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May 24th, 2025 Minutes
May 24th, 2025
142nd Annual Reunion
Saturday May 24th, 2025 - Masser’s Banquet Hall - Paxinos PA - 5:45pm.
The opening invocation was given by Ronald Weller ‘64.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Irving Berlin’s song “GOD BLESS AMERICA” was sung by all attending with Bonny Ensinger Klinger ‘68 as the accompanist.
Ann Henninger Watts ‘78 - President of the Alumni Association - provided the banquet introductions. A delicious meal was provided by Masser’s Catering. After dessert, the business meeting started with a silent prayer in memory of deceased members.
The Secretary’s Report is in the April 2025 Newsletter. With a motion to approve by Mary Anne Pitorak Miller ’74 and seconded by John Clutcher ’74, the report was approved as printed. All were in favor.
The Treasurer’s Report is in the April 2025 Newsletter. With a motion to approve by John Klinger ‘68 and seconded by Robert Ensinger ‘74. All were in favor as printed.
President Ann Henninger Watts ‘78 presented the Class of 2025 to those attending the banquet, welcoming them to the Alumni Association. Brice Scicchitano - Senior Class President, presented the 2025 class pennant to the Association.
Entertainment for 230 alumni, seniors, parents, and friends was presented by members of the Senior High Chorus under the direction of Joseph Dudeck. Selections from the musical “Wicked” were performed with Mary Anne Brennan Stump ‘00 on piano, Joseph Dudeck on drums and Christina Rickenbach conducting.
Mary Anne Pitorak Miller ’74, coordinated the prize drawing activities. Seniors assisted in pulling of prize numbers and delivering gifts to winners.
Eric Noll ‘94 Vice-President, recognized the various anniversary classes and, where applicable, their contributions to the Education and General Funds:
1950- 75 years - 0 attending
1955 Class - 70 years - 5 attending. The class of 1955 presented a gift of $1175.
1960 Class - 65 years - 5 attending.The class of 1960 presented a gift of $500.
1965 Class - 60 years - 6 attending. The class of 1965 presented a gift of $575.
1970 Class - 55 years - 3 attending. The class of 1970 presented a gift of $250.
1975 Class - 50 years Golden Anniversary - 3 attending.
1980 Class - 45 years - 0 attending.
1985 Class - 40 years - 0 attending.
1990 Class - 35 years - 0 attending.
1995 Class - 30 years - 2 attending.
2000 Class - 25 years Silver Anniversary - 1 attending.
2005 Class - 20 years - 0 attending.
2010 Class - 15 years - 0 attending.
2015 Class - 10 years - 0 attending.
2020 Class - 5 years - 0 attending.
Eric Noll ‘94 presented gifts to the Golden Anniversary Class ‘75.
Alumni Treasurer, Gregorgy Dwulet ‘68 presented the Oldest Alumni Attending Award to Mabel Malick Henninger ’47.
Gregory Dwulet ‘68 presented the Distance Award to Diane Bohner Dettrey ’60 from Las Vegas, NV. Diane donated her winnings back to the Alumni Association.
Matt Weller ’91 – Secretary of the Scholarship Committee, presented the Alumni Scholarship Awards. These are awards for four years.
Seven awards are from Coal Township Alumni Association (CT) while nine are from Shamokin Area High School Alumni Association (SA). Congratulations were extended to all. Recipient’s yearly awards amount, college choice and major follows:
1st - Tyler Kerstetter (SA) - $6,000 - University of Pennsylvania - Computer Science
2nd - Alexis Bressi (SA) - $5,500 - Bucknell University - Cell Biology
3rd - Jasmine Bodiford (SA) - $5,200 - Susquehanna University - Wildlife Biology
4th - Brice Scicchitano (SA) - $5,000 - Elizabethtown College - Mechanical Engineering
5th - William Whispell (SA) - $5,000 - University of Pittsburgh - Chemical Engineering
6th - Susan Kurtz (SA) - $4,800 - West Virginia University - Pre-Medicine
7th - Joseph Aliberto (SA) - $4,500 - Susquehanna University - Computer Science
8th - Aden Santor (SA) - $4,200 - Bucknell University - Engineering
9th - Kenadie Rowe (SA) - $4,000 - University of Pittsburgh - Public Health
10th - John Shepard (CT) - $4,000 - Waynesburg University - Biomedical Engineering
11th - Emily Rumberger (CT) - $3,500 - Misericordia University - Nursing
12th - Noah Kerstetter (CT) - $3,000 - Bucknell University - Computer Science
13th - Logan Peipher (CT) - $3,000 - Commonwealth University of Bloomsburg - Business
14th - Kiegan Boughner (CT) - $3,000 - Bucknell University - Mechanical Engineering
15th - Oskar Moraski (CT) - $3,000 - Employment
16th - Cade Sickora (CT) - $3,000 - Commonwealth University of Bloomsburg - Business
Additionally, seven Thomas Lynch Awards were presented at the banquet by Matt Weller '91. They are $5,000 per year for up to 4 years, depending upon the area of study.
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Nadia Williams - Indiana University of Pennsylvania - Nursing
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Alana Swisher - Commonwealth University of Bloomsburg - Psychology
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MacKenzee Clark - Central Penn College - Business
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Reyghan Fellin - Susquehanna University - Psychology
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Gabriella Carnuccio - University of Pittsburgh - Nursing
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Brittany Shader - Cedar Crest College - Nursing
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Jensen Shuey - Pennsylvania College of Technology - Welding
If all 23 scholarships/awards presented tonight are used for 4 years, the total payout would be $406,800. Thanks to all who contribute to the scholarship program. You are helping to make a difference!
Matt Weller ’91 gave a report on SAHS and included information on academics, athletics, music, and art, on behalf of Todd Hockenbroch ‘97, High School Principal. Some highlights:
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A student scored over 730 on their math SAT testing.
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A student has been accepted and will be attending an Ivy League school (University of Pennsylvania) in the fall. SAHS had the most Bucknell University enrollment in 20 years.
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The Cooperative Education Program has been a huge success. Many local businesses had nice things to say about our student’s work ethics. There are plans to expand the program for the 2025-2026 school year.
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A student finished 1st in the Region in the Annual Stock Market Game.
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The Competition Band won the Cavalcade of Bands and was recognized by the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
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The High School Spring Musical “Chicago” was reviewed
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The High School Football Team won the District IV Championship and defeated Mount Carmel Area for the first time in 28 years.
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Athletic achievements were reviewed for a variety of sports with several athletes qualifying and advancing in state tournaments.
Matt Weller ‘91 of the education (scholarship) committee asked for the ratification of 3 members to the committee. These are 5-year terms through 2030.
Frances Lee Culp ‘63
Raymond General ‘91
Susan Kropinski Haas ‘75
Gene Boughner ‘60 made a motion to accept and Eric Noll ‘94 seconded the motion to approve. All were in favor.
Ann Henninger Watts ’78 presented the following 2025-2026 officers for ratification. They were nominated by the Executive Committee.
PRESIDENT---------------------
VICE-PRESIDENT----------------
SECRETARY---------------------
TREASURER---------------------
REGISTRAR/HISTORIAN-----------
Outgoing Alumni President Ann Henninger Watts ’78 introduced the new officers and thanked the many committees and members for their help this past year. She also encouraged all alumni to become active with the association by attending meetings which are held 3 times per year - fall, winter, and spring. Check the website for details. The fall meeting information to be posted late summer or early fall.
https://www.indians.k12.pa.us/
Giving your time to serve on a committee and financially supporting the General and Education funds is appreciated.
The Senior Class led the Alumni Association in singing the Alma Mater, which was accompanied by Bonny Ensinger Klinger ‘68.
Ronald Weller ‘64 delivered the closing benediction.
AFTERGLOW: A Trivia game was held. Erik Anderson ’97 was the advisor and host for this event. There were many alumni, seniors and parents participating. Prizes were given. The evening was enjoyed by all.
Respectfully Submitted,
Nicole Bills Beasley ‘03
Secretary
