Boys and girls Club of Western PA opens in Aliquippa

Story by Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published June 26, 2024 2:03 P.M.

(Aliquippa, Pa) Thursday afternoon, a new page in the history of Aliquippa School District with the opening of the clubhouse to serve students ages 10 to 18. A ribbon cutting took place at the clubhouse and the Aliquippa band performed opening the program. Dr. Phillip K. Woods gave opening remarks. The development was made possible through collaborative effort with the Greater Aliquippa Advisory Committee. They aim to provide a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for the youth in the community. Members of the advisory committee include: Dr. Mitchel Nichols, District Superintendent Dr. Phillip K. Woods, Joe West, Tina Price-Genes, Olivia Benson, Ed Palombo, Ed DeMailo, Tyrone Patillo, Mike Warfield, Michael Hauser, Genetha Short, Nora Lemon, Rob Jones, Sam Gill, Rick Szymoniak, Tamu Gilbert, Robert Digiovine, Jr. and Salina Moreland.

Fifteen students were there for the first day and programs will be available after school and in the summer. PA State Representative Rob Matzie presented a proclamation, and Ed Palombo, Aliquippa High School Class of 1967 alumnus, presented a $15,000 donation from Peoples Gas for the program. Chris Watts said “It takes leadership and partnership” for the program’s success.