Peyton Weisgarber, a proud Massillon Tiger, has taken his passion and skills far beyond Ohio—building a career in aeronautical mechanics while still carrying Tiger pride wherever he goes. From the classroom to the field, his journey shows how far a Massillon education can take you.
Q: What year did you graduate from Massillon Washington High School?
A: I graduated in 2017.
Q: What activities, clubs, or sports were you involved in during your time at WHS?
A: I was involved in DECA, Golf, and Basketball all four years of high school.
Q: What is one of your favorite memories from your high school years?
A: My favorite memory has to be painting up senior year for the Massillon/McK game and the friendships I made at the best high school in the country. Everywhere I’ve traveled, someone has recognized my Massillon gear.
Q: What have you gone on to achieve since graduation (career, education, military service, community involvement, etc.)?
A: I moved to South Carolina and went to school for Aeronautical Mechanics, which led me to work for Boeing building the 787 aircraft. This career has given me the opportunity to see the world.
Q: What accomplishment are you most proud of?
A: I’m most proud of my career—something I truly have a passion for—and I’m constantly striving to work my way up at Boeing South Carolina.
Q: How did your time at Massillon help prepare you for life after high school?
A: The marketing class helped me the most. I learned networking techniques there that have played a big role in getting me to where I am today in my career.
Q: What advice would you give to current Tigers?
A: Never take being a Massillon Tiger for granted—there’s truly no other high school or football team even close. The places I’ve been and the schools I’ve seen across the country… people could only imagine. TIG
Q: Is there anything else you’d like to share with fellow alumni?
A: Massillon will always be home—I’ll always be a Tiger, even 650 miles away!