificate of Commendations Pine Police Goals: "I plan to attend a four-year college where I will major in law, and I plan to go to law school."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Robert and Bobbi Heinl
Academic achievements: Honor Roll
School activities: Cheerleading, softball, orchestra
Community activities: Church volunteer work, dance Goals: “My ultimate goal is to become a certified public accountant, (CPA)."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Melanie and Ralph Helbling
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, Presidential Education Award Program, Highest Honor Roll
School activities: Yearbook, All-Star chorus, mini musical, intramural basketball
Community activities: Cans for Cancer, Meals on Wheels, Performing Arts Alliance of Shaler Area Goals: “I intend to complete high school and attend college to study either secondary education or law. If I become a lawyer, I would like to specialize in representing children."
School, grade: Carson Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Scott and Mary Hennessee
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, scored 1110 on SATs in seventh grade
School activities: National Academic League, cross country, Classical League
Community activities: Boy Scouts, North Allegheny Soccer Program, FIRST (For Inspiration and recognition of Science and Technology) Lego League Goals: “After high school I would like to go to a college that is strong in engineering or technology. After school I want to be an engineer or involved with computers some way."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Keith and Kimberly Henry
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Outstanding Student of America, National Merit Commended Scholar, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, National Latin Exam Maxima Cum Laude, Apprenticeship for Reproductive Genetics, High Honor Roll, Pennsylvania Governor’s School for Health Care, National Honor Society
School activities: Toastmasters International Youth Leadership President, Future Business Leaders of America, newspaper, tutor, soccer, track and field, Keystone Advanced Program, TEAMS competition for physics and engineering
Community activities: Boy Scouts, UPMC Passavant Hospital, Special Olympics, Aviation Explorer Post, Young Writers’ Institute, Adopt-a-Highway, youth group Goals: “I plan to major in biology and complete premedical requirements in college, while doing research in molecular biology and genetics. After medical school, I hope to specialize in wither trauma surgery or heart surgery because they would impart satisfaction and excitement while providing countless opportunities for me to use my skills to save lives."
School, grade: Avonworth High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Peter and Susan Herchenroether
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, High Honor Roll, Gifted and Talented program, Student of the Year, KDKA Hometown High-Q, University of Rochester Humanities and Social Sciences Award, PA Scholastic Press awards
School activities: Newspaper editor, spring musical, fall pay, chorus, Latin Club
Community activities: Carnegie Science Center, Board of Deacons- Community Presbyterian Church Ben Avon, church bell choir, community theatre, youth group, swim team Goals: “While I am still undecided as to my future career, I know that I would like to pursue creativity and explore my interests. At whatever college I choose, I will undertake in a liberal-arts education and narrow my field of interests to a suitable and enjoyable career."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Bill and Kathleen Hess
Academic achievements: Highest Honor Roll, published several poems
School activities: Writer’s World, Read Across America
Community activities: Jazz and ballet, Make a Difference Day, Adoption Day at the court, Animal Friends, Paws in the Park, babysitting, set up housing for refugees, Veteran’s Hospital Goals: “I have had seven years of education in England, and have traveled through Europe learning other peoples’ customs. One day I hope to be a pediatric nurse, I have a strong interest in science and medicine."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Ann and David Hilty
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, Most Outstanding Band Student, Scholastic Art Awards nominee
School activities: student council, cross country, peer mediation, band
Community activities: Church youth group, Hosanna Industries, Allegheny North Swim Club, Brook Park Swim Club, Meals on Wheels, community oriented service landscaping Goals: “"I plan to take all honors classes in high school. My career goals are to become a physical therapist or radiologist."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: David and Rachel Hoey
Academic achievements: Highest Honor Roll, gifted program, Scholar athlete, first place in spelling bee, published several poems
School activities: Football, band, Electronic Ensemble, track and field, student tutor, technology club
Community activities: Church Sunday School drummer, puppet team, church cafeteria helper, Aspinwall Veteran Hospital, raised money for animal shelter Goals: “I plan to get into a good college. I would like to have a career dealing with people, like a teacher or business executive."
School, grade: Fox Chapel High School, 10
Age: 15
Parents: Douglas and Amy Horn
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, National Honor Society
School activities: Track and field, Jam Band-arama Club, football
Community activities: Boy Scouts, American Repertory Alliance of Western PA, St. Joseph Church, Catholic Youth Ministry, bible camp counselor, softball team, Core Team Goals: “I would like to become a medical doctor. Rather than majoring in pre-medicine, I would like to major in aeronautical engineering. Overall, my greatest achievement would be to work with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, someday practicing medicine in outer space."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Jack and Donna Hubert
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, Science Essay Award, American Mathematics Competition Award, spelling bee contestant
School activities: Junior Classical league, National Academics League, orchestra
Community activities: YMCA swim team, Perry Park Bowling League, St. John’s Lutheran Youth Group, made blankets for the homeless, Pleasant Valley Shelter Goals: “I would like to be an architect. I have always been fascinated by layouts and buildings. Since I was very young, I have liked to design structures and cities. Maps are also interesting to design."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 9
Age: 14
Parents: Mark and Lana Huffman
Academic achievements: High Honor Roll, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and House of Representatives Certificate of Achievement
School activities: Student council, class secretary, swimming, track and field, chorus, volleyball
Community activities: Seneca Valley Swim Club, St. Ferdinand’s Church, United States Swimming, SUSC Swimming Instructor, “People to People Sports Ambassador Program" in Sydney, Australia Goals: “I enjoy attending school and set high goals for myself. Swimming is a very demanding sport so I need to be very disciplined when it comes to my school work. I plan on attending college when I graduate. I would like to be a middle school teacher and a swim coach."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Donna Bauman
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, school spelling bee champion, National Academic League Member, poetry published nationally
School activities: School newspaper, morning announcer, National Academic League
Community activities: Act One Theatre School Goals: “My dream is to attend Yale or Northwestern, to study drama and/or writing. Being an actor is my dream career, but realistically, I may become a teacher, probably of drama or writing. I love to argue and debate, so being a lawyer is also appealing. I’ve been told I would make an excellent politician, but I fear I may be too liberal for the mainstream. I’ll just be happy to work with people and perform."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 9
Age: 15
Parents: William and Patricia James
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, advanced classes
School activities: Student council, class vice-president, volleyball, cross country, chorus
Community activities: Marilyn E. Kane Modeling School, youth group, church nursery, life guarding courses Goals: “I plan on attending a four-year college to attain a degree in law/business. I also hope to go to college in New York where I will pursue modeling or acting."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Michael and Audrey Janosco
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, American Legion Award Nominee
School activities: Student council, Welcoming Committee, orchestra, chorus, musical, P.A. announcer
Community activities: St. John Neumann Parish, church choir, World Youth Day, violin at Musik Innovations, McKnight Elementary book drive Goals: “I plan on attending a university with a major in music education. I am going to strive to be a strong leader in my job, in my community, and in my church."
School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Grace and Len Jesteadt
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll, Student of the Month, Who’s Who Among American High School students, Outstanding Young Citizen Award nominee 1998, 2000, Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh Student Award, Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Sciences Awards
School activities: Junior Achievement, Future Educators of America, Key Club, yearbook staff, peer mediation, Mock Trial team, Professional Development Club, dance/prom committee, Sign Language Club, ski club, track and field
Community activities: Homecoming Planning Committee, Shaler Blood Drive, Millvale Community Events, Lunch with Santa, World Vision Clothing Drive, Toy Drive, Surgi-Corps, Goals: "I plan to continue my education at Florida Atlantic University Honors College and then graduate school. I am striving for a career in which I can exhibit my leadership skills and share my talents with others. I especially desire a career in English/Foreign Communications, writing, or government."
School, grade: Deer Lakes High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Janice and Jeff Johnson
Academic achievements: Honor Roll
School activities: Cheerleading, Key Club, student council, Forensics, Youth Leadership Forum
Community activities: Safety Day, Library Story Time, special education children at CCD, West Deer Township camping trip, Girl Scouts Goals: “I plan to major in psychology. After I get my degree, I would like to open my own practice. For some reason, if this should fail me, I would love to become a guidance counselor."
School, grade: Pine Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Mike and Tracy Jones
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, Student of the Month, Math Olympics, selected to represent 8th grade in adoption proceedings in the courthouse, published poem
School activities: Band, soccer, student council, golf, track, GATE
Community activities: CCD courses, “Make a Difference Day" Goals: “I plan to be a marine biologist. I hope to study in college in California. I might also go for a PhD at an Ivy League school in veterinary medicine."
School, grade: Avonworth High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Linda and Don Kalka
Academic achievements: High Honor Roll, 2001 outstanding Young Citizen Nominee, KDKA Extra Effort Award
School activities: Volleyball, basketball, marching band, indoor drumline, indoor guard, stage crew, peer tutor
Community activities: Mercy Hospital, Civil Air Patrol Goals: “I plan to major in secondary education, specializing in mathematics. Upon graduating from college, I will become a high-school math teacher."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: George and Betsy Kane
Academic achievements: Highest Honors, Scholastic Art Show Golden Key, published author, perfect attendance
School activities: Student council vice president, band, softball, soccer, basketball statistician
Community activities: “Make-a-Difference Day", Read Across America Goals: “I plan on attending a prestigious college or university and work in service to others. I would enjoy the medical field or a teaching career."
School, grade: Deer Lakes High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Dan and Annabelle Kaplan
Academic achievements: High Honor Roll, Spanish National Honor Society, Allegheny County Champion, State Finalist Pennsylvania Citizen Bee, Dean’s List, Pennsylvania Governor’s School for Information Technology
School activities: Football, yearbook, track and field, AIU Apprenticeships, Bayer Cultural Communications Alliance, Westinghouse Science Honors Institute, Hometown High-Q on KDKA, Gifted Program
Community activities: presents for Patients, road/ school ground clean-up, Senior Citizens Luncheon Goals: "I am desiring to go into a four-year college to major in electrical engineering or business."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: John and Akiko Karapandi
Academic achievements: High Honor Roll, United States National Art Award, Scholastic Art Award from LaRoche College, Excellence in German Language Award, We the People State Champion team member
School activities: Stage crew, performance crew, lacrosse, marching band, art club, film club, United Students
Community activities: Red Barn Theatre set painting, Summer Reading Program at Hampton Community Library, Young Writer’s Institute intern, community blood drivesGoals: “My academic goal for my future is to study either experimental or child psychology and become extremely knowledgeable in my area of study. My personal goals include graduating college fluent in at least one foreign language and to be able to play at least one musical instrument well."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 11
Age: 16
Parents: Stan and Connie Karrs
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Armstrong Cable Academic Challenge, Jeopardy! Teen Tournament, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, All-American Scholar, Academic Triathlon, Highest Honor Roll, published writing, NCTE Promising Young Writer Award
School activities: Class secretary, tennis, dancing tuba line, choir, Forensics Team, Mock Trial, student council, musical, American Legion Oratory Contest, band, Christian Foundations
Community activities: Key Communications, Together for Retarded Youth, Special Olympics, Operation Save-a-Life, altar server, church youth vocal ensemble, 1999 Outstanding Young Citizen Gold Medalist Goals: “I plan to attend a four-year college with an undecided major, but hope that whatever I do will make the world a better place."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Dan and Lorraine Kelly
Academic achievements: Presidential Leadership Award, High Honor Roll, Bayer Corporation Foreign Language Alliance Honor
School activities: Art club president, student council secretary, French Club, stage crew artist, basketball, track and field, dance class
Community activities: Carnegie Mellon University drawing and painting classes, Associated Artists of Pittsburgh Apprenticeship, V.A. Hospital, Junior Diabetes Association, Women’s Crisis Center North, decorative window painting Goals: “I have been accepted to Kent State University and I plan to major in visual communication and design. I can foresee myself working as a graphic design artist in my future."
School, grade: Deer Lakes Senior High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Nancy and John King
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Rachel Carson Award for excellence in English and Science presented by Chatham College
School activities: Ice hockey, chamber singers, Choir Leadership Committee, peer mediator, newspaper copy editor
Community activities: Healthsouth Harmarville Rehabilitation Center, Bladerunners Ice Complex instructor, GNC Run for Cystic Fibrosis Goals: “My educational goals include earning my undergraduate degree in communications and international studies. I plan to pursue a career as an international correspondent for a newspaper of a television news network."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Doug and Marty Knable
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, Gifted Program, third place AIU Creative Convention
School activities: Band, field hockey, Operation Save-a-Life, English Festival
Community activities: Allegheny North Swim Club, youth group, church choir, Bethany House on the North Side, soup kitchen, church bell choir, drama group Goals: “In the future I would like to keep my career choices open, but I would like to become a high school geography teacher. I want to go into the field of geography or travel. I hope to go to Europe and study abroad for one year."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Paul and Patricia Knell
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, GOAL
School activities: Office aide, morning P.A. announcer, peer mediation, North Allegheny’s “Music in Our Schools", student council vice president
Community activities: Richard E. Raugh’s Conservatory performances, North Star Kids, Sarah Heinz House Outreach Program Goals: “I want to audition for the Governor’s School, specializing in acting or writing. I would like to attend college for drama or math as well. Eventually, I would love to become a screen-writer."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Pam and Ben Knox
Academic achievements: High Honor Roll, Bayer International Program, National Merit Scholarship Corporation Programs selection, JETS Teams Competition
School activities: French Club, lacrosse, school musicals, captain of color guard
Community activities: Young life, Hampton Presbyterian Church Youth Group, HPC LOGOS Program, HPC Vacation Bible Scholl teacher, North Hills Community Outreach Citrus Sale, Pleasant Valley Men’s Shelter, Fairgrave School of Dance, Hosanna Industries Goals: “After graduating I hope to attend a college with a five-year master program in engineering or mathematics."
School, grade: Avonworth High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Joseph and Barbara Koehler
Academic achievements: High Honor Roll, National Honor Society, Duquesne Parish Merit Scholarship
School activities: Newspaper, literary magazine, student council, Friend to Friend, DARE
Community activities: Girl Scouts Goals: “I am attending Duquesne University to m major in business administration where I will work towards my masters degree. Upon graduating from Duquesne I wish to get a job in either the Pittsburgh or Chicago area."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Eric and Kathryn Kofmehl
Academic achievements: High Honor Roll, Scholar Athlete
School activities: Volleyball, Strolling Strings, student council, girls’ volleyball manager
Community activities: North Hills Semi-Annual Blood-drive, youth group, church usher and acolyte, plays viola in nursing homes, churches, and community events Goals: "I plan to attend a good college or university and pursue a career where I can help others. I hope to be able to balance my academics, athletics, and involvement in my family, church, and community."
School, grade: Pine Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Church and Debbie Kolling Academic achievements: Honor Roll, Highest Honors
School activities: Student council, Principle’s Advisory Committee, yearbook, tennis, soccer Community activities: Oxford Athletic Club’s varsity travel tennis team, CCD classes at St. Richard’s Catholic Church, Race for the Cure, Magee Women’s Hospital, figure skating Goals: “I am intent on pursuing a career in journalism/broadcasting at an Ivy League school. Because I enjoy traveling, particularly to other countries, I feel that this career path would allow me the opportunity to experience other cultures and events and the ability to share this knowledge with the public."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Kathy and Rich Kramer
Academic achievements: Accepted into math and arts program at Bayard Theme School in Wilmington, Delaware, Honor Roll, People to People Student Ambassador Program
School activities: Orchestra, baseball, basketball, intramural sports, math and science Olympiad
Community activities: Youth group, vacation bible school, tutor, church nursery, Dinner Theatre at Hiland, Boy Scouts
Goals: “I strive to make the Honor Roll each marking period while continuing to participate in organized sports programs. I plan on attending college in Arizona pursuing a sports-based career."
School, grade: North Allegheny High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Tony and Georgia Krastek
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, Presidential Academic Fitness Award, Scholar Athlete, perfect attendance
School activities: Softball, marching band, bowling team, Future Business Leaders of America, wall climbing, Duquesne English Festival
Community activities: Pittsburgh international Children’s Festival, parades with marching band, softball clinics, North Hills Community Outreach Goals: "My future plans involve going to college and getting a rewarding education. Although I am not positive what my career will be, I know that I want to go into business."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Charles and Diana Kratz
Academic achievements: Highest Honor Roll, John Hopkins University IAAY state award, IHS Scholar’s Award for Excellence, House of Representative’s Certificate of Achievement
School activities: Student council president, cheerleading, lacrosse, ski club, SADD, HIS play, chorus
Community activities: Youth group, Race for the Cure, Coaches vs. Cancer, Cranberry Township softball, Sunday School teacher, church youth choir
Goals: “I plan to attend a top 50 school recognized by the Princeton Review, participate in Student Government, and obtain a bachelor’s degree which would directly relate to my undeclared career path."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Thomas and Regina Kremmel
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, perfect attendance, Scholar Athlete, Scholastic Art Show Gold and Silver Key awards, Pam Hernon and Amy Pinkerton Award, John Hopkin’s SAT Talent Search
School activities: Field hockey, lacrosse, band, talent show, GOAL
Community activities: IFPAA softball, piano and flute lessons, dance classes, Saints John and Paul CCD and Gap Program, bible school nursery, canned food drives, Christmas Sharing Tree, IMS Make-a-Wish Fair, IMS Benefit Run Goals: “In the future I plan to go to a good college that will help me develop a successful career. I would also like to have a family one day. My goal is to be successful and happy throughout my life."
School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Kathy and Wayne Krenn
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll, Underclassman Academic Award, Presidential Education Award
School activities: Hockey, ski club
Community activities: North Hills Amateur Hockey Association, Western Pennsylvania Humane Society, “Christmas in April", Seniors for Seniors Dinner, band “Pulse" raises money for Animal Friends, North Hills Community Outreach, Food for the Hungry, St. Mary’s CYD, St. Sebastian Parrish, “9-11" funds, Red Cross, Salvation Army Goals: "I am accepted at Penn State University Park Campus for Communications where I will pursue post-audio production or secondary English education. I will continue to write, play, and record music. I am a certified Tier-II hockey coach and plan to continue coaching children during my college years."
School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 10
Age: 15
Parents: Kathy and Wayne Krenn
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll, Presidential Educational Award, Top Ten Percent of Class Award, published author, Designer Awards
School activities: Japanese Club, ski club, school plays and musicals, poetry club, yearbook, Shaler Area Young Life, library aide
Community activities: “Christmas in April", Western Pennsylvania Humane Society, Teen Zoo Goals: “I will attend college to become a teacher in art and history."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Chuck and Kim Kuhn
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, winner of “What America Means to Me" contest
School activities: Band
Community activities: Babysitter, Youth Group, 30 Hour Famine, Men’s Shelter, Pitt Aquatic Club diver Goals: “I enjoy math and science and wish to pursue a career in Robotics. In my spare time, I am teaching myself C++ and I wish to l earn all about computer technology."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Ron and Shelley Kukuruda
Academic achievements: Highest Honor Roll, National Honor Society, Academic Excellence Award, Scholar Athlete, Citizenship Award, National Student Leadership Award
School activities: Student council president, German Club, SADD. Key Club, Leaders Club, S.T.O.P. the Violence, school mascot, tennis, lacrosse, intramural basketball, basketball statistician
Community activities: Passavant Hospital, Habitat for Humanity, Saint Barnabus Retirement Home, Operation Save-a-Life, Make a Difference Day, Walk for Diabetes, Animal Shelter, peer tutor, church commentator Goals: “I am striving for admittance to the U.S. Naval Academy. I plan to serve our nation and become a helicopter pilot. I just applied to attend the summer program to help me prepare for a military career. While studying there, I plan to minor in foreign languages to learn to understand and communicate with other countries."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 9
Age: 14
Parents: Rege and Pam Laffey
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, Outstanding Leader Award, Extra Effort Award, National Junior Honor Society nominee, High Scholastic Achievement Award, National Latin Exam Gold Certificate, Scholastic Art Show Silver Key
School activities: Student council dance committee, Duquesne English Festival, stage crew, National Latin Exam
Community activities: ABC Blankets for hospital babies, neighborhood swim team, gathered cans for food banks, planted flowers, summer art classes, piano lessons Goals: “My goal is to get a career I am very interested in such as architecture, engineering, design, or any creative imaginative fields of work."
School, grade: Shady Side Academy, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Patrick and Valerie Lally
Academic achievements: Highest Honors, National French and Latin Test Qualifier, awards in Latin, French, biology, math, English, and history
School activities: Foreign Language Literary Magazine, photography, Christian Fellowship, tennis, cross country, field hockey
Community activities: Wills Eye Hospital oncology, “Girls Club", church lector, owns own photography business Goals: “I will attend a university, focusing on the Romance languages and medicine. I am not sure which career path I will choose, if I must choose at all. For pleasure, I hope to continue to enlarge my photography business."
School, grade: Northgate High School, 11
Age: 16
Parents: Doug and Audrey Lane
Academic achievements: Highest Honor Roll
School activities: Football, jazz band, concert band
Community activities: Church middle school leader, missions trip to Mexico, nursing homes, performed drams, published poetry Goals: “I think that I am going to go to college to become a youth minister. If I was a youth pastor, I would be able to touch the lives of many people and reach out to people just like me."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: John and Rachele Langell
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll
School activities: Indoor soccer, track and field, ski club, soccer
Community activities: Pittsburgh Strikers soccer, baby-sits children, Meals on Wheels Goals: “I plan on finishing high school, going to college, then going to medical school. I will continue to achieve high grades, as well as help out my community."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Robin and Jim Langenhahn
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, “American Character and Citizenship Award" , National Physical Education Award, Scholastics Art Exhibit, Certificate of Appreciation from the Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh, “outstanding 7th Grade Artist", Extra-Effort Award
School activities: Chorus, weather team, Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America, North Allegheny 100 Mile Club, peer tutor
Community activities: Girl Scouts, American Heart Association benefit run, Blueberry Park Senior Home, Easter Egg Hunt for neighborhood children, equestrian competition Goals: “I would like to become fluent in German, excel in the field of art and continue volunteer work. In college, I see myself working toward a degree in veterinary medicine or engineering."
School, grade: Mount Alvernia High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Daniel and Leslie Leach
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll, Heinz Field Mural Team, “Great American Smokeout" contest winner, perfect attendance, Hugh O’Brein Award, awards in English, journalism, service, art, religion, and Spanish
School activities: Youth for Peace Facilitator, choir, SADD, Campus Ministry, yearbook, newspaper
Community activities: Your guide at school’s open houses, Sisters of St. Francis Spaghetti Dinners, Youth Day of Caring, altar server, church lector Goals: “I am attending St. Francis’ University or Duquesne University as a Secondary English Education major with a minor in journalism. I intend on attaining a job as an English teacher."
School, grade: Carson Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Debby and Jim LeDonne
Academic achievements: Honor Roll
School activities: Student council, peer mediation, STOP the Violence, FCCLA, cross country, PA announcer, Talent Show emcee
Community activities: St. Ursula altar server, Pittsburgh Irish Reelers, equestrian competition Goals: “Although I am not sure of my career choice, I want to pursue a college education. Because of my love of horses, the field of the equestrian business interests me."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Mike Li, Alice Xu
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, National Math Talent Search Winner, Study of Exceptional Talent, CalcuSolve Competition
School activities: National Academic League
Community activities: Future Career and Community Leader of America (FCCLA), piano, violin, Tae-kwan-do
Goals: “In the future, I hope to attend Stanford University for college and medical school. After medical school, I would like to pursue my dream of becoming a doctor, and work at a children’s hospital as a pediatrician."
School, grade: Northgate School District, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Keith and Ruth Lorey
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Cum Laude Society, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, National History Award
School activities: Marching band, school musical, concert choir, jazz band
Community activities: Youth group band, 30-Hour Famine, CROP Walk Goals: “In the future I plan to attend a college for music and major in music education. I want to teach music at a secondary level, and hopefully continue school to my doctorate and become a college professor."
School, grade: North Hills High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Carolyn and Thomas Lowe
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, Who’s Who Among American High School Students
School activities: Choir, SADD, Hands for Service, student director of school musical, cast of musical, cross country, track and field
Community activities: 220 Youth Group, SNL, Allison Park Assembly of God preschool teacher, Special Olympics, Miryam’s Women’s Shelter, CHANGES, Ronald McDonald House, Make-a-Wish
Goals: “I hope to go into the modeling industry or start in college in the spring semester of 2003. Although undecided about a major and long-term future career goals, I hope to continue in the children’s ministry of the Assemblies of God church."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Mike and Karen Lundblad
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, second place in school math-24 Challenge Competition
School activities: Orchestra, newspaper, lacrosse
Community activities: Piano, retirement communities Goals: “My goal is to attend Grove City College in pre-law, followed by attaining a law degree at either Harvard or Georgetown University."
School, grade: Pine Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Tony and Melissa Lupetin
Academic achievements: Highest Honors, school geography bee
School activities: Principle’s Advisory Committee, choir, Talent Show, soccer, track
Community activities: “Heart" babysitter at Benedictine, Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force, Senior Connection, the Giving Tree, North Stars “Cup" soccer, competitive diving team, piano, gymnastics Goals: “I would like to go to college and pursue a double major in journalism and environmental science. I plan to work hard enough to win an academic scholarship and/or an athletic scholarship for soccer or diving so that I may continue my athletic career beyond high school."
School, grade: Seneca Valley High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: A. James and Barbara MacDonald
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll, Scholastic Achievement Awards, University of Rochester Humanities and Social Sciences Award
School activities: Ecology club, colorguard
Community activities: March of Dimes, Butler County Humane Society Walk, missions trip to Toronto Goals: "I have always loved science. I was interested in it as a little girl, and I have excelled in it throughout high school. When I go to college, I plan on being a biology major, just like my dad was. I have thought about going into genetic counseling, which has always fascinated me."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Larry and Betty Macken
Academic achievements: School spelling bee finalist, Honor Roll
School activities: Track, Junior Classical League, band, FCCLA
Community activities: Girl Scouts, church-related volunteer work, summer swim team, church choir Goals: “I plan on a career involving writing or drawing."
School, grade: Seneca Valley High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Rizwan and Shahnaz Nahmood
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, President’s Award, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Certificate of Achievement
School activities: Choir, props and running crew for school musical
Community activities: St. Francis Hospital Goals: “As I have always enjoyed helping people, I plan on becoming a physical therapist. However, I will also continue my music education and participate in local musicals or give voice lessons."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate, 9
Age: 14
Parents: Rudolph and Kristen Massa
Academic achievements: Pennsylvania Arts Achievements Day
School activities: Student council, choir
Community activities: Girl Scouts, Marion Homeless Shelter Goals: “My educational goals are to obtain a B.S. degree in Elementary Education. I would like to teach second grade while I continue to go to college to get my master’s degree."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Melinda and David Massucci
Academic achievements: Highest Honor Roll, National Honor Society, Academic Excellence Award, Rich-Mar Rotary Student of the Month
School activities: Cheerleading, SADD, AFS, student council, Forensics, theatre, choir, spirit planning committee, Superintendent’s Key Communicators, yearbook, dancer in musical, orientation committee, Pittsburgh Public Theatre Shakespeare Competition
Community activities: UPMC Passavant, St. Barnabas Presents for Patients, St. Sebastian’s Bible School, altar server, Friends of Pine Community, PA Safe School’s Convention, Senator Orie’s STOP task force, tutor
Goals: “I plan to attend either Penn State or Villanova University and enrolling in a liberal arts program. This will provide me with the opportunity to explore many new and different areas of study."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Mike and Sandy Massucci
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll, President’s Award for Educational Excellence, Student of the Month, Quest for Leadership Award
School activities: Student council, school musical, Talent Show, track, tutor, Foreign Language Club
Community activities: Sandi’s Dance Showcase, St. Mary’s CYM, West Penn Hospital, Christmas cards to VA Hospital Goals: “I would like to continue my education and go on to be a lawyer. It would also be wonderful if I could use my love of dance to teach young children to appreciate the arts."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Edward and Darcy Mazur
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Highest Honor Roll, United States Achievement Academy, President’s Education Award
School activities: SADD, majorettes, band, ski club, Volunteer Club, all-school musical, school play, BABES
Community activities: Habitat for Humanity, soup kitchen, Tae-Kwan-Do, scuba diving Goals: "I look at college as a way to gain more knowledge and learn about the world rather than a path leading to a high-paying job. I want to get the most out of an education by putting as much as I can into it. I am not sure what career I will choose, but I do know that by experiencing as many different options as I can, I will find out what is meant for me."
School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Sabra and Mark McConnell
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, National Junior Honor Society, Scholar Athlete Award
School activities: Orchestra, Key Club, GOLD program, Duquesne English Festival, school musical pit orchestra, class council, French Club, North Allegheny Christian Association, golf
Community activities: Orchard Hill Church Sunday School, bible camp, Verland Equestrian Therapy, Bradford Hills Pet Hotel, Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium
Goals: "After high school, I would like to pursue a degree in biology to work with animals. Then, possibly continue to graduate school. I would like to become a zoo keeper or a vet."
School, grade: North Catholic High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: William and Theresa McDonald
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Honor Roll, Who's Who Among American High School Students, American Legion Award
School activities: Yearbook, crew team
Community activities: Most Holy Name Parish altar server, festival volunteer, Community Athletic Association hockey coach, Boy Scouts, Eagle Scout rank, published poetry
Goals: "I have received a letter of acceptance to Penn State University's Main Campus. I am planning to major in elementary education."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Alice and Gerard McLaughlin
Academic achievements: High Honor Roll
School activities: Future Business Leaders of America, newspaper, SADD, student council, forensics, PA announcer, prom committee, Keystone Program, cross- country, track
Community activities: Brother's Brother Foundation, The Village at Hampton Fields, Hampton Community Library, Central Blood Bank, church lector, Catholic Youth Ministry at St. Mary of the Assumption Parish
Goals: "I plan to continue being active in student government and volunteer work wherever I attend college. I plan to attend law school, so I can continue to have a positive impact on my community."
School, grade: Deer Lakes Senior High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Carol and Larry McManus
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, Presidential Award, Algebra II Enrichment
School activities: Science Club, Key Club
Community activities: Parks and Recreation, Alliance for Infants, St. Victor youth group, Life Skills, Empty Bowls Project
Goals: "After graduation, I hope to attend a four-year college for a bachelor's degree in engineering."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Nick and Tina Medica
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, semi-finalist for Kraft Foods scholarship
School activities: Student council, class president, yearbook, Natural Helpers, soccer, basketball, Middle States Accreditation Committee
Community activities: Church youth group, Special Olympics Soccer Tournament, winter basketball clinic, Northern Steel soccer, senior citizen bingo games, collected gifts and items for needy families, trip to Appalachia to repair homes
Goals: "I plan to attend Ohio State University or Kent State University and major in communications. I hope to work in the television industry. I see myself working in New York or California on a successful television series or head of programming at a major network."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Bill and Monica Mercer
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, Academic Excellence Award
School activities: Christian Foundations, golf, lacrosse, student council
Community activities: Volunteers with two local churches, charity golf tournament, employed at McDonalds
Goals: "My goal is to attend a four-year college majoring in business with a minor in religious studies. Upon graduation, I plan on pursuing a career in financial planning."
School, grade: Eden Christian Academy, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Vince and Jane Mercuri
Academic achievements: Regional participant in National Engineers Future City Competition, distinguished honor roll, Random Acts of Kindness Award
School activities: Student council, volleyball
Community activities: Kosovo Refugee Relief Effort, presents for needy families, politically active at the grass-roots level, worked on many elections from state to local levels
Goals: "I plan to attend an Ivy League college to study law and political science. I also have an interest in the art of writing and, in particular, speech writing."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Ron and Becky Miller
Academic achievements: Highest honor roll, published author, Chemistry Olympics at Pitt, Citizenship Award
School activities: Student council, soccer, forensics, leadership field trip
Community activities: Pine-Richland Youth Center, Arsenal Cup soccer team
Goals: "After completing my academic studies at a competitive university, I will enter into the business world. When I return home from a hard day, I will sit comfortably in my den and stack, not my gold coins, but my feelings of joy with the world."
School, grade: Fox Chapel Area High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Celine and Bob Mitchell
Academic achievements: National Honor Society
School activities: Crew Club, soccer, band
Community activities: St. Joseph Core Team, Resource Team, youth coordinator for peer leadership retreats, vacation bible camp counselor, Camp Helping Hand, LEAD retreat counselor
Goals: "After high school, I would like to go to college and study psychology and receive a degree in that area. I am interested in becoming a psychologist as well after I graduate college."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Scott and Kimpa Moffatt
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, Who's Who Among American High School Students, Citizenship Award
School activities: SADD, Christian Foundations, student council, theater, choir, softball
Community activities: Middle school youth leader, "Odigo" youth leadership team, Worship Team, Northway Christian Community youth group, Mexico missions trip, lifeguarding, Youth Specialties Conference
Goals: "I hope to attend Grove City College, majoring in psychology/Christian Theology with a minor in Student Ministries. My main goal is to be a servant for Christ, reaching out to a generation in desperate need of hope. Matthew 28:19-20"
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Doug and Beth Montgomery
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Pine-Richland Academic Excellence Award, first place at Creative Convention, Pittsburgh Public Theatre apprenticeship, presenter at Gene Kelly Awards
School activities: Musicals, student director, forensics, Christian Foundations, editor of The Rampage, Leadership Club, summer musical
Community activities: Prime Stage Teen Advisory Board, North Park Church student leader, "Conspiracy of Grace" singer, Youth Guidance industrial Film, World Vision, the Lighthouse, Shepherdic Heart, New Hope Church
Goals: "I am going to Grove City College for a Communications degree, specializing in Public Relations. I would like to work for organizations that help children, like the Make-a-Wish Foundation, and the Special Olympics. ..."
School, grade: North Hills High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Rich and Kathy Mort
Academic achievements: High Honor Roll
School activities: Dance team, Health Careers Club secretary, student council
Community activities: John J. Kane Care Facility, certified Red Cross
Goals: "I have had such a rewarding experience volunteering at Kane for the past seven years that I am convinced I want to continue helping disadvantaged people for the rest of my life. My desire to become an occupational therapist has resulted from observing patients' struggles to complete even the simplest task."
School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11
Age: 16
Parents: Paul and Nancy Moudry
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, National Junior Honor Society, National German Honor Society, Who's Who Among American High School Students
School activities: Tutoring, Current Events League, GOAL Program, crew team
Community activities: Ingomar United Methodist Church, youth group, bible study, dramas, 30-Hour Famine, World Vision, Ministry Planning Team, leader for middle school youth group, mission trip to West Virginia to repair homes for the needy, Philippi planning team
Goals: "It is my goal to attend a four-year college. My major at this time is undecided, however, I am considering a career as an entrepreneur."
School, grade: North Catholic High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Mari and Mark Musial
Academic achievements: Who's Who Among High School Students, Outstanding Leadership Award, Outstanding Community Service Award
School activities: Student government, North Catholic Leadership Team, SADD, student ambassador, Judicial Review Board, Spanish Club, golf team
Community activities: Health education and CPR instructor, swimming instructor for children with Down's Syndrome, Vincentian Nursing Home
Goals: "I plan to attend one of the following: Allegheny, Duquesne, John Carroll, or Washington and Jefferson. My intended major will be either business/finance or political science with a concentration in pre-law. I plan to attend law school and focus on corporate law."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Jim and Karen Napoli
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, Johns Hopkins University Talent Search score of distinction
School activities: National Academic League, soccer, Make-a-Wish Fair, Colonial Fair, band
Community activities: North Allegheny Soccer Club, Ingomar Park Athletic Association, South Hills Junior Orchestra, volunteer at church activities, Saltworks Theatre Company Young Actors Studio
Goals: "I enjoy using problem-solving skills and would like to study criminal investigation and possibly law in order to pursue a career in law enforcement."
School, grade: Avonworth High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Deborah and Frank Neely
Academic achievements: Citizenship Award, Pennsylvania Governor's School for the Agricultural Sciences, Rachel Carson Book Award, high honor roll, Rensselaer Medal in math and science, American Legion Award
School activities: Spring musical student director, fall play stage manager, student council, yearbook, literary magazine, independent indoor guard
Community activities: Teacher's aide at elementary summer school, delivers Christmas presents to needy children, Race for the Cure, tutoring, plays bingo with senior citizens
Goals: "Once I decide on a university, I will pursue a major in either engineering or biological science. Time permitting, I would also like to minor in theater productions. Eventually, I would like to have a career in the sciences, either conducting research or working for an engineering firm."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 15
Parents: Cliff and Ginny Neiger
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, scholar athlete, honor roll, high scholastic achievement, United States National Mathematics Award, Extra Effort Award, President's Education Awards Program, National German Exam Award, American Citizenship Award
School activities: GOAL, field hockey, Stop the Violence program, SADD, peer mediation, school spirit committee
Community activities: Passavant Hospital volunteer, soup kitchen volunteer, Mars Home for Youth donation drive organizer, Bible study group
Goals: "I plan to attend college and graduate school and pursue a career in psychology or engineering."
School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: George and Beth Neiman
Academic achievements: High honor roll
School activities: Ski club, baseball, football, power lifting team
Community activities: community youth football and baseball coach
Goals: "After high school I would like to attend a college or university and play either baseball or football. I plan on majoring in either business or pre-law. After college I would like to attend law school and eventually pursue a career as a sports agent."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 11
Age: 16
Parents: Thomas and Cheryl Neuendorffer
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, academic excellence award, highest honor roll
School activities: Stage crew, audio visual club, German club,
Community activities: Pittsburgh Cares, peer tutoring, nature center volunteer
Goals: "I plan to attend a four-yean college after I graduate high school. I will major in television and film. From there a hope to write at a television or film company on their production team."
School, grade: Knoch High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: "Ken and Jody Nogan
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, highest honor roll, Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science second place winner, Knoch High School Gifted Program
School activities: Basketball, Youth and Government member, German club
Community activities: Special Olympics, D.A.R.E., basketball youth referee, vhurch volunteer
Goals: "As a junior in high school, I recognize the value of my next year as I prepare for college. My goals for the near future include furthering my academic and leadership abilities on order to prepare for the real world. My career goals are somewhat cloudy; all I know is that of I strive to reach my potential at the high school and collegiate level all of my dreams and aspirations will become a reality, and the pieces will fall surely into place."
School, grade: Northgate High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Joseph and Susan Nolan
Academic achievements: Cum Laude Society, high honor roll, scholar athlete award, All American Scholar, United States Achievement Academy Award
School activities: Student council, junior and sophomore class secretary, water polo, school musicals, cross country team, swim team, homecoming parade committee
Community activities: Tidal Waves Swim Team volunteer, Assumption Church altar server and youth group diocesan representative, Cub Scouts, Summer's Best Two Weeks Camp volunteer, Carnegie Library volunteer
Goals: "After high school graduation, I plan to attend a four-year liberal arts college to study architecture. After completing my education, I hope to have a career as an architect designing houses."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 11
Age: 16
Parents: Greg and Lisa Norris
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, high honor roll, perfect attendance
School activities: Football, intermural basketball
Community activities: Peer tutor, Hosanna Industry volunteer, youth football camp
Goals: "I plan to go onto college, major in pre-law, then go to law school and pass the bar. After being a lawyer for a few years, I plan to run for judge."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 7
Age: 13
Parents: Mark and Tina Nowak
Academic achievements: Merit Scholar Award, highest honors, Invention Convention third place winner
School activities: Northern Area Honors Band, Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District Band, jazz band, ecology club, Gifted and Talented Education Program
Community activities: St. Richard's Catholic Church altar server, Guatemala mission group
Goals: "I would like to play tennis on a college team and major in history. Then, I plan to go to graduate school. Ultimately, I would like to become a college history professor and write a new history book."
School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Mark and Beth Nurnberger
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Japanese National Honor Society, high honor roll, student of the month
School activities: Chorus, S.A.D.D., ski club, yearbook, musical, Key club, guidance aide
Community activities: North Hills Community Outreach Program, church youth group, bell choir and acolyte, Shaler North Hills Library Teen Advisory Board, North Hills Youth Ministry, World Vision volunteer
Goals: "I will be continuing my education in the fall at the Mount Union College. In college, I will concentrate on my career goals, study abroad and graduate with honors. I am going to study journalism and become a magazine journalist or a layout designer."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Dave and Ginny Obermeier
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, high honor roll, National Latin Honor Society, sports writer award
School activities: Baseball, basketball, school newspaper, student council representative, Latin club
Community activities: St. Catherine's Church altar server, summer basketball and baseball coach
Goals: "After high school, I will be attending Davidson College where I hope to major in political science. In addition to school, I will be continuing my baseball career by playing at Davidson. After college, I plan to continue my education by earning a graduate degree."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Bob and Kevin Marie Okrzesik
Academic achievements: President's Honor Roll, scholar athlete award
School activities: Golf team, tennis team, science olympiad
Community activities: Pine-Richland Youth Group, Pittsburgh Hornets AAA Hockey Club
Goals: "Attend a four-year university working for an engineering and business degree while playing NCAA Division I Hockey. Hopefully, I will have a chance to compete in the National Hockey League."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Kurt and Leslie Olson
Academic achievements: Highest honor roll
School activities: Band, soccer, track, drama club, leaders club, volleyball
Community activities: Girl Scouts, animal shelter, nursing home and church volunteer
Goals: "After graduation from high school, I plan on attending a four-year university to study business, art or photography. I hope to someday become and interior designer."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Mark and Candace O'Mahony
Academic achievements: Honor roll, scholastic art award
School activities: Football, baseball, jazz band, band
Community activities: Richland Community Day volunteer, varsity football camp volunteer, Neighborhood Clean-up Day, Mountain club
Goals: "My goals for school are to maintain the honor roll, continue receiving well-rounded awards and earn a scholarship to a well-known college. It is hard at this time to decide on my future career, but I feel I want to major in business management, and own my own business."
School, grade: Northgate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Sara O'Neil
Academic achievements: Distinguished honor roll, athlete award, scholar band front member award, scholastic art award winner, National Honor Society
School activities: Softball majorettes, student counsel, gifted program
Community activities: Avalon Veterinary Hospital volunteer, Special Olympics volunteer, Save-a-Life
Goals: "I plan to continue high school with a challenging curriculum of high-level classes. After graduation I plan to attend Penn State for undergraduate and obtain my doctorate of veterinary medicine at the Bel-Aire Institute of Denver, Colorado. Upon graduation, I hope to begin my professional career by opening my own hospital."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 11
Age: 16
Parents: Becky and Carl Orler
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, highest honor roll, Westinghouse Science Honors Institute, Bausch and Laumb Science Award, Allegheny Intermediate Unit Healthcare Apprenticeship, scholar athlete award, academic achievement award, All American Scholar Award
School activities: Soccer, cross country, track, band, forensics, Quiz Bowl Team, Mock Trial Team
Community activities: Peer tutor, Passavant Hospital volunteer
Goals: "I intend to attend a four-year university, but as of yet an unsure of which. Following college I would like to pursue a degree in medicine with the eventual goal of becoming a cardio thoracic surgeon."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate School, 9
Age: 14
Parents: Greg and Elaine Palchak
Academic achievements: Honor roll, National Junior Honor Society, Student of the Month
School activities: Activity council. school pride committee, chorus, student council, school plays
Community activities: Pet therapy at Manor Care Nursing Home, Pittsburgh Musical Theater student, Good Vibrations travelling performer, Habitat for Humanity, Bradley Center volunteer
Goals: "I enjoy being with people so I hope to find a career that keeps me involved. I love the theater and I also have an interest in medicine."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Tom and LuAnn Pasquarello
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, highest honor roll, Latin Summa Cum Laude Award, Quest for Commitment Award, President's Education Award, student council certificate of achievement, student of the month
School activities: Chorus, student council district council representative, school musical
Community activities: Pennies for Patients, Race for the Cure, Project Bundle Up, lolly pop and candy cane sales for charities, church volunteer
Goals: "My current goals are to work hard, maintain an excellent grade point average and to enjoy my four years of high school. I plan on attending college, and would like to pursue a career in musical theater. I also have a desire to teach and work with people."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: John and Pat Pasquinelli
Academic achievements: Highest honor roll, Outstanding Writer Award, Writer's Award, published author, creative poetry
School activities: Peer leadership and tutoring, student council, student council representative, Northern Area Honors Band, Pine-Richland's Finest Concert
Community activities: Fundraiser for Children's Hospital, visit veteran's hospital, Presents for Patients, St. Richard's Church altar server, Richland Township Parks and Recreation volunteer
Goals: "I would like to go to a four-year college and study sports broadcasting. My career goal is to be a sportscaster on ESPN. I would like to learn as much as possible about the sports world, then share that knowledge and communicate it to the world."
School, grade: Pine-Richland high School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Cono and Tina Passione
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, highest honor roll, scholar athlete, ranked first in class, Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science
School activities: Key club secretary, student council representative, soccer
Community activities: Pine-Richland Youth Center volunteer, First Presbyterian Church of Bakerstown Sunday School teacher, middle school peer tutor
Goals: "Beginning in the fall of 2002, I plant to attend the George Institute of Technology majoring in economics and pre-dentistry. From there I plan to set up a dental practice specializing in pediatric dentistry. Through my work I hope to teach children about the importance of oral hygiene and help to keep them and their families smiling."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate School, 9
Age: 15
Parents: Donald and Mary Patterson
Academic achievements: Honor roll
School activities: Freshman class president, S.A.D.D. executive board member, conference committee, eighth grade treasurer
Community activities: Community softball, Evergreen Nursing Home volunteer, Caring Team, food drive volunteer, junior bowling league
Goals: "Whenever I graduate I plan on going to a good college in the field of fashion design/coordinator. Upon completion of college I would like to get a well-paying job in my field, that will afford me a lot of opportunities and fulfill a dream of mine to start my own clothing line."
School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Joe and Carol Pereira
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, national junior honor society, junior class representative, President's Outstanding Academic Achievement Award, honor roll
School activities: Softball, scholar athlete, Spanish club, Ways and Means Committee, girl's basketball team manager, S.A.D.D., homecoming float committee, publicity committee for junior prom
Community activities: Benedictine Women's Shelter volunteer, softball clinic instructor, special needs students tutor
Goals: "I plan to attend Ohio University to earn a bachelor's degree. I am undecided on what major I want to pursue but I would like to explore the communication field. Eventually, I can see myself in television and broadcasting."
School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 11
Age: 16
Parents: David and Roberta Piekarski
Academic achievements: Japanese National Honor Society, honor roll
School activities: Japan club, Japan Bowl, concert choir, school play, ecology club, student assessment committee member, Pittsburgh Zoo apprenticeship, guidance office aid, activities aid
Community activities: Zoo Teen volunteer, Northview Animal Hospital aid, Riding for the Handicapped of Western Pennsylvania, UPMC Neighbor Link, YMCA Indian Princess
Goals: "My educational goals are as follows; After graduating high school, I plan on attending a four-year college to major in zoology and minor in theater. I would also like to obtain my master's degree — also in zoology. My career goal is to work at a zoo as a zoo keeper. I would like to work with the big cats — especially the cheetah. I will work at any zoo — but eventually my goal is to work at the San Diego Zoo."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: James and Kyle Pinta
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, National Latin Honor Society, All-American High School Christian Student Athlete Award
School activities: Cross country, track and field, student school board representative, Latin club, student prayer group
Community activities: Mexico mission trip, church dance team, youth group student leader, Samaritans Purse Projects, World Vision Projects, serving dinner at men's shelter, city summer camp
Goals: "I plan to study pre-medicine at the University of Southern California. I would like to become a doctor so that I can help countries that do no have the resources to provide the best treatments available. I also plan to complete my years of residency serving in the Air Force."
School, grade: Aquinas Academy, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Dan and Luisa Plazek
Academic achievements: Outstanding Achievements on National Latin Exam, high honor roll, highest honor roll, middle school English award and history award
School activities: Service projects, spring musical, annual art exhibition, math tutor, buddy system participant, school newspaper contributor
Community activities: Catholic Teens member, Grandview Girl's Group member, Mt. Nazareth prayer group, vacation Bible School volunteer, Bible study
Goals: "I plan to attend high school at Aquinas Academy where I can cultivate my love of writing. Afterwards, I will definitely attend a university to pursue advanced degrees in the arts. Besides planning to become chief editor of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, my career goals include playwright, novelist and journalist."
School, grade: Shady Side Academy, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Marc and Sylvia Pomerantz
Academic achievements: Intel Talent Search semi-finalist, Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science first place regional winner, National Merit Finalist, Williams College Book Award
School activities: Editor-in-chief of school newspaper, student tutor, math department student associate, math team, chess club president, National Academic Quiz Team, Spanish club, admissions committee tour guide
Community activities: Emergency medical technician for local ambulance service, Salvation Army Treasure's for Children project, March of Dimes
Goals: "Ever since I was very young I have known that I wanted to become a doctor. When I turned 16 I enrolled in an intensive six-month training course to become and emergency medical technician. I find working as an EMT to be extremely challenging and rewarding. I have also become very interested in medical research and enjoyed participating in facial paralysis research at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis this past summer. Throughout these experiences I have been continually impressed by the wide variety of rewarding and stimulating pursuits afforded by the field of medicine. I can imagine no other work which offers such a rare combination of intellectual challenge, social importance and emotional fulfillment as that of a physician."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Jack and Grace Ann Portuesi
Academic achievements: Scholar Athlete Award, There Ought to be a Law Winner
School activities: concert, marching and jazz band, soccer, student council representative
Community activities: Pine-Richland Youth Center volunteer, Special Olympics volunteer, St. Barnabas Presents for Patients
Goals: "In the future, I plan on attending a four-year college or university. My intent is to major in the psychology field and pursue a career in the psychology/business world."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Paul and Helen Ptacek
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, honor roll
School activities: Field hockey, fastpitch softball, Junior Classical League, band, student council cabinet head, Friends Connection leader, spring musical
Community activities: North Park Church volunteer baby-sitter, inner city mission work, vacation Bible school counselor, Sunday School helper, Pittsburgh Youth Pops Orchestra
Goals: "My track hopefully will involve music or some aspect of law. I plan to attend a college for at least four years. I hope to not only do something beneficial for myself but for others as well."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Ron and Debby Rabold
Academic achievements: Honor roll, high scholastic achievement award, perfect attendance award, D.A.R.E. poster contest winner
School activities: Allegheny Valley Honors Band, jazz and concert band
Community activities: Westminster College Summer Percussion Camp, Aspinwall Veterans' Hospital volunteer, National Wheelchair Games volunteer
Goals: "I haven't decided on a career, but getting a good education is important for whatever I decide to do. It is important to do well in school so I can attend a good college. Music will always be an important part of my life even if I don't become a professional musician"
School, grade: Fox Chapel Area High School, 10
Age: 15
Parents: Richard and Margaret Ranii
Academic achievements: Calcu-Solve Bowl first-place team, Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science first-place winner, History Bowl fourth-place team,
School activities: Crew rowing, Model United Nations, forensics debate, newspaper, multicultural club, chamber and pit orchestra, ski club, student helpers, Knowledge Masters Open, Reach Out to the World Club
Community activities: HealthSouth Rehabilitation Center volunteer, Eastern Pittsburgh Youth Orchestra, St. Francis Medical Explorers Program, St. Joseph's Church lector and Core-Team member, community swim club
Goals: "I plan to go from high school to a four-year university where I intend to major in political science or premedical studies. I want to help people in my future career, whether it be lobbying for rights as a politician or helping patients as a doctor."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 15
Parents: Linda and Rick Raraigh
Academic achievements: Honor roll, recognized as outstanding student in physical education and technology education
School activities: Student council, service committee, Key club, Battle of the Bands
Community activities: Church youth group, volunteer at a local barn
Goals: "After I graduate from high school I have many plans and dreams I want to fulfill. I want to go on to college and graduate school. Although my mind changes often, right now I am researching about counseling. I would like to be a counselor for high school aged kids."
School, grade: North Hills Junior High School, 7
Age: 13
Parents: Ruth and Mark Rauluk
Academic achievements: Highest honor roll, Gifted and Talented Program, West View Elementary "What Safety Means to Me" poster contest winner
School activities: Basketball, volleyball, orchestra violinist
Community activities: St. John's Lutheran Church acolyte, Girls on the Run program helper, North Hills Soccer Club Traveling Team, AAU Basketball
Goals: "I plan to attend the University of Connecticut for college. I would like to major in marketing because I like to use my creativity. I would also like to play basketball for UConn. because they look for the team-oriented person and that's the kind of player I am."
School, grade: Carson Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: David and Paula Reed
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Johns Hopkins University Mathematics and Verbal Talent Search participant, scholar athlete
School activities: Peer mediator, orchestra member, Stop the Violence facilitator, soccer team, chamber orchestra member, Gifted and Talented Program
Community activities: Family House fund-raiser, Habitat for Humanity, Burger King Cancer Caring Center fund-raiser
Goals: "I hope to accomplish many things and strive to make a difference in people's lives. After graduating from college, I will earn my master's degree in speech pathology. I want to balance independence and helping others by owning my own business and being a speech pathologist. My experience with speech affected me deeply. I hope I can have the same affect on others."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Al and Pam Riley
Academic achievements: Highest honor roll, President's Award for Educational Excellence, Gifted and Talented Program
School activities: Chorus, school musicals
Community activities: United Church of Christ youth group, collected money for Red Cross and the 9/11 Fund, Civic Light Opera classes
Goals: "As I am only 14-years-old, many career ideas have passed through my mind. I am not exactly sure what I would like to pick as my profession. I do know that I plan to attend college after high school and maybe study abroad for awhile. I think I would like to have a job helping children, maybe as a teacher so I can make a change in someone's life, like many teachers have done for me."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Larry and Cindy Roberts
Academic achievements: Honor roll, triathlete Award, perfect attendance, scholar athlete award
School activities: Student council, homeroom representative, chorus, magazine campaign
Community activities: Canned food drive, church activities, tournament baseball
Goals: "I plan to attend a southern college, hopefully with a scholarship for baseball. After college maybe I would even go to medical school to become a doctor or orthopedic surgeon."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Norman and Anne Rodgers
Academic achievements: Honor roll, scholar athlete award, IMS Extra Effort Award
School activities: Yearbook committee, lacrosse, honors band
Community activities: Vacation Bible School volunteer, church youth choir and ensemble, World Vision volunteer, Verland volunteer
Goals: "I believe I am a disciplined student. Therefore, if I persevere I will reach my goals. As of now I am interested in becoming a guidance counselor at the middle school level. Helping teens work out their problems will help make me a better person."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: John and Laraine Rodney
Academic achievements: Honor roll
School activities: Peer mediation, band, announcements
Community activities: Bake sale for food bank, church nursery helper, raised money for youth group work camp
Goals: "My education has helped me to think of many career goals. My teachers and fellow students have inspired me to want to work with older kids. I think that I either want to be a teacher or guidance counselor. I want to make school a fun and comforting environment for the future generation."
School, grade: Mars Area Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Peter and Alexis Rosswog
Academic achievements: Honor roll, scholastic excellence
School activities: Track, student government
Community activities: St. John's Lutheran Home volunteer
Goals: "At this time in my life I plan to attend a four-year college and major in journalism."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: David and Susan Rowley
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Scholastic Art Award, Extra Effort Award, perfect attendance, Saxonburg Art Award
School activities: Family Career and Community Leaders of America vice-president, buddy system, weather team, orchestra
Community activities: Allegheny County Skate Program volunteer, Math-A-Thon, American Diabetes Association Walk for Life participant for ten years
Goals: "My goals are to exceed in German throughout high school, in hopes of majoring in it in college. Also, it would be extremely helpful for me to delve deeply into the English language. Hopefully, with these skills, I can become a foreign translator or work for the United Nations."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Tom and Diane Ryan
Academic achievements: Honor roll, scholar athlete award for field hockey and lacrosse, National Junior Honor Society, student of the month nominee
School activities: "Field hockey, lacrosse, orchestra, Golden Strolling Strings, Pennsylvania Music Educators Association Orchestra member, student council cabinet head for staff appreciation committee, activity council member, student council president sophomore year, GOAL student
Community activities: Pristine Pines Retirement Village volunteer, Operation Save-A-Life, Light of Life Ministries volunteer, Holy Family Institute Friends Connection
Goals: "Although I remain open-minded in the direction of my future, I have always wanted to attend Notre Dame. I continue to work diligently to achieve this goal. I hope to pursue a career in the field of law or international diplomacy."
School, grade: Deer Lakes High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Edwin and Terri Ryce
Academic achievements: Spanish National Honors Society, highest honor roll, ranked in top 10% of class, National Honor Society nominee
School activities: Student council secretary and class representative, colorgaurd, school musicals, swim team, track team, prom committee, former managing editor of school newspaper, ski club
Community activities: Transfiguration Youth Group, Middle States Accreditation for Growth Committee for Deer Lakes High School
Goals: "I plan to graduate high school with a 4.0 grade point average and continue to pursue an education at college that best fits my career interests. I intend to graduate college with honors and establish a successful and fulfilling career. My exact career preference is not yet determined."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: James and Judith Sarkis
Academic achievements: Honor roll, National Junior Honor Society,
School activities: Future Career and Community Leaders of America Chapter President, peer mediation, activity council, first violin in orchestra, Golden Strolling Strings
Community activities: St. Theresa Children's Liturgy of the Word prayer leader, vacation Bible School activity leader, Hearth Home volunteer, Northland Public Library volunteer
Goals: "After completing high school, I plan on going to college. At this time I am thinking about Duquesne University in Pittsburgh. I plan on majoring education. After obtaining a master's degree, I plan on teaching elementary children and then later studying to become a counselor or a professor or literature."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: William and Barbara Schaffner
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, highest honor roll, scholar athlete award, student of the month award
School activities: Student council secretary, S.A.D.D. Vice-President, Key club, Key Communications, cheerleading, lacrosse
Community activities: Pregnancy care center volunteer, Sunday School teacher
Goals: "I plan to attend college then pursue my schooling at a medical school. I would aspire to be a doctor for the underprivileged on a missions field."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Ron and Kathy Schmitt
Academic achievements: Scholar athlete, academic excellence award, high honor scholastic achievement, essays published in Creative Kids and Skipping Stones magazines
School activities: Basketball, baseball, freshman class officer, student council
Community activities: Sunday school volunteer leader, church camp leader, Pine-Richland summer basketball camp volunteer, Save-A-Life participant
Goals: "My educational goal is to attend a four-year college where I plan to study business. My career goal is to run a successful business where the employees enjoy working and create a thriving working atmosphere so that the employees do their best job and take pride in their work."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Lawrence and Luanne Schuster
Academic achievements: National Honor Society President, scholar athlete award, highest honor roll, academic excellence award
School activities: tennis team captain, football, concert band
Community activities: junior golf tournament caddy, Pine Township House Tour volunteer, Richland Township Halloween Festival volunteer, 2001 graduation usher, Richland Community Day, worked to raise money for autistic children
Goals: "I plan to attend a four-year university majoring in business with a minor in French. I want to study on France and after my graduate studies are finished, I will pursue and MBA."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Eugene and Susan Scioscia
Academic achievements: Highest honor roll, short story contest winner, National Merit Academic Achievements for foreign language and English
School activities: Student council representative, volleyball team, band, Gifted and Talented Education Program, student director of school play, Northern Area Honors Band, Allegheny Valley Honors Band
Community activities: children's reading program volunteer, Bible School counselor, service project for Together for Retarded Youth, Richland Youth Foundation baby-sitter
Goals: "In the future, I plan to continue on into a medical career. I plan to achieve one of the highest grade point averages in my class, as well as attend school where I will able to earn a good education. After college, I plan to attend medical school and later earn a doctor's degree."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Dan and Wendy Semler
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, honor roll, President's Education Award, certificate of achievement for English
School activities: Soccer, track and field, ski club, yearbook sewing club
Community activities: St. Bonaventure Parish altar server, children's liturgy assistant
Goals: "After high school I hope to go on to college. I have loved being around small children ever since I can remember. I'm not sure where this will take me. It may be being a pediatrician or a neonatal nurse. I also like sports so a phys-ed teacher may be an option. I hope to play college soccer at Penn State."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Frank and Maureen Senkoski
Academic achievements: Scholar athlete awards, academic excellence awards, honor roll, WPIAL Scholar Athlete Scholarship nominee
School activities: Football, basketball
Community activities: Pine Community Day volunteer, Little Rams ball handling clinic volunteer
Goals: "I will attend college, majoring in history with a minor in secondary education. I will also play football in college. I want to pursue a career as a high school history teacher. In addition to being a teacher, I would also like to one day become a high school football coach."
School, grade: Seneca Valley high School, 10
Age: 15
Parents: Mary Leone and Don Shamey
Academic achievements: Highest honor roll, academic athletic award
School activities: Student council, golf, S.A.D.D., international club, track and field, tutor, morning announcements
Community activities: Church choir and plays, Christmas at Evergreen, highway clean-up, soup kitchen volunteer, March of Dimes
Goals: "I plan to graduate high school from Seneca Valley with highest honors. Afterwards I would like to attend a college or a university where plan to major in business, marketing, advertising or international business. I will plan to get a steady career and move up with many promotions."
School, grade: Avonworth High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Richard and Denise Shaulis
Academic achievements: National Honor Society President, high honor roll, Honors English Award, All-American Scholar
School activities: Marching band, indoor guard and drumline, literary magazine art editor, scholastic newspaper staff writer
Community activities: Girls Scouts Silver Award Program Aide and Cadette, speaker at Women's Forum for Leadership, karate
Goals: "I plan to attend a four-year college or university. I want to write a novel and visit Australia. Though I do not know my intended major or career, I will be spending my summer working as a superhero at Camp Redwing, otherwise known as Pyper, a camp counselor."
School, grade: Avonworth High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Richard and Denise Shaulis
Academic achievements: National Honors Society Treasurer, high honor roll, honors biology Straight "A" Award, freshman English Best Student Award
School activities: Editor-in-chief of "Fragments," marching band clarinet section leader, indoor colorguard and drumline
Community activities: Girl Scouts
Goals: "I hope to attend a four-year college for either law or the social sciences. After graduating, if I'm not too much in debt by then, I would like to continue through graduate school. However, besides becoming a lawyer, my only wishes for the future are to grow contentedly older, wiser and happier. Beyond that, I'll take what comes."
School, grade: Deer Lakes High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Kevin and Rosemarie Sheerin
Academic achievements: Highest honors, Hobey Award nomination, Gifted and Talented Education Program, ranked in top 10% of class
School activities: Track, colorgaurd, student council representative, S.T.O.P. Violence Task Force, key club, ski club
Community activities: Transfiguration Youth Group, peer leadership training retreat, Habitat for Humanity fund-raiser, Cheer-On Hawks Dance Team
Goals: "Throughout my entire educational "career" I have always tried to push myself to try my hardest and do my best. U have never been satisfied with average. I hope that college will be a wonderful experience, wherever I choose to go. I want to study psychology, and get my PhD. I would love to, and hope to, specialize in adolescent psychology, and have my own practice."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Carl and Carol Shoemaker
Academic achievements: Highest honor roll, National English Merit Award, Scholar Recognition Award
School activities: Fencing club, Pennsylvania Music Educations District Band, Allegheny Valley Honors Band, Northern Area Honors Band
Community activities: Carnegie Mellon Youth Brass Band, Pittsburgh Phoenix Youth Festival Orchestra
Goals: "I plan to continue my academic education during high school. I plan to attend college or university, pursuing an education in computer science or music."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate School, 9
Age: 14
Parents: Andrew and Linda Siminerio
Academic achievements: Honor roll, President's Education Award, Home Room Champion, High Scholastic Achievement, Certificate of Leader
School activities: School Pride Committee representative, lacrosse, Spotlight, lifeguarding
Community activities: Diabetes Camp volunteer, after-school tutor, nursing home volunteer, Women's Center volunteer, Pink Ribbon Ball, Make-A-Wish fund-raiser
Goals: "In my future I will attend Villanova undergraduate school and Cornell University for graduate school. I will be a pediatrician who sets up hospitals with other doctors in South America for the less fortunate children. In college I will major in pediatric care and minor in Spanish."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate School, 9
Age: 14
Parents: John and Nancy Skarupa
Academic achievements: President's Award For Educational Excellence Award, honor roll, Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science second place winner, G.R.I.P. Gold Star recipient, St. Athanasius Forensics Tournament first place winner, Award of Merit in the Knights of Columbus Essay Contest
School activities: Yearbook, basketball, student council, forensics, cheerleading, cross country, soccer, chorus
Community activities: St. Teresa's Parish Festival volunteer, Adopt-A-Child, Thanksgiving and Easter food drives, Chinese Auction, Human-I-Tees Clothing Sale, canned food drives
Goals: "After high school I hope to receive an academic or athletic scholarship to a Division I University. I will then major in elementary education or interior design. An interior design class I took through the Challenge Program at LaRoche College has opened the door to a career in this field."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate School, 9
Age: 15
Parents: James and Michele Skubak
Academic achievements: United States National Mathematics Award nominee, Mathcounts Competition awards, highest honor roll, Seneca Valley Academic All-Star Award
School activities: Chorus, soccer, band
Community activities: Cranberry Public Library volunteer, St. Ferdinand's Youth Group, piano, Seneca Valley Soccer Association referee
Goals: "I hope to graduate from Seneca Valley with a 4.0 and in the top 2% and go on to at least a four-year college education, majoring in mathematics. I plan on becoming either an engineer or a mathematics professor, or possibly pursuing a career in medicine."
School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11
Age: 16
Parents: Robert and Concetta Slanders
Academic achievements: High honor roll, National Junior Honor Society, National Latin Exam gold and silver medalist
School activities: Volleyball, Junior Classical League, class council
Community activities: Catholic Work Camp, St. Alexis Life Teen Program, confirmation leader and festival volunteer, charity Bowl-A-Thon for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Goals: "After graduating high school, I am going to pursue my dual interest in mechanical engineering and business. I hope to attend four years of college and continue my studies through graduate school."
School, grade: Mars Area Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: David and Karen Smail
Academic achievements: High honor roll
School activities: Soccer
Community activities: none listed
Goals: "I plan to graduate from high school with a top grade point average and place one of the top ten in my class. From there, I plan to go to college where I will be studying to be either a surgeon or a scientist."
School, grade: Fox Chapel Area High School, 9
Age: 15
Parents: Dennis and Barbara Smith
Academic achievements: Society of Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh Essay Contest award, student of the month, placed with distinction in mathematics and verbal talent search for the SATI's
School activities: Cross country, wrestling, track, student council, Quest Gifted Program
Community activities: Miryam's Women's Shelter monthly service program, church youth ministry, trained to lead retreats for O.Y.A.M, math pentathlon volunteer, served senior citizen lunches
Goals: "I hope to finish high school as a senior scholar and National Honor Society member while maintaining what's important to me: athletics and service. Athletics are a positive way to channel my energy, while service helps me to get a perspective on life through the eyes of the poor and seniors."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: John and Karen Sorce
Academic achievements: Honor roll, ranked in top 10% of class
School activities: Students Against Destructive Decisions
Community activities: neighborhood clean-up
Goals: "I am a visually impaired tenth-grader with a 3.85 QPA. At this time I would not classify myself as the absolute perfect student because no matter how far I get, there is always room for improvement. In the future, I would like to pursue a career in business marketing."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 9
Age: 14
Parents: Walter and Catherine Soroka
Academic achievements: President's Award For Outstanding Academic Excellence, John's Hopkins University Talent Search, Western Pennsylvania Scholastic Art Award, High Scholastic Achievement Award With Honor, honor roll, certificate of merit, Carnegie Mellon University C-Mites
School activities: Concert band, jazz band, Spanish club, announcement team, history bowl participant, theater productions
Community activities: Nursing home volunteer, visit patients at rehabilitation center, homeless program volunteer, Children's Hospital fund-raiser, Make-A-Wish fund-raiser tutoring
Goals: "I am enjoying high school and want to continue my successful academic studies. I am utilizing school activities and participating in theater productions to refine my interests. I will attend the university that will best accommodate my career goals and future interests."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 9
Age: 15
Parents: Michael and Megan Sproule
Academic achievements: Honors classes, highest honor roll
School activities: Chamber choir, student council, school musical, attending and presenting leadership workshops
Community activities: St. Ferdinand's Church Youth Group, soup kitchen volunteer at Thanksgiving, visit Evergreen Nursing Home during the holidays, raised money for the Red Cross 9/11 fund, raised money for Caring Team
Goals: "After graduating from high school, I plan on attending college where I would like to graduate with a masters in sociology and psychology. I am interested in pursuing a career in either public speaking, public service or human resources. My goal is to find a job where I can help people in need."
School, grade: Mars High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Tim and Vicki Stenner
Academic achievements: National Honor Society vice president, honor roll, MAFEE Academic Excellence Award, academic excellence award
School activities: Student council senator, tennis, school musical, chorus, piano accompanist for choral groups, women's ensemble, chamber ensemble, honors chorus, district chorus, regional chorus, Pennsylvania State Chorus, class council, key club, REACH
Community activities: Church youth group, Bible study, church handbell choir, Make-A-Difference Days, Mars Public Library volunteer, Lillian Taylor summer camp counselor, Mexico mission trip volunteer, Read Across America volunteer
Goals: "In the fall I will be attending Grove City College majoring in early childhood and elementary education."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Bill and Kay Stevens
Academic achievements: High and highest honor roll, academic achievement awards, scholar athlete award
School activities: Golf, softball
Community activities: Bakerstown United Methodist Church Youth Group, mission trips, community food bank and soup kitchen volunteer, DC/LA Youth Evangelism Conference
Goals: "Next year I plan on attending Thiel College. I expect to receive my bachelor's degree in business communications. After college, I hope to become an event coordinator for a corporate business."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Bill and Kay Stevens
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, academic achievement awards, highest honor roll, scholar athlete awards
School activities: Golf, softball
Community activities: Bakerstown United Methodist Church Youth Group, mission trips, food bank and soup kitchen volunteer, 30-hour Famine participant, DC/LA Youth Evangelism Conference
Goals: "I will be attending Mount Union College in the fall and majoring in business administration/sport management or secondary education/math. After college I will then pursue a career in either business or education."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Mark and Judy Stewart
Academic achievements: Highest honor roll, published in "Creative With Words," school magazine and "Poetic License, story published in "Poetic License" and "Writer's World," Tribute to Veterans writing competition winner
School activities: Band, chorus, jazz choir, drama club, Read-Across-America
Community activities: Neon Buzz church drama club, church bell choir, 30-Hour Famine for World Vision participant, raised money for mission trips, horse stable volunteer
Goals: "I plan to go to college and work with young children in with elementary school or in horseback riding."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Michael and Roslyn Stitt
Academic achievements: Presidential Academic Award, honor roll, highest honors
School activities: Chorus, band, student council, leaders club, volleyball
Community activities: Girl Scouts, church choir, Renaissance Volleyball Team, Camp Safari volunteer, Special Olympics, Paws in the Park, blood drive, mission camps, fed the homeless
Goals: "To graduate high school with a high G.P.A., to go onto college and major in medicine. I would like to become a pediatrician or specialize in pediatric nephrology. I plan also to continue writing poetry and expressing myself through writing."
School, grade: Carson Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Russell and Madeline Stitt
Academic achievements: Honor roll, science fair trophy winner, scholar athlete awards, "Most Consistent Performance" Academic Achievement Award, physical education award
School activities: Cross country, track, student council homeroom representative, concert and pep band
Community activities: Toys for Tots gift sorter, GE Elfun gift wrapper, Memorial Park Church usher and student ministries attendance coordinator, community performances through school band
Goals: "My ultimate career goal is to someday hold a professional position in either the field of law or as an engineer. I enjoy working with math and have an interest in how things work. Whatever I choose to do, I want to make sure it is something I can enjoy."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Ed and Nancy Sudo
Academic achievements: Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth finalist, honor roll, honors math, Johns Hopkins Distinguished Achievement Award
School activities: Basketball, baseball, PA Hoop Stars Basketball, band, Brook Park Golf League, Ingomar-Franklin Park Athletic Association Umpire
Community activities: Mario Lemieux Celebrity Invitational three-year volunteer, Marconi Pa Classic PGA Tour volunteer, St. Teresa of Avila service projects volunteer
Goals: "My present educational goal is to take the advanced classes in high school that will allow me many options when I choose a college. I would like to obtain an athletic scholarship and pursue a career in the math/science area."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Carter and Connie Tackett
Academic achievements: National Honor Society President, Allegheny County Regional Citizen Bee second place winner, highest honor roll, ranked fourth in class, Forensics State Qualifiers first place winner, scholar athlete
School activities: Sophomore class president, student council representative, swim team, musical pit orchestra, creative writing apprenticeship, first chair tenor sax in band and jazz ensemble
Community activities: Fosnight Retirement Home activities coordinator volunteer, St. Richard's Youth Group, donated blood, Holy Sepulcher Passion Play, ribbon and button campaign for 9/11, piano lessons
Goals: "I plan to attend college for four years (possibly at North Western University), studying abroad, and majoring in a writing or English related field and minoring in music. I hope to someday be a successful author, politician or curling mogul."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Lynn John and Louise Tassos
Academic achievements: Highest honor roll, published in books, magazines and newspapers for literary works, perfect attendance
School activities: Writer's World member, student council, first chair clarinet
Community activities: Alter Home for Alzheimer's patients, Animal Friends volunteer, Make-A-Difference Day, Special Olympics volunteer, Read Across America volunteer
Goals: "In high school I hope to gain insight in my goal for a teaching career and also continue with my music and dancing. I also hope to continue volunteering with the Special Olympics and Animal Friends. In my future I hope to broaden my horizons in writing or journalism."
School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Ronald P. and Sandra L. Tiedeman
Academic achievements: Teacher's Choice Award, Shaler Area Parent/Faculty Award, President's Education Outstanding Academic Achievement Award, Student of the Month Award, National Honor Society Co-President
School activities: Assisant editor-in-chief for yearbook, silk line captain, student government class representative, powder puff football, winter formal dance committee, key club, slow and fast pitch softball, junior achievement fourth grade teaching assistant
Community activities: Christian Children's Fund supporter, Shaler Area Handicapped Association Swimming Instructor, March of Dimes Representative, Pittsburgh's Great Race Richard S. Caliguiri Amylolysis Fund, Light of Life Ministries supporter
Goals: "I plan on pursing a career in secondary education that will enable me to help students achieve their educational superiority, I want to teach individuals how to become independent and social-minded individuals. Leadership and endurance is a category that truly imparts how I perceive my life."
School, grade: Hampton High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Tom Tisa and Tasia Bobish
Academic achievements: National Honor Society President, High honor roll, Wendy's High School Heisman Award nominee, Summer Scientific Seminar at United States Air Force Academy, Penn State Writing Exam Participant, PPG Award for Science
School activities: Keystone Gifted Program, Junior Classical League, Tri-M Honor Society, weight-lifting, wrestling, football, Latin club
Community activities: Donated blood, St. Andrew's Church cook and altar server, Science Olympiad volunteer, Civil Air Patrol member
Goals: "At the end of high school, I hope to be a member of the class of 2006 at the United States Air Force Academy. There I want to become a pilot and receive a bachelor of science in aerospace or mechanical engineering. And later, further my education at another college."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 15
Parents: Rick and Doris Torres
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, honors biology, chemistry and world affairs classes, honor roll, Howard and Script Spelling Bee second place winner
School activities: Student council cabinet head for the Student Recognition Committee, key club, activity council, Spanish club, class council homeroom representative, library aid, Spanish tutor, book club tennis
Community activities: Hurrican Georges Relief Team, canned food drive, community book drive, Make-A-Wish fund-raiser through Dance-A-Thon, District 3 Food Drive for the Pittsburgh Food Bank, Friends Connection
Goals: "Academically my average is 4.0. I have been involved in over 16 different extra-curricular activities. I plan to excel inside and outside the classroom to be accepted into the college of my choice. My goal is a tropical weather PhD and to play in the National Puertorican Tennis Team."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Ken and Marty Trombetta
Academic achievements: Highest honor roll, Gifted and Talented Program
School activities: Student council president, soccer, volleyball
Community activities: Make-A-Difference Day volunteer, helped set up home for refugee family, Court of Adoptions volunteer
Goals: "I would like to continue to be active in sports and student government in high school. I hope to maintain high grades and make the most of all the opportunities given to me. I would like to attend college and possibly pursue a career in education."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Ken and Marty Trombetta
Academic achievements: Honor roll, scholar athlete
School activities: Senior class treasurer, tennis team captain, lacrosse captain, school newspaper, Key Communicator committee member
Community activities: Youth tennis instructor, Make-A-Difference Day volunteer
Goals: "I will be attending Mercyhurst College on a tennis scholarship. I plan to major in secondary education. I hope to be an English teacher and high school tennis coach."
School, grade: North Allegheny Intermediate School, 10
Age: 15
Parents: Dennis and Diane Unkovic
Academic achievements: National Junior Honor Society, honor roll, scholar athlete award, distinguished achievement on National German Exam, University of Pittsburgh anthropology apprenticeship, Presidential Scholar Award
School activities: Class council president, crew team, Stop the Violence Program, Friend's Connection, chemistry tutor and lab assistant
Community activities: North Hills Community Outreach volunteer, St. John Lutheran Church of Highland youth activities, Frostbite 5K for diabetes research
Goals: "Once I complete high school, I plan to attend college. While there I hope to further my education focusing on the field of science. My favorite classes in high school have been biology, chemistry and English. I derive pleasure from my lifeguarding and volunteer work. In the future, I hope to become a physician."
School, grade: Marshall Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Rick and Kathy Vater
Academic achievements: Scholastic Achievement With Honor Award, scholar athlete award, academic triathlon participant, distinguished achievement award from Johns Hopkins University Talent Search, Bradford Wood Elementary "24" Math Contest winner
School activities: Student council president, basketball,
Community activities: Senator Jane Orie Senior Citizen Expo volunteer, Sts. John and Paul Church lector and usher and Bible school volunteer
Goals: "I would like to attend college and hope to be able to play varsity basketball. After college I want to serve the community as an elementary or secondary school teacher."
School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Rick and Kathy Vater
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Jim Wall Scholarship runner-up, winner of over 40 forensics awards, National German Honor Society, American Legion Essay Contest Regional Winner, National Merit Commendable Scholar, Future Business Leaders of America first place winner in impromptu speaking, student of the month
School activities: Forensics extemporaneous speaking and student congress division captain, class council, Future Business Leaders of America, Model UN, math team, science club, Students Against Destructive Decisions, knowledge master team, international club
Community activities: Northland Library volunteer, internship at law firm, Pittsburgh Senior Citizens Expo volunteer, St. John and Paul Church lector, usher, Eucharistic minister, canned food drives volunteer, Habitat for Humanity volunteer
Goals: "My goals for the future include attending a college that can offer me a challenging and rewarding academic experience. I also plan on making a positive contribution to society by continuing to give back to the church and the community. I would like to become a corporate lawyer."
School, grade: Carson Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: James and Mary Vergotz
Academic achievements: Honor roll, U.S. National Science Merit Award, Mathematics League certificate of merit, Gifted Opportunities for Advanced Learners
School activities: National Academic League, Junior Classical League, student council class representative, chorus, lacrosse, talent show emcee
Community activities: St. Alexis Middle School Youth Group book drive, pancake breakfast for orphaned children of 9/11, and church festival volunteer, donated hair to "Locks of Love," Race For the Cure, Goals: "I would like to complete high school in the top 10% of my class, and I would like to attend college. I would like to continue doing volunteer work throughout this time."
School, grade: Dorseyville Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Frank Vertosick and Kathy Counihan
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth State Award Recipient
School activities: Allegheny Valley Honors Band, Destination Imagination, Reflections Program, oil painting
Community activities: Miryam's Women's Shelter cook and food server, Harmar Village volunteer, food bank volunteer, Camp Helping Hand, played piano at nursing homes, St. Joseph's Core Team member
Goals: "My future plans include finishing high school and going to college. I am very interested in computers and I could see myself pursuing that as a career. However, I also enjoy music and volunteering. I plan on continuing music and I hope to go on mission trips in the future."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Ralph and Cindy Vogel
Academic achievements: High honors
School activities: Christian Foundations, choir, regional chorus
Community activities: The Door Way, mission trips to Mexico
Goals: "I plan on graduating high school and attending a four-year college for a major in music and a minor in Bible. I eventually want to be a worship leader and go wherever God leads."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Joel and Megan Wagner
Academic achievements: Honor roll, citizenship award, full scholarship to the University of New Hampshire
School activities: Student council representative, key communicator club
Community activities: St. Richard's Church vacation Bible school volunteer, altar server and youth group member
Goals: "I have enjoyed my 12 years at Pine-Richland schools. I have seen many changes through the years in the district. I feel I have received a good start towards my higher education. My goal is to work hard at the University of New Hampshire. I will be studying mechanical engineering."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Intermediate High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Dale Wagner
Academic achievements: Honors classes, 3.9 QPA, Model U.N. National History Day competitor
School activities: Marching band, Youngstown Symphony Youth Orchestra, literary works club, academic games
Community activities: Church youth group, Three Rivers Paddling Club, Salvation Army bell-ringer, Pine-Richland underwater hockey, North Pittsburgh Philharmonic
Goals: "I know that after high school I will attend a four-year college, but I have not decided where to go or what to study. I have an interest in music, science or business. The ideal career for me would involve one or more of these areas of study."
School, grade: Deer Lakes High School, 11
Age: 17
Parents: Patrick and Kim Kennedy
Academic achievements: Honor roll, West Deer American Legion Post 593 certificate of achievement, poem published in "The Annual High School Anthology"
School activities: Drama club, varsity club, ski club, float committee, prom committee, swim team, in-line hockey, student council, sophomore class president, junior class vice-president, morning announcement team, key club, track, media telecast producer, media anchor
Community activities: D.A.R.E. role model speaker, Learn to Swim Program instructor, Community Swim Program II, haunted hayride, Boy Scouts
Goals: "My future plans for college include to receive an appointment to the United States Naval Academy where I hope to major in oceanography and become a career naval officer. My second choice is to attend Cornell University of Hotel Administration where I would join the NROTC program."
School, grade: Seneca Valley Senior High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Clifford and Sarah Waldman
Academic achievements: Scholastic achievement awards, scholar's award for excellence, president's award, National Honor Society, Blackhawk High School Computer Programming Competition first-place winner
School activities: Marching band, jazz ensemble, renaissance festival actor, senior project
Community activities: Cranberry Township Public Library volunteer, designing Web page as a tribute to World War II Veterans
Goals: "I will be attending the college of William and Mary in the fall where I will do a dual major in computer science and American history. It is my intention to pursue a career in video game design or teach American history at a high school level."
School, grade: Pine-Richland High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Tom and Carolyn Walker
Academic achievements: Honor Roll, athletic academic achiever
School activities: Spanish Club, student council treasurer, baseball, basketball, football
Community activities: Pine Community Day, St. Alphonsis Church Harvest Home Dinner, Together for Retarded Youth Camp, Sisters of Divine Providence volunteer
Goals: "I plan on furthering my education and getting into a four-year college. I plan on possibly playing baseball in college, as well as getting a good education. I plan on studying business or communication. I am not clear on my major yet."
School, grade: Avonworth High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Tom and Michelle Waters
Academic achievements: High honor roll, scholar athlete
School activities: Basketball, baseball, Avonews writer, Friend-to-Friend
Community activities: DARE role model, basketball counselor and coach
Goals: "I plan on attending a four-year college to major in education or law enforcement. I also hope to continue to play basketball."
School, grade: North Hills High School, 12
Age: 17
Parents: Dennis and Joan Watson
Academic achievements: National Honor Society treasurer, SAT Merit Award, Pennsylvania Governor's School of Agricultural Science, AIU Veterinary Science apprenticeship, AIU Zookeeper apprenticeship
School activities: Baseball team captain, swimming, senior class president, Changes Program, Hands-for-Service
Community activities: Northmont Church youth counselor, Christ Lutheran Church youth group
Goals: "This year I will graduate from North Hills High School. Next fall I will be attending the University of Pennsylvania. Having an interest in animal science, I will major in the biological basis of behavior. My goal is for the major to lead me into a career in the study of animal behavior."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Dr. Don and Cindy Whiting
Academic achievements: Highest honor roll, U.S. Achievement Academy National Award winner, Merit Scholar Recognition Award, U.S. AA National Foreign Language Spanish Award winner
School activities: Student council. principal's advisory council, soccer, Gifted and Talented Education Program
Community activities: St. Richard's Faith Formation/Youth Group, Make-A-Difference Day, Autism fund-raiser, USSF certified referee, Arsenal F.C. Soccer Club
Goals: "After I graduate from high school I would like to continue my education in an Ivy League school. At the moment I'm not sure what my exact career choice will be. I do know that I would like to help make people's lives better."
School, grade: Northgate Senior High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: Dennis and Terry Wickline
Academic achievements: Cum Laude Society, distinguished honor roll recognition, scholar athlete award, National History and Government Award, National Science Merit Award
School activities: Cross-country, swim team, marching band, concert band, concert choir, pit orchestra
Community activities: Volunteer coach for Northgate Aquatics Club, North Boroughs Clean-Up Day
Goals: "In my high school career, my one passion has been history. My teacher, Mr. Matthews, took his passion and turned it into a burning desire to learn about our past. This is why I plan to attend Dickinson College and major in history. From there, I will contemplate going to graduate school and learn even more. My goal is to keep our past alive for another generation."
School, grade: Quigley Catholic High School, 12
Age: 18
Parents: John and Pam Williams
Academic achievements: National Honor Society, Honor Roll, Rachel Carson Award, Baden Lion's Club Student-of-the-Month
School activities: Swimming, Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science, Pittsburgh Regional Science Fair, Beaver County Science Fair, math league, mock trial, yearbook staff, forensics
Community activities: Sisters of St. Joseph Peace Camp counselor, Villa at St. Joseph volunteer, House of Mercy Lutheran Church organ player, Sisters of St. Joseph Harvest Festival, help teachers at Mt. Gallitzin Academy
Goals: "For the past four years, I have attended Quigley Catholic High School in Baden, Pa. I plan to attend a four-year university next year. I hope to pursue a college major in biology, possible focusing on microbiology, genetics, ecology or exercise physiology."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Barry and Mary Ann Wilson
Academic achievements: Honor roll, Gifted Opportunities Advanced Learners program, Scholar Athlete Award
School activities: Cross country, track, student council recording secretary, yearbook committee, talent show, chorus
Community activities: St. John Neuman Church CCD, teen volunteer at UPMC Passavant Hospital, USTA tennis player, Junior Festival piano competition
Goals: "I would like to graduate from North Allegheny High School as an honors student and pursue my education at a tier one college. I hope to graduate from Villanova University as a science major and become a dermatologist or physical therapist."
School, grade: Shady Side Academy, 10
Age: 15
Parents: David and Amanda Wilson
Academic achievements: High honor roll
School activities: Jewish Student Union, Israel and Middle Eastern Affairs Club, Chiapas Connection Club, chair of Shady Side Academy Annual Day of Caring, community service council, squash, tennis
Community activities: National president and founder of Teen Advocates for Missing Children, co-founder and co-chair of the Stranger Danger program, Diabetes Research Institute intern/volunteer
Goals: "I hope to be able to attend college for either law or business. I would like to be able to combine my education and people skills into an exciting leadership role in business, law, finance or public service."
School, grade: Ingomar Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Ann and John Wilson
Academic achievements: GOAL student, Extra Effort Award, Colonial Fair Best Craft Award
School activities: Chorus, news staff, orchestra
Community activities: St. John and Paul Middle School youth group, Jubilee Soup Kitchen volunteer, Pittsburgh Ballet Theater School pre-professional student, St. John and Paul Living Stations cast member
Goals: "My dream is to become a professional ballet dancer with one of the best known companies in the world. Although this would not require a formal education, I do believe that academics are extremely important. Following a career in dance, my goal is to return to college, hopefully at an Ivy League School, followed by law school. Ultimately, I would like to serve as a district attorney for a large city."
School, grade: Shaler Area High School, 10
Age: 16
Parents: Dr. Nicholas and Patricia Wisniewski
Academic achievements: Highest honor roll, National Young Leaders Conference nominee, Excellence in Latin Award, Superior Award for National Education Development Test, top 10 in American mathematics contest
School activities: Shaler Area Junior Classical League president
Community activities: Middle school tutor, guitar lessons, church special events volunteer, independent wildlife research
Goals: "I'm determined to be a doctor of veterinary medicine specializing in birds, or a Latin professor while being an aspiring musician, songwriter and artist on the side. After advancing my knowledge in animal studies, I want to provide an awareness of animal issues to the community."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 14
Parents: Dennis and Cheryl Wist
Academic achievements: Highest honors, published in Teen Ink, Creative With Words and Creative Communications, IFLA Award
School activities: Band, GATE
Community activities: Refugee family service hours, Paws in the Park, Make-A-Difference Day, Animal Friends volunteer, Court Adoption Day, Read Across America
Goals: "I have been living in Pittsburgh for one year and go to Pine-Richland Middle School. I have lived in Zanesville, Ohio, and Butler. After high school, I plan to go to college. I hope to someday become a lawyer and be able to help people and be a part of our country's judicial system."
School, grade: North Allegheny Senior High School, 11
Age: 16
Parents: Yan Xu and Pei Tang
Academic achievements: Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science first- place state and regional winner and Director's Award for Excellence in Biochemistry
School activities: Quiz Bowl team, gifted students program, student council, band, U.S. Chess Federation member, literary magazine editor
Community activities: Carnegie Library volunteer, Carson Middle School recruiter for state science competitions, nursing home volunteer
Goals: "Although I have focused on scientific exploration and philosophical studies in the past few years, I am still keeping an open mind for career choices. I may pursue scientific research or medicine; I may become a philosopher; I may even run for public office. What I can say with complete certainty is this: I want to become a person who can make a positive contribution to our society."
School, grade: Pine-Richland Middle School, 8
Age: 13
Parents: Peiqun Xia and Bing Yu
Academic achievements: Published in Skipping Stones, Teen Ink, Creative Communications and Poetic License, Mathematics and Verbal Talent Search State Award, President's Education Awards program, Merit Scholar Award, scholarship to Geneva College, Allegheny Valley Honors Band, honors band
School activities: Band, GATE, Drama Club, Pine-Richland's Finest Show, electronic ensemble
Community activities: Piano, music study and improvisation at Carnegie Mellon University, enrolled at Pittsburgh Chinese School, Chinese Chess class
Goals: "I hope to graduate from a top college with honors, majoring in English and science and minoring in the arts. As an ecologist, I'll try to develop new ways to help humans coexist with nature. Also, I'll experiment with being an amateur author, poet, essayist, musician and artist."
School, grade: Shaler Area Intermediate School, 9
Age: 15
Parents: Jody and Nancy Yuskovitz
Academic achievements: I Make A Difference Award, certificate of excellence in English, reading, math, American cultures, art and science, President's Education Awards program, officer of National Honor Student Award, Teacher Excellence Foundation scholarship winner
School activities: Yearbook, Spanish Club, sewing club, float committee, international club, talent show emcee
Community activities: West Penn Hospital volunteer, Carnegie Science Center Overnighters, Girl Scouts, make dolls for Childrens Hospital patients, library teen advisory board member, North Hills Community Outreach
Goals: "I hope to attend Yale University to pursue my dream of becoming a teacher, which would enable me to educate the children of out future."
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