Maryann Potgurney passed away. This is the full obituary where you can share condolences and memories. Published in the The Tribune Democrat on 2023-10-23.
PATTON Seventh grade students walked across the fields from the Cambria Heights Middle School to the Yahner Brothers Farms to get a first-hand look at how c
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Michael Strasser has served as superintendent of the Cambria Heights School
District since 2009. He will wrap up his 37-year teaching career at the end of this school year.
PATTON Michael Strasser has faced numerous challenges throughout his 37-year teaching career.
But of all the obstacles he has faced, arguably none have been more difficult than COVID-19.
Entering the final weeks of his career in public education, Strasser reflected on the stressful yet rewarding journey he has witnessed.
“To see the teachers, students and parents rise to the challenge when changes were not only occurring weekly, but daily and sometimes hourly, made me proud to be a part of Cambria Heights and this resilient community we call home,” said Strasser, who is set to retire at the end of the school year and current Director of Education Ken Kerchenske will become the district’s new superintendent.