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In a world where adults make the rules, wouldn't it be nice to have kids play a part in their own education? That's exactly what's happening at Penn Cambria High School as students make it known to lawmakers exactly what they need to succeed. Full Story ››


Many people donate food to the needy at one point in their life, but for a Cambria County first-grader and his class, helping others started earlier than usual. Full Story ››


According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly one million children are the victims of abuse and neglect every year. That's just what is reported. One Richland High School teacher got fed up with hearing stories of abuse, so she and her entire school decided to do something about it. Full Story ››


It's hard enough to get your kids to go to sleep, but in one Cambria County school district staying up all night was the goal. It was all to raise money for the Children's Miracle Network. Full Story ››


With fashion magazines and television glorifying outer beauty, it can be hard for young girls to fight against the images. If you add in cruelty from peers, you have a recipe for bad self esteem. However, a group in Richland Township is working to change that with a little "Spirit." Full Story ››


"Law and Order" comes to Blair County as the Central High School mock trial team wins the state competition. Full Story ››


When you think of college spring break you think of beaches, parties and drinking. However, for some students at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, their idea of spring break means helping others. Full Story ››


The first Johnstown Book Festival, focusing on creativity and imagination, was a big hit with kids and parents. Full Story ››


One in 150 children are diagnosed with autism, and their parents soon learn that a regular classroom isn't always the best place when it comes to their child's educational and emotional needs. Now there's a new school that can help. Full Story ››


Local library teaches young children how to communicate Full Story ››


Success By 6: Part 2 of a look back at 2008 spotlights standout students who made a difference in their hometowns. Full Story ››
If you know a young person or group of young people deserving of recognition, e-mail news@wjactv.com or write to us at 49 Old Hickory Lane, Johnstown, PA, 15905


Success By 6: Part one of a two-part year-in-review spotlights some of the best and brightest success stories of 2008. Full Story ››


Success By 6: How two young women from Indiana County are waging war on breast cancer from the basketball court by raising money and awareness to find a cure. Full Story ››


Success By 6: Football Rivalry Fuels Blood Donor Challenge
Success By 6: Interest In Biosciences Fuels Expansion At Bedford County Tech Center
Success By 6: Pediatric Dental Clinic Benefits More Than Just Patients
Success By 6: Asthma Basketball Camp Encourages Children To Get In The Game
Success By 6: Blair County Students Sponsor Dances For Seniors
Success By 6: Area Students Study Presidential Politics, Stage Mock Election
Success By 6: Civics Project Raises Voter Awareness, Registration
Success By 6: Youth Harvest Potatoes, Reap Rewards Of Community Service
Success By 6: Elementary Students Take Morning Announcements To Airwaves
Success By 6: Cambria County Teen Raises Money To Feed The Hungry
Success By 6: Somerset County Equestrian Prepares For World Championship Event