Joshua joins sixteen (16) other students nominated by their districts within the IU5 to be considered as the selected candidate for the October Northwest C.L.A.S.S. Act Emerging Leader $1200.00 scholarship and the potential at earning another $5500.00 at the end of the 2026-2027 school year.
Joshua Pikna is an outstanding candidate for the Northwest PA C.L.A.S.S. Act Emerging Leader Award because he consistently demonstrates effort, character, responsibility, citizenship, and positive leadership. A senior and the son of Joseph and Jennifer Pikna, Joshua challenges himself academically while taking on significant leadership roles within his school. His coursework includes AP U.S. Government and Politics, English Honors, Calculus, and The Art of Public Speaking. Last spring, he was recognized as the Chemistry Student of the Year. Joshua particularly enjoys mathematics because it challenges him to innovate, problem-solve, and persevere.
Joshua is an active and influential member of his school community. He serves as vice president of student council, is a member of the senior class executive board, plays basketball, and participates in marching and concert band. As percussion section leader, he is responsible for leading the drumline and front ensemble. Through these roles, Joshua demonstrates dependability, collaboration, respect for others, and a willingness to accept responsibility. His commitment to service extends beyond school. Joshua assisted a friend with an Eagle Scout project at the Youngsville Cemetery, helping clean and reset gravestones. This experience reflects his willingness to give his time to others and contribute positively to his community.
Joshua credits former YHS band teacher Mrs. Cindy Scheid as one of the most influential people in his life. Beginning with percussion in fourth grade, she helped teach him the importance of work ethic, effective leadership, and working well with others. Those lessons are evident in the leader Joshua has become.
Just as notable as Joshua’s accomplishments is the gratitude he shows toward those who have supported him along the way. He is especially appreciative of his parents, Joseph and Jennifer, whom he credits for always being there for him and providing the encouragement and support that have helped him become the person he is today. This appreciation for others speaks to Joshua’s humility and character. His strong work ethic, service to others, leadership, and genuine gratitude make Joshua an excellent representative of his school and a deserving candidate for the Northwest PA C.L.A.S.S. Act Emerging Leader Award.
The registration window for Warren County School District winter athletics is open from now through October 23rd.
This past weekend, Buffalo-Niagara Honor Flight completed Mission 24, taking local veterans on an unforgettable, all-expenses-paid journey to Washington, D.C. From the patriotic send-off to the powerful visits at our nation’s memorials and the emotional welcome home, it was a weekend filled with honor, gratitude, and well-deserved recognition.
WCSD administrator Misty Weber proudly serves on the Buffalo-Niagara Honor Flight Advisory Board and is dedicated to helping more Warren County veterans take part in this life-changing experience. Do you know a local veteran who deserves this trip of a lifetime? Visit https://buffaloniagarahonorflight.org/ for more information, or message Buffalo-Niagara Honor Flight on their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BuffaloNiagaraHonorFlight.
Please share this post to help us spread the word to our local heroes!
PHEAA Financial Aid Night – For SENIOR Parents & Students
College is a big investment—and understanding how to pay for it is key. Join the Warren Forest Hi-Ed for an informative session hosted by Michelle Work, a representative from PHEAA (Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency).
📅 Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, October 14
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Warren County Career Center LGI
Michelle Work, PHEAA Representative, will walk families through the financial aid process, including grants, loans, scholarships, and FAFSA basics.
PARENTS – YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS THIS!
The 2026–2027 school year is off to a great start! September was filled with exciting activities across our district as students and staff settled into their routines, welcomed new faces, and kicked off another year of learning.
Our schools were busy welcoming new teachers, hosting family events, showcasing student work, and celebrating school spirit. Students participated in hands-on learning, creative projects, and opportunities to connect with others both inside and outside the classroom.
Our Career Center students worked on projects with local community partners, while other programs provided opportunities for students to explore their interests and build their skills. It was wonderful to see so many great things happening throughout the district as we began the new school year.
Be sure to check out the attached document to see what happened in each of our schools and programs during September. We're looking forward to sharing more Positive Happenings throughout the 2026–2027 school year!
September Positive Happenings: https://aptg.co/z5vDVx
Get ready for the Eisenhower vs. Warren football game on October 23rd!
Make a difference while you cheer on your team! Purchase a special event T-shirt designed by the students at the Career Center and help support the Warren County Children’s Advocacy Center, an organization dedicated to helping children and families in our community. Every shirt purchased shows your support both on and off the field! So, grab yours, wear it proudly on game day, and help us make a BIG impact! Don’t wait—sales end October 16th! Shirts will be delivered to EMHS and distributed at the game (other arrangements may be made). Sponsored by Eisenhower cheerleaders❤️
https://www.customink.com/fundraising/ug-1791381950687873?utm_campaign=desktop-campaign-page-share-v3&utm_content=ug-1791381950687873&utm_medium=social&utm_source=copy-link
Jayelyn joins sixteen (16) other students nominated by their districts within the IU5 to be considered as the selected candidate for the September Northwest C.L.A.S.S. Act Emerging Leader $1200.00 scholarship and the potential at earning another $5500.00 at the end of the 2026-2027 school year.
Criteria for being selected for the Northwest PA C.L.A.S.S. Act Emerging Leader includes the following:
• Effort – works hard and is persistent
• Character through compassion, honesty, trustworthiness, optimism, and responsibility
• Good citizenship
• Demonstrates responsibility
• Respectful to peers and teachers
• Serves as a positive/influential representative of his or her school community
If you are truly looking for someone who embodies these characteristics, Jayelyn Christensen is the obvious choice. Jayelyn is not a student who commands attention; she stands out because of what she stands for and that is something worth noticing.
As Jayelyn prepares for school, she begins receiving messages from classmates, though not the typical messages exchanged between teens. As Captain of the Protective Services program at the Warren County Career Center, she helps manage attendance and serves as a leader among her peers. By 7:40, she is at Warren Area High School for Madrigals, an audition-based singing group that represents the highest level of the choral program and performs throughout the school and community.
By 8:30, Jayelyn arrives at the Career Center where she spends the bulk of her day, but she does not sit in class merely listening. She works alongside her instructor to deliver instruction to her classmates. Her position as Captain was earned through an application, interview and selection process conducted by community members involved in public safety. She is well prepared for this responsibility. For four years, Jayelyn has served with the Starbrick Volunteer Fire Department. This is not just a line on her resume; she has earned her EMT certification and responds to calls outside of school hours.
At lunch time, Jayelyn heads back to Warren Area High School to complete her academic day in her core college preparatory classes where she is actively engaged and maintains high grades. When the 3:15 bell rings, Jayelyn’s day continues as a WAHS cheerleader through both football and competitive cheer seasons.
Jayelyn's focus is not recognition; she wants to help people and solve problems. Her goal is to work for a local EMS agency, gain experience and ultimately become a paramedic. She also understands the importance of inspiring the next generation of first responders. In 2025, she co-founded the Warren County First Responders Camp, a three-day summer camp introducing local youth to police, EMS and firefighting. Jayelyn helped develop the curriculum, organized speakers and work directly with campers to show them the opportunities available through service.
Jayelyn is not simply involved; she is committed. She balances academics, leadership, and public service while consistently putting others first. She demonstrates that leadership is not about seeking attention—it is about being dependable, stepping up when needed and making a difference.
The successful candidate must have Pennsylvania Certification in English 7-12 and must be able to demonstrate the use of technology in the classroom. The successful candidate will work on an hourly basis at a rate of $20.00 per hour for approximately 15 hours per week when students are at the center (8:30am – 11:00am and 12:45 – 3:15pm). Start and End dates are based on available funding but typically are late September thru end of May. Actual days worked can be flexible, depending on the need. The successful candidate must be familiar with special education, interpreting student data, and be willing to learn software used by the district for grade reporting and instruction. The successful candidate will work closely with instructors from both the Warren County Career Center instructors and the students home-school instructors. Employment is predicated on receiving adequate funds from the Carl D. Perkins Secondary Local Plan grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education and is paid solely from this grant. Questions concerning this assignment should be directed to Mr. James Evers, Director, Warren County Career Center (814) 726-1260. The anticipated start date for this position will be October 16, 2026.
The registration window for Warren County School District winter athletics is open from September 25th- October 23rd.
Warren County School District makes it easier to stay in touch with teachers and class information from that same app. Using the Warren CO SD app, you can easily switch from district and school information to Rooms, where you can see your student's classes and engage directly with teachers. Rooms can be accessed via the web and from our district app which is available for free and can be used from both Apple and Android phones.
Registration is open for the 21st Century After school program. The program's start date is September 8th. The program will be held Monday - Friday from 3:15 - 5:15. Complete the online form and someone will contact you with further information.
Measles is very contagious. Measles can cause serious health complications, especially in children younger than 5 years of age. Serious complications include pneumonia and encephalitis. Certain groups are more likely to have serious complications from measles.
Vaccines provide the best protection against getting sick from measles.
Two doses of measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) or measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (MMRV) vaccine provide the best protection against measles. Most people who are vaccinated with MMR & MMRV will be protected for life.
Measles spreads easily through the air, often from an infected person’s cough or sneeze. The virus can live for up to 2 hours in an airspace after an infected person leaves an area.
If someone breathes in contaminated air or touches contaminated surfaces and then touches their face (like their eyes, nose, or mouth), they could become infected. A person with measles can spread the virus to others starting 4 days before through 4 days after the rash or symptoms appear.
Symptoms usually appear in 7 to 14 days, but could be as long as 21 days, after exposure to someone who is infected.
Measles symptoms usually appear in 7 to 14 days, but could be as long as 21 days, after exposure to the virus.
Symptoms that may keep your child home include, but are not limited to:
A fever of 100.4°F or higher
Pink, red, or watery irritated eyes with or without drainage
Rash
Cough
Runny nose
Sore throat
https://www.wcsdpa.org/o/wcsd/page/measles
https://www.pa.gov/agencies/health/diseases-conditions/infectious-disease/measles
