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The Pine-Richland School Board approved two changes to the 2024-2025 Academic Calendar, including the addition of Monday, January 20, as a day off for students, and moving the day off scheduled for Monday, May 5, to Friday, May 2.
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Senior Niharika Nadipalli recently spoke at a legislative briefing in Harrisburg. Nia, a member of the Phipps’ Youth Climate Advocacy Committee, spoke on October 2 about the effects of radon on youth in her effort to help pass Senate Bill 1328.
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The district welcomes back Dr. C. Thomas Brophy for a presentation on Drug, Alcohol and Vaping Prevention and Intervention scheduled for Wednesday, October 23, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, in the Pine-Richland High School Auditorium.
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The second issue covers homecoming and student life and includes a feature story on Joe Strobel.
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Last month, Custodian Mr. Joe Strobel was recognized for his heroic actions at a local restaurant when he successfully performed the Heimlich maneuver on a choking diner. As part of his recognition, Mr. Strobel was interviewed by Mrs. Leticia Harshman's journalism class.
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PRHS' Student Government is collecting new or gently used clothing to donate to Harvest Street Mission. Donate to enter a raffle to win prizes.
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Join A.W. Beattie for their Fall Open House on Monday, October 14, from 5:15 pm - 7:00 pm.
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Financial Aid Night will be held virtually on Tuesday, October 15, at 7:00 pm.
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Pine-Richland School District celebrated Homecoming on Friday, September 27. Senior Tiffany Gathers was named Homecoming Queen, while senior Maura Sciullo was named first runner-up and senior Mackenzie Mercuri was named second runner-up.
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Ninth-graders Tisha Joshi and Abheek Tuladhar have earned the highest scores in the state of Pennsylvania on practical piano performance examinations administered by the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto.
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It's time to order your high school yearbook! Yearbooks are $60 through the end of October. See deadlines and guidelines for senior photos and ads.
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Last Sunday, Pine-Richland High School Custodian Joe Strobel became a hero after successfully performing the Heimlich on a fellow restaurant patron.
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Seniors Charlie Ozelski, Thomas DeVito, Heath Cwynar, Tim Peng and Sean Burk were announced last week as earning this prestigious recognition.
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All juniors are required to take the free PSAT on October 22. Sophomores may register for $18. Click the headline for more details including what materials are needed on test day. Registration closed on September 30.
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Sophomore Rana Osuri-Gershon participated in this summer's EcoLeader Academy through Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. Learn more about Rana's interest and experience through an interview with Youth Express.