Alumni Spotlight

As a proud and successful business owner of The Hussey Team-Mortgage Advisors in Conshohocken, Joseph “JP” Hussey, a 2001 Methacton graduate recalls his school experience fondly. JP participated on the varsity baseball, basketball, and golf teams and was recognized by his peers senior year as Best Dressed and Best Personality.

After graduating from West Chester University with a degree in Professional Services, JP kicked off a successful career in mortgage banking. His dream of owning his own mortgage brokerage became a reality in February of 2019 when he opened The Hussey Team – Mortgage Advisors. “I have always wanted to pave my own way and I was able to do this by opening up my own company with my own brand.”

JP’s advice to our current students: “BELIEVE in yourself first, BALANCE out the good and the bad, and then REMEMBER to consistently do these things over and over. Don't overlook the CLICHE sayings and meanings in life. They are there for a reason. Don't be a mean person, because it will come back to you.”

Having grown up in Methacton, JP still resides in the community and is proud to have all three of his children attend Methacton School District. He and his wife, Rachael, are excited for what the future will bring.

Our alumni spotlight for October 2021 also shines on Beth Ann Bittner Mazza from the Class of 1984. Beth Ann says she has so many wonderful memories of the Methacton School District, but being part of the MHS Swim Team is at the top of her list. “We had a great team! We were Suburban I League Champs in 1980-81.”

Beth Ann recalls taking advantage of activities and athletic opportunities available for students to pursue. Not only was she a varsity athlete on the swimming and track and field teams, she also participated in Class Congress, Theater and Drama, Ski Club, and Key Club. Beth Ann encourages all Methacton students to take the time to get involved, make friends, and enjoy all the little moments.

During her time as a student, several teachers had a profound effect on Beth Ann. One teacher who stands out in her mind is her Kindergarten teacher. Miss Moyer noticed that Beth Ann had a hearing deficit and made recommendations to her mother for getting help. She remembers History teacher, Ms. Barb Clipsham, for her strength as a woman and passion for athletics. Mr. John Menichello inspired Beth Ann’s love for writing and English and nurtured her confidence in public speaking. She remembers Coach George Marinkov for his courage to be different and Russian Communism class. She fondly remembers track coach, Mr. Mann, and swimming coach, Mr. Coble, for their commitment to Methacton’s athletic programs.

Beth Ann’s post-secondary career may have led her to Delaware County Community College, Cabrini University and Villanova University, but she always came back home to the Methacton community.

Two years ago, Beth Ann started her own company with Best Version Media. She is the publisher of Lower Providence Living – a hyper-local magazine that focuses on the Lower Providence Township community.

Beth Ann believes in giving back and remains a committed advocate of the Methacton community through volunteering. "I am a firm believer that you need to be the change you want to see in the world."

Beth Ann is currently a board member for the Methacton Education Foundation, serves as President of the Lower Providence Business Association, Vice-Chairman of the Lower Providence Parks and Recreation Board, President of the Lower Providence Optimist Club and is an active member of the local Youth Aid Panel for the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office and the Montgomery County Critical Incident Stress Management Team.

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