Author: Greg Hayes

LTHS Honors 84 Students at Annual Recognition Breakfast

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A group photo of the students recognized and celebrated at the 2026 Student Recognition Breakfast.WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (APRIL 21, 2026) — Loyalsock Township High School (LTHS) continued its decades-long tradition on Friday, April 17, by hosting its annual Student Recognition Breakfast to celebrate students who make a meaningful impact on the school community.

A total of 84 students were honored during the event, each selected by faculty members for the positive difference they bring to the school environment.

Unlike traditional academic awards, the recognition is not based on grades or extracurricular accolades. Instead, it highlights students who demonstrate everyday acts of kindness, offer support to peers and staff, and contribute to a welcoming and positive atmosphere.

“These are the students who often work behind the scenes,” school officials said. “They’re the ones who step up without being asked, lend a hand when it’s needed and help make our school a better place each day.”

The following students were recognized:

  • Miss Barnes: Elijah Burger and Cashlin Rogers
  • Bennett: Ava Gibbs and Madelyn Wolford
  • Bonislawski: Raegan Paquin and Gracie Woodring
  • Bower: Kendall Eichensehr and Josh Meacham
  • Bruno: Bella Brown and Isaac Probst
  • Carner: Lauren Millheim and Seth Janovitz
  • Carpenter: Peyton Kinsley and Kaylee Kwasney
  • Cashman: Tristan VanFleet
  • Miss Clark: Hunter Hower and Kellan Snyder
  • Covert: Vanessa Creveling and Jalil Coates
  • Señora DiCamillo: Eman Alkhawaja and Naisha Patel
  • Dincher: Amya Jett and Drake DuPont
  • Fry: Kira Wang and Jeffrey Meadows
  • Golbitz: Cooper Cowden and Parker Frederick
  • Haden: Jayden Jiang and Elijah Lin
  • Hafele: Alicia Hay and Austin Winder
  • Hill: Gianna Steele and Anton Cochran
  • Miss Hopkins: Anayah Mian and Gabe Danley
  • Señora Huertas: Ian Bower and Ethan Wetzler
  • Jacobson: Caleb Hartsock and Cole Lewis
  • Johnson: Ella McClain and Catherin Plagens
  • June: Olivia Bortz and Mia Girio
  • Miss Kelly: Sarah Hodrick and Kristina Kranz
  • Knight: Steven Cummings
  • LaPoint: Jaekairah Harden and Zane Ramos
  • Lorson, B.: Hazel Zajack and David Shorlo
  • Lorson, T.: Cyrus Clark and Demetri Hall
  • Mulaski: Ivan Baker and Dhruv Patel
  • Muthler: Rebekah Herb and Tyree Paul
  • Pavlick: Gracie Montgomery and Liam McLaughlin
  • Reinhart: Breeze Sauers and Cashius Pearson
  • Rippey: Noelle Collins and Morgan Hersh
  • Sanford: Blair Bower and Connor Rodgers
  • Miss Schans: Shyla Fulp and Tiegan Rogers
  • Smith: Madison Wertz and Qua’zheir Day
  • Smith: Maidson Perry and Gaving Koropchak
  • Snyder: Lydia Phillips and Eli Eiswerth
  • Stensland: Kaaliyah Drummond and Denver Cotterman
  • Townsend: Lillian Bonislawski and Olivia King
  • Tranquillo: Miles Soha and Jocelyn Moser
  • Turi: Sami Logue and Liam Pardoe
  • Winton: Aminah Wills and Connor Cowden

The Student Recognition Breakfast remains a longstanding tradition at LTHS, reinforcing the district’s commitment to character, community and the value of positive relationships.

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2 LTHS Students Headed to Ivy League Schools

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A photo of the two students headed to Ivy League schools.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.