Quill & Scroll inducts 12 BPHS students

Patrick Romito, Staff Writer

June 5, 2025

Tristan Shay, Madison Rudolph, Linus Truver, Finn O’Neill, Patrick Romito, Rodan Hassan, Alexandra Thunborg, Haley Uselman, Megan Gaskill, and Leah Frank (not pictured: Jacob Pitoniak and Camren Reynolds) were inducted into the Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists on Tuesday afternoon.

The BPHS Chapter of Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists celebrated its annual ceremony on June 3, inducting its Class of 2025.

Established in 1947, the Bethel Park Chapter has long recognized and celebrated achievements in student journalism.

The induction into Quill & Scroll is a prestigious honor, reserved for students who have had outstanding performances in media and literary arts.

This year’s induction ceremony was a proud milestone, welcoming 12 students who have demonstrated dedication, talent, and leadership across their respective activities.

Members of Quill and Scroll meet the following requirements:

They must be a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior
They must have an average grade of a B, or be in the upper third of their class scholastic standing, either for the year of their election or for the total of all high school work
They must have done impressive work in some area of journalism or school media
They may be staff of a magazine, newspaper, yearbook, news organization, online site, or a radio/television station at the school
They must be recommended by the supervisor or by the committee in charge of the media.
They must be approved by the Quill and Scroll Associate Director

The new inductees represent the best of BPHS’s journalism programs, including staff members from the Hawk Eye Newspaper, Beacon Yearbook, Black Hawk TV, and Vernissage Literary Magazine.

The following are the inductees for the 2025 Quill & Scroll BPHS Class:

Black Hawk TV: Linus Truver, Madison Rudolph, Rodan Hassan, and Tristan Shay have made notable contributions to media production while demonstrating creativity in broadcasting and video projects.
Hawk Eye Newspaper and Beacon Yearbook: Alexandra Thunborg, Haley Uselman, Megan Gaskill, and Patrick Romito have stood out through their work in journalism and publication, showcasing storytelling, editing, and production skills.
Vernissage Literary Magazine: Camren Reynolds, Finn O’Neill, Jacob Pitoniak, and Leah Frank have shown they are talented writers by sharing poems, short stories, and other pieces that spotlight their artistic side.

These students have not only succeeded academically but have also shown a passion and love for storytelling, qualities that will serve well for their future endeavors.

As these inductees move forward in their academic and professional careers, they carry with them the legacy of Quill & Scroll upheld by the BPHS community.

The Class of 2025’s induction into the Quill & Scroll Society highlights the importance of journalism and media arts.

With such a talented group of students, the future of student journalism at BPHS looks brighter than ever, promising to continue innovation in the years to come.

About the Contributor

Patrick Romito, Staff Writer

And that’s another Bethel Park Black Hawks win for the boys soccer team. Whether Patrick is on the soccer field or behind the keyboard, he’s always aiming to make an impact—one play and one story at a time. This year, Patrick Romito, an 11th grader, joins Scholastic Publications for the first time. When asked why he decided to sign up, Patrick said, “I took the class to get more involved in school activities.” With a clear passion for making the most of his high school experience, Patrick is eager to contribute to the class by writing articles for the Hawk Eye newspaper. He’s ready to take on whatever stories come his way, whether spotlight features, sports, or school news. Patrick is not just a writer; he’s also an accomplished athlete. With 12 years of soccer experience under his belt and as a three-year DECA member, he balances both extracurriculars and academics with ease. As someone who enjoys variety, he’s equally open to different kinds of stories, saying, “I enjoy writing in general, so whether it’s spotlights, sports, or school news-related content, it doesn’t matter to me.” Looking ahead, Patrick’s plans after high school include studying marketing and advertising, although he’s still deciding on a specific college. In the meantime, his favorite class is Law & You with Mr. Vic. He appreciates how the course prepares him for life after high school, and he enjoys Mr. Vic’s real-life stories that make each lesson engaging. Reflecting on his time in high school, Patrick recalls the excitement of attending football games as a freshman, where he formed friendships that have lasted throughout his high school years. “I really enjoyed going to the football games freshman year because I ended up making a lot of friends there, a lot of which I’m still friends with today,” he said. Outside of school, Patrick has worked as a lifeguard at Highpoint Fitness for almost two years, a job that highlights his dedication and work ethic. When he’s not working or playing soccer, he enjoys comedy movies, with Step Brothers being his top pick. And what’s his dream vacation? Patrick hopes to one day visit Italy. “My dream vacation is Italy because first, it is very beautiful there, as well as my family roots going back to there,” he shared. In just three words, Patrick describes himself as calm, caring, and hardworking — qualities that are sure to serve him well both in and out of the classroom. Keep an eye out for Patrick’s contributions to Hawk Eye this year as he dives into the world of scholastic publications! Written by: Grace Ferency, Staff Writer