Families walking together, participating in jumping rope and hula hoops, and learning about some healthy snacking were opportunities provided at the Health and Wellness Event held at the Mountain View Elementary School. This annual event was planned and organized by Karen Voigt, District Director of Curriculum and Instruction. The evening began with registration in the lobby by Mrs. Tranovich after which families walked laps to equal a mile. Those who completed the walk displayed their names on sneakers posted on the wall. From there the families perused displays in the lobby. Susquehanna County Dairy Maid Emory Bewley and Dairy Ambassador Mercedes Spickerman conducted a jump rope and hula hoop contest. Arrangements for them to participate were made of Penn State Extension Office Manager Evelyn Goff. Wilma Wellness aka retired teacher Cindy Reynolds read stories and provided activities about amounts of sugar in foods and walking off calories.

Pictured are Dr. Elaine Chichura and Heather Fedoryk, food services director, discuss the table of healthy snacks which was available for sampling as a part The Health and Wellness Family Event held recently at the Mountain View Elementary School. Karen Voigt organized the educational event which provided information, activities, and snacks in a fun, interactive format.

The families were then moved to the gym to watch and even try out some zumba moves. Cathy Marvin, zumba instructor at the Windwood Hill Dance Academy in New Milford, brought her class to the event. During the workout, she demonstrated and encouraged families to try some of the moves with the music. Many children and their parents joined in but most found the hour long workout a bit much for their endurance. Cathy said that her class meets three times a week for an hour workout.

The wrap-up activity included snacks and more time to enjoy the vendor displays. Dr. Elaine Chichura provided a display table with snacks and recipes. Yogurt granola treats were served as well as the 4H Trail Mix. Heather Fedoryk manager of the Nutrition Group which is the food service for the school cafeteria provided a variety of snacks encouraging portion control. Information on the service was provided for parents. They also had some give aways for those in attendance. All who attended enjoyed the evening in a fun way to learn about health and wellness ideas.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - The following local residents received a degree from University of the Sciences during a bachelor's degree conferment ceremony on Friday, May 18.

Shannon Elbrecht of Hallstead, PA, received a bachelor of science in health science degree and now continues on a path towards a doctor of physical therapy degree.

Aleshia Napolitano of Susquehanna, PA, received a bachelor of science in health science degree and now continues on a path towards a doctor of physical therapy degree.

This year marked the first bachelor's degree conferment ceremony for some 240 students in the master of occupational therapy, doctor of occupational therapy, doctor of physical therapy, and doctor of pharmacy programs. The ceremony was for students who were eligible to earn a bachelor's degree during the 2011-12 academic year even as they continue their matriculation toward their professional degrees with an anticipated graduation in May 2014.

LA PLUME, PA - Keystone College celebrated its 141st commencement during ceremonies on the college's campus in La Plume on Saturday, May 20. Degrees were conferred upon 355 students.

Keystone President Dr. Edward G. Boehm, Jr., presided over the ceremony. Mikal E. Belicove, a nationally known business author, columnist, blogger, and business consultant and a 1986 Keystone graduate, provided the keynote address. Mr. Belicove was also awarded an honorary doctorate degree.

The following local students received a degree or certificate: Norma Unitis Kanavy, Clifford Twp, received a certificate, Ashley Nicole Huff, Montrose, received an associate in science degree, Devin Lee Abbott, Susquehanna, received an associate in arts degree, Amy Ruth May, New Milford, received an associate in arts degree, Brandy Rose Norville, South Montrose, received an associate in arts degree, Kimberly Michele Aukema, Montrose, received a bachelor of science degree, Nicodemo M. Baggetta, Clifford Township, received a bachelor of science degree, Shelley Marie Bixby, Lenoxville, received a bachelor of science degree, Lynnea Elizabeth Brush, New Milford, received a bachelor of science degree, Joshua Steven Carpenter, Susquehanna, received a bachelor of science degree, Ashley Lynn Cieszkowski, Lenoxville, received a bachelor of science degree, Brianna Marie Gieski, Montrose, received a bachelor of science degree, Danielle Elizabeth Keenan, Susquehanna, received a bachelor of science degree, Zachary Donald Knott, Hallstead, received a bachelor of science degree, Adreanna F. Konsur, Jackson, received a bachelor of science degree, Jennifer Lee McPherson, Brackney, received a bachelor of science degree, Lori F. Miller, Great Bend, received a bachelor of science degree, George John Paterno, Susquehanna, received a bachelor of science degree, Cortney Marie Tyler, Lawton, received a bachelor of science degree, Alicia Jeannette Walker, Dimock, received a bachelor of science degree, Susan Byrne Yeszkonis, Brackney, received a bachelor of science degree, Tiffany Marie Carpenter, Susquehanna, received a bachelor of arts degree and Brittany Lee Stankiewicz, Hallstead, received a bachelor of arts degree.

Keystone College is a fully accredited, independent, private college committed to providing education in the liberal arts tradition in an academic setting that fosters integrity, civility, and curiosity. Situated on a 270-acre rural campus in La Plume, Pa., Keystone currently serves 1,800 students and offers over 20 majors and 24 minors along with a number of certificates within six academic divisions. For more information, visit www.keystone.edu.

Pictured (l-r): Alexandria Dominick, Ellen Holdredge, Bob MacNamara

Alexandria Dominick received the scholarship awarded by the Susquehanna County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees (PASR). The award was presented at Senior Class Night at the Susquehanna Community High School. Bob McNamara, president of the Chapter, and Ellen Holdredge, Education Support Chairperson, were present to make the award.

During her years in high school, Alexandria was active in clubs and activities, including National Honor Society, Scholastic Scrimmage Team, Marching, Pep and Concert band. She participated in the drama production, South Pacific. Also, she was in the Times Tribune Artist of the Month competition and donated art to the Giving Hearts Foundation.

Alexandria will attend Arcadia University in the fall to pursue a degree in the art education field.

MILLERSVILLE, PA Susan M. Greene, of Susquehanna, Pa., a freshman at Millersville University of Pennsylvania, has been named to the Dean's List for the spring 2012 semester.

The 1,382 students named to Millersville University's spring 2012 Dean's List earned a semester grade-point-average of 3.50 or higher and attempted at least 12 credits of course work.