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MAY 29, 2024
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
VOL LX • NO 23
An opportunity to make an impact
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n the evening of May 16, 17 Pequea Valley High School (PVHS) seniors, their family members, and an invited teacher gathered in the school auditorium. The purpose of the event, called the Best of the Class of 2024, was to honor students who represented the top 15% of graduates academically. The best of the class of 2024 was represented by Nicholas Ammon, Sean Ammon, Victoria Beiler, Myles Furlong, Nathan Gehman, Owen Hartmann, Annika Hofstetter, Alyssa Johnston, Lauren King, Hannah McGowan, Alyson Runner, Marina Sassaman, Grant Shaubach, Julia Spade, Shania Stoltzfus, Ivy Swann, and Gabrielle Troupe. Jason Davis, school counselor, welcomed the group, noting that the students were worthy of the honor. “These scholars have exemplified dedication, hard work, and perseverance throughout their high school careers,” he
said. “Despite various obstacles, they continued to consistently perform at an academically high level.” He concluded by asking for a round of applause. A ssistant principal Amy Koberstein spoke to the parents and students about the importance of directed routine and showing up. She related these characteristics to the making of a proper bed, noting that this discipline can provide a sense of accomplishment and prepare one for the challenges ahead. “Seemingly mundane tasks can significantly impact one’s days and long-term success,” she pointed out, adding that of the 3,060 days the 17 students had to show up to high school, their attendance reached a level of 97%. A ssistant super intendent Rich Eby offered recognition from the school. He quickly pointed out that the 97% attendance rate was 13% above the state average. Eby noted that as the students leave PVHS, they will meet challenges. “You will
The Best of the Class of 2024 at Pequea Valley High School were honored on May 16.
have a phenomenal opportunity to make an impact on the next generation,” he said. “The impact you will have on each person you come into contact with (can leave) them in a better place than when they originally met you.” Eby advised, “Let compassion for people be your guiding principle. Never
underestimate the monumental impact you have the ability to make.” Bryant Ferris, Pequea Valley School District board vice president, offered the final remarks, likening the challenges of life to the skills needed to hit a baseball. “Are any of you baseball fans? Philly fans?” he asked.
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“ We are keeping (Lunch & Learns) really similar (to last year),” said Karla Beiler, elementary programs director with The Factor y Ministries. Lunch & Learns give Pequea Valley-area children an opportunity to enjoy a free lunch and to take part in group games, STEM activities, crafts, gross motor activities, reading enrichment, and more. During the summer of 2024, Lunch & Learns will take place in Paradise Park, 6 London Vale Road, Gordonville, on Wednesdays from July 10 to 31, Aug. 7
In 2010, Jason and Amanda Stoltzfus journeyed to Haiti as part of a team offering relief following the devastating earthquake that had struck there. “They went there expecting to be serving short term,” said Dave Smucker, executive director of Alliance Network, of the organization’s trusted commission partners in Haiti. The newlyweds met a young Haitian boy whose parents had been killed in the earthquake. “They began caring Paradise Road
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“The lesson that baseball gives us is that you will be much more prepared for the life events that come your way if you can learn to hit a curveball.” PVHS scheduled graduation exercises for 115 members of the Class of 2024 for Wednesday, May 29, at 6 p.m. at Calvary Church in Lancaster.
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