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UPPER CHICHESTER — The Delaware County Chapter of Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees recently held its annual Celebration of Excellence in Education spring luncheon at Lia’s Catering in Boothwyn, and awarded over $15,000 in educational grants, Lauretta Woodson Scholarships and Lauretta Woodson Recognition Awards.
Winners of recent science fairs were also recognized. Donations of nonperishable food items to support the Bernadine Food Pantry and Chester Eastside, and shoes for Soles 4 Souls were collected at the luncheon.
PASR was founded in 1937 and is an association comprised of retired employees of Pennsylvania’s public schools.
The association is comprised of former teachers, administrators, counselors, nurses, secretaries, aides, bus drivers, cafeteria workers and maintenance staff. Anyone who is now receiving a pension from the Pennsylvania School Employees Retirement System (PSERS) can be a member.
PASR operates solely to advocate for retirees, regardless of their previous roles or affiliations in the public school system. PASR’s mission is “To serve others in need within the chapter as well as in the community and to help one another enjoy retirement.
Dr. Lauretta Woodson, a Delco Chapter PASR’s founding member, had a commitment to education that extended beyond the classroom. Dr. Woodson was a dedicated educator and advocate for public education.
Born and raised in Chester, she pursued her passion for teaching, earning degrees from West Chester Teacher’s College, Columbia University and Temple University. She began her career as an English teacher in Eddystone, before becoming an assistant professor at Temple University, where she served for over 25 years.
Upon her passing, she left a generous amount of money to PASR to further its mission of supporting public education and to the Delaware County Chapter to support graduating seniors in public schools who are pursuing a career in education.
This year’s $12,000 Lauretta Woodson Scholarship awards went to the following students at Garnet Valley High School: Marissa Czerwnski, music education; Lauren Ricevuto, elementary education; and Olivia Scalli, early childhood.
Lauretta Woodson Recognition Awards went to Hillside Elementary School teacher Megan Conlan and Linwood Elementary School support professional Elaine Rodgers, both in the Chichester School District.
In addition to the Woodson awards, the chapter selected three school districts — Garnet Valley, Penn Delco and Rose Tree Media — to give the Educational Grant Awards from the Delco Chapter.
Seven grant applicants were from Bethel Springs Elementary School, where Tara Allen is the principal.
Of the seven, PASR awarded $2,450 to four teachers for their proposed projects: Megan Forsythe, flexible seating; Caitlin Battiste, whiteboard kidney table for math; Lynn Cashell, sensory trail for students with special needs; and Rachel Maiers, two-year subscription, game–based learning.
A grant of $1,000 was given to Penn Delco School District Supervisor of Elementary Curriculum and Instruction Danielle Murray for her teacher project, Differentiated Kindergarten Literacy. Part of the grant ($500) was given in memory of Frank Monaghan, a Delaware County PASR past president.
At the luncheon, winners of the 66th annual Delaware County Science and Engineering Fair were recognized. Each year, the Delaware County Chapter Educational Support Committee gives $200 awards in four categories to students enrolled in public schools. Winners then have the opportunity to compete in the tri-state Delaware Valley Science Fair.
Winners are: Mohammad Sami of Upper Darby High School, Grade 10; Skye Simms of Sun Valley High School, Grade 9; Diya Iyer of Strath Haven Middle School, Grade 8; Sophia Ma of Garnet Valley Middle School, Grade 7.
Additionally, student Jared Rambo of Chichester High School and Delaware County Technical School, received the $500 Joseph and Caroline Fedena Vocational Memorial Award, in memory the PASR members Caroline and Joseph Fedena.
For more information about the Delco Chapter of Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees, go to http://delcopasr.org.
The Delaware County Health Department is partnering with Jefferson Health System to bring a free Mobile Mammogram Screening to the Wellness Center in Chester, 151 W. Fifth St., Chester, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, June 6.
To get a complimentary screening, everyone must be over 40 years old, have not had a mammogram in the last 365 days, and have no prior diagnosis of breast cancer.
Health insurance is not required for this screening. However, patients with health insurance must bring a prescription from their primary physician/OBGYN.
Those wishing a screening must register by Monday, June 2. To register, call the DCHD Wellness Line at 484-276-2100 or email DelcoWellness@co.delaware.pa.us.
Dunwoody Village will host an open house of the Hood Octagonal Schoolhouse on its property at 3500 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square on Saturday, June 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The school was built in 1842 by William Hood Dunwoody’s great-grandfather James Hood. The schoolhouse was used for at least 20 years. In 2006, it was awarded designation on the National Register of Historic Places.
Today, the schoolhouse offers residents and visitors a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience life as it was in the 1800s. Members of the resident history committee, dressed in authentic attire, bring the past to life by reenacting traditional lessons in math and writing.
Dunwoody Village is a five-star quality rated continuing care retirement community in a suburban setting on 83 acres in Newtown Square. Dunwoody offers residents independent living, personal care, skilled nursing and memory support, as well as rehabilitation and home care to both residents and the outside community. For more information, visit http://Dunwoody.org.
The annual Philadelphia Pro-Life Mass and March is planned for Saturday, June 7.
Mass will be celebrated at 8 a.m. at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, 18th and Race streets, Philadelphia, followed by a march to Independence Mall and a rally, prayer and music.
Guest speakers will include Fr. Tom Whittingham, Pro-Life Union Board of Directors; Michele Venditto, director of strategic initiatives, Students for Life America; Joe Zalot, director of education, National Catholic Bioethics Center; Wendy Burpee, executive director, Genesis Women’s Clinic; Christopher Pushaw, president, Pro-Life Union of Greater Philadelphia.
Attendees are encouraged to bring donations of diapers and wipes to drop off before Mass. For more information, call 215-885-8150 or sign up at www.prolifeunion.org/2025mfl.
The Delaware County Office of Sustainability will host its fourth annual Delaware County Sustainability Conference, a weeklong series taking place from Monday, June 9 through Saturday, June 14.
Launched in 2021, the conference is the county’s signature event for engaging residents, businesses, and community leaders in meaningful conversations and action around climate, clean energy, transportation, equity, waste reduction and environmental stewardship.
This year, the conference is exploring a new format, offering both virtual sessions June 9 to June 13, as well as a large in-person closing celebration on June 14 to reflect the county’s ongoing commitment to accessibility and building a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable Delaware County.
Organized by the sustainability office, under the leadership of Rebecca Yurkovich, the conference includes:
• 15 virtual sessions addressing topics of energy efficiency, zero waste, environmental health impacts, regenerative farming and more
• A guided Hike through Ridley Creek State Park on June 13.
• In-person closing keynote celebration on June 14 at the Lazaretto Ballroom and Historic Lazaretto Quarantine Station in Tinicum Township
• Keynote presentation by TV meteorologist Glenn “Hurricane” Schwartz.
• EV exposition.
• Sustainability exposition featuring 30-plus local environmental organizations.
• Museum and cultural tours of the Italian Cultural Center and Swedish Heritage Museum
“The Sustainability Conference is one of our most important public forums for collaboration and innovation,” said Delaware County Council member Elaine Paul Schaefer. “It brings together local leaders, residents and change makers who are all working toward a shared goal: building a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable Delco for generations to come.”
This year’s event is completely sponsor funded by the Delaware County Solid Waste Authority, HRG, Natural Lands, Capozzoli’s Catering, Planet Green Thrift Store, Solstice Home Performance and GreenWeaver Landscaping.
All sessions are free, but registration is required.
For full conference details, a full listing and details of all the week’s events, and registration information, visit http://DelcoPA.Gov/Sustainability.
The Lansdowne Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will host its annual Flag Day ceremony at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 14 in Lansdowne Borough Green Park in front of Borough Hall, 12 E. Baltimore Ave.
In addition to members of the Lansdowne Chapter NSDAR, the following will be attending: The Alfred Clinton Wunderlich American Legion Post No. 65, Philadelphia Continental Chapter S.A.R., Marine Corps Detachment No. 884, Lansdowne mayor, Lansdowne Police Department, and Scouts in GSA Unit 520 and BSA Troops 63.
All are welcome to attend.
American Legion FA Scott Post 777, 137 Walter St., Crum Lynne, will present a “Night of Painting With The Spirits,” featuring Jeanann Medium at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 24.
Participants can make a beautiful painting of a hummingbird sitting upon a tree swing, with step-by-step instructions, facilitated by Dawn’s Devine Wings, and receive magical messages from Jeanann.
Whether people are a beginner or a seasoned artist, everyone over 21 is invited to sip, paint and create their own masterpiece, while receiving angelic messages.
Alcohol, beverages, and food will be available for purchase to support the American Legion.
Cost is $75 and all painting supplies and instruction are included. For questions or to reserve a spot, call 610-522-9111.
Collingdale honored fallen military heroes during its Memorial Day Service on Monday at the Community Center on MacDade Boulevard.
The event was led by Councilman Steve Zane, with speeches by the Rev. Perry Messick and Mayor Donna Matteo-Spadea, as well as Councilman Dwight Greene, a 15-year Army veteran.
The ceremony also included patriotic singers, flag raising, a flag line and a rifle salute, taps and a bagpiper.
Collingdale Fire Company had their huge flag hanging from the fire truck ladder, and wreaths were placed at the Veterans Memorial and Fire and Police Memorial. Also attending were Collingdale police, firefighters, EMS workers and residents.
The borough wishes to thank Stars & Stripes, Bars and Pipes Brigade Motorcycle club, Vietnam Veteran Motorcycle club, 2nd Brigade Motor Cycle Club and other independent patriotic riders, for doing the flag line and rifle salute every year. A luncheon sponsored by VFW Post 598 in Darby followed the ceremony.
Zane, along with fire company volunteers, hung many Hometown Hero banners near the community center and along MacDade before the service.
Readers can send community news and photos to Peg DeGrassa at pdegrassa@21st-centurymedia.com.
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