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Students wow ‘Do the Write Thing Challenge’ audience

A capacity crowd at the “Do the Write Thing Challenge” dinner celebration were wowed by the presentations of Jazmyne Robinson, Woodland Hills Junior High School; and Angelo Madison, South Hills Middle School. Both of their writings were chosen from among the 1,103 submissions from middle school students of the Pittsburgh Public and the Woodland Hills School districts. WQED’s Chris Moore served as host of the dinner celebration and remarks were offered by surprise guest, the Hon. Justice Max Baer of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.

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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS—Jazmyne Robinson and Angelo Madison received their special gifts after their presentation. At right: Joining the two, from left: Alex Matthews, Judge Dwayne Woodruff, Joy Woodruff and Evan Frazier. Matthews and Frazier are with Highmark.

“My wife and I feel called by God to work with youth. I see far too many youth in my courtroom each day who have been involved with or impacted by violence and giving them the opportunity to discuss violence with their teachers and in written form is a most important step in eliminating this societal problem.”

Last Updated on Monday, 03 December 2012 19:28

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Miss Westinghouse Pageant hosted by Alumni Association

The Pittsburgh Public Schools, Westinghouse Senior Class Sponsors, and Westinghouse Alumni Association hosted the Miss Westinghouse Pageant, a spectacular event held at the school.

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MISS WESTINGHOUSE CONTESTANTS—From left: Maurissa Harrison, 9th grade queen; Shaina Wallace, 11th grade runner up; Chelsea Shields, contestant; Toya Cooper, contestant; Andrea Lewis, 11th grade queent; Desirae Lane, 9th grade runner up; Andrea McCoy, 12th grade runner up; Eva McKissick, contestant; Tatayanna Cox-Taylor, Miss Westinghouse; Noni Wilson, contestant; and Kijev James, contestant.

The pageant was held May 21, in the school auditorium. The purpose of the pageant is to recognize young women in grades 9-12 whose academics and character demonstrate school pride, confidence, and success as well as a desire to pursue a post-secondary education.

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Oliver holds annual Career Day

by Paige K. Mitchell
For New Pittsburgh Courier

What does a promise mean to you? Most people see a promise, as a way of making an agreement, and giving your word as comfort to let someone know everything is going to be alright. Well, at Oliver High School, a P.R.O.M.I.S.E. means protecting and restoring the order of mankind with the initiative to serving elders. On May 20, Oliver High School continued in that mold by holding a career day convention from 9-11 a.m. in their auditorium to help guide their students down the right career paths.

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TAWONA McGUIRE, SHAWNE PHILLIPS

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Shopping for a scholarship

The Quaker State Funeral Directors Association of Western Pennsylvania hosted a shopping spree for the winner of their raffle, which raised funds for the Floyd C. Coles Sr. Scholarship Fund at the Giant Eagle on Frankstown Road in East Hills.

“The shopping spree was excellent. It was my very first one and it was fun,” Funeral Director and Association President Michael J. Aldrich, of Aldrich Funeral Home said. “Debbie Hickman (owner of the Giant Eagle) was an excellent host.” He also extended his thanks to the six other funeral homes that participated.

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Image-conscious youths rein in social networking

by Martha Irvine
Associated Press Writer

CHICAGO (AP)—What’s that? A young college grad lecturing her elders about online privacy?

It might go against conventional wisdom, but a new report from the Pew Internet & American Life Project is adding fuel to the argument that young people are fast becoming the gurus of online reputation management, especially when it comes to social networking sites.

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