Written by McD

Feel The Power

Jon Pritikin, holder of a Guinness World Record and competitor on the World’s Strongest Man contests, came to Bishop McDevitt High School today to address the student body.

Using feats of strength such as bending a steel bar, ripping a telephone book in half, and breaking a baseball bat, he captivated the students' attention. Through the assembly Jon spoke to the students about bullying and self-worth. He told them about his life story and inspired everyone in the room to meet his challenge. Jon challenged the students to be heroes. He asked them to never let anyone eat alone in the cafeteria again. “Heroes help people going through a tough time. There is a time in your life when you can help someone and be their hero. Don’t be mean to people.”

Jon encouraged the students throughout the two assemblies. Students were given time to ask questions in front of everyone and even privately. All of the students were very receptive and moved by his story.

To join Jon’s Facebook page or to see photos of the students with Jon after the assembly, please visit the following sites. www.feelthepower.org or search for Jon Pritikin on Facebook. To see pictures from the McDevitt assemblies, click here or on the above photo.

More information about his visit will be published in the next issue of the Twin Towers in January 2012.

Written by Jared Halvorsen

Congratulations to our newest ALUMNI!

Welcome- Class of 2011 to the group of graduates who have crossed the stage of the Forum in Harrisburg. On Thursday, May 27, 2011 one hundred and fifty four students walked across the stage to receive their diplomas. Over ninety-six percent of the class will be pursuing higher education. We are proud to call you alumni and we encourage you to keep in contact with the school. To view photos from the graduation, please click here.

Written by McD

National Honor Society - Transfer of Office

On Friday morning, May 20, 2011, the National Honor Society held their "Transfer of Office" service in the Bishop McDevitt High School Chapel. The NHS Officers of 2011-2012 transferred their duties and responsibilities to the new NHS Officers of 2011-2012.

Pictured from left to right.
Back Row (NHS Officers 2010-2011): Denton Williams, Alessandro DiSanto, Marissa Liberacki, Elizabeth Ciccocioppo
Front Row (NHS Officers 2011-2012): Libby Hemler, Christine Molitoris, Michael Farrell, Diana Nguyen and NHS Faculty Chair, Sr. Christine Cunningham, IHM

Written by McD

Home Economics Class on ABC 27 - WHTM

Students from Mrs. Lori Shafaye's Home Economics class were featured on ABC Channel 27 News. ABC 27's Rob Dixon, came to Bishop McDevitt High School on Thursday, February 17 to highlight the students for their work in making clothing for children in Kenya, Africa. The Dow Family Children's Home, owned and operated by the family of McDevitt senior, Marianna Romejko, cares for the orphans and poor in Kenya. Please click here for a link to the video.