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Elizabethtown Area High School is proud to announce its June Rotary Club Students of the Month: Lillian Ross and Cooper Torborg. This distinction recognizes students who exemplify outstanding academic achievement, leadership, character, and a commitment to serving others both in and out of the classroom.

Lillian is the daughter of Melissa Ross of Elizabethtown.

Lillian Ross

Lillian is a dedicated scholar and student leader at Elizabethtown Area High School. She was named a National Merit Scholarship Program Semifinalist in 2025, placing her among the top academic performers in the nation and reflecting her commitment to academic excellence and leadership. She is a proud member of the National Honor Society, recognized for her outstanding achievements in scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Lillian has also earned numerous academic distinctions through the school’s underclassmen awards program, including the Music Theory Award, Algebra I Award, Career & Finance Award, AP Macroeconomics Award, AP/CHS Psychology Award, Honors Chemistry I Award, and Honors Chemistry II Award.

Outside of the classroom, Lillian is the founder and president of the Red Cross Club and serves as president of the Model United Nations Club. She is a member of the National Honor Society and performs in the school’s Music Club as a flute and piccolo player.

In the community, Lillian is a research intern at Elizabethtown College. She is also a principal dancer and teaching assistant at Silver Spring Dance Conservatory. Lillian has earned numerous community achievements, including being invited to present her research at Dynamics Days 2025 in Denver and receiving the PA Outstanding Youth Award from the American Red Cross. She was also honored with the Blood Drive Leadership Award and the Elizabethtown DAR Good Citizen Award. Lillian works as a crew trainer at McDonald’s.

Looking ahead, Lillian plans to attend a four-year university to major in biochemistry and eventually earn a PhD in pharmaceutical sciences, with the goal of pursuing a career in medical research.

Cooper is the son of Ryan and Tessa Torborg of Marietta.

Cooper Torborg

Cooper is a respected student leader and active contributor to the school community and his church. A member of the National Honor Society, he exemplifies excellence in scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Cooper’s leadership and academic excellence earned him the Administrative Leadership Award for the 2023-2024 school year and underclassmen awards in Business/Personal Law, Honors Algebra 2, Honors General Science, and French II. He has been named to the Honor Roll every semester of high school.


Cooper is active in the school community, serving as a leader of both the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the Bible Club. He is also a member of the Student Council, a mentor for incoming freshmen through the Jumpstart program, and participates in volleyball, orchestra, pit orchestra, and concert choir. As a student-athlete, he has been named a Lancaster-Lebanon League Section 2 Volleyball All-Star twice and received an honorable mention on the District 3 All-Star team. He is also a four-time participant in the County Orchestra.

In the community, Cooper is an active member of Mount Calvary Church, where he serves in the children’s ministry every Sunday and participates in the church youth group. He also performs in a local band, playing violin, guitar, and singing. Cooper plays club volleyball for Prevail Volleyball Club. Cooper works as a server at Masonic Village, where he helps create a welcoming and respectful environment for residents and guests.

Following graduation, Cooper plans to attend college to pursue a degree in business with a focus on information technology.

Rotary year 2025-2026 WILL BE OUR 100th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION.  
 

Our Centennial Committee has been hard at work planning for an amazing year of celebration which will include local projects to benefit the community, a major international project, updating the club history book , and a whopper of a Gala planned for January 2026.  Join us as we celebrate the leaders of the past AND present who have given so much to the Elizabethtown Community!
 
 
One of the projects that the 100th Anniversary Committee and the Board approved was to purchase and place 3 heavy duty 9’ benches with our 100th logo in our community.  Two of them were placed on the Conewago Trail.  They are at the .5 and 4.5 mile markers so look for them as you hike or bike the trail.  The County of Lancaster Parks and Recreation paid for and installed the pads and the benches at no cost to our Club.  The other bench was placed behind the brick building on the United Churches Elizabethtown Area/ECHOES campus.  The pad and installation for this bench was completed and paid for by BMK Construction of Elizabethtown at no cost to our Club.    Stay tuned for more wonderful things as we get closer to our 100th
Elizabethtown Area High School is proud to recognize its May Rotary Club Students of the Month: Bridget Jackson and Henry Leaman. This honor celebrates students who demonstrate excellence in academics, leadership, and community involvement, highlighting their positive impact on the school and broader community.
Bridget Jackson

Bridget is the daughter of James Jackson and Tonia Beh of Bristol, PA.

Bridget is an accomplished student leader at Elizabethtown Area High School. She serves as co-leader of the Student Lighthouse Team and is a Link Crew, Pep Club, and Human Rights Club member. Bridget also showcases her school spirit as varsity co-captain of the football and winter cheerleading squads.

A strong student, Bridget earned an Academic Excellence Award in English 10. She was crowned the 2024 Homecoming Queen, an honor that reflects her kindness, character, and connection with her peers. Committed to fostering positive relationships, she participates in Bigs and Littles and Club Ophelia—initiatives that promote mentorship and community building among youth.

Bridget works at Isaac’s in Mount Joy.

In the fall, she plans to attend Widener University to major in psychology. Aspiring to become a licensed therapist, she hopes to serve others as a marriage and family counselor.

Henry is the son of Mark and Andrea Stoner Leaman of Bainbridge.

Henry is a well-rounded and engaged student who contributes meaningfully to a variety of academic and service-oriented programs at Elizabethtown Area High School. His diverse involvement includes Stage Crew, Science Club, Art Club, Debate Club, Key Club, Student Council, Model UN, Roots and Shoots, School Newspaper, Book Club, Link Crew, and the Human Rights Club.

Henry Leaman

Henry was awarded an Academic Excellence Award in biology for his strong scientific performance. He extends his leadership beyond the 

classroom through service activities with the Science Club, Key Club, and Student Council. He is also employed at Weis Markets, where he has worked since the summer of 2023.

In addition to his school and work commitments, Henry is active in his faith community at Blossom Hill Mennonite Church. As part of his church’s outreach, he participated in a service trip to Washington, D.C., during his sophomore year and helped serve at a community meal, reinforcing his values of compassion and service.

Looking ahead, Henry plans to take a gap year, with interest in joining the Forest Corps of AmeriCorps. He has been accepted to multiple colleges and is exploring how a year of service can deepen his understanding of environmental stewardship, civic responsibility, and global citizenship.

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