Features – Lions' Digest

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May 20, 2020

The photo shows a moment that Kendall Kleinman captured during her virtual prom with fellow senior Katia Fuller. “Initially I was a little bummed about prom being cancelled because I had already bought my dress, but I realized in the grand scheme of things this is a small loss,” Kleinman said.

How Students Are Holding Virtual Proms

May 20, 2020

Seniors Respond to Cancellations of Senior Events

Sydnee Rockey, Staff Writer

May 2, 2020

The class of 2020 is mourning the loss of senior prom, graduation and many memories they were supposed to have during their senior year of high school. On April 21, an email was sent out to State High seniors and their families...

Helping the Community From Behind a Mask

May 2, 2020

Many State High students signed the “Spread the Word Inclusion” poster during school. “We had the poster for people to sign showing that they believe in inclusion and that they will do something to promote [inclusion] in the school environment,” Mrs. Percival said.

Spread the Word to End the Word

April 21, 2020

Tonya Talone, a long time Meals on Wheels volunteer, works on the packaging line to produce meals for homebound members of the community. During the COVID-19 pandemic, State College Area Meals on Wheels has had to make drastic changes to their operations to ensure client and volunteer safety. “Instead of baking, I'm filling bags with nonperishable prepackaged foods or I’m working on the line, putting the hot meal in the trays to be sealed,” Talone said.

A Meal That Matters: How Meals On Wheels is Adapting to COVID-19

April 21, 2020

Though these tips can help prevent sickness, some main essentials are sanitizer and tissues. In addition, if you are ever sick in school, the nurse’s office is located in B0, and they are always there to help you. Make sure to take care of yourself this winter.

Season of Sickness: Tips and Tricks to Avoid Catching a Cold

April 8, 2020

The short story dispenser prints a variety of short stories for State High’s enjoyment and currently stands at the front entrance to the library. “The dispenser is a great option for students to use for a mindful moment and to relieve some stress,” State High counselor Suzanne Lyke said. Stop into the library today to read your own short story.

My Mental Health Matters Club Permanently Brings Back Short Story Dispenser

February 26, 2020

State High math teacher Mrs. Neal attends the annual Groundhog Day celebration in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Growing up in Punxsutawney, Neal was at the forefront of a lot of the culture surrounding Groundhog Day.

State High Welcomes an Early Spring with the Help of a Furry Friend

February 26, 2020

Ryan Domico, sophomore, studies during his cafeteria study hall. Nationally, students have reported high levels of stress due to school. “It’s kind of ‘cool’ to be stressed nowadays,” Merel Padt, senior, said.

Are Students More Stressed Than They Used to Be?

February 25, 2020

Guests of Night to Shine walk down the red carpet upon entering the dance floor.

Night to Shine Dazzles in State College

February 12, 2020

Aidan Kennedy-Phillips, a sophomore at Delta High, introduces his Community Action Plan project. He chose to show the Netflix documentary '13th.' He opened by saying, “I’m glad you could all be here tonight, this is such an important film about the mass incarceration crisis in the United States.”

Delta Student Decides Mass Incarceration is Worth a Conversation

February 10, 2020