The Northeast Alumni Association held its annual 17th Annual Distinguished Northeaster Recognition Breakfast in the school’s library on Friday. Three former Northeast students received the Distinguished Northeasters 2015 Award. They include:
Genson A. Blimline, NE ’92
Mr. Blimline is an actor, singer, and dancer. He has performed in two Broadway shows -- Rock of Ages and South Pacific. He also has performed with several national touring companies in such shows as Grease, Smokey Joe’s Café, A Chorus Line, and South Pacific. His tour of Grease brought him to Reading as part of the Broadway on 6th Street series. In addition, Mr. Blimline has performed in six regional theatre productions throughout the United States including A Chorus Line, Carmen, Cabaret, West Side Story, Jekyll and Hyde, and South Pacific. He also has had roles in film and television in such shows as Malorie’s Final Score, As the World Turns, and Ed. At Northeast and Reading High School, he was active in school theater activities, RHS class shows, soccer, and football.
Michael D. Lerch, NE ’76
Mr. Lerch is a cabinet maker by trade but is being recognized for his outstanding work in scouting. He currently is Scoutmaster of Troop 161 and has been involved in scouting for 45 years as a Cub Scout and Boy Scout, including serving as a scoutmaster for 26 years. Mr. Lerch has received the Silver Beaver Award that is presented by the National Council, Boy Scouts of America. The award recognizes noteworthy service of exceptional character to youth. Other awards he has received include District Award of Merit, God and Service Adult Award, Bishops Award, Scoutmaster Award of Merit, Scouters Training Award, and The Founder’s Award by the Order of the Arrow. In addition, Mr. Lerch is a Woodbadge Trained leader, which is the top training available to Scouters.
Michael B. Kindlick, NE ’86
Mr. Kindlick is President/CEO of Jam On Sound Productions, Inc., the largest multi-faceted entertainment company in the Berks County area. In the past 19 years, under his leadership, the company has grown to 19 current entertainers on staff with nearly 900 total events performed on average each year. After high school, Mr. Kindlick pursued his original goal of becoming an educator. It was his education and rewarding experience in the field of education that influenced his decision to be an entrepreneur in the entertainment industry. Mr. Kindlick has been honored with several distinctions and awards in the entertainment industry. He is a much sought-after public speaker in the industry and is chosen almost every year to speak at the International DJ/Entertainment Convention, held by DJ Times Magazine in Atlantic City, NJ. He has been selected five times as a nominee for the title of “DJ/Entertainer of The Year” by DJ Times Magazine.
Genson A. Blimline, NE ’92
Mr. Blimline is an actor, singer, and dancer. He has performed in two Broadway shows -- Rock of Ages and South Pacific. He also has performed with several national touring companies in such shows as Grease, Smokey Joe’s Café, A Chorus Line, and South Pacific. His tour of Grease brought him to Reading as part of the Broadway on 6th Street series. In addition, Mr. Blimline has performed in six regional theatre productions throughout the United States including A Chorus Line, Carmen, Cabaret, West Side Story, Jekyll and Hyde, and South Pacific. He also has had roles in film and television in such shows as Malorie’s Final Score, As the World Turns, and Ed. At Northeast and Reading High School, he was active in school theater activities, RHS class shows, soccer, and football.
Michael D. Lerch, NE ’76
Mr. Lerch is a cabinet maker by trade but is being recognized for his outstanding work in scouting. He currently is Scoutmaster of Troop 161 and has been involved in scouting for 45 years as a Cub Scout and Boy Scout, including serving as a scoutmaster for 26 years. Mr. Lerch has received the Silver Beaver Award that is presented by the National Council, Boy Scouts of America. The award recognizes noteworthy service of exceptional character to youth. Other awards he has received include District Award of Merit, God and Service Adult Award, Bishops Award, Scoutmaster Award of Merit, Scouters Training Award, and The Founder’s Award by the Order of the Arrow. In addition, Mr. Lerch is a Woodbadge Trained leader, which is the top training available to Scouters.
Michael B. Kindlick, NE ’86
Mr. Kindlick is President/CEO of Jam On Sound Productions, Inc., the largest multi-faceted entertainment company in the Berks County area. In the past 19 years, under his leadership, the company has grown to 19 current entertainers on staff with nearly 900 total events performed on average each year. After high school, Mr. Kindlick pursued his original goal of becoming an educator. It was his education and rewarding experience in the field of education that influenced his decision to be an entrepreneur in the entertainment industry. Mr. Kindlick has been honored with several distinctions and awards in the entertainment industry. He is a much sought-after public speaker in the industry and is chosen almost every year to speak at the International DJ/Entertainment Convention, held by DJ Times Magazine in Atlantic City, NJ. He has been selected five times as a nominee for the title of “DJ/Entertainer of The Year” by DJ Times Magazine.
In addition, the Alumni Association recognized the following current students for their achievements:
· Jason Delcid-Alejandro
· Likeiry Taveras Jimenez
· Adamaris Rivera Matos
· Leslie Gaspar
· Ezequiel Caraballo-Almodovar
· Miguel Rivera Carrasquillo
· Emily Keller
· Melvin Marte
· Schuyler Steinle
· Jason Delcid-Alejandro
· Likeiry Taveras Jimenez
· Adamaris Rivera Matos
· Leslie Gaspar
· Ezequiel Caraballo-Almodovar
· Miguel Rivera Carrasquillo
· Emily Keller
· Melvin Marte
· Schuyler Steinle
The mission of the Northeast Alumni Association is to assist the school in enhancing the students' educational experiences and in developing school traditions and a sense of pride among the student body. Through a greater awareness of the contributions made to society by former Northeasters, more exposure to the practical experience of the alumni, and increased opportunities to interact with alumni, students will develop a greater sense of pride in their school and personal belonging and involvement in the community, and will participate in new opportunities in the school arts programs that involve students from many fields of interest.