Jamison named Delco Hi-Q Hall of Honor inductee
DCCC students named to All-PA Academic Team
CHADDS FORD » Dr. Harry Jamison of Wallingford a revered figure in education and a longtime supporter of Delco Hi-Q has been honored with induction into the 2024 Delco Hi-Q Hall of Honor.
Jamison’s impactful leadership, spanning over 40 years, has left an indelible mark on education in Delaware County and beyond.
Beginning his career as a dedicated sixth-grade Ridley School District teacher in 1963, Jamison’s journey led him to become the executive director of Delaware County Intermediate Unit, where he championed innovative programs benefiting children across the region.
His instrumental role in sustaining Delco Hi-Q post-Scott Paper merger in the 1990s and his advocacy for academic excellence through initiatives like the Daily Times All Delco Hi-Q Team and the first Partners in Education Celebration with Alex Trebek underscore his commitment to the program’s success.
Jamison’s legacy includes the establishment of transformative educational initiatives such as the countywide fiber optic network for educators and collaborative programs like the Delaware County Extended School Year/Summer Camp Program. His contributions also extend to founding the 21st Century Cyber Charter School, further demonstrating his dedication to providing diverse educational opportunities for students.
His exemplary career has garnered recognition through several awards, including the Dr. Regina Fitti Award, the March of Dimes first Lifetime Achievement Award, Interboro Hall of Fame and the Delaware County District Attorney’s Award of Excellence. Since his retirement from DCIU, he has continued to serve his community as a consultant and in leadership roles on multiple organizations’ boards of directors and has remained an active supporter of Delco Hi-Q.
“Dr. Jamison’s unwavering commitment to Delco Hi-Q and his tireless advocacy for academic excellence have made an enduring impact on our program and the students it serves,” said Rick Durante, Delco Hi-Q executive director. “His induction into the Delco Hi-Q Hall of Honor is a well-deserved recognition of his remarkable contributions.”
The Delco Hi-Q Hall of Honor was created in 2005 by Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union and DCIU to showcase esteemed supporters and past participants of the nation’s oldest continuous academic quiz competition. Members are memorialized at
DCIU’s Morton headquarters where photos of all recipients are on display.
Jamison, Delco Hi-Q Teams, scholarship recipients, Community Champion, and the FMFCU Foundation Excellence in Teaching recipients will be honored at the FMFCU Foundation Celebration on Thursday April 25, at The Drexelbrook. For more information and reservations, visit http://www.fmfcufoundation.org.
April is Community College Month, and five Delaware County Community College students have been recognized as part of the 2024 All-Pennsylvania Academic Team for their academic achievement, leadership and community service.
Three of the students also are eligible to attend any one of the 10 Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education universities tuition-free for two years.
Anuradha Anuradha of Boothwyn, Chloe Johnson of Paoli, Tashi Kandeh of Darby, Jamie Lynch of Philadelphia and Jay Rhoades of Ridley Park were recently selected to the team, which is sponsored by Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges, and the Pennsylvania Commission for Community Colleges.
The students were recognized at a banquet on April 2 at the Hilton Harrisburg in Harrisburg.
Three of the team members are Transfer Pathway honorees: Anuradha, Johnson and Rhoades. Transfer Pathway honorees will receive a full-tuition scholarship for two years to one of the 10 universities that make up the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. They must have completed at least 36 credits at a community college with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Rhoades is a mathematics/natural science major focused on biology. He is a part of the National Science Foundation-funded STARS program on campus that provides community college students with the opportunity to participate in research and learn more about careers in STEM. He was awarded a $4,800 tuition waiver through STARS for the 2023-24 academic year. Additionally, Rhoades serves as a work-study student with the Earth and Space Science department as a laboratory assistant, assisting in creating microscope adapters that provide a higher level of accessibility to students in biology courses. He plans to attend West Chester University in the fall to major in cellular and molecular biology, followed by graduate school in a medicine and a pathologyrelated field, with hopes to eventually work in a pathology lab. Rhoades was awarded a DCCC Educational Foundation scholarship of $1,000 through PECO and serves as president of Phi Theta Kappa, Alpha Tau Epsilon chapter.
Anuradha is a computer science major with a career goal of working with artificial intelligence. She plans to attend West Chester University to complete her bachelor’s with the goal of continuing her education further to obtain a master’s degree in computer science. She is a member of the college’s Phi Theta Kappa honor society’s Alpha Tau Epsilon chapter.
Johnson — after a successful culinary career spanning a decade, during which she did volunteer work in Thailand, Cambodia, Haiti and the U.S. — is majoring in business administration at the college. She plans to complete her bachelor’s at the University of Pennsylvania. Chloe is a member of the College’s Phi Theta Kappa honor society’s Beta Psi Pi chapter. Inspired by her volunteer experiences and global travels, Chloe hopes to open a nonprofit center some day that can be a refuge for atrisk youth.
Two of the 2024 All-Pennsylvania Academic Team members are Workforce Pathway honorees. Workforce Pathway honorees plan to enter the workforce after completing a certificate or associate degree at a community college. They must have a minimum of 12 college-level credit hours at a community college and a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Kandeh is a professional home health aide with several years of experience in long-term care. Kandeh is currently pursuing certification in medical coding and billing at the college. She has worked in a variety of clinical settings including, but not limited to, palliative care, assisted living, physical rehab and outpatient physical rehab. She is a member of the college’s Phi Theta Kappa honor society’s Alpha Tau Epsilon chapter.
Lynch is working toward her associate degree in science for health professions, surgical technology, and plans to transition right into her field after graduation. Lynch is a member of the college’s Phi Theta Kappa honor society’s Alpha Tau Epsilon chapter.
For 57 years, Delaware County Community College has served as the center of educational opportunity for residents of Delaware and Chester counties. DCCC serves a diverse population
Five DCCC students named to 2024 All-Pennsylvania Academic Team
of 16,000 credit and noncredit students each year. For more information, visit http://www.dccc.edu.
Community blooms at Park Avenue Community Center’s annual Spring Fling
The Park Avenue Community Center — PAC Center — invites the public to its third annual Spring Fling community event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 20, on the front lawn and in the Great Hall of the PAC Center at 129 Park Ave, Swarthmore. All activities will move indoors with rain.
Sponsored by William Holder Realty Group, the free, family-friendly event celebrates everything that makes the community bloom, whether at the PAC Center, in Swarthmore or all of Delaware County. The event will feature local vendors, live music, activities for all ages, and delicious food options for purchase.
“We created the Spring Fling to bring our community together to welcome spring,” said Rosemary Fox, executive director of PAC Center. “This free event highlights many of the nonprofit organizations and small businesses in our area.”
Visitors can enjoy live music, giant chess, interactive crafts and activities by local organizations like Keeping Music Alive!, Swarthmore Public Library, Wild Birds Unlimited, Swarthmore Senior Citizens Association, The Creative Living Room, the PAC Center and more.
Visitors can stop by the Delco Gives Day table. Each contribution of $10 or more adds to our goal of reaching 100 new donors.
Delco Gives Day, a community giving initiative sponsored by the Foundation for Delaware County is designed to unite residents, businesses, and organizations in Delaware County in support of the nonprofit sector.
For more information and the latest updates on activities and vendors, visit http://www.thepac. center/events. Questions can be directed to Sara Kleinert at 267-405-1395.
Registration begins for Haverford Twilight Run and Walk
The Haverford Twilight Run & Walk will take place at 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at Haverford High School, 200 Mill Road, Havertown.
Registration is now open for the run, which is the biggest annual fundraiser for the nonprofit School District of Haverford Township Education Foundation.
Kids and adults are invited to run the Twilight 5K where Darby Road will be closed to traffic.
Elementary school competitors, parents with strollers, older adults, nonrunners and youngsters ready to participate in their first timed race can participate in the Elementary School One-Mile Challenge.
The 5K Walk provides a great opportunity for nonrunners to get out and get some exercise along picturesque Darby Road. All township students who register for the event will be entered into a raffle to win prizes.
The unique community event takes runners and walkers through the heart of Haverford Township, ending with a Party on the Town offering free and reduced cost food and beverage items from local pubs, restaurants, delis and dessert shops. Runners’ and walkers’ race bibs are their tickets to the after-party.
Proceeds of the Twilight Run benefit the foundation’s Mini and Empowerment Grant program, which has a mission is to fund innovative learning opportunities that inspire Haverford students.
Since its inception in 2004, the foundation has awarded more than 200 grants for innovative learning opportunities like Discover Day; One School, One Book; author visits; academic assemblies; robotics courses; community gardens; Art in the Classroom; math and reading learning centers; Yoga Kids; Best Buddies; Artist in Residence programs; audio books;, PAWS for Reading;, 3D printing and much more.
Race sign-up information and registration details can be found at:https://haverfordedfoundation.org or https://runsignup.com/ Race/PA/Havertown/Twilight5KHavertown. Readers can send community news and photos to Peg DeGrassa at pdegrassa@21stcenturymedia.com. Typed press releases only, please.