June 2, 2023- Elizabethtown Area High School (EAHS) seniors Elizabeth Kerin and Tavan Schoenberger were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for June. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academic success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.

Kerin is the daughter of Bob and Christy Kerin of Elizabethtown.

In the academic arena, the high school inducted Kerin into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. She served as secretary of the honor society during her senior year. In addition, the high school faculty honored her with its academic excellence award for Business, Computer, and Technology at the underclass awards program.

Kerin is active in numerous school activities. She is a highly decorated member of the high school volleyball team. She has twice been named to the Lancaster-Lebanon League’s Section 2 and Academic All-Star teams. During her senior season, the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association named her to the District 3 All-Star team, and the Pennsylvania Volleyball Coaches Association named her to its all-state team. In addition, she was the team’s most valuable player and captain. Aside from volleyball, Kerin plays the piano for the high school’s pit orchestra and chorus. She is active with the Future Business Leaders of America program. She was vice president of FLBA her senior year and was the FBLA state champion in Sports Management.

Kerin has volunteered with the Elizabethtown Public Library and has interned with Elizabethtown College’s athletic department. She is currently employed at the Masonic Village. In addition, she is active with LCBC Manheim campus.

After graduation, she plans to attend York College of PA to pursue a degree in Sports Management. In addition, Kerin will continue her volleyball career during her time at York College.

Schoenberger is the son of Michael and Trisha Schoenberger of Elizabethtown.

In the academic arena, the high school inducted Schoenberger into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. In addition, Schoenberger took part in the high school’s dual enrollment program, where he took college courses for both high school and college credit.

Schoenberger is active in numerous school activities. He is the captain of the soccer team and was named by the Lancaster-Lebanon League to its all-star soccer team. In addition, Schoenberger is a member of the track and field team, serves as a student ambassador, and is captain for Mini-THON.

In the community, Tavan has volunteered with the Etown United Soccer program and at Siena's Hugs. In addition, he is an intern with Epic Photography.

After graduation, he plans to attend Washington & Jefferson College to pursue a degree in business and finance. Schoenberger will continue his soccer career during his time at Washington & Jefferson.

May 17, 2023- Elizabethtown Area High School (EAHS) seniors Lily Heistand and Josh Rudy were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for May. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academic success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.

Heistand is the daughter of Stacy and Michelle Heistand of Mount Joy.

In the academic arena, the high school inducted Heistand into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. In addition, the high school faculty honored her with an academic excellence award in Advanced Placement Biology at the underclass awards program.

Heistand is active in numerous school activities. She is a student council member and participates in the book club. In addition, she is co-chair of the high school's Four Diamonds Mini-THON. In the athletic arena, Heistand is captain of the girls' soccer and track and field teams. The Lancaster-Lebanon League named Heistand to its all-star teams in 2020 and 2022 and its Big 11 all-league team in 2022.

Heistand has volunteered with numerous local organizations in the community, including the Masonic Village, the GEARS youth soccer program, and Rheems Elementary School field days. In addition, she is active with LCBC Manheim campus.

After graduation, she plans to attend Misericordia University to pursue a degree in biology with a minor in chemistry while in the doctorate of physical therapy program. In addition, Heistand intends to continue her soccer career at Misericorida.

Rudy is the son of John and Michelle Rudy of Elizabethtown. 

In the academic arena, the high school inducted Rudy into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. In addition, the high school faculty honored him with an academic excellence award in Financial Investments at the underclass awards program.

Rudy is active in numerous school activities. He is the captain of the football team and a baseball team member. In addition, Rudy was selected to the high school’s Homecoming Court and took part in the Four Diamonds Mini-THON.

In the community, Rudy has volunteered with Meals on Wheels and various community service projects as a member of the football and baseball teams. He is employed by Messicks Farm Equipment. In addition, he is active with St Peter’s Catholic Church.

After graduation, Rudy plans to attend the University of Delaware to pursue a degree in finance.

April 17, 2023- Elizabethtown Area High School (EAHS) seniors Priscilla Domines and Dylan Parise were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for April. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academic success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.

Domines is the daughter of Rev. Albert and Celia Domines of Elizabethtown.

In the academic arena, the high school inducted Domines into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. In addition, Domines made the honor roll every semester of her school career at Elizabethtown Area High School.

Domines is active in numerous school activities. She is president of the Key Club and serves on the fundraising committee for Mini-THON. Domines is also involved with the orchestra and pit orchestra programs. She is the viola section leader.

In the community, Domines works as a camp counselor at Camp Kirchenwald in Lebanon, PA. In addition, she is active with Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church in Elizabethtown, where she volunteers with the vacation bible school and is a member of the youth and bell choirs.

After graduation, she plans to attend Lebanon Valley College to pursue a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.

Parise is the son of Rocky and Angie Parise of Elizabethtown.

In the academic arena, Parise has been named to the honor roll on numerous occasions in recognition of his outstanding academic success.

Parise is active in numerous school activities. He has been a member of the golf and basketball teams, serving as captain of the golf team. He is a two-time Lancaster-Lebanon League all-star for golf. Parise is also active with the math competition and computer programming teams, the yearbook, and the student tutoring program.

In the community, Parise is a Hershey Company Food for the Hungry volunteer, Camp Lady Bug volunteer, ECHOS Christmas Food volunteer, and GEARS Youth Basketball counselor. He is employed by Spooky Nook Sports and GEARS. Parise attends LCBC and is active in their Young Leaders Development program.

After graduation, Parise plans to attend York College to pursue a degree in computer engineering.

March 16, 2023- Elizabethtown Area High School (EAHS) seniors Joy Ngafua and Jared Louie were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for March. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academic success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.

Ngafua is the child of Manjoe Ngafua of Folcroft, PA, and Hawah Fahnbulleh of Darby, PA.

In the academic arena, the high school inducted Ngafua into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. 

Ngafua is active in numerous school activities. She is a member of the varsity cheerleading and lacrosse teams. She is active with the Pep and Human Rights Clubs. In addition, Ngafua is a member of the Student Lighthouse Team and a Club Ophelia mentor.

In the community, Ngafua attends the Philadelphia Church International. She is employed at the Masonic Village in their dining program.

Her plans after graduation include attending a four-year college or university to pursue a career in pediatrics.

Louie is the child of Tom and Deb Louie of Elizabethtown.

In the academic arena, the high school inducted Louie into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service.

Louie is active in numerous school activities. He is a member of the golf, tennis, and swimming teams. Louie also serves as a student leader as a member of the high school’s Student Lighthouse Team.

In the community, Louie is employed as a lifeguard at the Willowood and Masonic Village swimming pools.

After graduation, Louie plans to attend York College to pursue a degree in nursing.

February 15, 2023- Elizabethtown Area High School (EAHS) seniors Lilah Drager and Adrian Grosh were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for February. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academic success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.

Drager is the child of Wayne and Jessica Drager of Mount Joy.

In the academic arena, Drager has earned numerous accolades. As a junior, the high school inducted her into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. In addition, the high school faculty honored her with an academic excellence award in the area of Financial Investments at the underclass awards program.

Drager is active in numerous school activities. She is a student council member and a two-year captain of both the sideline and competition cheer teams. During her senior year, she was named the 2023 Homecoming Queen. Additionally, she is a member of the cross country and track and field teams, the book club, and the pep club. The Lancaster-Lebanon League named Drager to its first-team all-star and academic all-star teams. Moreover, the National Cheerleaders Association named Drager a three-time All-American Cheerleader.

In the community, Drager attends LCBC Manheim. She is employed at Stauffers of Kissel Hill as a cashier.

Her plans after graduation include attending a four-year college or university to pursue a degree in finance.

Grosh is the child of Mark Collin and Erin Grosh of Elizabethtown.

In the academic arena, Grosh has earned numerous accolades. As a junior, the high school inducted Grosh into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. In addition, the high school faculty honored Grosh with an academic excellence award in the area of Electric Guitar Design and Manufacturing. As a junior, Grosh completed an independent study program in Cultural Narratives.

Grosh is active in numerous school activities. Grosh performs with the high school's chorus and orchestra programs. Grosh is also involved with the Gay-Straight Alliance, Roots & Shoots, Human Rights Club, and the tabletop role playing game club.

In the community, Grosh volunteers at the public library.

After graduation, Grosh plans to attend a four-year college or university to pursue a degree in a STEM-related field with a specialty in biomedical engineering or biochemistry.

THE EIGHTH ANNUAL MOTHER'S DAY RUN/WALK

Run/Walk in honor of MOM!   Run with MOM!   Walk with MOM!   Bring home a trophy to MOM!   And also help support the Elizabethtown Rotary Club and local charity projects! Anyone can enter, regardless of age.  Runners & Walkers Welcome to travel this beautiful course. A Classic 5K Run/Walk.  Walkers are very welcome.

 CLICK ON-LINE REGISTRATION HERE

WHO:
Anyone can enter, regardless of age Walkers are welcome

$20 Through 2/28/23 $30 after

 

Pre-registration is recommended.   

T-shirts provided to all pre-registrants 

(S, M, L and XL sizes only)
 

AWARDS:

Top overall Male and Female finishers

Also, 1^st – 3^rd Male and Female age group awards:

14 & under /  15-19 / 20-29 /  30-39 /  40-49 / 50-59 /  60+

 

 

ALL Mothers will receive a flower to celebrate Mother's Day!

The First Friday of February every year ... A celebration of food, beverage, music and fellowship. The next event is scheduled on Friday February 3, 2023. 

Tickets available at tinyurl.com/twlc2023

January 20, 2023- Elizabethtown Area High School (EAHS) seniors Elyse Hayden and Trey Firestone were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for January. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academic success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.

Hayden is the daughter of Kevin and Elizabeth Hayden of Elizabethtown. As a junior, the high school inducted Hayden into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service.

In the academic arena, Hayden has earned numerous accolades. The high school faculty recognized her for outstanding achievement and growth in multiple curricular areas as part of the underclass awards program. She was honored with academic excellence awards in Graphic Design, French III, Multimedia Design, General Science, and 20th Century US History. Hayden also received the Administrative Leadership Award and Jacqueline Myers World Language Award.

Hayden holds leadership positions in numerous school activities. She is the Class of 2023 co-president, student council representative and club publicity secretary, and a student choreographer for the high school's theater program. As part of the theater program, Hayden received a nomination for outstanding lead actress in a play for her role as Molly Aster in EAHS's production of Peter and the Star Catcher. In addition, Hayden is a member of the Key Club and several high school music ensembles.

In the community, Hayden is a teacher assistant at E-Dance and a server at the Masonic Village Elizabethtown. In addition, Hayden attends Saint Peter Catholic Church in Elizabethtown and is a part of the youth group program.

Her plans after graduation include attending a four-year college or university to pursue a degree in Dance and Multimedia.

Firestone is the son of Scott and Kelly Firestone of Elizabethtown. As a junior, the high school inducted Firestone into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service.

In the academic arena, Firestone has earned numerous accolades. The high school faculty recognized him for outstanding achievement and growth in chemistry. Firestone also earned the Assessment of Civic Knowledge Award.

Firestone is active in numerous school activities. He is a student council member, serving as recording secretary, and is involved with the concert choir. In addition, he supports Mini-thon and is a dance captain for the high school’s musical.

In the community, Firestone is a teacher assistant with E-Dance. In addition, he works at Aeropostale at the Hershey Outlets.

After graduation, Firestone plans to attend Elizabethtown College to pursue a degree in graphic design with a minor in International Studies.

December 15, 2022- Elizabethtown Area High School (EAHS) seniors Munia Kamal and Dax Kelly were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for December. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academic success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.

Kamal is the daughter of Muhammad and Nazmum Kamal of Elizabethtown. As a junior, the high school inducted Kamal into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. 

In the academic arena, Kamal has earned numerous accolades. She is an AP Scholar and the Bausch+Lomb Honorary Science Award Winner. In addition, the high school faculty recognized Kamal for outstanding achievement and growth in numerous curricular areas as part of the underclass awards program. She was honored with academic excellence awards in Honors Geometry, Honors Biochemistry/Biotechnology, and Advanced Placement Macroeconomics.

Kamal holds leadership positions in numerous school activities. She is the Class of 2023 Historian and editor for the school newspaper. She interns at the middle school serving as a pre-algebra classroom tutor. Kamal is also heavily involved in the high school's music and theater departments. She plays the violin in the orchestra and pit orchestra and has worked on the stage crew, helping to build sets. Kamal also interns with the music department observing and assisting with middle school string lessons

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In the community, Kamal volunteers at the Elizabethtown Public Library.

Her plans after graduation include attending a four-year college or university to pursue a degree in engineering and participate in music- and art-related activities.

Kelly is the son of Shawn and Bree Kelly of Elizabethtown. As a junior, the high school inducted Kelly into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service.

Kelly also holds leadership positions in numerous school activities. He is a two-year captain of the soccer team, a student council member, and a MiniTHON captain. He is also a member of the basketball and lacrosse teams. The Lancaster-Lebanon League named Kelly an all-star and section MVP in soccer and an academic all-star in basketball. Capping off his senior season, the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association named Kelly to its all-state team.

As a basketball team member, Kelly has volunteered for many community service projects.

After graduation, Kelly plans to attend Penn State University to pursue a degree in engineering.

November 16, 2022- Elizabethtown Area High School (EAHS) seniors Andrea Rodriguez and Luke Risser were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for November. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academic success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.

Rodriguez is the daughter of Daniel and Sheila Rodriguez of Elizabethtown. As a junior, the high school inducted Rodriguez into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. 

In the academic arena, Rodriguez has earned numerous accolades. She is an AP Scholar with Distinction, a College Board National Hispanic Recognition Program Scholar, and Lancaster Online Student Journalism Contest award winner. The high school faculty recognized Rodriguez for outstanding achievement and growth in numerous curricular areas as part of the underclass awards program. She was honored with academic excellence awards in AP U.S. Government and Politics, U.S. History, AP Language and Composition, Creative Writing, and Sociology. She also was named both the Model UN Consensus Builder and the Woodman Life American History Award winner.

Rodriguez hold leadership positions in numerous school activities. She is president of the Human Rights Club and the Model United Nations Program and editor for the Newspaper Club. She also serves as a peer tutor and is a member on the girls’ soccer team.

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In the community, Rodriguez works at Samara - The Center for Individual and Family Growth  Her plans after graduation include attending a four-year college or university to study political science, government, and economics on a pre-law track.

Risser is the son of Eric and Heidi Risser of Elizabethtown. For his efforts in the classroom, the high school faculty recognized Risser for outstanding achievement and growth in several courses. He earned underclass awards in the areas of Spanish 2, Computer Programming 1, Honors Programming, AP Psychology, and AP Computer Science.

Risser takes part in several school activities. He is a member of the high school tennis team and the Bible Club.

In the community, Risser has taken part in several service trips including to Niagara Falls and New Kensington, PA. He is employed by the Masonic Village Elizabethtown and MK Roots Farm. Risser attends the Elizabethtown Brethren in Christ Church.

After graduation, Risser plans to attend Messiah University to pursue a degree in Computer Science.

October 18, 2022- Elizabethtown Area High School (EAHS) seniors Kathryn Barraclough and Liam Abbey were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for October. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academic success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.

Barraclough is the daughter of Steven and Michelle Barraclough of Elizabethtown. As a junior, the high school inducted Barraclough into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. 

In the academic arena, the faculty at EAHS recognized Barraclough for outstanding achievement and growth in numerous curricular areas as part of the underclass awards program. She was honored in materials science, health, 3D design, drawing and composition, and world language.

Barraclough takes part in numerous school activities. She is a member of the concert and marching bands and the orchestra and pit orchestra. The Lancaster-Lebanon Music Educators Association selected Barraclough for its All-County band. She is also a member of the girls’ tennis team and serves as a student ambassador supporting new students to the high school.

In the community, Barraclough is active with the girl scouts. In addition, she has worked for Willowood Swim Club, and cat sits for local families. Barraclough attends the Trinity Lutheran Church in Mount Joy, PA.

Her plans after graduation include attending a four-year college or university and majoring in painting with a minor in entrepreneurship.

Abbey is the son of Tim Abbey of Elizabethtown and Heidi Abbey Moyer of Manheim. For his efforts in the classroom, the high school faculty recognized Abbey for outstanding achievement and growth in several courses. He earned underclass awards in the areas of greenhouse management and landscape design.

Abbey takes part in numerous school activities. He is a member of the high school orchestra and mountain biking club. In addition, he is president of Roots and Shoots and participates in the school’s Model UN program.

In the community, Abbey is employed by the Masonic Village Elizabethtown in the orchard department.

After graduation, Abbey plans to attend a four-year college or university with an interest in obtaining a degree in the field of botany.

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June 8, 2022- Elizabethtown Area High School seniors Faith Burkholder and Mason Flowers were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for June. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academic success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.

Burkholder is the daughter of Dean and Melissa Burkholder of Marietta. As a junior, the high school inducted Burkholder into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. 

During her high school years, Burkholder has been active with the Bible Club, Mini-THON, and Future Farmers of America (FFA), where she serves as club president. For her exceptional participation in FFA, Burkholder has earned numerous honors, including the Greenhand, Chapter, Red Rose, and Keystone Degrees.

In the community, Burkholder is employed by Floral Designs of Mount Joy. She is also active with Lancaster County 4-H serving as the program's president.

Her plans after graduation include attending Penn State University and majoring in animal science to become a large animal veterinarian.

Flowers is the son of Christopher and Karen Flowers of Elizabethtown. 

Flowers has been active in numerous school programs. He was a member of the high school's quiz bowl team as a freshman and the bowling team his sophomore, junior, and senior years. As a Bears' bowler, he helped guide the team to three straight Lancaster-Lebanon League Section II titles. 

In the community, Flowers is employed at Weis Markets as a cashier and self-checkout supervisor.

After graduation, Flowers plans to attend Shippensburg University.

May 6, 2022- Elizabethtown Area High School seniors Rylee Bender and Ayden Pope were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for May. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academic success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.

Bender is the daughter of Derek and Karyn Bender of Elizabethtown. As a junior, the high school inducted Bender into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. 

Bender holds leadership positions on several school clubs and sports teams. She is captain of the tennis team, stage manager for the spring musical, finance captain for Mini-THIN, and sales captain for Roots & Shoots. For her efforts on the tennis court, the Lancaster-Lebanon League named her a Section II all-star.

Bender is also a bowling team member and participates in the Bigs and Littles program. She has earned numerous underclass awards, including Academic Excellence Awards in Honors Chemistry, Honors Chemistry II, and Honors General Science.

In the community, Bender works for the Masonic Village of Elizabethtown in their food services division.

Her plans after graduation include attending the University of Georgia and majoring in environmental engineering.

Pope is the son of Chris and Beci Pope of Elizabethtown. 

Pope was named a Do The Right Thing award winner by the Elizabethtown Communities That Care. This program honors students Elizabethtown community who do positive things that make a difference. An accomplished bowler, the Lancaster-Lebanon League named Pope the section 2 most valuable player. Pope helped guide the Bears bowlers to their third straight Lancaster-Lebanon League Section II title.

In the community, Pope is employed at the Black Gryphon.

After graduation, Pope plans to attend Millersville University to major in sports management, and become a member of the university’s bowling team. 

April 6, 2022- Elizabethtown Area High School seniors Victoria Bressler and Vincent Checco were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for April. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academic success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.

Bressler is the daughter of Holly and Shawn Funk of Elizabethtown. As a junior, the high school inducted Bressler into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. 

Bressler is a talented vocalist and performer, having been named by the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association the District 7 choir two times and the Lancaster-Lebanon Music Educators Association all-star choir ensemble twice. In addition, she is a section leader in concert, jazz, and marching bands. Hershey Apollo Awards nominated Bressler as Outstanding Lead Actress in a Play and Outstanding Performer in a play.

Bressler holds leadership positions in numerous school programs, including student director for Theatre Club and publicity secretary for student council, Key Club, and the Class of 2022. She is also active in the high school band, chorus, orchestra, jazz band, and show choir.

In the community, Bressler works as a conductor for the Hershey Trolley Works.

Her plans after graduation include attending a four-year college and majoring in music education.

Checco is the son of Michael and Mary Checco of Elizabethtown. 

Checco is active with the band, choir, and orchestra; quiz bowl; Model United Nations; and the spring musical. In addition, he is a member of the bowling team. A talented musician, Checco was selected to the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association's District 7 band two times and the District 7 choir once. The Lancaster-Lebanon Music Educators Association named him to the county band three times and the county choir two times.

In the community, Checco is a member of St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, where he is active with the youth group. He is also active with the Elizabethtown College Community Orchestra.
After graduation, Checco plans to attend college and major in music education.

April 6, 2022- Elizabethtown Area High School seniors Victoria Bressler and Vincent Checco were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for April. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academic success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.

Bressler is the daughter of Holly and Shawn Funk of Elizabethtown. As a junior, the high school inducted Bressler into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. 

Bressler is a talented vocalist and performer, having been named by the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association the District 7 choir two times and the Lancaster-Lebanon Music Educators Association all-star choir ensemble twice. In addition, she is a section leader in concert, jazz, and marching bands. Hershey Apollo Awards nominated Bressler as Outstanding Lead Actress in a Play and Outstanding Performer in a play.

Bressler holds leadership positions in numerous school programs, including student director for Theatre Club and publicity secretary for student council, Key Club, and the Class of 2022. She is also active in the high school band, chorus, orchestra, jazz band, and show choir.

In the community, Bressler works as a conductor for the Hershey Trolley Works.

Her plans after graduation include attending a four-year college and majoring in music education.

Checco is the son of Michael and Mary Checco of Elizabethtown. 

Checco is active with the band, choir, and orchestra; quiz bowl; Model United Nations; and the spring musical. In addition, he is a member of the bowling team. A talented musician, Checco was selected to the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association's District 7 band two times and the District 7 choir once. The Lancaster-Lebanon Music Educators Association named him to the county band three times and the county choir two times.

In the community, Checco is a member of St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, where he is active with the youth group. He is also active with the Elizabethtown College Community Orchestra.
After graduation, Checco plans to attend college and major in music education.

March 9, 2022- Elizabethtown Area High School seniors Makenna Locke and Tristan Lentz were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for March. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academic success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.  

Locke is the daughter of Arnold and Kathy Locke of Elizabethtown. As a junior, the high school inducted Locke into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. In addition, Locke was named a National AP Scholar for exceptional achievement on the AP Exams.

Locke performs with and has served as the concertmaster for the orchestra. In addition, she sits on the pit orchestra for the high school musical. Locke is a member of the bowling, lacrosse, and science Olympiad teams. She is also active with the student council. As a member of the Science Olympiad team, Locke has earned multiple awards at local competitions. She also placed second in a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) competition called TEAMS. 

In the community, Locke has volunteered on multiple service-related trips to Washington DC and New York City. She works at Lucky Ducks Bar and Grille in Elizabethtown.

Her plans after graduation include attending a four-year college and majoring in chemical engineering.  

Lentz is the son of Glen and Heather Lentz of Elizabethtown. He performs with the marching band and is a boys' volleyball team member. In addition, Lentz is active with student council and the theater program. 

In the community, Lentz is active with his church's youth group and community service programs. Lentz is employed by Hershey Trolley Works.

After graduation, Lentz plans to attend Point Park University for Sports, Art, and Entertainment Management.

December 8, 2021- Elizabethtown Area High School seniors Abigail Rickabaugh and Matthew Sharp were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for December. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academic success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.

Rickabaugh is the daughter of Jeff and Karen Rickabaugh of Mount Joy. As a junior, the high school inducted Rickabaugh into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service.

Rickabaugh is involved in numerous programs at the high school. She plays the viola in the orchestra and Pit orchestra and she is finance officer for MiniTHON. Academically, Rickabaugh was recognized for outstanding achievement and growth in honors chemistry, geography, honors pre-calculus, human anatomy and physiology, honors English, and honors algebra as part of the high school's underclass awards program.

In the community, Rickabaugh can often be found at local nursing homes playing the piano for the residents. An accomplished writer, she has earned one first-place and three second-place awards in the Hershey Story Writing Contest.

Her plans after graduation include attending Penn State University – Mont Alto campus to pursue a degree in nursing. Rickabaugh has the ultimate goal of becoming a NICU nurse.

Sharp is the son of Greg and Susan Sharp of Elizabethtown. Also, having exhibited outstanding scholarship, character, leadership, and service, the high school inducted Sharp into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society in the spring of his junior year.

Academically, Sharp was recognized for outstanding achievement and growth in Computer-Aided Design and Drafting and honors design and fabrication as part of the high school's underclass awards program.

In the community, Sharp is active in scouting, where he earned the highest honor of Eagle Scout. He was also earned the World Conservation Award, 50th Anniversary EPA Award, and Den Chief Service Award for his scouting efforts. An aspiring engineer, Sharp placed fifth and sixth in the nation respectively for his entries in the Attendance Keeper and Terminal Project categories of the Phoenix nanoLine Contest.

After graduation, Sharp plans to attend a four-year college or university to study Mechanical Engineering in hopes of working in the robotics and automation field.

Connolly is the daughter of Daniel and Nannette Connolly of Eizabethtown. As a junior, the high school inducted Connolly into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service.

Connolly is heavily involved in numerous music programs at the high school. She sings in the concert and show choirs, plays the bassoon and mellophone in the marching and concert bands, and is a member of the high school orchestra. She also supports the spring musical as part of the pit, cast, and stage crew. Connolly is co-president of the Book Club and a member of Key Club and Bible Club.

In the community, Connolly is active with the Hershey School of Dance and the Susquehanna Young Women's Choir. In addition, she is a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Elizabethtown, where she is active in the youth ministry program.

Her plans after graduation include attending a four-year college with the ultimate goal of pursuing a science-related field.

Murray is the son of Thomas and Debra Murray of Elizabethtown. Also having exhibited outstanding scholarship, character, leadership, and service, the high school inducted Murray into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society in the spring of his junior year. In addition, Murray is a semifinalist in the highly regarded National Merit Scholarship Program academic competition.

A talented performer, Murray is active with the school’s performing arts program where he is a Hershey Theatre Apollo Award winner (honorable mention). He holds several leadership positions within the high school. Murray is class treasurer and student council secretary. He is also active with the Newspaper and Kiwanis Clubs and is a member of the varsity volleyball team.

In the community, Murray is employed by Udder Bliss Creamery

After graduation, Murray plans to attend a four-year college or university to study Computer Science and International Studies.

October 7, 2021- Elizabethtown Area High School seniors Hana Connolly and Ryan Moyer were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for October. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academics success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.

Connolly is the daughter of Dan and Nannette Connolly of Elizabethtown. As a junior, the high school inducted Connolly into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service.

Connolly is heavily involved in numerous music programs at the high school. She plays the clarinet for the concert and marching bands, the viola for the orchestra, and sings in the concert and show choirs. She also supports the spring musical as part of the pit, cast, and stage crew. Connolly is secretary of the Key Club and a member of the Bible and Book Clubs.

In the community, Connolly is active with the Hershey School of Dance and the Susquehanna Young Women's Choir. In addition, she is a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Elizabethtown, where she is active in the children's and youth ministry programs.

Her plans after graduation include attending college to major in biology or exercise science, with the ultimate goal of becoming a chiropractor.

Moyer is the son of Roy and Tiffany Moyer of Elizabethtown. Also, having exhibited outstanding scholarship, character, leadership, and service, the high school inducted Moyer into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society in the spring of his junior year. In addition, Moyer is a committee captain for the Roots and Shoots club and a Quiz Bowl team member.

Moyer is a gifted artist, having earned awards in numerous local creative competitions. He won the 2021 LNP Design an Ad contest and the 2021 Congressional Art Competition for Pennsylvania's 11th District. Moyer earned a silver key and multiple honorable mention honors in the prestigious regional Scholastic Art Awards. He also placed third in the 2019 Art on the River competition.

A talented musician and performer, Moyer is a member of the high school orchestra, where he sits second-chair in the cello section.

In the community, Moyer is a volunteer at the Masonic Village.

After graduation, Moyer plans to take his love and talent for art to the collegiate level, pursuing a degree in graphic design. His career goal is to open his own small graphic design business.

September 7, 2021- Elizabethtown Area High School seniors Katrina Hook and Patrick Boyer were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's Students of the Month for September. This program celebrates and recognizes student achievements by sustaining a culture of learning that values academics success and raises awareness of student contributions to the EAHS community.

Hook is the daughter of Angelina and John Hook of Elizabethtown. As a junior, the high school inducted Hook into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society for exhibiting the four pillars of scholarship, character, leadership, and service.

In the classroom, Hook is a dedicated learner, having earned academic excellence awards in the curricular areas of French II and Financial Investments. An exceptional writer, she placed first in the 2019 National History Day in PA Region 9 program. The Dispatches from Quarantine published her writing in its 2021 student gallery and featured her on its NPR morning edition. In addition, she placed second in the Pennsylvania Council for Financial Literacy Budget Game Challenge.

Hook is heavily involved in numerous school activities. She is vice president of the student council, a peer tutor for middle school students, and a member of the Key Club.

Active in our high school's athletic program, Hook is captain of the cross-country team and a member of the track and field team and winter track club. In cross country, her coach awarded her the Coaches' Award, and in track and field, her coach named her the recipient of the Bear Spirit Award.

In the community, Hook has been a volunteer with the Healthy Kids Running Series. In addition, she is a member of Christ Church United Church of Christ in Elizabethtown.

Her future plans include attending college to major in Business or Communications while competing on the cross-country team.

Boyer is the son of Craig and Karen Boyer of Elizabethtown. Also, having exhibit outstanding scholarship, character, leadership, and service, the high school inducted Boyer into the prestigious T.H. Ebersole Chapter of the National Honor Society in the spring of his junior year.

A talented musician and performer, Boyer is a member of the concert, jazz, and marching bands; the orchestra; and the chorus. He is also active with the high school's theater program.

Active in our high school's athletic program, Boyer represents EAHS on the school's swim and the track and field teams.

In the community, Boyer is very active in the Boy Scouts of America (BSA), where he earned BSA's highest rank of Eagle Scout. In addition, Boyer is a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Elizabethtown.

After graduation, Boyer plans to take his love and talent for music to the collegiate level, pursuing a degree in music production.

May 25, 2021- Elizabethtown Area High School seniors Emma Blyler and Connor Vogelsong were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's students of the month for June. Blyler and Vogelsong were honored for their high academic achievement, extensive school involvement, and community service activities.

Blyler is the daughter of Cory and Kate Blyler of Elizabethtown. She is a member of the prestigious National Honor Society.

Blyler is active in numerous school programs and activities. She is a member of both the basketball and volleyball teams, serving a captain of the basketball team for two years. Blyler is also active with student council, Mini-THON, and the high school’s student ambassador program.

In the community, Blyler volunteers as at the local food cupboard. She is an active member of LCBC – Manheim campus.

Blyler plans to attend Kutztown University to pursue a degree in biology – premedical and Allied health program.

Vogelsong is the son of Bill and Kathy Vogelsong of Elizabethtown. Vogelsong holds leadership positions in numerous school programs and activities. He is Class of 2021 vice president, Model UN Club president, and Science Olympiad president. He is also active with Envirothon, the percussionist section with the band and orchestra, and the ice hockey team. As a member of the band, he was named to the Lancaster-Lebanon Music Educators Association county band.

In the community, Vogelsong is active with the Bainbridge Band. He also volunteers at Masonic Village and is a part of their DeMolay program. He is an active member of Reality Church in Lancaster.

Vogelsong plans to attend Penn State University to pursue a degree in Political Science.

May 25, 2021- Elizabethtown Area High School seniors Alaina Zeager and Owen Heistand were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's students of the month for May. Zeager and Heistand were honored for their high academic achievement, extensive school involvement, and community service activities.

Zeager is the daughter of Dean and Darcie Zeager of Elizabethtown. She is a member of the prestigious National Honor Society. She also made the Dean’s List at Harrisburg Area Community College as part of EAHS’s post-secondary dual credit opportunities.

Zeager is active in numerous school programs and activities. She is a concert and show choir member. She is also active with Key Club and serves as a tutor.

In the community, Zeager volunteers as an emergency medical technician, as a mentor with the Bigs and Littles program, and in the Lancaster General Hospital emergency room. She is an active member of St. Peter Catholic Church in Elizabethtown.

Zeager plans to attend Penn State University to pursue a degree in biology.

Heistand is the son of Stacy and Michelle Heistand of Mount Joy. He is a member of the prestigious National Honor Society.

Heistand is active in numerous school programs and activities. He is a member of Future Business Leaders of America, the Key Club, and the math and computer club. He is also active with Mini-THON, where he has served on the security committee.

Heistand received Academic Excellence Awards in computer programming and Psychology. As part of his involvement with Future Business Leaders of America, Heistand earned second and third place awards in FBLA competitions respectively in Introduction to Information Technology and Computer Problem Solving categories.

In the community, Heistand is active in scouting where he has earned the prestigious Eagle Scout distinction. He has also volunteered at Masonic Villages and the Elizabethtown Heritage House, as well as with Elizabethtown Area Communities That Care. He is an active member of LCBC Manheim campus.

Heistand plans to attend Rochester Institute of Technology and study engineering. He will also play soccer for the Tigers of RTI.

April 15, 2021- Elizabethtown Area High School seniors Remi Keeports and Jagger Gilleland were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's students of the month for April. Keeports and Gilleland were honored for their high academic achievement, extensive school involvement, and community service activities.

Keeports is the daughter of Donald and Stephanie Keeports of Elizabethtown. She has received numerous honors during her high school years, including induction into the prestigious National Honor Society and National Technical Honor Society. Keeports has earned numerous underclass awards, including Academic Excellence Awards in English, Honors Geometry, Career and Finance, and Psychology.

Keeports is active in numerous school programs and activities. She is a concert, jazz, and marching band member, serving as trumpet leader her junior and senior years. The Lancaster-Lebanon Music Educators Association named Keeports to its all-county band. She is a student ambassador and has tutored students in biology. She is a member of the softball team. Keeports participates in the Advance Health Careers program at the Lancaster County Career and Technology Center, where she has helped raise money for the National Eating Disorders Association.

Keeports plans to attend Elizabethtown College to pursue a degree in Occupational Therapy.

Gilleland is the son of Michael Gilleland of Bainbridge and Donita Gilleland of Elizabethtown. He is a member of the prestigious National Honor Society.

Gilleland is active in numerous school programs and activities. He is a member of the school orchestra (cello) and high school rifle team and a cast member for numerous EAHS theater program productions. Gilleland is active with the school’s Paws and Think program, where during his senior year, he was the club’s president.

In the community, Gilleland is currently running to become an Elizabethtown Area School District school board member. He took part in the Masonic Village’s Life Skills Leadership Conference.

Gilleland plans to attend Penn State – Harrisburg Campus and major in computer science.

February 11, 2021- Elizabethtown Area High School seniors Sarah Rhine and Marcial Limas were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club's students of the month for February. Rhine and Limas were honored for their high academic achievement, extensive school involvement, and community service activities.

Rhine is the daughter of  Kathryn Rittleof Elizabethtown.  Rhine is the secretary for the Key Club. She has also been active all four years of high school with the marching and concert bands (alto saxophone), the Newspaper Club, the ski club, and the softball team. During her senior year, she was a member of the school's Science Olympiads team, competing in the Fossils and Dynamic Planet events.

Rhine has earned numerous awards during her high school years. She is a member of the prestigious National Honor Society. She placed first in the Elizabethtown Rotary's Four Way Test essay contest and second in the Club's speech contest. Rhine received the underclassman award for academic excellence in the area of photography.

Rhine is active in the community. She is an active member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Mount Joy. She has participated in the live nativity scene as Mary, volunteered with the clothing drive, supported the church's Rise Against Hunger and Pay It Forward events, and assisted with the Juniper Village Arts Day.

Rhine plans to attend a four-year year university to pursue a degree in Aerospace Engineering.

Limas is the son of Celestino & Melody Limas of Elizabethtown. He is a member of the prestigious National Honor Society. The College Board named Limas a Hispanic Scholar in the National Hispanic Recognition Program for his performance on the PSAT.

Limas is active with the school’s Competition Science teams and the Engineering Club, where he has earned numerous awards. In the Science Olympiad competition, Limas placed first and sixth in the Wright Stuff category at the regional and state levels, respectively. He placed third and fifth in the Mission Possible category at the regional and state levels, respectively. At the elite Science Olympiad Invitational level, he placed fourth in the Mission Possible and fifth in the Gravity Vehicle categories. Limas placed first in Sea, Air, and Land challenge in the group Air division through the Engineering Club. Limas has earned numerus Academic Excellence Award including in the areas of AP Language & Composition, AP Calculus, Net Sports, and Career & Finance.

In the community, Limas has volunteered at the Central PA Food Bank in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and at Northwest Harvest (non-profit food distribution organization) in Yakima, Washington.

Limas plans to attend a four-year university to major in either Physics, Economics, or Mathematics.

21 Etown Rotarians spent the evening volunteering at the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank.

Special thanks to Jeffrey Clark for organizing the event. Our volunteer coordinators put us to work counting water Melons and bagging corn.

We all had a great time and enjoyed giving back.

         

      

  

Please join fellow Rotarians to help the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank - we will likely help pack for its ElderShare program, sort donated product, and repackage bulk food items.

When you arrive, enter through the evening volunteer entrance on the right side of the building (3908 Corey Road, Harrisburg, PA 17109), where there will be training in the demonstration kitchen.

Wear closed toe shoes, shorts and pants at least knee length, and shirts with sleeves (t-shirts okay).  It may be warm inside the warehouse.

Saturday morning August 3rd, 8:30 am - 1:30 pm.

Wittel Farm Growing Project grows fresh vegetables, which it provides to local community cupboards.

Please wear work clothes and bring water.  Shovels and spades and other equipment are helpful but not necessary.

For more information or to sign up to participate, please contact Service Committee Chairs, Jeff Clark or Deb Jones.  

December 6, 2018- Elizabethtown Area High School seniors Adrienne Nolt and Jared Wolf were named the Elizabethtown Rotary Club’s students of month for November. Nolt and Wolf were honored for their high academic achievement and extensive involvement in school, and community service activities. 

Nolt is the daughter of Michael and Carol Nolt of Elizabethtown. She is a member of the prestigious National Honor Society. Nolt garnered Commended Student Status in the 2018 National Merit Scholarship Program. She has also been honored as an AP Scholar. Nolt is active with Key Club, the Newspaper Club where she serves as editor, and as a peer tutor. She is a member of the concert choir earning selection to the county chorus festival the last two years. 

Nolt is active in the community where she volunteers at the Susquehanna Dance Center. She is the recipient of the Rotary Club’s Youth Leadership Award in 2018. 

Nolt plans to attend a four-year university and obtain a degree in dance and a yet to be determined second major.

Wolf is the son of Jeff Wolf of Mount Joy and Julie Weimer of Elizabethtown. He is member of the prestigious National Honor Society. Wolf is active with the high school’s marching, symphonic and jazz bands, as well as the symphony and pit orchestras. He is a member of Key Club and works with the high school’s Literary Magazine. 

In the community, Wolf performs with the Elizabethtown College’s Symphonic Band, Mixed Winds Ensemble, and Saxophone Ensemble. He is also a member of the Masonic Village Encore Band and Bainbridge Band.  

Wolf plans to attend a music conservatory for classical saxophone performance and music education.