Judy and Pete Lysaker Journalism Support Fund

A fund established to honor Judy Lysaker, a dedicated journalism and English teacher at State High for 35 years, and her husband Pete Lysaker. The fund supports journalism students and their educational experiences.

Geographic Scope: State College Area High School (SCASD, PA)

Focus Areas:

• Journalism education
• Student travel to scholastic journalism conferences and conventions
• Journalism program support

Supported Activities:

• Subsidizes student travel to the Columbia Scholastic Press Association (CSPA) Spring Scholastic Convention at Columbia University in New York City
• Supports journalism students' professional development and networking opportunities

Eligibility:

• State High journalism students

Background:
Judy Lysaker (1947-December 2022) was instrumental in launching State High's journalism program and taught English and Journalism for 35 years. She was known for taking students to attend the annual CSPA convention and for supporting students' aspirations in broadcast journalism and journalism careers. Pete Lysaker (1943-2023) was her husband and supporter throughout her teaching career. The fund was created by their family to honor Judy's memory and legacy. The fund was renamed in 2023 to include Pete's name following his passing.

How to Support/Contribute

Gifts to honor Judy's memory can be made:

• Online: scasdfoundation.org (select "Judy and Pete Lysaker Journalism Support Fund" from the giving menu)
• By Check: Mail to SCASD Education Foundation, 240 Villa Crest Drive, State College, PA 16801 (include "Judy and Pete Lysaker Journalism Support Fund" in memo line)