2014-2015 Staff
Adam Zook
Oh hey, I didn’t see you there. My name is Adam Zook, Editor in Chief of the world’s greatest school newspaper: Tyrone Eagle Eye News! I am a senior at Tyrone High School and this is my second year with the Eagle Eye. I intend to pursue journalism as a career after I finish my education at Slippery Rock University. Besides writing, I also enjoy reading, watching movies and kayaking. I hope to be ...
Kendra Wertz
My names Kendra and I’m a senior at Tyrone Area High School. It’s my second year of being a part of Eagle Eye! I’m planning on going to college next fall for English. My favorite color is blue. I binge watch Criminal Minds whenever I get free time. I’m a stereotypical white girl with my Starbucks,Netflix along with my excessive amount of selfies. I also love long walks on the beach with my...
Ryan Stringer
Hello, my name is Ryan. I am now entering my second year of Tyrone Eagle Eye News. I am a senior and writing about sports is a huge passion of mine. I am hoping my writing can project me into the college spotlight. Tyrone basketball is my favorite sport to write about. I am hoping for a successful year. The Eagle Eye only gets better. Never worse. I hope for this year to get one of my several storie...
Michael Eyer
Hi, I’m Michael and I love to write. In my free time, I’m always looking for things to write about. My interests include gaming, reading and writing books, and taking long walks on the beach. I have been on the Eagle Eye team since my sophomore year, and plan on making my final year with the site my best yet. I am your typical male student and thoroughly enjoy games and books, and appreciate the im...
Carly Crofcheck
My name's Carly Crofcheck. I've been in the Tyrone Eagle Eye for four years and I'm a Senior at TAHS. Last year I was the Editor in Chief, this year I'm the Social Media Editor. I’m a very outgoing and friendly individual. If you ever need a friend or just someone to talk to, come find me! I’ve got a crazy laugh; it would definitely brighten your day. I participate in volleyball and track &...
Anna Baran
Hi! My name is Anna and I am in 12th grade. My favorite things to do are play softball and soccer. Sports are my passion. I enjoy playing all sports, whether it is competitive or just for fun. I am also in National Honor Society, and Student Council. After I graduate from Tyrone, I hope to become a Physical Therapist or an Athletic Trainer. Also, I am hoping to play softball in college as well. I am...
Nathan Hormell
Nathan Hormell considers himself to be the most important part of the Channel T video production staff. He's been in Eagle Eye crew for as long as he can remember, which at this point is a pretty long time considering he's a senior. Nathan has no idea why hes has stuck around this long outside of the fact that the Tyrone Eagle Eye produces the best videos and stories on this side of the Missis...
Kathleen Cempa
Hey! My name is Kathleen Cempa and I attend the Grier School for girls as a sophomore! I’ve spent my entire life here in Tyrone and attended school at the TASD until my freshmen year, where I applied to Grier and received a full scholarship to attend and I couldn’t turn them down! Even though I attend Grier I still plan to make time to write stories for the Eagle Eye, because it’s where I got my...
Morgan Bridges
Senior Morgan Bridges is a four year Eagle Eye veteran. She is the Eagle Eye's Social Media Director for the second year in a row. She is involved in Mock Trial, Student Council, National Honors Society, Renaissance Club, Golden Revolution, and the school musical. This summer, she worked as a lifeguard at DelGrosso's Amusement Park and Laguna Splash. Her interests include traveling, dogs, writing, p...
Samantha Aungst
Hi, I'm Samantha and I'm a senior here at Tyrone. This is my first year writing for the Eagle Eye. I also participate in the high school marching band playing the bass drum(where I hold the position of treasurer), YAN(where I also hold the position of treasurer), Swimming, Softball, FBLA, and Jazz Band playing the alto saxophone. When I'm not at school, I enjoy painting, watching sports with...
Paige Umholtz
Hey everyone! My name is Paige and I am a sophomore this year at TAHS. This is my second year in Eagle Eye and I am back because I love to provide news for all of you! Some activities I am involved in this year are Student Council, Speech Team, Pops, and other various out of school activities. I am also the News Editor here at the Eagle Eye. I love reading and my favorite movie is The Princess ...
Mark Lewis
Hey good looking, come here often? My name is Mark Lewis and I'm a senior this year. DUDE, I'm super stoked to be the Sports Editor of this year's Eagle Eye. When I'm not singing Disney songs in the shower I'm almost exclusively eating food, doing homework, or participating in sports somehow. I am also pretty involved in my school so you can catch me roaming the halls like a maniac from club meeting ...
Carrie Vance
Hello! My name is Carrie Vance and I am the Social Media Director for the Eagle Eye. I am a senior at Tyrone High and this is my first year on the Eagle Eye staff. Most people recognize me from the soccer field but I am also in the Marching Band, Pops Extension, Mock Trial, Ski Club, National Honor Society and Jazz Band. I do a lot of volunteer work for our local AYSO program. I plan on attending...
Grace McKernan
Hi! I'm Grace McKernan and I'm a senior this year at good old TAHS. I'm the photography editor for the Eagle Eye. Other activities I participate in include cross country (where I am the girls team captain), indoor and outdoor track, Student Council, and National Honors Society. Outside of school I spend a lot of time drawing, kayaking, taking pictures, hanging out with my adorable cat, or attendin...
Molly LaPorte
My name is Molly LaPorte and I am a senior. This is my first year writing for the Eagle Eye. I also participate in the high school marching band, Pops Extension, mock trial, and National Honor Society. Outside of school I help teach the RCIA classes at my church, Saint Matthews, and I cantor there as well. I plan to attend the University of Louisville in the fall, majoring in political science.
Tristan Zeiders
Hey I'm Tristan Zeiders freshman at Tyrone High School. I was born August 23, 1999. I was happy that day. This is my first year being a staff writer for the Eagle Eye. I like to watch and play football, fantasy football is my life on the weekends. I play junior high football ninth grade for Tyrone, even know the conditioning is hard, its still worth it. I invented the word fun and there's never a ...
Levi Walk
Hi! My name is Levi Walk and I am a freshman staff writer for the Tyrone Eagle Eye. This is my first of hopefully more years at the Eagle Eye. I play for the Tyrone/Bellwood varsity soccer team, I play xbox frequently, and I enjoy doing things with journalism and reading so when I saw the description for Eagle Eye I knew it was perfect for me. I like dogs and listen to music. I guess that’s me in a ...
Jacob Meyer
My name is Jake, I’m 16 years old and a junior at Tyrone High School. This is my first year being on staff with the Eagle Eye News. I moved here from Texas last year and I’m still not use to the weather. I like reading, video games and art. Right now my favorite book series is Game Of Thrones. I also like dogs, my favorite breed is the Scottish Terrier. This year I’m super excited to be writing for...
Makayla McCloskey
Hi I'm Makayla, a freshman who loves English! It's hard to make me mad. Yet I'm really over protective for my friend and family. I feel like I'm going to love Eagle Eye because there are amazing people. I have a dog and two cats. I live in Sinking Valley, my parents are split. I go with my dad every other weekend. I'm extremely weird, and talk to everyone! I get along with most everyone, most of my fr...
Derrick Harris
Hi, my name is Derrick. I'm a freshman and I was born on March 21, 2000. I like to ride 4-wheelers/dirt bikes, I wrestle, and I like to hunt. I like country or rock music. This is my first year on Eagle Eye and I think it's pretty fun. I like the color red and blue and I like the Baltimore Ravens.
Courtney Kurtz
Hey, my name is Courtney. I am 17 years young and a senior at Tyrone. This is my first year on Eagle Eye News. I am involved in student council, YAN, Renaissance Club, and other clubs. The more you're involved, the more fun you'll have throughout high school! I play tennis with one of my best friends Shannon Gearhart. If I'm not at school, I'm normally at tennis, with friends, or at home watching...
Zane Hertzler
Hello, my name is Zane Hertzler. This year will be my first year as a staff writer for the Eagle Eye. I plain to get the news out as soon as I can. I'm planning on writing about sports, hunting, and the Tyrone DawgPound. My goal for my life after high school is to get into the construction field. I`m currently in the Tyrone carpentry program. This is my second year. I didn't choose the Eagle Ey...
Amber Chamberlin
Hello, my name is Amber Chamberlin. I am a senior at Tyrone Area High School. I am 18 years of age. September 15th 1996 is my day of birth. I am a Christian. I am a proud soldier in the United States Army, fresh outta basic training, hooah! Loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courage is what I live by. I love my cat, Socks. After high school I would like to att...
Mary Beth Raabe
My name is Mary Beth Raabe. I am sixteen years old and a junior at Tyrone Area High School. I am involved in many extra-curricular activities including the Dance Fusion Competition Team, Peer Jury, Aevidum, Student Council, Youth Action Network, and National Honor Society. I live with my parents, three brothers, sister, and two dogs. During my free time you can find me at Dance Fusion in various...
Jenna Chronister
Hi! My name is Jenna Chronister, I was born on December 12, 1998, making me 15 years old. I'm a sophomore at Tyrone Area High School. It's my first year as part of the Eagle Eye staff, and I'm enjoying it so far. My hobbies include reading, (a lot), writing and hanging out with friends. I joined the Eagle Eye to enhance my writing skills, and to become more confident in what I write. I intend t...
Haley Wagner
Hi, my name is Haley Wagner. I am a sophomore this year. I'm a member of the Dance Fusion Competition Team and this year I am in 7 competition dances, 8 regular dances, and a solo. I want to be a physicians assistant after college and I am in HOSA this year. Outside of school I like to hangout with my friends and family, go to football games, and practice dance. I am looking forward to writing on Eag...
Bry Taylor
Hi, I am Bry Taylor. I'm a senior. I play on the varsity football team. I've been involved in football since I was seven years old. I'm also a huge sports fanatic. My favorite teams are the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pittsburgh Steelers, and the Miami Hurricanes. I love spending time with my family and friends when I am not in school. I love logging onto the Eagle Eye News web page and checking out the ...
Haley Butina
Hi there, my name is Haley Butina! I’m a sophomore at Tyrone Area High School. Although I don’t do any sports, I am very involved in many other extracurricular activities and clubs, such as POPs Extension, Mock Trial, YAN Club, Ski Club, Aevidum, etc. In my free time, I love to sing and play my guitar and ukulele. This is my first year at the Eagle Eye Newspaper and I am very excited to become a...
Blake Brooks
Hi, my name is Blake. I enjoy writing stories about sports and I also love to play sports. I’m a senior at Tyrone High and I play basketball and golf. Gym is my favorite class in school and I also like English. The Eagle Eye is the coolest thing in the world, I promise. Follow @TyroneEagleEye for the most swaggy tweets around Tyrone. The best Eagle Eye writers are Mark Lewis and Duane Boone....
Duane Boone
Bonjour, I’m Duane. If you’re wondering why I use bonjour it’s because I am currently taking French 1. It’s something new for me, learning a new language. I have taken on a lot of new things this year. For example, this is my first year of being in the newspaper. This is my first year of doing Channel T, so life is new for me at the moment. Something I’m used to is being a Tyrone Golden E...
Kristi Carroll
Hi! My name is Kristi Carroll. I'm 17. I'm a junior. I'm fun, outgoing, and have a great personality. I play basketball. I love food, friends, and animals. Welp, you don't need my life story. Stay classy Tyrone! #Swag