Central Pa. funeral home once owned by former county coroner, has new director

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A funeral home that was previously owned by the former Perry County coroner has a new supervisor and funeral director. Kala Smith Groff has been named supervisor and funeral director of Michael J.

Central High School of Philadelphia was founded in 1836 as "the crowning glory" of Philadelphia's public school system, "the worthy apex to a noble pyramid," and the first "high" school in the state.

Central High School is widely recognized for its rigorous academic programs, including a broad selection of AP, IB, and honors courses. These challenging classes push students to develop strong time management and study skills, preparing them well for college-level work.

Central High School has been ranked the number two high school in Pennsylvania and number one in Philadelphia. The school was also named a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School awardee by the U.S. Department of Education — an honor it has now received multiple times across its history.

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