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AIS IN THE NEWS
There's always something happening here at Agnes Irwin. Below are just a few stories from our local news media that showcase the AIS community... 
 
 
AIS Runners Lead Inter-Ac Track Championship
AIS runners turned in notable performances this past Saturday at the Inter-Ac Track Championships at Germantown Academy.  Read the full story in MAINLINE Media News.
AIS Junior Named Main Line Athlete of the Week
Shortstop Lauren Fortunato '13 tells MAINLINE Media News reporter Bruce Adams that the key to being a successful leadoff hitter is patience. Read more in her feature as Athlete of the Week.
All-Star Senior receives Girls’ Inter-Ac Athletic Directors’ Award
Emily Wetz ’12, who made Agnes Irwin basketball history in January by becoming the second player to score 1,000 points in her high school career, was recently rewarded with the Girls’ Inter-Ac Athletic Directors’ Award. Delco News Network covers the story.
Sophomore Softball Pitcher's Curveball on Display
Katie Wenger's intimidating drop curveball made headlines on Monday, May 7 in the Delco Daily Times.
AIS Crew Rows Strong at 5th Manny Flick
The AIS crew team delivered strong performances in the final regatta of the Horvat Series, placing first and second in the Varsity and Novice heats, respectively. Read the full story in the MAINLINE Media News.
Lacrosse Captain Breaks School Record with 150th Goal
Senior Campbell Crochiere broke the AIS school record for number of goals in her lacrosse career, reaching the 150-mark in a game against EA on Thursday, April 26. Read about her milestone in phillylacrosse.com.
Villanova Undergrads Supervise 6th Grade Pasta Skyscraper Competition
Using dried pasta, marshmallows, tape and string, sixth graders participated in a skyscraper-building competition as part of an outreach program involving Villanova University juniors majoring in engineering.
Sophomore Softball Pitcher Gets Noticed
Do-it-all pitcher Katie Wenger '14 receives kudos for her work ethic both on the mound and in the classroom. See The Philadelphia Inquirer's profile.
Upper School Students Shine in "Hairspray"
In The Haverford School's March 1-3 production of "Hairspray," AIS Upper School students Phoebe Smukler '13 and Nile Harris '15 wowed audiences in their leading roles as Tracy Turnblad and Motormouth Maybelle, respectively.
Upperclasswoman to Watch
Midfielder Bridget Chakey '14 was named as an "upperclassmen to watch" in the 2012 Girls' Pennsylvania Preview posted on ESPN's High School Lacrosse website. See the roundup.
Civil Rights Activist Speaks to Middle Schoolers
Gwen Webb Appling, a child protestor in Birmingham, AL, during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s, spoke with students working a Civil Rights projects. See the Neighbors Main Line Blog for a post about her AIS visit.
Swimming & Diving Team Achieves Excellence at "Easterns"
Seniors Meghan and Sara Price and Marin Bloise '15 made a splash at the "Easterns" (Eastern Interscholastic Swimming and Diving Championships) competition, reaching new personal and team milestones. Read the full story in the Delaware County Daily Times.
US Drama Troupe Garners Kudos for Shakespeare!
The AIS Repertory Company draws positive critique for its production of the satirical play The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)! Read a glowing review in Montgomery Media News.
Varsity Basketball Captain Scores 1,000th Point
Senior Emily Wetz became only the second player in Agnes Irwin basketball history to score 1,000 points, reaching the milestone with a hard-won basket under the goal with less than two minutes in the game. See MAINLINE Media News article and video.
Freshman swimmer sets diving record for AIS
Freshman Marin Bloise continues to set diving records. Read about her successes online with the Delaware County Daily Times.
Agnes Irwin Basketball Team Ready to Take Flight
The Owls began their 2012 season under the leadership of a new coach, John Novarina. Read about how this young team works hard to prepare for each competition in the Main Line Media News.
Varsity Volleyball Takes State Prep School Title
Varsity Volleyball, undefeated champs of the Inter-Ac League, took the title in the Pennsylvania State Independent School Tournament, defeating Notre Dame 3-0. Read about their winning match on the Main Line Media News website.
Philadelphia Inquirer Commentary by CAG Director Mariandl Hufford
See Wednesday, September 14 commentary article written by Mariandl Hufford, Director of the Center for the Advancement of Girls, regarding controversial apparel for girls and young women.
AIS Senior Katie McCollum Wins Surprise Scholarship
On Tuesday, May 7, Katie McCollum '11 was surprised with a surprise $10,000 college scholarship from the Kelly Rooney Foundation and Save 2nd Base. Check out the media coverage on NBC 10, 6 ABC, Main Line Media News, the Delaware County Daily Times and the Philadelphia Inquirer.

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