Eighth Annual Knight of Distinguished Alumni

Matthew Bertoty is a dedicated paramedic, rescue technician, and EMS instructor whose career reflects a deep commitment to public safety, emergency medical services, and community leadership. A lifelong resident of North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, Matthew has spent over a decade serving his community through EMS and fire service, earning a reputation for clinical excellence, calm under pressure, and compassionate care.

His emergency services career began in 2014 when he became an Emergency Medical Technician with North Huntingdon EMS/Rescue. Driven by a passion for professional growth and clinical proficiency, he completed paramedic training through the Mutual Aid–UPMC–CEM Paramedic Training Consortium in 2019. Since then, he has served as a paramedic and rescue technician with multiple agencies, including North Huntingdon EMS/Rescue, UPMC Prehospital Care, Mutual Aid Ambulance Service, and Irwin VFD EMS.

Currently, Matthew works as a Paramedic/Rescue Technician with North Huntingdon EMS/Rescue and as an Advanced Response Specialist with UPMC Prehospital Care. He is a certified EMS instructor, actively involved in training and mentoring future EMS professionals. His instructional certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support, as well as Stop the Bleed. His commitment to leadership and development was further recognized with his selection for the 2023 EMS Regional Leadership Development Academy.

In addition to his EMS work, Matthew is a dedicated firefighter/paramedic. He has served with the Larimer Volunteer Fire Department since 2015, where he held the rank of Lieutenant, and he joined the Adamsburg Volunteer Fire Department in 2024. His cross-disciplinary experience enhances his effectiveness on complex emergency scenes and underscores his commitment to integrated public safety response.

Matthew is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration at Point Park University, with long-term aspirations of advancing into EMS administration and executive leadership roles. His work has been recognized through multiple honors, including the Allegheny Health Network Prehospital Services Trauma Award and the prestigious Hurst Green Cross Award for his life-saving efforts. Outside of EMS, Matthew is an Eagle Scout and Brotherhood member of the Order of the Arrow, reflecting his lifelong values of service, leadership, and integrity. A proud Norwin Band alumnus, he performed with the 2013 Bands of America Tournament of Roses Honor Band—an early testament to his discipline and teamwork. Today, Matthew lives in North Huntingdon with his wife, Samantha, continuing to dedicate his life to emergency response, training, and public service.

Betsy Frye, a 1980 graduate of Norwin High School, has dedicated her life to service—professionally, personally, and through her advocacy for families facing pediatric medical crises. For over 43 years, she has worked for UPMC in roles from medical assistant to charge processing specialist. Her career reflects values of compassion, reliability, and care for others.

Betsy and her husband Wilbur have been happily married for 43 years and chose to raise their family in North Huntingdon. Their son Luke and his wife Amanda have blessed them with a granddaughter, Piper, who brings immense joy. Family has always been central to Betsy’s life, including her late sister Cindy, her rock and best friend.

On March 24, 1997, Betsy and Wilbur’s lives were forever changed with the birth of their son, Lance Aaron Frye. Lance was born with three serious congenital heart defects, and his early days were marked by uncertainty. He underwent numerous surgeries, including heart reconstructions, a tracheotomy, orthopedic surgeries, and a heart transplant. Despite his medical challenges, Lance’s strength, generosity, and leadership were evident, particularly in his time at Dr. Bill Neches’ Heart Camp for Kids, where he found a deep sense of belonging.

When Lance lost his battle with cancer at age twenty-one, Betsy turned her grief into purpose. Lance had always dreamed of helping other families facing similar challenges, and Betsy made that dream a reality by founding Lance’s Heart Strings, a nonprofit organization that has since distributed over $106,000 in financial aid to families with children receiving care in cardiac ICU, cardiology, and oncology wards. The organization alleviates the hidden financial burdens of hospital stays, such as food, lodging, and lost income, allowing families to focus on their child’s recovery.

In addition to direct grants, Lance’s Heart Strings has donated over $30,000 to Heart Camp, ensuring that children with heart conditions continue to experience the joy and support Lance treasured. Betsy’s hands-on involvement with social workers and hospitals ensures that aid reaches the families who need it most, always with empathy and a profound understanding of their journey.

Betsy’s leadership has created not just a charitable organization, but a network of hope. Through Lance’s Heart Strings, she honors her son’s legacy daily, helping lift the weight from families’ shoulders while reminding them they are not alone. Through each card she writes, grant she approves, and family she touches, Lance’s light continues to shine.

For her extraordinary dedication, resilience, and impact on families across Pennsylvania and beyond, Betsy Frye exemplifies the spirit of Norwin and the highest ideals of public service. She is honored to be named a 2025 Norwin Distinguished Alumni and to represent her son’s legacy and her community with love, courage, and grace.

For more than 30 years, Dr. Jodi A. Burns has dedicated her career to supporting college students as an academic advisor, athletic coach, teacher, and through leadership development.

Burns began her professional journey in athletics, launching her coaching career in 1992 as the assistant men’s volleyball coach at Juniata College. Soon after, she returned to her alma mater, Clarion University, as head women’s softball coach and assistant women’s volleyball coach. Within three years, she was promoted to head women’s volleyball coach, mentoring student-athletes and building a competitive program grounded in teamwork and personal growth.

In 1999, Burns shifted her focus toward academic support and student services. She began by teaching freshman seminar courses and advising students on academic probation—an experience that ignited a passion for helping students find direction and resilience. Over the next decade, she served as outreach coordinator for TRIO Educational Talent Search and later as interim director of Clarion’s Academic Advising Center. During this time, she also taught courses in the university’s Sport Management program.

Burns holds a B.S. in Elementary Education from Clarion University, an M.A. in Student Affairs in Higher Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and an Ed.D. in Sports Management with a specialization in Sports Leadership from the United States Sports Academy.

In 2014, she joined the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, first serving as retention specialist for TRIO Student Support Services. She then moved into the Academic Advising Center, where she taught first-year seminar courses, advised undeclared students, and helped launch the College Life Coaching program. In 2020, she returned to athletics in a new capacity, becoming program director and assistant professor for Pitt Bradford’s Sport and Recreation Management major and Athletic Coaching minor.

After the spring 2024 semester, Burns stepped back from full-time academia to care for her father during illness. She continues to support students as a part-time student success coach with the ACT 101 Flourish – Educational Opportunities Program at Pennsylvania Western University – Clarion.

Burns’s research focuses on the collective well-being of sports teams, a topic she has presented internationally—including at the 2023 International Positive Psychology Association World Congress in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Throughout her career, she has remained active in volleyball coaching, working with youth clubs, interscholastic teams, camps, and clinics. She and her husband, Joe, have five children and six grandchildren. Her work reflects a lifelong dedication to helping students and athletes grow with confidence, purpose, and resilience.

Michael and Kelly Doyle share a remarkable journey of community service that began in their youth and would grow into a life-changing partnership dedicated to addressing food insecurity and empowering individuals in McKeesport and surrounding areas. Their shared mission grew out of a deep concern for their neighbors and a profound commitment to making a tangible difference.

In 2014, Kelly founded the “What’s Happening in White Oak and Surrounding Areas” Facebook group to connect residents and share local resources. What started as a community forum quickly became a lifeline for individuals in need, as Kelly and Mike began delivering care packages and food to families facing hardships. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the demand for assistance surged. The Doyles rose to the challenge, organizing food donations and delivery services for those unable to access traditional food banks due to transportation issues, illness, or vulnerability. Their home became an unofficial distribution hub, and they found themselves feeding between 5,000 to 7,000 neighbors every month.

Recognizing the need for a more sustainable and formalized operation, Kelly and Mike founded MISSION: AGAPE in 2020. Operating out of a repurposed church in White Oak, MISSION: AGAPE now provides food, clothing, and essential goods to thousands of area families. The organization serves as a community hub, offering food deliveries to households lacking available transportation, and providing services ranging from holiday meals to prevocational training and financial literacy programs. In doing so, they not only alleviate immediate hunger, but also promote long-term self-sufficiency.

Under their leadership, MISSION: AGAPE’s community-centered approach has expanded to include initiatives addressing a wide range of needs, including support for veterans, hygiene products for teens, and job search assistance, and their partnerships with local schools, healthcare providers, and other community organizations have created a network of care that extends well beyond food security. Their vision for a more equitable and supportive community has fostered an organization that operates with efficiency, compassion, and impact.

Through their tireless efforts, Kelly and Mike have built a thriving nonprofit that empowers individuals to overcome systemic barriers and achieve self-sufficiency. Their work has not only transformed lives, but strengthened the fabric of their community, creating a ripple effect of hope, resilience, and opportunity.

Michael and Kelly Doyle share a remarkable journey of community service that began in their youth and would grow into a life-changing partnership dedicated to addressing food insecurity and empowering individuals in McKeesport and surrounding areas. Their shared mission grew out of a deep concern for their neighbors and a profound commitment to making a tangible difference.

In 2014, Kelly founded the “What’s Happening in White Oak and Surrounding Areas” Facebook group to connect residents and share local resources. What started as a community forum quickly became a lifeline for individuals in need, as Kelly and Mike began delivering care packages and food to families facing hardships. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the demand for assistance surged. The Doyles rose to the challenge, organizing food donations and delivery services for those unable to access traditional food banks due to transportation issues, illness, or vulnerability. Their home became an unofficial distribution hub, and they found themselves feeding between 5,000 to 7,000 neighbors every month.

Recognizing the need for a more sustainable and formalized operation, Kelly and Mike founded MISSION: AGAPE in 2020. Operating out of a repurposed church in White Oak, MISSION: AGAPE now provides food, clothing, and essential goods to thousands of area families. The organization serves as a community hub, offering food deliveries to households lacking available transportation, and providing services ranging from holiday meals to prevocational training and financial literacy programs. In doing so, they not only alleviate immediate hunger, but also promote long-term self-sufficiency.

Under their leadership, MISSION: AGAPE’s community-centered approach has expanded to include initiatives addressing a wide range of needs, including support for veterans, hygiene products for teens, and job search assistance, and their partnerships with local schools, healthcare providers, and other community organizations have created a network of care that extends well beyond food security. Their vision for a more equitable and supportive community has fostered an organization that operates with efficiency, compassion, and impact.

Through their tireless efforts, Kelly and Mike have built a thriving nonprofit that empowers individuals to overcome systemic barriers and achieve self-sufficiency. Their work has not only transformed lives, but strengthened the fabric of their community, creating a ripple effect of hope, resilience, and opportunity.

Allison Fedorka graduated with honors from Norwin High School in 2003, having spent her middle and high school years actively involved in theater, chorus, show choir, piano, and reading history.

She is a nationally recognized immigration and law enforcement specialist, legal consultant, and public servant with a distinguished career committed to national security and protecting vulnerable populations. A proud Norwin graduate, Ms. Fedorka has worked to advance the integrity of U.S. immigration law, safeguard unaccompanied minors, and lead efforts to combat human trafficking and transnational threats. As Special Advisor to the Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC) Joint Initiative at Homeland Security Investigations’ Center for Countering Human Trafficking, she leads investigative coordination, legislative drafting, and strategic policy development supporting White House directives. Her work helps dismantle smuggling networks and secure protections for minors at the U.S. border.

Ms. Fedorka has held key positions within the Department of Homeland Security, including law enforcement liaison for the Case Management Pilot Program, federal lead protection officer during Operation Allies Welcome, and policy analyst focused on trade, intellectual property enforcement, and forced labor. Her contributions have shaped national and international policy on border security, refugee protections, anti-trafficking, and global human rights.

Abroad, she has provided legal service at the Center for Migrants’ Rights in Israel, assisting African political refugees and detainees. In Cuba, she studied foreign investment law at the University of Havana and helped coordinate a medical equipment donation to Havana Pediatric Hospital, training staff and fostering humanitarian ties.

She has received multiple federal honors, including the DHS Acts of Service Award, RAIO Global Excellence Star Award, and USCIS Silver Award, and has contributed to initiatives under the Executive Office of the President and DHS-led task forces.

Ms. Fedorka earned a Juris Doctor from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 2017, where she received the CALI Award for Lawyering Process: Negotiation, the Gismondi Fellowship, and the Nationality Rooms Scholarship, among other academic and service honors. She was active in the International Law Society and Phi Alpha Delta. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from Loyola University Maryland and studied abroad at Katholieke Universiteit in Leuven, Belgium.

From Norwin to Washington, D.C. and beyond, Ms. Fedorka exemplifies civic leadership, professional excellence, and a lifelong dedication to human dignity and the rule of law. She is honored to be named as a 2025 Norwin Distinguished Alumni.

John Howell, a 1979 graduate of Norwin High School, has led a dynamic career in education, finance, and the performing arts, shaped by a lifelong commitment to service, leadership, and excellence. During his years at Norwin, John was a passionate and involved student, participating in Drama Club, Chorus, Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Marching Band, where he served as drum major for two years. He also played a pioneering role in establishing Norwin’s first men’s volleyball team and continued to support the marching band as a staff member for eight years after graduation.

John earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management with a minor in Accounting from the University of Pittsburgh, graduating magna cum laude. He later obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Business Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, graduating summa cum laude with highest academic distinction.

His professional career began in the financial sector, serving as a financial advisor at Irwin Bank & Trust. He then worked at Westinghouse as a contract negotiator for the Navy nuclear program, managing procurement for aircraft carriers, destroyers, and submarines. John ultimately found his calling in education, serving as a Business Communication and Information Technology teacher at Hempfield Area High School. As department chair for a decade, he played a vital role in shaping the school’s curriculum, founding the district’s Personal Finance course—now a graduation requirement—and helping to write Pennsylvania’s Financial Literacy standards in collaboration with the Certified Financial Advisors of Pittsburgh and other statewide educators.

John’s contributions extend far beyond the classroom. A respected official in high school athletics, he has officiated basketball and volleyball for over 33 years through the PIAA and is affiliated with multiple organizations, including the Golden Triangle Volleyball Officials, Ohio Valley Referees, and the Professional Association of Volleyball Officials. His expertise has earned him the honor of judging national championships in the U.S., Japan, Amsterdam, and the United Kingdom for premier arts organizations such as Drum Corps International, Winterguard International, Music for All, and the Pennsylvania Federation of Contest Judges.

John is also deeply engaged in his church community. For over four decades, he has served in various musical and leadership roles. He currently directs the Chancel Handbell and Handchime Choir, a group he has been part of for more than 44 years. He chairs the church’s seasonal decorating and landscaping committees, has sung in the choir for 39 years, and has served as an assisting minister.

Through every role, John Howell exemplifies dedication, leadership, and a deep commitment to enriching the lives of others and the communities he serves.

Annetta Marion is a Primetime Emmy Award-winning filmmaker, showrunner, and director whose work has garnered critical acclaim across documentary and scripted formats. With honors including an Oscar shortlist placement, a Hollywood Creative Alliance ASTRA Award, and BAFTA and Peabody nominations, Marion is known for her insightful, emotionally resonant storytelling and unshakable command of the production process.

Upon graduating Norwin, Marion had a very different vision for her professional future than what she would eventually discover. After earning both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in computer engineering, she launched a successful early career in the tech sector. But a volunteer project — producing a short documentary — unexpectedly ignited a passion for filmmaking that changed the course of her life. She left her engineering career behind and methodically worked her way up in the film and television industry, learning every aspect of production from the ground up.

Marion’s directorial and producing credits span major networks and platforms, including Netflix, ESPN, Apple TV+, Amazon, OWN, MTV, and Investigation Discovery. She gained national recognition as a director and segment director for Oprah’s Master Class, earning a 2013 Primetime Emmy nomination, and later served as showrunner on a wide range of acclaimed nonfiction projects.

Her most celebrated recent work includes Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie, which premiered to standing ovations at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival. Marion produced the film and served as second unit director. The project went on to win four Primetime Emmys, five Critics Choice Awards, and a HOPE Filmmaker Award at SXSW, while also earning BAFTA and Peabody nominations.

In 2025, Marion will premiere her newest project, First To The Finish, a docuseries she showran and directed in full. Set to debut on Amazon Prime, the series offers an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at three women navigating the fiercely competitive 2024 Mazda MX-5 Cup motorsports season.

Marion currently serves as an alternate on the National Board of the Directors Guild of America and is an active member of its Eastern Directors Council. She is a sought-after panelist and mentor in the film community and continues to develop a diverse slate of projects, including two documentary features, a narrative action film, and a short drama.

Known for her meticulous preparation, fearless work ethic, and ability to earn trust from both crew and on-camera talent, Marion brings integrity, artistry, and a sense of purpose to everything she touches. Her passion for storytelling is equaled only by her commitment to making meaningful, impactful work.

Sarita Nair serves as the Cabinet Secretary of the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions, where she leads the state’s efforts to strengthen its labor force, close critical workforce gaps, and expand access to equitable, sustainable career pathways. Appointed in 2022 by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, Nair has brought decades of leadership in public service, law, and policy to the role, guiding the department through complex challenges—including disaster response during wildfires and innovative initiatives to increase labor force participation following the COVID-19 pandemic. Her collaborative approach emphasizes cross-sector partnerships and data-driven strategies that connect New Mexicans with high-quality, long-term employment.

Prior to joining the governor’s cabinet, Nair made history as the first woman to serve as Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Albuquerque. In this capacity, she oversaw 22 departments and managed a $1.2 billion budget, steering the city through major transitions and crises. Her tenure was marked by a commitment to public safety, equity, economic inclusion, and operational transparency. Before that, she served as Chief Government Accountability Officer and General Counsel at the New Mexico Office of the State Auditor, where she helped strengthen oversight and accountability across public institutions.

Before entering public service, Nair spent a decade in private legal practice as a shareholder at the law firm Sutin, Thayer & Browne. Her practice focused on business transactions, governance, and financing, serving both public and private clients. She is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell and has earned recognition from Best Lawyers, Southwest Super Lawyers, and Chambers & Partners USA. Earlier in her career, she worked in international development, consulting with organizations such as the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean.

Nair is an alumna of the University of New Mexico, where she earned both her law degree magna cum laude and a master’s degree in community and regional planning. She received her bachelor’s degree in African American Studies from Wesleyan University. She currently serves as a Commissioner for the New Mexico Courts’ Access to Justice Commission and as a board member of the National Association of State Workforce Agencies. She has been honored as a Top Influencer in Local Government and named Woman of the Year by Emerge New Mexico. Born in Pittsburgh and deeply rooted in New Mexico, Nair is driven by a profound sense of purpose and public service. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys hiking, cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers along with her beloved Lobos, and spending time with her daughter—who is an Aggie and a Mustang—and her Great Dane mix, Maximus.

Ashley A. Popojas, M.Ed., TVI, COMS, is the Outreach Program Coordinator at the Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children (WPSBC) in Pittsburgh, where she leads a team of 15 itinerant Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments (TVIs) and Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialists (COMS). In this role, Ashley develops, implements, and supervises specialized programming that supports the diverse needs of students with visual impairments across Western Pennsylvania. She provides direct services to children and young adults from birth through age 22, including braille instruction, orientation and mobility training, and assistive technology support.

Ashley brings a strong background in early childhood education and a deep commitment to ensuring access, independence, and inclusion for all learners. Her professional philosophy centers on empowering students with visual impairments to reach their fullest potential through high-quality, individualized education and family support.

Ashley began her career at WPSBC as a childcare teacher and later as a classroom teacher before transitioning into her current leadership role in the Outreach Department. She also teaches in the University of Pittsburgh’s Visual Impairment & Blindness program, preparing the next generation of educators and specialists in the field. In addition to her work in schools and higher education, Ashley serves as an Independent Evaluator for the Alliance for Infants and Toddlers in Allegheny County, contributing her expertise in vision-related developmental assessments for early intervention services.

Ashley holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Corporate Communications and Business Management from Carlow University, as well as a Master of Education in Early Childhood Education. She completed the University of Pittsburgh’s Vision Studies Program, earning her certifications as both a TVI and COMS. Her dedication to professional development and advocacy is further reflected in her service on the Board of Directors for the Pennsylvania-Delaware Chapter of the Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (Penn-Del AER), where she currently serves as Secretary for the 2024–2027 term.

A proud resident of Greensburg, Pennsylvania, Ashley finds her greatest joy in spending time with her family. She lives with her loving husband, their son and daughter, and two energetic puppies. Whether in the classroom, the community, or at home, Ashley is guided by a passion for helping others learn, grow, and thrive.

Trey Gerard Quealy is a 2015 Norwin graduate and a rising leader in business and community engagement. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, in 2019, followed by a Master of Business Administration from the University of Cincinnati in 2022.

At Norwin, Quealy was a four-year varsity athlete in both Cross Country and Track & Field, helping lead the Knights to a WPIAL gold medal in the 3,200-meter relay during his senior year. His athletic achievements, combined with his leadership and academic excellence, earned him the titles of “Most Outstanding Senior Male” and the “Kenneth Tray Male Scholar Athlete.” In addition to his athletic career, Quealy was deeply involved in student government, serving as Student Council President and as a Regional Representative on the Pennsylvania Association of Student Councils (PASC) State Board—experiences that helped shape his passion for service, leadership, and building strong communities.

Quealy carried that spirit forward at the University of Tennessee, where he competed on the varsity Track and Cross Country teams. He was named to the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Academic Honor Roll five times and was selected to the 2019 SEC Community Service Team. Off the track, Quealy engaged in campus leadership, serving on the Leadership Studies Advisory Board and participating in the prestigious Leadership Knoxville Scholars (LKS) program, a two-year initiative focused on servant leadership, community impact, and social innovation. Through LKS, Quealy collaborated with civic leaders, participated in immersive service projects, and developed a deeper understanding of the region’s social and economic challenges. He graduated with a major in Supply Chain Management, dual concentrations in Data Analytics, and a minor in Leadership Studies.

In 2019, Quealy joined Procter & Gamble in Cincinnati, Ohio, as a Process Engineer. Over the past six years, he has advanced within the company and now serves as a Senior Supply Chain Manager supporting North America Fabric Care brands such as Tide, Gain, Bounce, and Downy. He remains motivated by P&G’s mission to be a “Force for Growth and a Force for Good” in the communities it serves. Quealy is known among his colleagues for his collaborative leadership style, data-driven decision-making, and commitment to mentoring others in the workplace.

Trey draws great inspiration from his family and community roots. He is the grandson of Don Kattic, the 2017 Norwin Distinguished Alumni “Friend of Norwin,” and the son of Tom and Leslie Quealy, both Norwin alumni (Classes of 1982 and 1985). His achievements reflect the values instilled in him at Norwin and through his volunteer work, values which he continues to strive to live up to. Wherever his career and life may take him, Quealy remains—and always will be—a proud Norwin Knight.

Bill Priatko was born and raised in North Braddock, Pennsylvania, where his passion for athletics and leadership began early. A proud graduate of North Braddock Scott High School, Priatko was a standout three-sport varsity athlete—lettering in football, basketball, and baseball—and was later recognized as one of the top twenty football players in the school’s storied history.

His achievements on the football field earned him a scholarship to the University of Pittsburgh, where he continued to excel as a student-athlete and was named to the Ukrainian All-American Football Team. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in History and a Master of Education, and he received a commission as a Second Lieutenant through the Air Force ROTC.

Priatko served on active duty in the United States Air Force for three years. While stationed in Washington, D.C., he served in President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s Honor Guard and was officer-in-charge of Air Force funerals at Arlington National Cemetery and was personally selected by President Eisenhower to lead a joint service cordon at the President’s Inaugural Ball. During his service, Priatko was also the starting center for the Bolling Air Force Base football team, earning All-Service Team honors as part of the National Service Championship squad.

Continuing in the Air Force Reserve for 17 more years, Priatko rose to the rank of Major, holding positions as an Aerial Port Commander and later as a Recruiting Detachment Commander, overseeing operations from the Midwest to the East Coast and contributing to missions that included support for the Vietnam War.

Priatko’s athletic career extended into the National Football League, where he played linebacker for the Green Bay Packers, Cleveland Browns, and Pittsburgh Steelers. Today, he holds the distinction of being the oldest living Steelers alumnus. A member of both the East Boros and Western Pennsylvania Chapters of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame, Priatko’s post-athletic career included roles as a sales representative for the Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company and as Director of Salaried Recruiting at Volkswagen of America in New Stanton.

His lifelong passion for education and coaching led to a 25-year career that included positions as a history teacher and head football coach at Swissvale High School, assistant dean and defensive coordinator at California State University, and as assistant athletic director at Robert Morris University where he was inducted into the school’s Athletic Hall of Fame, and athletic director at Yough High School. He later served as a history teacher in the Norwin School District and continues to serve on the Norwin High School Athletic Hall of Fame Committee.

Bill was married for 57 years to his beloved wife, Helen, and has four children—Debbie, Dan, David, and Kathy—all proud Norwin graduates. He has lived in North Huntingdon for 65 years.

Niko Kelly is a graduating senior from Norwin High School. He has lived in North Huntingdon Township his whole life, and both he and his parents have gone to Norwin throughout their whole childhood. Niko has taken numerous Honors, AP, and College in the High School courses throughout his time at Norwin High School, and while his schedule is packed with academic responsibilities and other extracurriculars and activities outside of school, he still manages to excel, earning himself a GPA of 107.

In terms of activities outside of school, Niko has been a member of the cross country and track team since middle school, running long distances with his friends and classmates. He is also a member of Student Council, National Honor Society, National Business Honor Society, Spanish Club, and Gardening Club.

One of his most fulfilling accomplishments has been his participation in Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), where he has won first place in the regional events for Intro to Business Communication, Business Communication, and Banking and Financial Systems. Outside of school, some of his other activities include volunteering at the Light of Life Rescue Mission and the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Food Bank. His time at the former has been particularly impactful for him, as he directly assisted those in need in his community and felt like he was genuinely making a difference in the lives of those around him.

This fall, Niko will be attending the University of Pittsburgh’s Swanson School of Engineering and Frederick Honors College where he is excited to pursue both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Engineering. In fact, he has been pre-accepted into the graduate admissions program for Engineering at Pitt.

He then plans to attend law school, after which he can use both his law degree and engineering degree to become a patent attorney.

Adam Guskiewicz is a graduating senior at Norwin High School whose academic achievement, extracurricular engagement, and commitment to community service have left a meaningful mark on the school and surrounding community. A lifelong resident of North Huntingdon, Adam lives with his parents and two younger sisters and credits his close-knit family and supportive community for helping shape the person he is today.

Ranked 22nd in a graduating class of over 400 students, Adam has consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic and a passion for learning. He has challenged himself academically by enrolling in Advanced Placement (AP) and College in High School courses, all while building strong relationships with his teachers and peers. Known for his diligence and intellectual curiosity, Adam has embraced every opportunity to grow both inside and outside the classroom.

Beyond his academic pursuits, Adam has been a dedicated member of several extracurricular organizations that have enriched his high school experience. He has actively participated in the Quiz Team, Interact Club, Spanish Club, and History Club, all of which have allowed him to expand his interests and develop leadership skills. Among the most impactful of these experiences, however, have been his involvement in Unified Sports and the Peer Mentor and Buddy Club—programs that promote inclusion, acceptance, and friendship among students with and without disabilities. These programs have helped enable Adam to build lasting connections and foster a deep appreciation for inclusive education. His dedication was recognized during his senior year, when he served as the club’s public relations officer.

Adam’s commitment to service is another defining feature of his high school journey. From loading food onto trucks for local pantries to organizing clothing drives, packing Christmas gifts for children, and volunteering to teach Spanish at elementary schools across the district, he has exemplified what it means to give back. Through these acts of service, Adam has gained a deeper understanding of the needs within his community and developed a strong sense of civic responsibility.

In the fall, Adam will attend Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, where he plans to major in Business Data Analytics. Drawn to the analytical side of business, he looks forward to pursuing a career that combines problem-solving, critical thinking, and data-driven decision-making. Though he is excited for the next chapter, Adam will always carry with him the memories and lessons from his years at Norwin.