Elizabethtown Area High School announces its December Rotary Club Students of the Month: Addyson Hackman and Scott Creason. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning and belonging that values academic success and raises awareness of student contributions to the high school community.
Addyson is the daughter of Mike and Heather Hackman of Elizabethtown.
Addyson is a highly motivated and accomplished student who has consistently excelled academically and in leadership roles. Her dedication and achievements were recognized with her induction into the National Honor Society in spring 2024, a testament to her embodiment of the organization’s four pillars: scholarship, leadership, service, and character.
During the 2023-2024 school year, Addyson’s exceptional academic and leadership abilities earned her the prestigious Underclassmen Academic Leadership Award—an honor bestowed upon only two students. She has also received multiple underclass awards, excelling in subjects such as Intro to Python and 20th Century World History, further showcasing her commitment to academic excellence.
Addyson serves as Student Council Co-President, managing the council and overseeing events. She has also held roles as Publicity Secretary and Community Service Chair. Addyson has excelled in Model United Nations, representing countries such as North Korea, Russia, and Mongolia. She further demonstrated her commitment to personal growth by participating in the Attollo leadership program, where she achieved Scholar status.
Outside of school, Addyson dedicates her time to serving the community. She has volunteered at various events, including LIV-Etown, the Fall Fest, and the Daddy-Daughter Dance. Additionally, she has participated in Christmas celebrations at the Star Barn and other community initiatives. Addyson works as a server at the Clubhouse at Masonic Villages. She also works with Figments and Sprinkles and The Candy Unicornium. Addyson is an active member of Community Bible Church, attending youth group on Wednesday nights.
Looking to the future, Addyson plans to graduate in January and begin basic training in the Air Force. She then intends to pursue a college degree in Cybersecurity.
Scott is the son of Jennifer and Joseph Creason of Elizabethtown.
Scott is a well-rounded and accomplished student who has excelled in academics, athletics, and the arts throughout high school. A consistent Honor Roll student, he is a member of the National Honor Society and was recognized with the Jacqueline Meyers World Language Award for Spanish III in his junior year. Scott’s passion for music and theater earned him multiple accolades, including a Hershey Theater Apollo Award nomination for Best Lead Actor in a Play and an Honorable Mention for Best Lead Actor in a Musical.
Scott is deeply involved in the performing arts at the high school, participating in the Marching Band, Chamber Choir, Concert Choir, and Theater Department. He has played roles in both the Fall Play and Spring Musical every year and works with the school newspaper. His vocal talent has earned him selection to the Lancaster-Lebanon Music Educators Association (LLMEA) County Choir, Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District 7 Choir, PMEA Region 5 Choir, and recognition as an Alternate for the PMEA All-State Choir.
In addition to his artistic endeavors, Scott is an athlete, competing on the Elizabethtown Area High School Men’s Volleyball Team and the Elizabethtown Mountain Biking Team, where he has participated since eighth grade.
Beyond school, Scott contributes to his community as a Choir Intern at Elizabethtown Area Middle School and as a coach at Rheems Volleyball Summer Camp. He also volunteers with the Elizabethtown Mountain Bike Team’s Boot Camp. Scott works part-time as a Cook’s Helper at Masonic Villages. Scott is an active member of Mary Mother of the Church Parish, participating in the Youth Music Ministry as a singer.
Looking to the future, Scott plans to attend West Virginia University to study Exercise Science, focusing on Strength and Conditioning. His ultimate goal is to open his own gym.
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