Ninety fourth Annual
Orange High School
commencement Sunday, the thirty first of may Two thousand twenty six o’clock in the evening
Valedictorian...................................................................... Sophia Suh Salutatorian........................................................................ Sarah Kirsh Senior Class Officers
Robert Miron........................................................................................President Yahya Basharat............................................................................. Vice President Omer Sarig........................................................................................... Treasurer Jordan Popovsky.................................................................................. Secretary
Board of Education
Mrs. Beth Wilson-Fish...........................................................................President Dr. Rebecca Boyle......................................................................... Vice President Mrs. Deborah Kamat.............................................................................. Member Mr. Jeffrey Leikin................................................................................... Member Mrs. Melanie Weltman.......................................................................... Member
Orange High School Administration
Dr. Lynn Campbell......................................................................Superintendent Mr. Todd Puster..................................................................................... Treasurer Dr. Paul M. Lucas....................................................................................Principal Mrs. Jasmine Ferguson..........................................................Assistant Principal Mr. Stephen Hardaway...........................................................Assistant Principal Ms. Kathleen Hine..................................................................... Athletic Director
ANDREA HOPE RUBIN Narrative Biography
Andrea Hope Rubin was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. She graduated from Orange High School in 1983 and then attended The Ohio State University. Andrea graduated from OSU in 1987 with a BA in Journalism and Advertising. Andrea spent over 25 years with a career in sales, mostly media. Then, In 2013, she obtained her insurance license and worked as a sales agent for United Health Care. In October of 2014, Andrea was in a freak car fire, and spent six weeks in a medically-induced coma in the MetroHealth burn unit. She was severely burned over 56% of her body, mostly third and some fourth degree burns. To date, she has undergone 53 surgeries. Andrea has physically defied all the odds and doctors’ expectations. Andrea Hope Rubin leads a full, healthy and very happy life. The physical transformation that resulted from the fire led her to an empowering internal transformation - a path of “living in gratitude.” Andrea chooses to focus on all that she still has, and not on what she has lost. She speaks to high school students and other groups sharing this message as well as how to overcome insurmountable challenges and other life affirming topics. Andrea also speaks on the complicated issue of ethics in burn care. She has spoken all over the country to universities, hospitals and medical conferences. Her story and point of view on this topic has been published, most notably in The AMA Journal of Ethics. In 2018, Andrea was celebrated as MetroHealth’s patient of the year. Her amazing story can be found at: https://youtu.be/rPJTGnvoXIk.
A GROWTH MINDSET The class of 2020 exemplifies resilience and strength
The abrupt end of our senior year blind-sided each and every one of us. When the reality set in that we had lost our senior spirit week and prom, senior dinner, spring sports, and our traditional senior project and graduation we all mourned the extraordinary loss in our own ways, and rightfully so. Yet, as time passes we must understand how adversity can teach us resilience. The most important lesson to learn in our high school career is how to use the obstacles we encounter as a stepping stone to later success. As we live through times like this, our disappointment should not be ignored but instead should be used to build a solid foundation and develop a growth mindset. A mindset is how one generally thinks about what one’s beliefs, goals, and relationships. A growth mindset is characterized by a belief that problems are actually opportunities to mature. A fixed mindset is the opposite; it is characterized by a belief that problems are simply obstacles to overcome. How an individual views that obstacle defines whether a growth mindset is being developed or followed. In the bigger picture, we all have to be willing to look outside ourselves and realize that the sacrifices we have made during this pandemic are saving lives. Hope and optimism will keep us going in difficult times, both now and in the future. Orange High School has taught us to live with a growth mindset and this year has built our resilience like no other experience in our lives. Our parents and teachers are beyond proud of us and the things we’ve endured to get to this day. We never gave up, we worked as hard as we could, we pushed ourselves, and we lived with a growth mindset. As Kelly Clarkson sang, “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.” We are the Class of 2020, and we are STRONG. Let us celebrate our accomplishments and future!
Unity Day 2013
(Class of 2020 in 5th grade)
Graduation Honors & Recognitions The members of the Class of 2020 are wearing special medallions, tassels, and cords. The following is a key of those designations: Valedictorian...................................................................Honor Medallion with Blue Ribbon The valedictorian is the graduate who has the highest grade-point average and who has attended Orange High School during all of his or her junior and senior years. Salutatorian................................................................ Honor Medallion with Yellow Ribbon The salutatorian is the graduate who has the second highest grade point average and who has attended Orange High School during all of his or her junior and senior years. Top 10% of Class............................................................................................ Gold Honor Cord In the Class of 2020 there are 18 students in the top 10%. These honored students have cumulative grade point averages of 4.443 or higher. 4.0 or Above.............................................................Medallion with Orange & Black Ribbon In the Class of 2020 there are 59 students who earned a cumulative grade point average of 4.0 or above. National Honor Society...........................................................................................Gold Tassel National Honor Society is an organization that recognizes students who have achieved excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership, character, and service. National Technical Honor Society.............................................Silver & Purple Honor Cords National Technical Honor Society is an organization that recognizes students enrolled in Excel TECC who have distinguished themselves in the areas of academic excellence, extracurricular activities, employability, service to school and community, leadership and character. Second Generation OHS Graduate.......................................................Holding Orange Rose These honored students have one or both parents who graduated from Orange High School. Diploma with Honors.................................................................. * Next to Name in Program The students receiving a diploma with honors have met the academic criteria set forth by the Ohio Department of Education. Note: Note: All honors and recognitions were calculated based on the weighted cumulative grade point at the middle of the senior year, which is the seventh semester, with the exception of the Honors Diploma, which is calculated based on the unweighted cumulative grade point.
Commencement Program
Fanfare and Processional: “Pomp and Circumstance”............................Sir Edward Elgar Performed by Gwyneth Medina, Zehra Gungor, Ben Frey, Lindsey Wang, and Anna Wolf “The Star Spangled Banner”.................................................................Francis Scott Key Performed by Briniya Herbert Orange Alma Mater.............................................................................Author Unknown Performed by Jenna Adhami Welcome and Legacy Slideshow.......................................................... Dr. Paul M. Lucas Principal Board of Education Message............................................................... Beth Wilson-Fish Board President Special Guest Messages........................................................................ Orange Alumni Orange Alumni Association Introduction of Guest Speaker.................................................................. Robert Miron Senior Class President Remarks.........................................................................................Andrea Hope Rubin Orange Alumna Class of 1983 Recognition of Valedictorian and Salutatorian................................... Dr. Lynn Campbell Superintendent Valedictorian Remarks.................................................................................Sophia Suh Valedictorian Presentation of the Class of 2020........................................................ Dr. Paul M. Lucas Acceptance of the Class of 2020........................................................ Dr. Lynn Campbell Presentation of Graduates.................................................... Orange Board of Education Read by Megan Petronsky Closing Graduation Message....................................................................Dr. Paul Lucas
Class of 2020 Graduates Jason Joseph Abounader* Jenna Adhami Ryan Seth Adler* Fares Alahamad Treg William Balding, Jr.* Yahya Basharat* Peyton Jolie Beachler Grant Michael Began Jamie Allison Berland* Raghav Bhatia* Christopher Alexander Blakemore Anna Victoria Borsch* Katie Brateanu* Emily Braverman Dayou Mae Sedaekon Bruce Tiranay Rosetta Campbell Catherine Diane Cerny Yonatan Chajmovic Hamzah Chaudhry* Yimin Chen* Brandon Jacob Chernikoff Spencer Christian Seyan Jonae Coco* Alexander Ryan Cohen* Maya Rose Cohen* Tanner Coker Jacob Antonio Ponce de León Coluby Dawson M. Connor Jacob R. Conte Jonah A. Conway Joshua Alan Daniel Marvin James Davies IV* Christian John Davis Tre’Von Javier Davis-Hardwick Ryan DeWolf Sean Dickinson Olivia Grace Domozick Adam Liam Drucker Jordan Lily Dubyak* Katherine Chisholm Evans* Peter James Fisher* Joseph Adam Fletcher Alexander Crayton Foster* Patrick McCourt Freund*
Sofia Garcia Olalla* Luca G. Garofoli Ilan Peter Gen* Isabella Eva Gen* Megan Elyse Gibas* Kailen Marie Isaly Giles-Watkins Rachel Shayna Glukh* Aariyan Maudi Sol Gonzalez Bryce Garson Goodman* Kayla Rachel Goodman Destiney Ta’Yanna Goods* Michael Jacob Gudin Zehra Güngör Joseph Hahn Adam Benjamin Hales* Jamari Joshua Hardwick Sydney Nicole Harper Alexus Renee Harris Elizabeth Ann Harvey Briniya Antonette Herbert* Corey Louis Hinton Nikolai S. Horan Gabrielle Ava Hornung Jesseca Mekhi Hudson-Turpin Donald Maurice Hughes Jace Elliott Jacops Isaac Won Jang* Dashawn Bryant Johnson Destiny Monique Johnson Ashley Rose Jordan Leora Ellie Joseph* Angela Lee Kalina* Nathan Kanegkasikorn* Hamza Masood Khan Myles Donovan King Sarah Tova Kirsh* Madeline Elizabeth Kish* Jared Woodrow Kochis* Michael J. Kousa* Leah Nicole Laisure Noelle Ashley Laisure Kaydan Janae Lawson* Marissa Lazar Jackson Philip Leb*
Class of 2020 Graduates Jessica Ann Lebowitz* Jared Brady Leikin* Rebecca Betty Levik* Benjamin Edward Littlejohn* Joseph Robert Mangan Devynn Laila Marshall Diamond Alicia Martin Spencer Zachary Martyn Chris Mattox Eleanor A. McCreary* Icianna M. McGlothin Michael G. McNeil Gwyneth Elizabeth Medina* Michael Meskill Kaitlynn McKenzie Miller Shyenne Mines Scott Anthony Minor Robert Stefan Miron* Traniece Mitchell Amelia Marie Morra Sam Brian Neville Blessing Nwaozuzu Samantha Marie Occhionero Katriel Isadora Orlean* Brian Christopher Pernell Liam J. Perry* Noa Abigail Perry* Justin Samuel Pilloff Rachel Margaret Pomeranets* Maiya Sophia Ponsky* Jordan Hope Popovsky* Roxanne Evelyn Popovsky Casey Devin Posner* Scott Powers Yury Pozdneev* Martha Anastasia Pristash Alexander J. Proels* Harrison Pyner Nina Mary Regalbuto* Annabella Hope Rico* John Rodgers Cameron John Rogers* Benjamin Zvi Rosenberg* Maren Rani Rosenberg
Lauren Beth Rosenblatt* Adam Joseph Rosenthal* Joshua Mango Saliba Rosalind Kai Sanders* Mahogany Camille Sanford Omer Sarig* Eddy Sauvinsky Jacob Schechtman* Bryanna Paige Schleifer Anna-lise Petronella Schoellkopf* Ralin Harrison Scott Edmund Searby Armon Jesse Sekhavat* Matthew Eli Sigel* Braelyn Julia Singer* Brooke M. Singer* Victoria Clarisse Slodov* Nicole Lezlie Smith Amanda Spencer Demont Stallworth Samuel Cholley Stover Sophia Kathryn Suh* Logan Matthew Szachury Jordan Alysse Szymanski Kayla Marie Takacs Marcus Krish Tate Dana Saleh Terkawi Katerina Elizabeth Tzefronis* Olivia Joyce Tzefronis* Maris Andris Usis* Kennedy Amber Vickers* Nicholas Ezra Walters Diante M. White Connor William Whiteman* Jalen Lamar Williams Jordan A. Willis Amber Yvette Yancy Elliott Myron Yankelevich* Zoey Nicole Yelsky* Thomas Jamison Zaffiro* Shane Andrew Zwick
College & University Acceptances -Class of 2020 The University of Akron Main Campus The University of Alabama Allegheny College American University Arizona State University-Tempe The University of Arizona Ashland University Baldwin Wallace University Ball State University Belmont University Berklee College of Music Bethany College Boston University Bowling Green State University- Main Brandeis University Bucknell University Butler University California Lutheran University University of California-Berkeley University of California-Davis University of California-Los Angeles University of California-Santa Barbara Capital University Case Western Reserve University Central Connecticut State University Central State University Chapman University Chatham University University of Cincinnati-Main Clarion University of Pennsylvania Clark Atlanta University Clemson University Cleveland State University Colgate University University of Colorado Boulder Colorado College Colorado State University-Fort Collins Columbia College Chicago Concord University Cuyahoga Community College District University of Dayton Denison University University of Denver
DePaul University DePauw University Drexel University Duke University Duquesne University Eastern Michigan University Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Elon University Emory University Endicott College Fashion Institute of Technology Florida State University Fordham University Gannon University George Washington University Georgia Institute of Technology-Main University of Georgia Grove City College Hampton University University of Hawaii at Hilo High Point University Hiram College Hofstra University Howard University Huntingdon College University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Indiana University-Bloomington Iowa State University Ithaca College Jacksonville University John Carroll University Kent State University at Kent Kent State University at Geauga University of Kentucky Kenyon College Lake Erie College Lake Forest College Lakeland Community College LIM College Loyola Marymount University Loyola University Chicago Lynn University Marquette University University of Maryland-College Park
College & University Acceptances -Class of 2020 Marymount Manhattan College University of Massachusetts-Amherst Mercyhurst University Miami University-Oxford Michigan State University University of Michigan-Ann Arbor University of Michigan-Dearborn Morehouse College Morgan State University University of Nevada-Reno The University of North Carolina Chapel Hill North Carolina State University at Raleigh Northeastern University Northern Arizona University Northwestern University Notre Dame College Oberlin College Ohio Dominican University Ohio Northern University Ohio University-Main Campus Ohio Wesleyan University Pace University-New York Pennsylvania State University University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Purdue University-Main Campus Purdue University Fort Wayne University of Richmond University of Rochester Rollins College Roosevelt University San Diego State University Savannah College of Art and Design Skidmore College South Carolina State University University of South Carolina-Columbia University of South Florida University of Southern California Spelman College St. John Fisher College St Lawrence University Stetson University Syracuse University The University of Tampa Temple University
Tennessee State University The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Texas Christian University The University of Texas at Austin The New School - All Divisions The Ohio State University The Ohio State University at Lima The Ohio State University at Mansfield The Ohio State University at Newark Thiel College Tiffin University University of Toledo Tulane University of Louisiana University at Buffalo The State University of New York University of Mount Union University of Oregon University of Utah Valparaiso University Vanderbilt University Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology University of Vermont Virginia Tech University of Virginia-Main Campus Walsh University Washington & Jefferson College Washington University in St Louis University of Washington, Seattle West Virginia University Westminster College - UT Willamette University University of Wisconsin-Madison The College of Wooster Xavier University Xavier University of Louisiana Youngstown State University
faculty Colleen Angel Art
Kathleen Gempel Science
Patrick McNulty English
Adam Bechlem Science
Ciara Hauber English
Carla Nazelli Special Education
Rita Balys World Languages
Todd Bennett Resource Officer Jessalyn Boeke English
Renee Borgione Writing Coach
William Brochak Science John Bulchik Social Studies
Mark Burkhart Social Studies
Kathy Castrataro Occupational Therapy David Chordas Social Studies
Erin Cingel Computer Science & Applications Courtnay Cirino Social Studies Rick Clark Math
Ship Collins Health
Melissa Conrad Art
Denise Coreno Special Education Marty Derrick Math
Gary DiBianca World Languages Sandra Drvenkar Science
Brandon DuVall Instrumental Music Arianna Elder Special Education
Rebecca Ellsworth Orchestra Jessica Fairchild Math
Dominic Favazzo Guidance
Kathleen Frazier Gifted & Talented
Nicholas Gerhard Math
Carrie Hicks Science
Mark Jones Technology Education Jon Keller Social Studies Ryan Kerns Art
Mark Kimball Social Studies
Michael Klubnik Science
Sue Kluchar Physical Education Cody Kovach Math
Adam Kriwinsky English
Kelly Mendoza Speech & Language
Christine Noy Transition to Work Eric Oberster Math Frank Peters Science
Megan Petronsky College Placement David Polster English
Alison Pool World Languages Ed Ralls Math
Jon Rice Science
Jake Robinson Instrumental Music
Michelle Kuhlman Resource
Lauren Sajovie Special Education
Kim Lentz Math
Justin Snook Science
Kelly Loschelder Math
Jack Soukenik Athletic Trainer
Tara Mack World Languages
Edie Ungar-Shafron Psychologist
Melissa Martin Special Education
Ashen Ward Special Education
Aaron Mayer Technology Education
Robert Wright Special Education
Ryan McMonigle Technology Education
Yang Yang World Languages
Kelly Kuty English
Charles Saulter Social Studies
Miranda Lobas English
Paula Snyder Vocal Music
Emily Macias World Languages
Vikas Turakhia English
Gary Mangan Social Studies
Kay Voss-Hoynes ESL
Mary Massey Nurse
Dan Whitely Studio Art & Design
Amanda McDonald Guidance
Kay Voss-Hoynes ESL
Joanna McNally Media Specialist
LIVING IN THE PRESENT CELEBRATING The class of 2020
Danish philosopher, Søren Kierkegaard, once said, “Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.” For the Orange High School Class of 2020, this quote could not possibly resonate more. With so many bright futures ahead, this year’s graduating class is quite extraordinary, as every student takes a step into the unknown. Orange High School has been our home for the past 4 years of our lives and has helped to embody who we are as students, dreamers, and individuals. Although the ending to our senior year was far from perfect, we finally made it to the finish line. From the 5th grade clap out to our 8th-grade graduation, our schooling careers have led us to this very moment. While it may seem like this is the end of such a large part of our lives, it is far from that. This is simply the beginning of a new chapter for every one of us. As we are sitting in our homes, surrounded by our loving families, watching this virtual ceremony we can all be proud of what we have accomplished. Class of 2020 is truly extraordinary and will continue to be in the years to come. After spending around 13 years together, we have worked remarkably hard to reach this day. Regardless of all of our hard work, we could not have done it all on our own. Our teachers, families, friends, and many more have been there every day to help us succeed. Whether it's staying after school for extra help or phoning a friend late at night for some extra studying, our entire community has supported us all this time. Regardless of having a 2020 vision, everyone saw the potential our class had to accomplish extraordinary feats. Our graduates will look to discover a new path at 65 different colleges across 20 states and 2 countries. As we all look to embark on our new journeys, we can only look back and smile on our time at Orange High School. Our past has shaped us into the people we are today. While we may learn from the past and plan for the future, the present is where we truly live.
Senior CLass of 2020
(September 2019)
Alma Mater
Fair Orange (Tune “Fair Hotchkiss” or “Friendship”)
Fair Orange, we, thy loyal ones, Where’er in life our journey runs Shall cherish all the mem’ries dear That cluster round our sojourn here Fair Orange, though we come and go While o’er thy walls the ivies grow, We still shall love thee and be true To our old school, fair Orange, to you.
Special Thanks Braelyn Singer & Adam Rosenthal....................................................Program Articles OHS Faculty and Staff...................................... Leading and Supporting Class of 2020 Program Photography..................................... Orange Communications Department Video Production..... Classic Teleproductions & Orange Communications Department
Congratulations! Class of 2020