Lonzy Vielma on being his best by StrongKidsWhen wrestler, Lonzy Vielma, meets a challenge, he moves above and beyond it. When he makes a goal, it’s a big goal. When he uses a special talent to make life better for others, he models kindness. And when he chooses excellence, it spills over into everything he does. Find out who Lonzy thanks for these life lessons and how he’ll continue to make a difference in his future career. Hosted by Mary Dreliszak. Edited by Kace Shearer. Music by Eva Lypson. StrongKids is produced by the Connnellsville Area High School iMedia Center.

Tagan Basinger on finding her calling by StrongKidsAccomplished softball catcher, Tagan Basinger, has known since she was a child what her career would be one day. But when she was invited to help with the Life Skills class, it was a curve ball she wasn't expecting. Find out how Tagan responded and how her faith plays a role in her ability to be confident, caring and kind. Hosted by Mary Dreliszak. Edited by Kace Shearer. Music by Eva Lypson. StrongKids is produced by the Connnellsville Area High School iMedia Center.

Kaitlyn Erwin on life lessons gained from her experiences by StrongKidsSenior, Kaitlyn Erwin, models strength of character. In this episode of StrongKids, this accomplished dancer talks about her actvities, her experiences and the life lessons she's gained from them. In the process, she has given her all to grow into the strong kid that she is and the strong woman she is destined to become. Hosted by Mary Dreliszak. Edited by Kace Shearer. Music by Eva Lypson. StrongKids is produced by the CAHS iMedia Center at Connellsville Area High School.

Kace Shearer makes digital media that matters by StrongKids In this episode of StrongKids, senior, Kace Shearer, gets #reel as he talks about digital media and more. He hasn't kept his media skills to himself. Instead, Kace uses what he's learned to help other students (and his YouTube audience) learn new things too. It's just one of the things that make him a StrongKid. Hosted by Mary Dreliszak. Music by Eva Lypson. Edited by Kace Shearer. Produced by CAHS iMedia.

Kasey Stanton on leadershipListen to this episode from StrongKids on Spotify. Senior, Kasey Stanton models strength of character. In this episode of StrongKids, this six-sport athlete and dancer shares how being an athlete has shaped his ability to lead and to stay focused. He also talks about what it takes to compete as a JROTC Raider and how he’s using a special skill he has to help others. The sky is the limit, as you’ll discover, for this StrongKid. Hosted by Mary Dreliszak. Music by Eva Lypson. Edited by Kace Sharer.

Eva Lypson on creating fun experiencesListen to this episode from StrongKids on Spotify. Eva Lypson makes life better for others. In this episode of StrongKids, the ukulele performer is talking about why she enjoys creating fun experiences for audiences. And as she gets ready to share the lead role in the high school’s upcoming musical, Anastasia, she’s crediting two CAHS alumni among those who have helped to hone her performance skills. Discover the sports Eva is now playing and how, she says, her parents inspire her to live more fully every day.

StrongKid Graduates

JROTC Student Leaders I StrongKids Podcast

An interview with JROTC student leaders, Isabella Roebuck, Samantha Campbell, and Kristopher Bower – These strong kids share the impact of being part of the U.S. Army Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps. More than a class, the program has taught them leadership, respect and life skills while building confidence and camaraderie among their peers. For them, it has been a life-changing experience.

Ethan Hamilton I StrongKids Podcast

An interview with senior, Ethan Hamilton – He was born a survivor. This StrongKid has been honing his skills in music and the arts while planning a career path that will take him back to the unlikely place where his life began.

Bryar Halfhill I StrongKids Podcast

An interview with sophomore, Bryar Halfhill – From fly fishing to trapping to archery and hunting, this student is talking about his love of the outdoors. His ability to be present in the moment and to enjoy the adventures of travel will inspire you to to make the most of every day.

Charity Ohler I StrongKids Podcast

An interview with sophomore, Charity Ohler – Coming into high school has its challenges. Find out what choices Charity made that took her out of her comfort zone, growing her into the StrongKid she is today.

Mason Stanley I StrongKids Podcast

An interview with sophomore, Mason Stanley – He’s tackling issues like climate change, giving peers a voice and empowering younger kids to succeed. Find out how this StrongKid is changing the world for the better.

Taney Basinger I StrongKids Podcast

An interview with sophomore, Taney Basinger – This 15 year-old designs and makes her own clothes, sings praise and worship music, and is an entrepreneur. Taney talks about this and what motivated her to stop trying to fit in and start being herself. We’ll also hear who has inspired her as well as what’s next for this #StrongKid.

Life Skills Teacher, Carrie Douty I StrongKids Podcast

An interview with Life Skills Teacher, Carrie Douty – Her students with special needs operate the Falcon Fuel coffee shop at Connellsville Area High School. And while they’re serving up the fuel the school community uses to power through the day, these incredible kids are gaining life skills and building relationships. A few of Carrie’s students join us to share what they like best about their roles.

Ryan Craig I StrongKids Podcast

An interview with senior, Ryan Craig I He’s an aspiring filmmaker who collaborates with the best friend he never met in the UK as they write and compose screenplays. As he gets ready to graduate from high school, the storyteller shares his journey and the biggest lesson for future success he’s learned along the way.

Parker Carte I StrongKids Podcast

An interview with senior, Parker Carte I He has an inquisitive mind and a desire to part of something bigger than himself. This performer, music composer, future neurosurgeon and lead in the high school musical says it’s about exercising the brain and having the full human experience.

Nico Munson I StrongKids Podcast

An interview with CAHS senior, Nico Munson | This Student Council president and future mechanical engineer shares what it takes to succeed

Kyle Caravalho | StrongKids Podcast

An interview with CAHS senior, Kyle Caravalho | Kyle is using his technology skills to serve others as an entrepreneur, volunteer, and host of “Tech Tip Tuesday”, a segment on the school’s morning news.

Trevin Keteles | StrongKids Podcast

An interview with CAHS senior, Trevin Keteles | Trevin, known as TK the DJ, has built an entertainment business on hard work and creativity. And it’s already paid for his college tuition.

Laura Becker | StrongKids Podcast

An interview with CAHS senior, Laura Becker | Laura talks about the complete lifestyle change she made to improve her health. This future nurse will inspire you to make a healthy goal, keep working at it, and never give up.

McCauley Jones | StrongKids Podcast

An interview with CAHS senior, McCauley Jones. | An entrepreneur since he was 12 years old, McCauley has grown his DJ business into a full-scale entertainment company called Macky D Productions by focusing on the bigger picture.

Deven Anderson | StrongKids Podcast

An interview with CAHS senior, Deven Anderson. | Deven opens up about bullying and shares that it was his family’s love and support that got him through it. His future plans include one day using his gift to repay them.

Kindness | StrongKids Podcast

A conversation on bullying and kindness with Sophia Hamilton, Seth White, and Mareesa Marra | From three different middle schools, these StrongKids share their perspectives on bullying and ideas for creating a kinder culture.

00:00Bailee Hiles | StrongKids Podcast

An interview with CAHS junior, Bailee Hiles | Bailee founded a non-profit to make life better for those who are struggling at Christmas. Now this student musical director is able to give to others what she wasn’t able to have as a child.

Tristin Szabo | StrongKids Podcast

An interview with CAHS junior, Tristin Szabo | Tristan uses music as a creative outlet. His work ethic and passion have enabled him to rise above adversity and to find success as the rap artist known as Tristin Dare.

Taylor Speeney | StrongKids Podcast

An interview with CAHS senior, Taylor Speeney | Taylor shares insight on the choices that led to her sister’s drug use and ultimately, the Heroin overdose that took her life. She also shares the impact and how she is rising above.

Jacob Kern | StrongKids Podcast

An interview with CAHS senior, Jacob Kern | In this first show, Mary Dreliszak interviews Jacob, a senior who is rising above the challenge of life with Cystic Fibrosis. He teaches us to live our best life, despite the obstacles, and to give back.