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Senior foreign exchange student Adrian Stangdell in his favorite souvenir since attending Hempfield, his letterman's jacket. (Photo by Kirston Norton)
Hempfield’s Own Swedish Fish
by Kirston Norton, Assistant Editor-in-Chief Hempfield’s Own Swedish Fish
From Stockholm, Sweden to Greensburg, Pennsylvania, foreign exchange student Adrian Stangdell came to the United States in August of 2021 to attend Hempfield High School and immerse himself in American culture. Stangdell is involved in cross country, the bowling team, and 15601. He has been able to buy, what he says, is his favorite souvenir from the United States, a letterman’s jacket. He speaks both Swedish and English fluently, and has found it easy to be able to make new friends.
Since arriving in the United States, Stangdell has tried Chick-fil-A for the first time, but his favorite American foods are hamburgers and hot wings. Stangdell says, “The fashion in America is different from the fashion in Sweden, no one wears crocs to school and people dress more formally in America,” While in America, Stangdell has been able to visit Virginia and Florida. He has also traveled as far away as Indonesia, Thailand, Aruba, Italy, and more. Stangdell’s father participated in the foreign exchange program when he was young and it inspired Stangdell to do the same. Stangdell participates in the program through American Field Service (AFS). He recommends participating in the foreign exchange program because it is interesting, and students get to know new people and culture.
Austria Minus Linus for 2022
by Jacquie Broush, ReporterAustria Minus Linus for 2022
Hempfield has another new foreign exchange student walking the halls this semester. Linus Glatz of Austria, sometimes referred to as Lini, grew up and lives in Vienna, Austria. His native language is German, but Glatz is also able to speak English, Polish, a little bit of Spanish, and impressively speaks Latin. Back at home, Glatz says he is the middle child of two sisters; younger sister Livia, 12, and an older sister Rosa, 25.
Glatz says that his biggest culture shock coming to America is that buildings, homes, and stores are a lot bigger than he has ever seen, and also there is less access to public transportation. Glatz says he always has to ask someone to drive him places, when normally he can get around by himself at home.
He lives with the same host couple that Delphine Vandael, of Belgium, stayed with, and says he loves their two cats and large beautiful garden. He is planning to join the lacrosse team when the season starts. He says, “Making new friends is easy when you are new and interesting.” With his host family, he loves to go hiking, bowling, and fishing. In his lifetime, he’s traveled to Germany, Switzerland, Tschech, Slovak, Hungary, Israel, Iceland, Italy, Slovenia, France, Poland, and, of course, the United States. Most importantly, Glatz says that he would recommend a forgeign exchange year to anyone because he thinks, “There is nothing better than an exchange year just for your personal growth and education.”
Senior Amara Forsyth, jumping for joy with sophomore exchange student Linus Glatz. (Photo by Jacquie Broush)
United Spartans Spreads Kindness throughout School and Community
by Garret Harvey, Sports Editor and DesignerUnited Spartans Spreads Kindness throughout School and Community
The United Spartans Club will be hosting its annual Kindness Week February 15-18 in hopes of spreading kindness and positivity around Hempfield. With over 100 United Spartans members, the club is aiming to change the school and community through Kindness. Club Sponsor Mrs. Kertoy believes, “No matter how small the act is, kindness can go a long way.”
The club has a variety of themes for students to participate including Luau Day, Tie Dye Day, and Mismatch Day. On Friday, students can pay $1 to wear PJ bottoms to benefit Wayward Whiskers. Throughout the entire week, the United Spartans performed random acts of kindness around the community, like a pen pal program to senior citizens at Westmoreland Manor, birthday in a bag for Beverley’s Birthdays, and thank you letters for service members.
Junior Reese Knavel was happy about the idea of Kindness Week and said, “It’s really nice that our school is willing to do something to spread kindness around the community.”
The United Spartans Club looks forward to Kindness Week. (Photo from United Spartans Instagram)
Above, senior Marissa Hill’s ceramic art is one of many on display in the show. Below, Emily Vohs proudly displays the mug she created, which appear in the art show. (Photos by Justin Hicks)
Hempfield Artists on Display
by Kaitlyn Duray, Editor-in-ChiefHempfield Artists on Display
Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art is holding an exhibition called “Artists of the 21st Century” from February 11 to April 17 of this year. The show features different pieces created by artists in our community, including 15 Hempfield students and is open from Wednesday to Sunday 12 pm to 4:30 pm, but is closed on Monday & Tuesdays. Madelyn Carter, Chloe Fontanazza, Shanya Coshey, Paige Roberts, Jennica Thomas, Chloe Fontanazza, Angie Ricco, Olivia Roll, Katie Baker, Morgan Dalicandro, Selena Torri, Marissa Hill, Emily Vohs, Emma Cofrancesco, and Haley Gallagher all have pieces in the gallery. Their pieces were created completely in school and personally selected by the high school’s art teachers to be a part of the show. Senior Paige Roberts stated, “I’m really grateful for the opportunity for more people to see my art. I just got into photography last year, and thanks to Mrs. Daignault’s encouragement it has become something I’m very passionate about. I love interpreting and admiring the art of others, so I’m very excited for my piece to be seen and interpreted by more people. It’s a wonderful opportunity that I’m very thankful for.” Admission to the museum is completely free, but donations are appreciated as they help keep their doors open. Let’s all show some support for our local and fellow artists and take some time to appreciate the time and dedication put into all of their pieces.
Welcome Back, Mrs. Charlton
by Will Mueller, ReporterWelcome Back, Mrs. Charlton
With a new semester starting, not only did classes and schedules change, but the administration did as well. Welcome back, Head Principal Mrs. Kathy Charlton. She said she is happy to be back and expressed, “I am excited to work with the kids. I love to work!” She immediately expressed how she was not thinking about retirement and laughed as she said, “No, I will never retire!” The high school is also expecting a new principal to replace Mr. Steve Delisle who is retiring. Coming from the Clairton School District, Dr. Tiffany Gratchick will arrive on March 11 just shy of the last quarter of the year. At that time, Dr. John Molner will conclude his interim administrator position.
Head Principal Mrs. Kathy Charlton makes her return to the office. (Photo by Will Mueller)
Mr. Steeley and Mrs. Testa proudly display the HASD acceptance plaque and certificates for the National English Honor Society. (Photo from Facebook)
Alpha Omega, National English Honor Society Coming to HS
Alpha Omega, National English Honor Society Coming to HS
NEHS Application Deadline: February 28
by Kirston Norton, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
Students who excel at English finally have the chance to join the National English Honor Society. The NEHS is offered to juniors only and the application deadline is February 28. Forms are available from junior English teachers. NEHS will be sponsored by Mrs. Ashley Testa and Mr. James Steeley. In order to be accepted, students must have completed two years of an English course with an overall weighted GPA of at least an 87.0%, and a weighted GPA in the student's current English course of at least a 93.0% as verified by the Guidance Department.
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