Editor's note: Shamokin Area High School asked its graduating seniors to submit a form containing information on their high school careers and college plans. Following are those from students who submitted information to meet the school deadline. Information on those students not listed here is welcome for future publication. Send to The News-Item at 707 N. Rock St., Shamokin 17872, or to editorial@newsitem.com.
Emily Barnes, of Coal Township, a daughter of John and Rosemarie Barnes, plans to attend Lock Haven University to major in psychology. A scholar athlete and an honor roll student, she participated in girls track and field and was captain of the girls varsity soccer team. She was involved in events such as Santa's Sleigh and the Anthracite Festival as part of the interact club and was also a member of the key club. She is employed at Geisinger Medical Center as part of their interim staffing.
Casey Bradigan, a daughter of Sandy and Jeffrey Bradigan, plans to attend Millersville University to major in psychology. She was the recipient of a scholarship from the Shamokin/Coal Township alumni association. She was editor-in-chief of the yearbook, president of the National Honor Society and was involved in band and orchestra. She is employed at Ghezzi's restaurant.
Courtney Brown, of Shamokin, a daughter of Lisa Brown, plans to attend Luzerne County Community College to take general courses in preparation for nursing.
Devin Conrad, of Coal Township, a daughter of Jeffrey and Sandra Conrad, plans to attend Saint Francis University to major in physician assistant sciences. She was a distinguished honors student, a member of the cross country team for three years, a member of the National Honor Society, varsity club, yearbook staff and student council. She was class secretary. She is a volunteer at the Pregnancy Care Center and is employed by Forest Hills Fire Company, Cliff Street Tanning Salon and the National Ticket Company.
Cassidy Coveleski, of Shamokin, a daughter of Robert and Michelle Pancher, plans to attend Lycoming College to study chemistry. A distinguished honors student, she is a member of Bethel Union Chapel of West Cameron Township. Coveleski was president of interact club and Bible club, and was also a member of key club, the National Honor Society and math club. She is employed by Brewser's Sports Bar and Grill and Knoebels Amusement Resort.
Dylan Dombroski, of Coal Township, a son of Larry and Maria Dombroski, plans to attend Kutztown University of Pennsylvania to major in psychology and pre-medicine. He participated in varsity golf and varsity baseball. He was a member of student council, science club and the Indian Times.
Bethany Dressler, of Shamokin, a daughter of Dan and Jenn Dressler, plans to attend Luzerne County Community College to major in criminal justice. She is employed at Palmer's Diner.
Patrick Erickson, of Shamokin, a son of William and Cindy Erickson, plans to attend the University of Pittsburgh to study pharmacy. Erickson was the recipient of the AP Scholar Award, was a distinguished honors student and was a member of the National Honor Society. He lettered in football and track and field and received the Hillside Coaches Gentleman Scholar Athlete Award. He participated in Relay for Life and was a member of science club and student council and was vice president of Students Against Bullying. He is employed by the gift shop department at Knoebels Amusement Resort.
Tyler Ferrara, of Coal Township, a son of Anthony and Heather Ferrara, plans to attend Drexel University to study biology. Ferrara was a distinguished honors student. He lettered in baseball and swimming. He was involved in Envirothon, varsity club, chemistry club, was a member of the National Honor Society and was treasurer of FCS club.
Preston Ford, of Coal Township, a son of John and Marlene Ford, plans to attend Kutztown University as an undecided major. Ford lettered in varsity football for which he received the Ron Raker award and also lettered in varsity track. He was a member of chorale and choir and participated in the musicals. He is employed by Durdach Bros.
Brittany Hamilton, of Sunbury, a daughter of Tawnya and Anthony Hamilton, will attend Lincoln Technical Institute to major in automotive studies. She participated in Skills USA for Collision Repair.
Trey Kohan, of Coal Township, a son of Kristopher and Shannon Kohan, will attend King's College to study criminal justice. Kohan participated in football, basketball and track and field.
Kristin Kozar, of Coal Township, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Rebuck and the late Robert Kozar, will attend Lock Haven University to major in athletic training. She was a member of the National Honor Society. She participated in varsity soccer and varsity track and field. She was an 1864 Club member and was treasurer of the Students Against Bullying Club. She is employed by Masser's Chicken and Ribs.
Angelica Krieger, of Shamokin, a daughter of Maria Hendricks and John Krieger, will attend Bloomsburg University to major in computer forensics. She participated in girls soccer, football cheerleading and was captain of basketball cheerleading. She was a member of the high school orchestra and string ensemble. She is employed by the Elysburg Gun Club.
Ryan Lindenmuth, of Paxinos, a son of Kathleen James and Robert Lindenmuth, is undecided about his future plans. He was a member of the National Junior Honor Society and also participated in chorus.
Emily Manning, of Coal Township, a daughter of Paul and Barbara Manning, plans to work in the admissions office as she attends Bloomsburg University to major in physician assistant sciences. An honor roll student, she was a member of the National Honor Society. She was involved in choir and the musicals.
Hannah Martin, of Shamokin, a daughter of Keith and Karen Martin, plans to attend Kutztown University to study human kinetics. She was treasurer of the National Honor Society and received a $1,500 scholarship from the alumni association. She was captain of the girls varsity basketball team for two years and president of the senior high orchestra.
Kendra Maschuck, of Excelsior, a daughter of Cathy Bainbridge and Paul Maschuck, plans to attend Wilkes University to study biochemistry. She was involved in the community's Amazing Race. She was a member of yearbook, National Honor Society, key club, varsity club and student council, and was president of her class.
Corinthia Mayer, of Ranshaw, a daughter of Rosie and David Mayer, will attend Misericordia University to major in health care management. She was a member of the National Honor Society and participated in dual enrollment. She is employed by Knoebels Amusement Resort.
Shanda Mensch, of Shamokin, a daughter of Kyle and Stacy Smith, plans to attend Luzerne County Community College for one semester and then continue her education at Bloomsburg University to major in social work. She participated as a speaker at a convention for children and youth and helped with VIP.
Tom Nairns, of Shamokin, a son of Brenda and Robert Bland and Robert Nairns, plans to attend Bloomsburg University to major in environmental biology. He was a member of the National Honor Society. He participated in football, wrestling, soccer, indoor track, track and field and indoor soccer. He was also president of the 1864 Club. Nairns is employed by the games department of Knoebels Amusement Resort.
Joshua Papp, of Stonington, a son of Brenda Papp, plans to attend Misericordia University to study chemistry and pre-medicine. A distinguished honor roll student, he was a member of the National Honor Society. He is employed by Ghezzi's restaurant, Knoebels Crystal Pool and Weis Markets.
Lisa Raup, of Milton, a daughter of Cheryl and Robert Donlan and Kevin Raup, plans to attend Morgan Community College to study nursing. A member of the National Honor Society, she volunteered her time with the Special Olympics and ARC. She also participated in Upward Bound.
Eric Schultz, of Shamokin, a son of James and Debra Schultz, will attend Pennsylvania State University to study journalism. Schultz placed first in the alumni association scholarship exam and was ranked in the top five of his class. He participated in cross country, swimming and track and field. He was co-editor of the Indian Times and was dually enrolled in classes at Luzerne County Community College. He is employed by Knoebels Amusement Resort.
Thomas Smallets, of Malvern. a son of Robert and Sue Smallets, plans to work at Starbucks Coffee Company while he attends Pennsylvania State University to major in meteorology. He was a member of the National Honor Society, a distinguished honor roll student and was dually enrolled at Luzerne County Community College. He was a member of student council, the high school band, secretary of the audio visual club, a TV weatherman and vice president of his class.
Alexander Startzel, of Shamokin, a son of Michelle and Brian Startzel, will attend Penn State University main campus to double-major in criminal justice and orchestra. He was on the honor roll throughout his high school career. He was a National School Orchestra Award winner and a five-time letter winner in track and field and cross country. He volunteer for Upward Bound at Bloomsburg University and at Our Lady of Hope soup kitchen. He is employed at Wendy's.
Shane Stiely, of Shamokin, a son of Dawn and Troy Stiely, has enlisted in the Marines where he will become part of the military police and will work toward NCIS. He was awarded fourth place at Skills USA, won the outstanding senior award and was named competent on the NOCTI. He participated in soccer. He also volunteered at the PSPCA in Danville. He is employed by Burger King.
Brett Taylor, of Shamokin. a son of Howard and Elizabeth Taylor, is undecided about his future plans. He received the Jake "King" Cole memorial award and an honor award in computers. He participated in football, basketball and track. He is a CCD aide for sixth grade at Mother Cabrini parish, a basketball coach for the Mother Cabrini Comets and a baseball coach for Mother Cabrini T-ball. He is employed by Dunkin' Donuts.
Wesley Tillett, of Coal Township, a son of Wes and Lisa Tillet, plans to attend Bloomsburg University to major in secondary education. He was captain of varsity football and participated in wrestling. He was the PIAA state runner-up and 2010 High School Wrestling All-American. He volunteered his time being a referee at elementary wrestling tournaments and delivering food to local churches with the football team. He was vice president of Students Against Destructive Decisions and a member of student council. He is employed by Knoebels Crystal Pool.
Samantha Weikel, of Shamokin, a daughter of Norman Weikel and the late April Kline, plans to attend Misericordia University to major in medical imaging. An honor roll student, she participated in varsity soccer. She volunteered at the Salvation Army and assisted the Rotary Club at the Heritage Festival and with the Santa's Sleigh program. She is also the recording secretary for Stella D'Italia Lodge 1271. She was involved in interact club, art club and science club. She is employed by Ghezzi's restaurant and Knoebels Amusement Resort.