by Theresa Schuetz

The class of 2025 had their academic and athletic achievements recognized with two assemblies open to parents, guardians and fellow classmates.

Each May, GS honors its seniors with academic and extra curricular assemblies mentioning the scholarships and achievements seniors have received. This year the class of 2025 welcomed parents and guardians to come and acknowledge their accomplishments.

The first assembly was Tuesday, May 20and it honored the Athletics and Activities successes students have completed throughout their high school careers. Varsity letters students earned through sports, as well as some students’ extra activities they took part in throughout high school, such as the gifted program, as well as band and choral talents, were recognized throughout the assembly.

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Students on stage listen to a speaker at the awards ceremony

Photo by: Theresa Schuetz

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“I was recognized for being a four sport athlete, and I was also recognized for the Westmoreland County Scholar Athlete award,” senior Olivia Smith said.

Wednesday, May 21 marked the Academic Achievements Ceremony. Students were recognized for scholarships, their involvement in Central Westmoreland Career and Technology Center and the rigorous courses they have taken.

“I learned about the scholarships and the scholarships page on the class of 2025’s Teams page,” senior Bailie Merichko said. “Once I filled out certain scholarships, some of them directed me to others I also was applicable for.”

No matter what the Members of the Class of 2025’s goals are for the future, GS or WCTC helped lay down a foundation for their goals and may have inspired post secondary plans.

“It is okay if you change direction or don’t know what you want to do after high school,” guidance office Administrative Assistant Mrs. Julie Ebersole said. “Life is about trying, experimenting, failing and learning; test the waters until you find what is right for you.”