Amy Martin to retire
Read Amy Martin's story as she retires at the end of the 2024-25 school year.
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High school Hosts District Wide Art Show
On May 14th, 2025, the annual art show took place in the High School
's Science Commons
's Science Commons
Rotary Career fair: Sophomores get chance to explore different career paths
On April 24, the sophomore class went to the Blair County Convention Center to explore the different jobs and careers that might interest them in the future. Students were sent an email in early February giving them the opportunity to select careers of interest. Students left the building at 11:30 a.m. and returned around 2 p.m.
How a Cabbage Patch doll inspired a teacher’s upcycling passion
When she was seven years old, Introduction to Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) teacher discovered her passion for upcycling. She was determined to make sure her Cabbage Patch doll had the “best wardrobe.” She learned how to sew from her mother, who worked as a tailor, and soon began to make clothes for her doll. Years later, her passion has evolved from that Cabbage Patch doll to her Introduction to FCS sewing unit.
‘The Miracle of Life’: from ‘The Lorax’ Trufulla trees to the Earthkeepers BioBlitz
Earthkeepers club discovers natural world and competes in environmental activities.