Letter To The Editor: Ellwood City After Prom

On Friday, May 8th, ninety-seven Ellwood City Juniors & Seniors attended an After Prom in the Lincoln High School big gym. This effort was planned and implemented in less than a month by a dedicated group of parent & community volunteers.

The goal of the 2021 After Prom Committee was to provide a safe and fun atmosphere for the students to enjoy at the end of a tough year. The event was held from 11pm-5am directly following the prom. The kids danced the night away to the tunes of DJ Ed DiBuono, had a blast in Clark’s Studio photo booth, and took home caricatures by artist Richard DiGia.

But the highlight of the evening was hypnotist Bob Mullins who had some students performing like Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars & Katie Perry. The 2021 After Prom Committee could not have put this event on without the numerous donations of funds, food, prizes, and time. It truly does take a village and we want to thank all of our EC village who came together to make this happen!!

2021 After Prom Co-Chairs: Renee Pitrelli, Kathy McCommons & Barbara Wilson.

A huge thank you goes out to:

• Aunt Jean
• Christopher Reed & Family
• Renee Pitrelli & Family
• Kim Magill & Family
• Domino’s Pizza
• Kathy McCommons & Family
• George & Luann Boker
• Adam & Jayme Jeffcoat
• Julie Rees
• Johnny’s Pizza
• Air Physical Therapy
• New Dimension Comics
• Rhue & Katie Mulhollen
• National Grind
• Don & Karen Ries
• Richard & Barbara Wilson
• Randy & Mindy Wilson
• Luxe Custom Details
• Lori L’s
• Tahni Hall
• Barry’s Ice Cream
• Melinda Cappello
• Venezie Sporting Goods
• Vicki Henley
• Patti Phillippi
• Bonnie Phillippi
• Nail Expressions-Ashley Sharek
• Linda Eisenbrown / Tupperware
• Soother Tan
• Victoria Kincaid / Paparazzi Jewelry
• Smokin Dave’s
• Rick & Denise Roth
• Beaver Valley Golf Club
• McElwain Motor
• The Vetica Family
• Subway
• Spokane Orthodontics
• Eastbrook Animal Health Services
• Wolves Club
• Hungarian Club
• John & Michele Stitch
• Downs Family
• Stop & Shop Wampum
• Nathalie Kuffer & Family
• Fun N Fit Mobile Fitness
• Peggy’s Floral
• Sam Teolis Funeral Home
• Mark Hasson State Farm Insurance
• Michael’s Furniture
• Marshall’s Funeral Home in Wampum and Ellwood City
• Robert & Nancy VanHorn
• Brian & Anita Allen
• Frank & Mary Aloi
• Tony’s Distributing Co.
• Dr. Richard Barnes & Family
• Good Wheels
• Blocher Jewelers
• Beth Hazen Insurance
• Ladybird’s Luncheonette
• Matthew Hrycko Insurance Benefits of Pennsylvania LLC
• The One Designer, LLC
• Thad Sturgeon & Family
• LeeAnn & Tom Houk
• McDonalds of Ellwood City
• Kevin & Crystal Simpson
• The Common Scents Candle Co.
• Erin Coonfare & Family
• Jennifer Beck Photography
• Jennifer Toman / Toman Funeral Home
• Floyd & Tona McElwain
• W.L. Byers Trucking
• Pizza Joes
• Autumn Kuzmin
• Luck Nail Club
• Tarah Clark
• Dakota Marshall
• Lisa Nardone
• Mary Ann Lytel
• Lauren Smith
• Brittany Francis
• Lura Barnhart
• Christie Bukowski
• The Pittsburgh Pirates
• Sue Wagner
• Cristine & Charlie Deitch
• Dane Wagner
• Therese Scheeser
• Talitha Hazen
• Ashley Boots

In addition, this night was made possible by:

• Officers Brian & Matt, EC School Police
• Dawna Poole, Nurse & Rich Wilson, Paramedic
• Dr. Wes Shipley, Superintendent
• Mr. John Sovich, Principal 10-12
• Custodians Brandy Tillia & Mike Nocera
• Paul Pishioneri, Building Supervisor
• The Ellwood City Area School Board

Barb Wilson
Ellwood City
bwilson@ellwood.k12.pa.us