WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (APRIL 20, 2026) — Two Loyalsock Township High School (LTHS) seniors are headed to Ivy League schools this fall.

Gabriel Danley has committed to attend Brown University, where he plans to study biology and pursue a career in conservation research. Adam Ghayyada will attend Princeton University, majoring in operations research and financial engineering and plans to become a financial analyst.

Danley, who will be a first-generation college student, said the opportunity represents more than personal achievement — it allows him to chart a course to a future that others in his family haven’t gotten to experience.

At LTHS, Danley has built a strong academic and extracurricular record. His coursework includes honors anatomy and physiology and Advanced Placement (AP) classes in English language and composition, English literature and composition, world history and calculus. He is active in band and marching band, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), theatre and the National Honor Society.

Through his involvement with the high school’s Interact Club, he’s logged 90 volunteer hours during his high school career and has been involved with Penn College Youth Leadership Program.

Recognizing his academic achievement, Danley was also selected for the Presidential Scholars Program at Brown. He credits his family and teachers for helping him reach this milestone.

“My family has always supported me, and my teachers encouraged me to strive to do my best and pushed me outside of my comfort zone,” he said. “I’m excited to meet new people and continue exploring what I’m passionate about.”

Ghayyada was named a QuestBridge Scholar and will attend Princeton on a full scholarship, a distinction that recognizes both academic achievement and financial need.

“This is a huge help for my family,” he said, noting he has two older sisters currently in college. “The program will have a great return on investment.”

Ghayyada has also distinguished himself through rigorous academics and wide-ranging involvement. His course load includes multiple AP classes, including chemistry, English literature and composition, English language and composition, calculus, world history and physics.

Beyond the classroom, he participates in marching band, FBLA, Interact Club, Mock Trial Club, Model United Nations, theatre and serves as class treasurer. He is also a member of the National Honor Society. Through Interact Club, he has completed 125 hours of community service, and as a sophomore participated in the Hugh O’Brian Youth (HOBY) Leadership program.

He credited his mother, family and teachers for their support and encouragement throughout his academic journey.

Head Principal Stephen Hafele praised both students for their dedication and accomplishments.

“These students exemplify the hard work and commitment to excellence that we strive to instill in all of our students,” Hafele said. “We are incredibly proud of their achievements and look forward to seeing the impact they will make in the future.”

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Pictured above from left are LTHS’s Ivy League-bound seniors Adam Ghayyada and Gabriel Danley.