Penn State Talent Search

Clairton School District recently hosted an Information Day, where parents and students gathered valuable information and engaged in activities for the 2025 - 2026 school year. #TRIOworks #TalentSearch #StudentSuccess #TRIOPrograms #StudentExperience

The 2025/2026 school year is off to a great start at Devers, Goode, and Phineas Davis Middle Schools. During their Back to School Nights, students and parents had the chance to meet with teachers and principals, receive giveaways, and connect with our Talent Search Student Advocate Specialist to learn about the program. #TalentSearch #TRIOPrograms #Recruitment #StudentSuccess

Sidnie is a proud graduate of Valley Jr/Sr High School and a four-year participant in Talent Search. This fall, she’ll be attending Slippery Rock University to major in Early Childhood Education with a concentration in Special Education — a path shaped by both passion and personal experience. We’re incredibly proud of Sidnie’s resilience, empathy, and unwavering commitment to helping all students feel seen, supported, and included. Want to know how Sidnie’s own journey sparked her dream of becoming a teacher? Check out the full spotlight in the graphic! #IAMTRIO #TRIOWORKS #TalentSearchStrong #FutureEducator #Classof2025 #WeSeeYouShining

Ally is a proud graduate of William Penn Senior High School, a first-generation college student, a proud immigrant from Egypt, and a two-year participant in Talent Search. This fall, he will be attending the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) as part of the Honors College, where he’ll major in Architecture with a vision to shape the world — not just with design, but with dignity. We’re incredibly proud of Ally’s resilience, vision, and commitment to making the world more inclusive and expressive — through both art and architecture. Want to learn more about what inspires Ally’s designs and perspective? Check out the full spotlight in the graphic! #IAMTRIO #TRIOWORKS #TalentSearchStrong #Classof2025 #ArchitectureStudent #WeSeeYouShining

Chase is a proud graduate of Valley Junior/Senior High School and a dedicated Talent Search participant of 4 years. This fall, she will be attending the University of Maryland to major in Dance, with hopes of one day owning her own studio and teaching future generations of dancers. Chase graduated 2nd in her class and served as Senior Class President. She held numerous leadership roles including: ✨ DECA President 🎿 Ski Club President 💡 STEAM Team Captain 📣 Varsity Cheerleading Captain 📝 VP of National Honor Society 🇫🇷 French Club Officer 🔬 Science Club Officer 💛 Hope Squad Member 💃 Competitive Dancer 👑 Homecoming Queen 🩰 Dance Instructor at her home studio We’re so proud of Chase’s passion, grace, and leadership both on and off the stage. 💬 Want to know what inspires Chase’s choreography and drive? ➡️ Check out the full spotlight in the graphic! #SeniorSpotlight #IAMTRIO #TRIOWorks #TalentSearchStrong #ClassOf2025 #DanceMajor #WeSeeYouShining

Ian is a proud graduate of McKeesport Area Senior High School and has been a Talent Search participant since 6th grade. This fall, Ian will be attending Allegheny College, where he will major in Actuarial Science and continue his athletic career as a football kicker. While in high school, Ian was the Varsity Soccer Captain, Varsity Football Kicker, and received a Kicker of the Year award. He’s also a National Honor Society member of three years, consistently made the honor roll, and proudly ranks 4th in his graduating class. Want to learn more about how Ian balanced sports, academics, and leadership while finding his purpose? Check out the full spotlight in the graphic! #IAMTRIO #TRIOWORKS #TalentSearchStrong #Classof2025 #ActuarialScienceStudent #WeSeeYouShining

Mar’tese is a proud graduate of Farrell Area High School and a dedicated participant in Talent Search for the past three years. This fall, she will be attending Central State University to major in Business, with plans to continue her career in childhood education and one day attend law school. While in high school, Mar’tese was involved in nearly every aspect of student life — from student council to Golden Girls, track, cheer, and basketball — proudly serving as team captain in every sport she played. She also attended the Mercer County Career Center, where she gained hands-on experience and college credits in childhood education. Want to learn how sports, leadership, and family shaped Mar’tese’s journey? Check out the full spotlight in the graphic! #IAMTRIO #TRIOWORKS #TalentSearchStrong #Classof2025 #BusinessStudent #WeSeeYouShining

Chelsea is a proud graduate of Valley Jr/Sr High School, ranking in the top 3 of her class and a Talent Search participant since 8th grade. This fall, she will begin her journey at Penn State University – New Kensington, later transitioning to University Park, where she’ll major in Architectural Engineering through the school’s integrated master’s program. Chelsea is driven by purpose, leadership, and a powerful desire to create spaces that are inclusive, accessible, and environmentally responsible. 💬 Want to learn what motivates Chelsea’s passion for design and the legacy she hopes to leave behind? ➡️ Check out the full spotlight in the graphic! #IAMTRIO #TRIOWORKS #TalentSearchStrong #Classof2025 #ArchitecturalEngineering #WeSeeYouShining

Drahcir is a proud graduate of Clarion High School, where he graduated at the top of his class as the Class of 2025 Valedictorian. A Talent Search participant for 4 years, he has been accepted into six colleges, and will be attending Robert Morris University this fall as he continues exploring his academic path. In high school, Drahcir was a member of the National Honor Society, and a multi-sport athlete — playing football and basketball for 3 years, track for one, and serving as a 2-year captain of the football team. He also earned recognition as a WPIAL runner-up. Want to learn more about what motivates Drahcir and how his experience shaped him as a leader, student, and father? Check out the full spotlight in the graphic! #IAMTRIO #TRIOWORKS #TalentSearchStrong #Classof2025 #WeSeeYouShining

Santana is a proud graduate of McKeesport Area High School and has been a part of Talent Search since 9th grade. This fall, she will be attending Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) to study Culinary Arts, with dreams of one day opening her own restaurant and creating a warm, welcoming space where food brings people together. We are so proud of Santana’s passion, resilience, and creativity — and the heart she brings to everything she does. Want to learn what inspires Santana’s dream kitchen and the lessons she’s carrying forward? Check out the full spotlight in the graphic! #IAMTRIO #TRIOWORKS #TalentSearchStrong #Classof2025 #CulinaryArtsStudent #WeSeeYouShining