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From the Foundation Board

Making a Difference for Today’s Students, Celebrating a Proud Legacy There’s a lot of excitement to share in this issue of Foundation. The SCASD Education Foundation is making great progress in growing a strong community of supporters who want to make a difference in the lives of current students. Individuals, families and businesses are investing in giving today’s students the opportunities they need to succeed. When you give to the Foundation, you directly impact the life of a student. What an incredible opportunity for all of us who care about strong public schools! I’m proud to announce in this issue the inaugural honorees for the newly formed Maroon & Gray Society. These individuals and one athletic team were nominated by the community and selected by a group of more than 20 community members and alumni. They will be joined by all Distinguished Alumni, honored previously by the State High Alumni Association, in their induction in the Maroon & Gray Society at our first annual event on May 19, 2018. Even more exciting, proceeds from this event will benefit the State High Marching Band uniform fund. Every year, the Maroon & Gray Society Gala will benefit a new priority area within the District. The Foundation is honored to support the marching band this year.

Inside… About the Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . 3 The Maroon & Gray Society . . . . . . . 4 Success for Every Student. . . . . . . . 8 Building Our Foundation. . . . . . . . . . 9 The Foundation in Action . . . . . . . . . 11

SCASD Education Foundation Board Members Chris Buchignani

Paul Olivett

Enjoy these stories and more in this issue! Thank you for your support and commitment to the students in our school district!

Penni Fishbaine

Executive Director

Michelle Frisco

Dr. Robert J. O'Donnell

Sincerely,

Carol Grim Doug Loviscky

Douglas C. Loviscky SCASD Education Foundation President

Ann McGlaughlin

Superintendent of Schools

Randy Brown

Finance and Operations Officer/Open Records Officer

Mary Kay Montovino

Contact Us SCASD Education Foundation 240 Villa Crest Drive, State College, PA 16801 814-883-8067 | www.scasdfoundation.org Paul Olivett: pgo11@scasd.org 2 | The Foundation

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About the SCASD Foundation

Our Mission

Our Vision

The State College Area School District Education Foundation is committed to enhancing the educational experience of students within the State College Area School District by providing financial support for innovative learning opportunities.

An enriching educational experience that challenges and inspires every student to reach his or her full potential.

Meet Our Newest Board Member Mary Kay Montovino was born and raised in State College and is a 1973 State High alum. She attended South Hills Business School and upon graduating, worked at the State High Main Office for many years. Q: What is your connection to the district? A: After working at Penn State for a number of years, I returned to SCASD to work as a secretary in the Reading Center, Radio Park Elementary School, Personnel Office, Mount Nittany Middle School, Accounting Office and the Assistant Superintendentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office. I completed my 37-year career as a SCASD employee, retiring on June 30, 2017. My husband and both of my children also graduated from State College Area High School.

Q: What was your inspiration for joining the board? A: SCASD has been part of my life since kindergarten. Joining the Foundation Board is a way for me to stay involved with a wonderful school district and hopefully continue to provide service. Q: What do you hope to help accomplish by being a part of the foundation board? A: I hope that my vast experience as an employee will help the Foundation bring awareness to the community regarding the many opportunities that are available to our students, and in turn, benefit the district. Q: What unique trait or experience do you bring to the board? A: Having worked in many different environments in the district, I hope to bring a knowledge of the district, as well as the history of the district and community, to the board.

Read more about Mary Kay's connection to the district, at www.scasdfoundation.org/about/leadership.html

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Ways to Give You can make your contribution: 1. Online at www. scasdfoundation.org. 2. Through a planned gift, such as a bequest, by naming the State College Area School District Education Foundation as the beneficiary in your retirement or life insurance plan, or by leaving gifts of property or real estate to the SCASD Education Foundation upon your passing. Contact Executive Director Paul Olivett at 814-883-8067 or pgo11@scasd.org for more information on planned giving opportunities. 3. By responding to requests for support through the mail.

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The Maroon & Gray Society

Your Inaugural Class of Maroon & Gray Society Honorees The SCASD Education Foundation is proud to announce the inaugural group of honorees for the newly-formed Maroon & Gray Society. Selected from a pool of 60-plus nominations, the inaugural class includes: • Marion Bressler, Lifelong Educator, Innovator And Author • Steve Gentry, Alum, Track Star and Beloved Coach • Carol Gentry, Beloved High School English Teacher • Joe Boris, Teacher of 40 Years, Commissioner of the Intramural Basketball Association • Rich Victor, Award-Winning Music Educator • Matthew Berrena, Alum, Honored Veteran • Bob Drafall, Music Coordinator, Celebrated Choir Director • The 1979 Baseball Team “State High has been home to so many remarkable alumni, educators, influencers and stand-out teams and groups. We wanted to find a way to honor these individuals while also supporting today’s students,” says Foundation President Doug

The Achievements and Contributions of Our Inaugural Class Marion Bressler (Posthumous) Bressler taught History from 1960 to 1983 and was credited with introducing AP History to State High. She also served as SCAEA president for several years. Moving to State College in 1951, Bressler taught American History at Penn State until 1959, when she started working at State College Area High School. After introducing the AP program to SCAHS, making it one of the first public high schools in the country to adopt the Educational Testing Service curriculum, she joined ETS as a consultant. While still a full-time SCAHS faculty member, she additionally taught in the Penn State Continuing Education program, and a PSU summer graduate course. She co-authored two books with her husband and, in her free time, tutored members of the PSU football team. Bressler retired in 1983, but continued on as a regular 4 | The Foundation

Loviscky. The Maroon & Gray Society will recognize: • SCASD alumni of exemplary character who’ve made significant contributions to their professions, their

“State High has been home to so many remarkable alumni, educators, influencers and stand-out teams and groups. we wanted to find a way to honor these individuals while also supporting today’s students.” communities or society in general • Retired staff and community members who’ve made significant contributions to the district • Athletic teams or district groups (e.g. DECA, Band, academic club) that have a significant impact on the community or make noteworthy accomplishments while at State High substitute teacher and ETS consultant. She also designed and taught courses for the Community Academy for Lifelong Learning, through her 90s. In 2000, she was honored as a Central Pennsylvania Living Legend in education, by the Centre County Bicentennial Committee. According to former student, Woodrow Deitrich, who nominated her for inclusion in the Maroon & Gray Society, “Mrs. Bressler was an outstanding and memorable teacher of AP History for decades. Among the many students she influenced was the famed political scientist, Francis Fukuyama (Class of 1970). Mrs. Bressler accepted any student interested in attempting college-level work in history, not just the elite students. She graded huge numbers of written blue-book exams, reading all of them twice to determine a fair grade for each student. She was the most devoted teacher you could imagine.”

Steve Gentry '65 Gentry, a standout on the track and cross-country teams during his State High days, has always maintained close ties with the school. His skill in the sports — including winning two state titles in cross-country and the 1965 state championship www.scasdfoundation.org

The Maroon & Gray Society in the mile — earned him a spot on both teams at Penn State. After graduation, Gentry and his wife Carol made their way back to SCASD, both teaching in the district for 30 years. Gentry was the head women’s track and field and cross-country coach at State High for 21 years. During his tenure, he led his teams to five PIAA 3A cross-country championships, one PIAA outdoor track title and one PTFCA Indoor Title. The cross-country team thrived under his leadership, proven by their 17-year stretch of placing in the top four. Though now retired, Gentry is still an avid supporter of the district and other community athletics programs. “The personal athletic accomplishments of Steve while a State High student alone could be enough for being honored in the Society, but what he went on to do for the school after his time as a student is even more impressive,” say Steve Shisler and Chuck Loviscky, who nominated Gentry for the Maroon & Gray Society. “His contribution to the improvement of the community is unquestioned.”

Carol Gentry Carol Gentry taught English in the high school from 1969 to 1999, and was beloved by her students and fellow teachers. “Mrs. Gentry had a huge impact on all of her 10th-grade English students. She went above and beyond to make class interesting, exciting, engaging and applicable to our lives,” says one former student. “Though I had her 21 years ago, the lessons she taught about language and life are still with me. As a teacher myself, I carry with me the examples of all of the great teachers that I had at SCASD. Her example of humor, caring and high expectations is one that I think back to often with great fondness.”

Joe Boris After graduating from Penn State, Boris became a teacher at State High, focusing on social studies subjects for the sophomore, junior and senior classes, then adding sociology to his repertoire. “Joe has been an amazing role model for all of his students,” says Robin Smith Chiavetta ’83, a former student who nominated Boris. “He really gave us someone to look up to! I had a lot of wonderful teachers through the years, but I think he stands out. He continued to make a difference long after I left, and, from what I can see, still does www.scasdfoundation.org

even after retirement.” Chiavetta’s words ring true. After 40 years of teaching, Joe Boris still hasn’t gotten his fill of State High. Though he’s retired, Boris spends much of his time continuing to work with students at State High school in his role as commissioner of the Intramural Basketball Association (I.M.B.A.), which he’s held for nearly three decades. Since taking over the team in 1990, Boris transformed the program from a mere 48 players to a thriving program that boasts 270 players and makes up two divisions of 12 teams each. As commissioner, Boris is able to continue to mentor students and keep building his legacy.

Rich Victor Rich Victor has led a distinguished career in music education history, much of which was spent at SCASD. He began teaching at State High in 1975, eventually becoming the music coordinator in 1988 until he retired in June 2011. In that role, Victor supervised the activities of 25 music teachers in 13 buildings. Under his leadership, the district was recognized nine times as one of the Best Communities for Music Education in America, and in 2005, 2006 and 2007, State College Area High School was named a Grammy Signature School. Continued on Pg. 6

You’re Invited! WHAT: MAROON & GRAY SOCIETY GALA WHERE: Ramada State College Hotel & Conference Center, 1450 S Atherton St., State College, PA 16801 WHEN: May 19, 2018 Ticket information will be released after Jan. 1.

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The Maroon & Gray Society Victor also served as the high school band director, heading up four different concert bands, Marching Band, Jazz Band and Musical Pit Orchestra. Though he retired from the district, his career is still going strong. He is the chair for the NAfME Council for Jazz Education and frequently serves as a clinician, consultant and featured speaker for school districts and music events throughout Pennsylvania. Other accolades include: • James R. Stewart Distinguished Service Award from the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association in 2007 • 2008 recipient of the Walter J. DeLacy Excellence in Instruction Award given for Outstanding Service to Public Education • the first recipient of the Penn State School of Music Outstanding Music Educator Award in 2009 • 2010 PA State Representative for School Band & Orchestra’s “Fifty Directors That Make a Difference” • “Bandmaster of the Year” for the Nu Chapter of Phi Beta Mu in 2011 • PMEA District 4 Distinguished Service Award in 2012

Matthew Berrena '79 Matthew Berrena led a distinguished military career after graduating from State High. He retired in 2001 as a sergeant major after 22 years as an elite Army Ranger. Berrena’s missions over the years included the invasions of Grenada in 1983 and Panama in 1989, in addition to fighting in Operation Desert Storm against Iraqi forces in 1991 and later that year serving as a rifle platoon leader in Operation Iris Gold along the border between Kuwait and Iraq. In 2013, he was inducted into the Ranger Hall of Fame at

Fort Benning, Ga., taking his much-deserved place among 336 other members — from various different eras — honored for their outstanding and courageous service. Today, Berrena is an active member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church and generously donates his time to their religious education programs. Other contributions include serving as a leader in the Boy Scouts of America, financially supporting the Wounded Warrior Project in State College and participating in the local schools’ celebration of Veterans Day. He has an Associate of Arts degree in business and management and is co-owner of Joseph T. Berrena Mechanicals Inc. He and his wife, Marcia, have two sons, Matthew and Luke.

Bob Drafall Bob Drafall's name often brings a smile to the faces of his former students and those who know him. In 2015, Drafall retired from the district after a 19-year career as the director of choirs, plus a four-year stint as music coordinator following Rich Victor’s retirement in 2011, and he left behind a legacy. “Bob’s talents as an educator touched the lives of so many music students in SCASD, yet he is the most humble man I’ve ever met,” says Alison Geesey, who nominated Draffal. “The legacy he built for the choir program at State High is one of the best in the state of Pennsylvania.” Serving as director of choirs certainly brought a lot of joy to Drafall, but it was quite the time commitment. As the story goes, some days, he didn’t even see the sun — arriving at 7 a.m. and staying until 9 p.m., leading musical rehearsal and fulfilling other after-school duties. These long days inspired what has become a famous State

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The Maroon & Gray Society High anecdote. One of Drafall’s graduating classes — grateful for his commitment and sacrifice — raised the money to have the first window installed in his classroom just so he could catch a glimpse of the outside world during long days. “His amazing gift was caring about everyone, and establishing a safe and nurturing environment that brought diverse young people together into a common goal,” says Patrese Huff. “Students under his direction came to a powerful unity of purpose as they worked hard toward musical excellence and harmony of spirit.”

The 1979 Baseball Team State College Area High School won its only state title in 1979, under Coach Ken Barto, but the accolades weren’t the only thing the members of this team walked away with. “Coach Barto instilled a strong work ethic in our team. His standards for behavior and attitude served us well during our high school years and throughout our lives. When the team got together for a benefit game, you could see that the bonds created among these teammates were still as strong as they were in ’79,” says nominator Robin (Stump) Bastress. l

Bullying Prevention and Intervention for Our Children How SCASD Addresses Bullying Within Our Schools According to the National Center for Educational Statistics (2016), at least one out of every five students reports being bullied. Schools around the country are taking on the challenge to stop bullying. “Bullying is a problem no matter how often, large or small,” states Jeanne Knouse, director of student services in the district. She most often sees bullying through cyberbullying and verbal insults and putdowns. State High head counselor, Sue Marshall, agrees. “We know there is bullying within the high school since students have reported it on our surveys. I believe that the experience of bullying is different for everyone, depending on their own circumstances and how the bullying is carried out and perceived.”

Fighting an Unreported Problem Perhaps the biggest challenge for faculty, staff and administrators, is students' hesitancy to report bullying. “It often goes unmentioned to or unnoticed by adults since it is done in very covert ways,” Marshall explains. “This exacerbates the problem.” While some students are hesitant to report bullying, there are policies in place to help those that do. Counselors at all levels of the District are there to support a bullied student, as well as discuss ways to improve relationships. “We are often the first person a student confides in,” states Marshall. “We can help that student understand what may be going on and sort out

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their options to deal with the bullying. We walk them through the process of taking this to an administrator, a school resource officer or others as needed.”

Letting someone (who has the skills and knowledge about how to help) know what is going on is an important first step. Avoiding the situation is often not the best solution.

Resources Beyond SCASD Students are not limited to just counselors. “A student who feels bullied can tell a trusted adult at home or at school,” Marshall advises. “Letting someone (who has the skills and knowledge about how to help) know what is going on is an important first step. Avoiding the situation is often not the best solution.” Marshall encourages all students to become part of Continued on Pg. 8 The Foundation | 7

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Bullying Prevention… the solution. “Peers who step in as bystanders often have tremendous power over stopping bullying behavior, but they too need help, support and training to do this.” This includes: • teaching students how to stand up to others who bully; • teaching strategies for staying safe when doing this; • and urging students to help others by showing kindness and getting help with or for them. While there are the obvious actions of a bully, Marshall reminds us that sometimes bullying behaviors don’t necessarily fit the traditional definition. “These instances may include peer conflicts, dating violence, hazing and stalking. Just because they don’t necessarily fit the definition, does not mean that they are any less serious or require less attention than bullying. Rather, these behaviors require different prevention and response strategies like mediation, restorative conversations, education, police intervention and family involvement, etc.”

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A Bully-Free Learning Environment is a Student’s Right The District’s stance on bullying is stressed through its disciplinary student code of conduct, indicating that bullying is, at minimum, a Level 3 offense. Additionally, the District recently added the School Climate/ Inclusive Excellence Policy, adopted in January, stating that “each District school and program should support and promote teaching and learning environments in which all students can succeed, both academically and socially; have a strong and meaningful voice; and are prepared for a democratic life and successful transition into the 21st century workplace. A positive school climate is an essential element of achieving these goals.” Educators and parents alike can play a critical role in showing students that bullying will not be tolerated. Together, we can create an environment where all students feel safe and supported. l

For Parents... Is your child being bullied at school?

Is your child the bully?

Stopbullying.gov says to watch for the following signs that your child may be dealing with a bully:

Prevention starts at home. These are potential signs your child may be causing problems for others:

• Unexplainable injuries

• Incidences of physical or verbal fights

• Lost or destroyed clothing, books, electronics, or jewelry

• Having friends who bully others

• Frequent headaches or stomach aches, feeling sick or faking illness

• Increasing aggression

• Changes in eating habits, like suddenly skipping meals or binge eating. Kids may come home from school hungry because they did not eat lunch.

• Unexplained appearance of extra money or new belongings

• Difficulty sleeping or frequent nightmares • Declining grades, loss of interest in schoolwork, or not wanting to go to school • Sudden loss of friends or avoidance of social situations • Feelings of helplessness or decreased self esteem

• Frequent trips to the principal’s office or detention • Placing blame on others for issues at school • A lack of responsibility for actions • Increased competition and worry about reputation or popularity Access more bullying resources, at www.scasd.org/ Page/839.

• Self-destructive behaviors such as running away from home, harming themselves, or talking about suicide 8 | The Foundation

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Building On Our Strong Foundation

Students and Faculty Shine In and Out of the Classroom

The school ranked in the Top 15 percent of all schools in making progress over the past five years on closing the performance gap on reading and math tests.

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Janie Brown’s first grade class at Lemont. The U.S. Department of Education named Houserville/Lemont Elementary as a National B lue Ribbon School this year. Photo by Nabil K. Mark/SCASD

It also ranked in the Top 40 percent of all schools in the state in performance on reading and math tests.

Principal Todd Dishong says "We wan t to bask in the sunshine of this acknowledgment, but we still have a lot of work, a lot of growth." Photo by Nabil K. Mark/SCASD

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Building On Our Strong Foundation ro works with students at Lemont Elementary.

Left: First grade teacher Megan Ianie

on the first day of the

Below: Students arrive at State High -18 school year. Photos by Nabil K. Mark/SCASD

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The State College Area Hig h School Marching Band during the firs t day opening ceremony at Mount Nittany Ele mentary School. Photo by Nabil K. Mark/SCASD

State College Area High School Career and Technical Center, agricultural sciences teacher Paul Heasley works on welding with students in his class. Photo by Nabil K. Mark/SCASD

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Lacrosse Student-Athletes Enjoy Long-Term Benefits of Donor Generosity Parent Volunteer Secures $1,000 Gift The Sheehan family is an athletic bunch. Oldest son, Jack ’17, played on the lacrosse team at State High. After being recruited to play college lacrosse at numerous schools, he chose Serrum College in Virginia. Youngest son, Elliot, is a sophomore at State High. He had the opportunity to play alongside his brother on the lacrosse team last year, a very special experience according to their father, John. Elliot is also a cross-country runner, competitive skier and sophomore class vice president. John works for the pharmaceutical company Pfizer, and recently took advantage of the company's unique corporate giving program. If a Pfizer employee volunteers 72 hours, the company donates $1,000 to the charity of the volunteer’s choice. In this way, Sheehan was able to make a donation through the 501(c)3 SCASD Education Foundation toward new lacrosse uniforms, enabling the team to purchase their first new uniforms in eight years. “I coached [Jack] in ice hockey, soccer and lacrosse,” says John. “In order for Pfizer to help with the $1,000 donation, I must volunteer at least 72 hours of my time each year to a non-profit organization. Whether it was volunteer coaching or with my volunteering with the Boys Lacrosse Booster Club, I was happy to put in well over those 72 hours.” John has also made donations through the program to Centre Soccer and the State College Youth Ice Hockey Association.

Lacrosse on the Rise The lacrosse team at State High has been active since the spring of 2004. They have grown from a team of 13 players to a fullfledged varsity and junior varsity program with 48 players. The team has been to the state quarterfinals twice and the playoffs www.scasdfoundation.org

every year since it became a varsity sport in 2009. Lacrosse is gaining popularity, especially with high schoolers. According to statistics, lacrosse has had the highest growth of popularity among high school sports, in schools that have a student population over 10,000. “Lacrosse has been a passion of mine since moving here and starting the program in 2004,” says State High Athletic Director Chris Weakland. “When I look back at where we have come from as a program, I am astounded by the people who have helped to make this a reality in our community and school.” Both Weakland and Sheehan see a correlation between academic success and athletic involvement. “As a teacher, I do see students who learn the value of sports and they do tend to do better at balancing time and focusing,” says Weakland. “Often we hear about students developing grit, and sports does just that, which is a skill that lasts forever.”

When I look back at where we have come from as a program, I am astounded by the people who have helped to make this a reality in our community and school. “I like team sports specifically because, when a group of individuals work together to accomplish a common goal, I think it makes winning more special,” says Sheehan. “More importantly I think it teaches a life lesson. You have to work together with people in the world. It’s not just limited to sports obviously. If you can figure out how to work with different people with different strengths and capabilities in the sports field, then you can take that lesson from sports into whatever field you choose professionally.” “I would like to personally thank John for his contribution in getting this grant,” adds Weakland. “John represents the best part of parental involvement in sports through active rolemodeling and being helpful to the coaches and the team.” l The Foundation | 11

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Donor Gift Inspires Future Career Opportunities for State High Students Technology Education and STEM students can now access the latest and greatest in 3D printing “Industry-wide, aerospace companies need roughly 10,000 people over the next 10 years to get into 3D printing,” says State High STEM instructor Troy Alesi. “There is also a statistic that 10-15 universities will have additive manufacturing as a major under the engineering branch…Statistics show that individuals who have a bachelors in this degree will make 50 percent more than their counterparts in other fields of engineering. In the future, they are also going to need additive engineers to create organs such as kidneys and tissues (things like cartilage) in the bio-engineering sector. They can’t get people in there fast enough.” Foundation gifts have helped bring 3D printing to State High. With the combined efforts of Alesi and Director of Career and Technical Center Sharon Perry, as well as Penn State professor Tim Simpson, the school procured an Ultimaker 3, the latest version of the Ultimaker series of 3D printers.

Clara Plutzer and her peers are making everything from concept models for video games to architectural designs, all with the help of the new 3D printer.

Whether students go straight to work, to the military or for further education, all will come into contact with technology and need to be nimble enough and comfortable enough to stay current...

“We’ve done everything from concept models for video games, architectural designs, mechanical designs or general concept prototypes for challenge projects. My advanced classes are designing a solar boat/car hybrid. They have to come up with 3D printed parts, whether it’s paddle wheels, propellers, regular wheels, to make it run on land, but then it has to be converted to make it move in the water as well,” says Alesi. Projects like these are directly related to many engineering and design fields, and are preparing students for careers in competitive industries.

The applications of 3D printing are limitless and are growing by the minute. Alesi explains the materials students use in 3D printing. “Our main materials used are plastic- or polymer-based. We also experiment with different formulations of plastic. There are polymer materials that are chemical resistant so you can create things that can contain gas or other chemicals, or a polymer filament that has embedded wood so it takes on the properties of wood and can be sanded, stained or finished. You could make knobs or containers, for example, or carbon fiber materials that are lightweight, yet strong,” he says. 12 | The Foundation

The Future of 3D Printing • Aerospace companies need roughly 10,000 people over the next 10 years, all trained in 3D printing • 10-15 universities are planning degree programs for additive manufacturing (3D printing) • Having a bachelors in additive manufacturing could result in 50% higher earnings than having a bachelors in other fields of engineering www.scasdfoundation.org

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Foundation Secures New EITC Funding: Students Benefit From Business Support Through Tax Credit Program A big thanks to Comcast for awarding $15,000 in Educational Improvement Tax Credit to the SCASD Education Foundation! Comcast is just one of several brands to partner with the Foundation to provide additional funding to local students and school programming. The EITC program makes it possible for eligible businesses in the state of Pennsylvania to earn tax credits when they give to the SCASD Education Foundation and similar organizations. Establishing a 501(c)3 education

Donor Gift Inspires… Regardless of what field a student goes into, though, Perry says access to this kind of technical equipment is vital.

It is important that students are thoroughly exposed to different technologies so that they can make informed decisions about their future career paths.

“Tech opportunities can be defined in many ways, but our students are digital natives. Whether students go straight to work, to the military or for further education, all will come into contact with technology and need to be nimble enough and comfortable enough to stay current, as well as future-focused,” she says. “Today’s youth will continue to interact with technology in their personal lives, as well as in their eventual careers. It is important to us that they are thoroughly exposed to different technologies so that they can make informed decisions about their future career paths.” l www.scasdfoundation.org

foundation has allowed SCASD to secure donations through this Commonwealth program. EITC funds given to the Foundation assist the district with covering the costs of the Oracle Academy and International Baccalaureate Programme. The former is a globally-focused computer science curriculum, while the latter is an academically advanced multi-year curriculum recognized world-wide. Learn more about the EITC program and how your business can participate! Contact executive director of the SCASD Education Foundation Paul Olivett at pgo11@scasd.org. l

Congratulations to State High Alum Hunter Swisher! State High alum Hunter Swisher is a recent winner of the Ben Franklin BIG IDEA contest. His innovative company, Phospholutions, which develops products that control the release of fertilizer in turf, caught the eye of the judges, winning first place. Swisher was awarded $25,000; a pre-seed grant from Ben Franklin valued at up to $10,000; a one-year One startup founder walked away one pass to Ben Franklin's big step closer to his dreams. eMarketing Learning Center seminars, valued at $3,000; and a free consultation on how to access Federal R&D grant money. l

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The Foundation in action Honor Roll of Donors to the Annual Fund The SCASD Education Foundation thanks our generous supporters for contributing to our annual fund! Because of you, we're helping our students reach their potential! Deborah Anderson

Scott Crownover

John Gondak

Mary and Rick Knipe

Jill Anderson

Elizabeth S. Cullin

Shane Gray

Ron and Christine Krasnansky

Jocelyn Anderton

Hector Culver

John Gray

Matthew Avedesian

Curtis Dell

Lester and Rachel Griel

Dov and Amy Bader

Diamonds & Lace Bridal, Inc.

Donald and Cynthia Hahn

Sally Doerrler Payze

Benjamin Haight

Dog Valley Daycare, LLC

Alyssa Bakke Edward Balzer Jack Beck Jeffrey Bergstrom Stanley Bierly Mark Blonski Steven Bodner Ryan Booz

Gail Driban Scott Etter Michael Fenton Chris and Leslie Finton

Dustin Brackbill

Steven and Penni Fishbaine

Randy Brown

Fitted Cuts, LLC

Chris Buchignani

Alexander Fletcher

Buffalo Valley Produce Auction, Inc.

Lara Fowler

Burd’s Landscaping, LLC Nicole Burke John and Mary Anne Cahir

Scott Fozard Fran Fisher & Sons, LLC Friends of Rick Madore Michelle Frisco John Fulton

Thomas Cali

Gregory Gaertner

Dr. Robert Campbell

Benjamin Ganter

Central Penn Vision Associates, PC

Fran Ganter

Centre Foundation, Inc. Seth Clark Kurtis Collins Amber Concepcion Kristin Confer Jennifer Coupland Hansell Crews 14 | The Foundation

Jonathan Ganter Gap Foundation Joseph Gazza Alex Gibberman Norbert Gieros Beth and Lee Giles John Giustozzi

Nittany Office Equipment James Nolte

Barry and Judith Kur

Patrick O’Connor

Gretchen Kuwahara

Robert O’Donnell

John and Ann Lamotte

Kenneth O’Hara

Karl Larson

Paul Olivett

Aman Haque

Barrett Lee

Michael Patterson

Brook Hart

David Lenze

Meghan Hart

Catherine Leonard Hall

PBCI-Allen Mechanical & Electrical

Brady Hart

James Leous

Janice Hawbaker

Qunhua Li

Paul L. Heasley

Matthew Limegrover

Sophie Penney Peno Building Company, Inc. Penoco

Mary T. Hershey

Suzanne Lutz

Susan Heywood

Sapana Mainali

Francis Higdon

Peter Manion

Jeffrey Hodgson Jr.

Karen Marsala

Bradford Holzwarth

Linda Mattern

Carl Pillar

Britta Petrich Caroline Phillips Phoenix Rehabilitation & Health Services

HRI, Inc.

Reed McCormick

Post 245, Inc.

Victoria Huff

Dennis Mcelrath

R. J. Hall Company, Inc.

Altheda Hughes

Sean McWhirter

Matthew Rehring

Gina Ikenberry

Kurt Michelotti

Donna L. Reich-Woolley

Christopher Jones

Mike’s Video, Inc.

Carol Reitz

Diane Jordan

Marjorie Milgrub

Scott Richardson

Vijay Joshi

Tyler Mincemoyer

Tyler Kaluza

John Mitchell

SCAHS Baseball Booster Club

Christopher Kao

Mary Belle Mitten

Ryan Karstetter

Margaret Moose

Jeffrey Kellar

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Pave it Forward:

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Celebrate Your Memorial Field Memories with the Pave it Forward Campaign

Become part of history and pave the way for the future of Memorial Field. Purchase and inscribe a brick on the west-side walkway to Memorial Field along Fraser Street. Donations to Pave it Forward will fund future improvements to Memorial Field. Join the hundreds of alumni and friends of State High who For all of these reasons, and more, we are asking for your suphave already Field, purchased in honor of their venue experiences port. Become of theDistrict permanent history of has Memorial Memorial thebricks 4,000-seat outdoor for at State College Areapart School Athletics, beenField Memorial have now left lasting legacy with a personalized, engraved brick on the west-sidemoments walkway home to Field. wins They and to losses, to atriumph andthrough to heartache, and most importantly, to unforgettable the Pave it Forward leading to the field.have centered on unparalleled teamthat have shapedcampaign. the lives of countless young people. These moments work, personal accomplishment, overcoming adversity, and more as State College students have competed Become part of this history and pave the way for the future of Simply events completeon their home field. Memorial Field has in athletics and gathered for graduation and other significant Memorial Field. Purchase and inscribe a brick on the west-side the form below and other activities. also been a key venue like parades walkway to Memorial Field for alongcommunity Fraser Street. events Donations to Arts Pave Festival, and return it to the it Forward willtofund improvements Memorial Field. who gave Dedicated thefuture memory of State to High graduates their lives address listed within a World Wars I and II, and rededione-time payment cated to honor all those fallen in wars since, Memorial Field serves not just as an athletic complex, but as Memorial Field has been home to wins and to losses, to triumph of $250. The brick a community gathering place where neighbors and friends come together to support the students of State and to heartache, and most importantly, to unforgettable mocampaign is open to College. Currently home to football, soccer, field hockey, and lacrosse, Memorial Field was constructed durments that have shaped the lives of countless young people. individuals, families ing the Great Depression as a Works Progress Administration project and remains situated in the heart of These moments have centered on: and businesses, the Borough of State College. ✓✓ Unparalleled teamwork and will serve as a ✓✓ Personal accomplishments Now you can become part of the permanent history of Memorial Fieldreminder with a of personalized, engraved brick true, permanent ✓✓ Overcoming adversity on the west-side walkway leading to the field. Simply complete the form below the strong community that and return it to the address listed with a one-time payment of $250. The brick campaign is open to College individuals, ✓✓ Celebrating milestones supports the State Area families and businesses, and will serve as a true, permanent reminder of the strong community supports the State College Area School District andthat its students. ✓✓ Bringing the community together School District and its students.

YourYour legacy can live atMemorial Memorial Field. Pave it Forward! legacy can liveforever forever at Field. Pave it Forward! www.scasd.org/buyabrick • 814-231-1021 scasd.org/buyabrick • 814-231-1021

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TheDistrict Districtreserves reservesthe theright rightto to accept, accept, reject or negotiate The negotiatebrick brickinscription inscriptioncontent. content.

Please make checks SchoolDistrict. District.(Donations (Donations bricks deductible to the extent allowed by law.) Please make checkspayable payableto:to:State StateCollege College Area Area School forfor bricks areare taxtax deductible to the extent allowed by law.) Mail check and this form to: State College Area School District Memorial Field Brick Campaign, 131 W. Nittany Ave., State College, PA 16801 Mail check and this form to: State College Area School District Memorial Field Brick Campaign, 240 Villa Crest Drive, State College, PA 16801 or go or gotoonline to scasd.org/buyabrick online www.scasd.org/buyabrick www.scasdfoundation.org The Foundation | 15 894-014

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