Bill and Wendy Hewitt are the dedicated owners and operators of Lavender Acres Winery, a boutique winery and event venue nestled in Hellam Township, Pennsylvania. Their 17-acre farm specializes in producing a diverse range of wines, including sweet, fruit, and dry varietals.

 

Lavender Acres Winery is the result of over six years of meticulous planning. The estate offers a wide array of wines—dry reds and whites, sparkling wines, and sweet selections. With 35 varietals, two tasting rooms, outdoor cabanas, and private event hosting, the winery has become a destination in Central Pennsylvania. Their commitment to quality and hospitality has earned them recognition as one of the best wineries in the region.

 

Bill Hewitt holds a degree in Marketing from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Before founding Lavender Acres Winery, he served as a Regional Account Manager at Lamar Advertising.  Bill furthered his expertise by completing the wine certification program at Penn State, focusing on wine management. His commitment to community service is evident through his involvement with organizations such as the Quarterback Club of York, Springettsbury Sertoma, the marketing committee of Child Care Consultants, and his tenure as board president of the March of Dimes.

 

Wendy Hewitt is also an alumna of Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where she studied Home Economics and Special Education. She earned a master’s degree in Secondary Counseling from Towson University. Wendy dedicated 35 years to teaching in the Southern York and Central York school districts and spent three years as a counselor at House of Hope in Glen Rock. Her passion for community service is reflected in her 20-year presidency of the Christa McAuliffe Scholarship Board and various leadership roles in local churches. At Lavender Acres Winery, Wendy manages the tasting room and oversees the culinary program, bringing her educational and counseling expertise to enhance guest experiences.

 

 

Amaya and Russell really shine, not just academically, but in their character and how they serve others.

 

Amaya, a member of the Class of 2025, balances school, work, and community service with grace and purpose. She works in the dining services at a local retirement home, where she also volunteers alongside her mother in the dementia care unit. Her experiences there have taught her patience and compassion—qualities that fuel her dream of becoming a registered nurse. Amaya plans to attend York College to pursue nursing and is already preparing herself through dual enrollment and scholarship work. She’s also an active member of the Black Student Union and previously participated in All-Star Cheer.

 

Russell is another remarkable senior who brings talent and a giving spirit to everything he does. He’s always ready to lend a hand—whether it’s in class, around the school, or supporting his peers. Russell is a SkillsUSA member and has excelled in photography, earning second place at the district level and sixth at the state level. He is enrolled in the Commercial and Advertising Arts program at our school and plans to pursue photography and videography at a technical college in McSherrystown, PA after graduation.

 

These students reflect the heart and drive of the Class of 2025—committed, compassionate, and full of potential. Congratulations, Amaya and Russell!