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WAHS STUDENTS EARN MORE THAN 20 AWARDS AT CONCON EVENT
Williamsport Area High School students recently participated in the annual mock Constitutional Convention ( ConCon ) at Pennsylvania College of Technology , bringing home a number of awards and recognitions .
Forty-six WAHS students , representing 12 states and territories , competed against 150 students from 10 area high schools to debate topical issues . WAHS students earned 26 Superior Delegate Certificates , and 2 states received Superior Delegation Certificates .
Sophomore Cali Reed had her resolution on removing the Electoral College passed in both the committee and plenary session . Junior Ella Adkins won for Best Parliamentarian by excelling at rules and procedure . Seniors Megan Radspinner , Gabreon Godin , Ian Sykes , and Riley Smith won the trophy for Most Accurate Representation for their portrayal of delegates from Texas .
WAHS CONCLUDES ATHLETIC PHOTO RESTORATION PROJECT WITH GRANT
Williamsport Area High School has successfully completed the restoration of its framed photos honoring state champion and First Team All-State players and teams displayed in the Commons of the building .
The project , funded by a $ 9,985 grant from the Athletic Program Endowment Fund at the Williamsport Area School District Education Foundation , was a collaborative effort between the district ’ s Athletic Department and Albright Studio Photography . Altogether , 29 pictures underwent restoration , and are now showcased in chronological order , spanning over 50 years of Millionaire history , each featuring new plaques for a consistent style .
According to Athletic Director Sean McCann , the photos hold significant importance as they greet visitors entering the school for athletic events . “ The school and community take a lot of pride in them , as it is a prestigious accomplishment to have your picture hung in the Commons ,” McCann said . “ The new pictures , frames , and plaques really enhance the presentation and give these student-athletes the recognition they deserve for their achievements .”
“ This project has allowed us to continue to honor past athletes , as well as showcase our pride in Millionaire accomplishments ,” said Associate Principal Alicia Differ .
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