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18-05-2025
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Zachary Kovaleski, Holy Cross High School
Over the next few weeks, The Times-Tribune is honored to present the profiles of each member of the Scholastic Superstars Class of 2025. These outstanding students were nominated by their schools and chosen by a panel of local officials. * Zachary Kovaleski (Zachary Kovaleski) * Zachary Kovaleski, Holy Cross High School(Zachary Kovaleski) Show Caption 1 of 2 Zachary Kovaleski (Zachary Kovaleski) Expand Zachary Kovaleski, Holy Cross High School Q: What accomplishments are you most proud of and why? A: I am most proud of being able to maintain my grades and balance my time between school, extracurriculars, work, service projects, and my hobbies. Q: What were your most rewarding school or community activities? A: At school, the student council has allowed me to help students find enjoyment in school, and in the community, assisting in my parish has demonstrated the impact of bringing people together for good. Q: What is something you do to relax? A: In my spare time, I like to write short stories, spend time with friends, take long drives, golf, and listen to music to relax. Q: Plans after high school graduation? A: College, major in civil engineering to ultimately become a practicing engineer and entrepreneur. Q: Who do you most admire and why? A: I admire my father, Jeff Kovaleski, more than anyone, for how he has been able to balance being a principal, borough council president, and committee head while also spending time taking care of his family and putting his moral values first. Q: What advice do you have for younger students? A: Always keep working, never give up, and be there for each other, because you never know what someone is going through or how much reaching out to them can mean. Show others that you appreciate them. A little about Zachary Kovaleski Hometown: Dickson City Parents: Brenda and Jeffrey Kovaleski Some of his honors: Valedictorian, National Honor Society, honorable mention Cum Laude on the National Spanish Exam, Voice of Democracy Audio Essay district winner. Some of his activities: History club, chess club, Mock Trial, student council. Some of his athletics: Baseball, golf. Some of his community service: Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership program, Leadership Northeast's Tomorrow's Leaders Today program, Little League volunteer, church volunteer. What his nominator said: 'He is a joy to know and an outstanding member of his own local community.'
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17-05-2025
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Ryleigh Kilmer, Mountain View Junior-Senior High School
Over the next few weeks, The Times-Tribune is honored to present the profiles of each member of the Scholastic Superstars Class of 2025. These outstanding students were nominated by their schools and chosen by a panel of local officials. Ryleigh Kilmer, Mountain View Junior-Senior High School Q: What accomplishments are you most proud of and why? A: I am most proud of co-founding our Fellowship of Christian Athletes club and representing our Future Business Leaders of America chapter on the state and national level. Each of these opportunities has allowed me to further develop my leadership skills. Q: What were your most rewarding school or community activities? A: As a member of the Susquehanna County Recreation Center volunteer committee and the Hallstead Bridgewater Church kids ministry service team, I am able to give back to my community in a positive way. * Ryleigh Kilmer Ryleigh Kilmer (Ryleigh Kilmer) * Ryleigh Kilmer (Ryleigh Kilmer) Show Caption Ryleigh Kilmer 1 of 2 Ryleigh Kilmer (Ryleigh Kilmer) Expand Q: What is something you do to relax? A: I love to go shopping and try new kinds of food. Q: Plans after high school graduation? A: College, and enroll in a pharmacy program to earn my Doctor of Pharmacy degree. Q: Who do you most admire and why? A: I admire our high school principal, Dr. (Mark) Lemoncelli. Whether it's a kind smile or a greeting by name, he makes it known that his office door is always open and that he will listen to and support each of us. Dr. Lem embodies service leadership, sets a great example for everyone who has the pleasure of knowing him, and will never hesitate to advocate for any of his students. Q: What advice do you have for younger students? A: Do not be afraid to reach out for help or utilize the resources around you. You will not only find assistance, but may also form a connection that will be beneficial in the future. A little about Ryleigh Kilmer Hometown: South Gibson Parents: Matthew and Ashley Kilmer Some of her honors: Susquehanna County Transcript Athlete of the Month, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society. Some of her activities: Future Business Leaders of America, student government, Fellowship of Student Athletes, School Counselor Advisory Council. Some of her athletics: basketball, volleyball. Some of her community service: The Susquehanna County Recreation Center project, church volunteer. What her nominator said: 'She is a self-confident, intelligent young woman who will continue to flourish in life after high school.'
