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Hello Sun Valley Families!
February is a busy Month!
It is also Black History Month!
There are so many ways to honor Black History Month. We will be sharing information over the announcements daily. Here are a few to engage in with your student(s);
Ways to Honor Black History Month
Report Cards for Quarter 2 / Semester 1 will be available to be viewed
in Skyward on Wednesday. Please take a few moments to review with your student(s). We will also be mailing a copy home.
This week is National School Counseling Week!
We are so thankful for our wonderful counselors;
Mrs. Traugh, Mrs. Im, Ms. Martin Dr. James, and Ms. Snyder!
Please make sure your students thank them for all of their hard work this week!
Learn More About Being A School Counselor!
Our Decades show is this week! See the flyer below and join us!
Thank you for your support.
John Paul Roskos
Principal
Here's a quick look at the week ahead: 2/2/26 - 2/6/26
- Monday, February 2nd - Day 5
- Tuesday, February 3rd - Day 6
- Wednesday, February 4th - Day 1
- Thursday, February 5th - Day 2
- Friday, February 6th - Day 3
| | We Want to Hear From You! As part of the district's Future Ready Comprehensive Planning process, Penn-Delco is seeking feedback from parents/guardians, staff, students, and community members. Your input helps guide district priorities and future decisions. The survey is short, anonymous, and open through February 8, 2026. Survey link: https://forms.gle/6xniN8aeJBnnUL2X6. | | |
Class of 2029
As the freshman class moves in to the 2nd Semester, the class officers are busy planning Frosh. Members of the freshman class should listen for announcements for meetings to help decorate. The class officers are also busy making plans for our freshman class trip to Hershey Park. Details and an interest survey will be posted to the Freshman Class Schoology page
Class of 2028 & Class of 2029
Frosh is coming! The Freshman/Sophomore dance will be held Friday, March 6th from 6:00-9:00 in the SV cafeteria. The theme this year is Decades! A Signup Genius asking for donations of water and snacks will be posted to the Freshman and Sophomore class pages.
Tickets ($15) to the Freshman/ Sophomore Dance will be sold from February 17 - 23 on School Pay. Ticket sales will end at the conclusion of the school day on Feb. 23rd. In order for students to be eligible to attend the Freshman/ Sophomore dance, regardless of if they have purchased tickets or not they must meet the following criteria:
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Students must be academically eligible as of the February 27th eligibility report (cannot be failing more than one class.)
- Students may not have outstanding fines (lunch, scholarship, library, etc.) exceeding $20.
- Students must have good school attendance and be in good standing discipline wise, as determined by school administration.
No student who purchases a ticket and is deemed ineligible will be permitted to attend the dance and no refunds will be issued for any reason. Tickets are not transferrable between students.
Guest forms for the Freshman/ Sophomore Dance will be available in the main office beginning February 2nd. Guest forms are due back no later than February 17th, and should be handed into an advisor. The form must include a picture of the guest’s photo ID. No guest form will be reviewed without a photo id. (Freshman Advisors: Mr. Henning & Mrs. Mal. Sophomore Advisors: Ms. Lansberry & Ms. Boccella)
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PROPS for Les Mis
Award Winning PROPS team for Theatre will start meeting Tuesday 1/13 after school in Miss Willow’s room A4. Props is a great opportunity for those looking to fill time before a sport practice, or looking for a creative outlet that is a little different! Consider helping with our theatre departments Props for this years musical – LES MIS!
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Decade Tickets are on Sale for $5 each. The show is on Tuesday, February 3rd in the SVHS Auditorium.
You can buy tickets at: https://sunvalley.ludus.com/index.php
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The following students were chosen to participate in the 2026, 10th Annual Regional Art Show at DCCC.
Makayla Parish Emily Simcox Nellie Batter
Noah Murray Luci Damico David Bell
Cindy Hsu Bridget Steel Autumn Longmore
Tristan Lex Chase Tompson
January 7–February 6, 2026
The Art Gallery at Delaware County Community College presents the tenth anniversary of the Regional High School Art Exhibition. This annual exhibition features work created in a wide variety of media by art students from high schools throughout Delaware and Chester Counties.
Gallery Hours Monday–Friday | 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
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NHS is proud to host Mini-Thon this year at Sun Valley. Mini-Thon is an event that raises money for childhood cancer in coordination with Four Diamonds and Penn State College of Medicine. Four Diamonds has been able to provide care and resources for families going through childhood cancer and support 90 pediatric research professionals at Penn State to create more effective treatments and to minimize long term side effects of a cancer diagnosis. The students will raise money for this cause and celebrate with a culminating event on April 10. ALL Sun Valley students are welcome to participate in this event! Please consider helping us reach our goal by creating a fundraising account using this link: Donor Drive .
Here is brief video to give insight into the Four Diamonds organization: Four Diamonds Mini-thon Movement
The NHS students are working hard to plan the event but a task like this needs everyone’s support. We will be hosting fundraising events throughout the school so keep an eye out for different events.
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ITEM DROP OFF FOR STUDENTS DURING THE SCHOOL DAY
This school year there will be a table in the vestibule for parents/guardians to drop off items for students. Please make sure to label the item with your students name and let them know that you have dropped the item off. Student may pick up their items between classes, during their lunch period or at the end of the school day.
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Everything you need to know about ordering your YEARBOOK!
Please click this link: 2026 Yearbook Info
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Just a few reminders to everyone, regarding parking at and around Sun Valley.
- Student parking at Sun Valley and Northley is in the numbered spots by permit only. Anyone parking without a valid parking pass is subject to disciplinary action. Anyone who has a parking pass must display it in the mirror.
- The streets around Sun Valley are residential parking only, by permit. Parking in these areas are subject to ticketing by the Aston Police.
- No parking is permitted at the office building located at 2901 Duttons Mill Road (next to Buggy Field, which houses Ware Medical and District Court.) You may be towed from this lot at any time, without warning.
- The Aston Township Fire Department has their own internal permit process. Only those who have been approved in advance by the department may park there. Anyone without permission may be towed at any time.
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ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS!
Make sure you keep your Scholarchip ID swipe card in a safe place where you can find it easily. If you misplace your ID, you will need to purchase a new one. The cost of a temporary ID is $1.00 and the cost of a replacement ID is $5.00.
| | PTL dues are $10 per family this year. This can be paid with cash, a check payable to Sun Valley PTL or Venmo using the information above. | | |
Students earn Sun Dollars by being Ready, Respectful, and Responsible. They can redeem those Sun Dollars for SV gear at the Sun Dollar store every Wednesday.
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Seniors:
As you receive acceptance and scholarship letters from colleges, don’t forget to bring them to the counseling office so we can copy them. We want to make sure you are recognized for your achievements.
Keep an eye on Schoology’s ‘College and Career Planning’ Course for scholarship opportunities. New scholarships are added as they become available.
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The 2026-27 Delaware County Technical School Application is now open. Students can find the application link in the document below and should carefully read over the information about the application process before applying. Applications will be accepted through February 28, 2026.
Click here for the Delaware County Technical School Application
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Seniors:
As you receive acceptance and scholarship letters from colleges, don’t forget to bring them to the counseling office and upload them to SchooLinks. We want to make sure you are recognized for your achievements.
Keep an eye on Schoology’s ‘College and Career Planning’ Course for scholarship opportunities. New scholarships are added as they become available.
Senior Scholarship Opportunities:
Pennsylvania State Society Daughters of the American Revolution (PSSDAR):
Multiple scholarship opportunities available through the Pennsylvania State Society Daughters of the American Revolution (PSSDAR). See attached information and see for which ones you may qualify and apply today
https://pssdar.org/education.php
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Wildlife Leadership Academy – Interested in learning more about wildlife, fisheries and conservation?
5 day summer programs available at field schools. The trainings begin with a rigorous period of residential programming that focus on a special topic in conservation that teaches about ecology, recreation, as well as leadership skills development and continues with community outreach through education, service, media engagement, creative arts, and outdoor mentorship. Areas of focus include: Bucktails (white-tailed deer), Bass, Brookies (brook trout), Gobblers (turkey) and Ursids (black bears) along with their habitats. For Youth ages 14-17, programs run June and July 2026 in Madisonburg, PA
https://wildlifeleadershipacademy.org/
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Upcoming College Visits
Juniors and Seniors – Please sign-up in SchooLinks. You must pre-register in order to attend scheduled college visits.
Registration closes 8hrs prior to each visit.
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Widener University
Thursday, February 19th
at 9:30am
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US Army
Wednesday, February 25th
During all lunches
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Mr. Johnson
Mrs. Coughlin's pick for staff member of the week is: Mr. Johnson
She writes, My pick for staff member of the week is Mike Johnson! Mr. Johnson is always going above and beyond for his students at Sun Valley, and is very involved in the Aston community, coaching baseball and supporting kids in and out of school. I appreciate him as a colleague and I know that the students appreciate him as a teacher.
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Nick Nolek
Selected by: Mr. Brown
Nick is a very active student athlete. Varsity Football, Unified Bocce & Unified Track
Teams . Nick goes out of his way to make other students welcome . He demonstrates leadership, sportsmanship and good will.
He also attends VoTech . As the place kicker for the football team Nick knows “ He’s only as good as his next kick “ ! Nick strives for perfection!
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Jack Abate
Selected by: Mr. Brown
Jacks energy and love of life and of his school is so real . He greets everyone with a personal hello and is a sincere caring person . Whether it’s a sporting event cheering on his friends, competing in Bocce or track, Jack gives it his all. Jack’s singing style is unique and touches your heart. I got see him perform the National Anthem recently as well as Singing Christmas Carols in the hallways! Jack delivers mail throughout the school & recently shared his experience dissecting a frog in class .
Tornado Jack iykyk
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Joe Colfer
Selected by: Mrs. Maxwell
During the 2024-2025 school year Joe consistently put forth his best effort in class and exemplified all of the PBiS classroom expectations.
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Natalie Sweeney
Selected by: Mrs. Maxwell
During the 2024-2025 Natalie arrived to class with a positive attitude and conistently made efforts to be friendly and helpful to all students in the class.
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Phillip Masusock
Selected by: Ms. Iticovici
Phillip is a polite, conscientious, and diligent student. He always performs to the best of his ability and readily helps others in the classroom, including the teacher. Phillip is an excellent role model among his peers and is always ready, respectful, and responsible!
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Isabel Claudio
Selected by: Ms. Iticovici
Isabel is a model student. She is polite and friendly, conscientious, and consistently performs well in class. She has a gentle heart and a strong work ethic. She is a joy to have in class!
| | | | CLUBS, COMMITTEES & CLASS MEETINGS | |
ART CLUB/NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY
Art Club meetings will be held every Wednesday (unless otherwise told) until Arts Alive in May!
Anyone is welcome to join Art Club.
Please see Miss Willow in A4 with any questions!
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Astronomy Club
Astronomy Club will meet every Thursday in the Planetarium from 2:15-2:55.
If you have any questions, please see Mr. Breiling & Ms. Di Pietro
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Bible Buddies - The Great Revival
Bible Buddies meet every Wednesday in D-94.
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BLACK STUDENT UNION
The BSU promotes culturally relevant conversations, advocates for students who feel overlooked or misrepresented, and encourages student empowerment. We embrace our cultural heritage, unity, and the appreciation of diversity.
If you have any questions, please see Mr. Henning.
The Black Student Union meets on Mondays after school in C86.
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CHESS CLUB
The Chess Club meets on Wednesdays after school in room B-245. Beginners and advanced players are welcome. When you lose, you learn. When you win, you teach.
Text: @rooknroll to: 81-010
Top 10 Benefits of Playing Chess
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Cultural Alliance Club
Meets every Tuesday after school in C73.
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D & D CLUB
The D&D Club meets Mondays and Thursdays after school in C73.
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E-GAMING CLUB
"Video Game Club or E-Gaming Club meets three times a week, Monday, Wednesday, Fridays, after school from 2:15PM to 3:15PM. You do not need to sign up, and attendance is not mandatory, show up when you please!
We usually play games that are local Co-Op, and the Nintendo Switch is what we use most due to its portability.
BRING YOUR OWN GAMES as they will not be provided, we are a collaborative group who share and work together. If you would like something added just ask!
We have three different AV set-ups so up to three groups of students may play at any given time!"
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Girls Spark
Girls Spark is a club for girls by girls that focuses on issues surrounding leadership, self-advocacy, service, personal wellness and much more. Interested girls can see Madeliene Kleppinger or Alexa Bernstein for more information.
Girls Spark will meet on Monday, February 2nd in Room C87 after school until 3:00pm. All interested girls are welcomed and encouraged to attend!
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GSA
GSA is open to all LGBTQIA+ students and Allies! We are always looking for student leaders who want to make a difference at Sun Valley.
See Miss Willow with questions and to join the remind. Meeting times and dates will vary month to month!
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Hi-Q
The Hi-Q team meets in room B-245. Please see Mr. Baron with any questions.
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MATH HONOR SOCIETY
The Math Honor Society will be having their next monthly meeting on February 11th at 2:20 in the MIC.
Peer tutoring continues after school - please click HERE for weekly updates!
If you have any questions, just let Mrs. Caputo know.
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NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY
Please direct any questions to Ms. Mancarella or Ms. Starinieri.
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NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
Due to a lack of student interest NHS will not be hosting a Winter Formal this year.
NHS Spirit wear is now on sale! Members are expected to wear their shirts during volunteer events so please try to purchase if you currently do not have a polo or sweatshirt. Place your order using this link: NHS Spirit Wear
NHS is proud to host Mini-Thon this year at Sun Valley. Mini-Thon is an event that raises money for childhood cancer in coordination with Four Diamonds and Penn State College of Medicine. Four Diamonds has been able to provide care and resources for families going through childhood cancer and support 90 pediatric research professionals at Penn State to create more effective treatments and to minimize long term side effects of a cancer diagnosis. The students will raise money for this cause and celebrate with a culminating event on April 10. ALL Sun Valley students are welcome to participate in this event! Please consider helping us reach our goal by creating a fundraising account using this link: Donor Drive.
Here is brief video to give insight into the Four Diamonds organization: Four Diamonds Mini-thon Movement
Contact Jennifer Maiale @ jmaiale@pdsd.org with any questions.
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NEWSPAPER CLUB
Are you interested in writing, editing, art or photography? If so, join the Newspaper Club! We will discuss plans and a publishing schedule for the 2025-2026 school year.
Meetings are on Mondays 2:20pm - 3:15pm in B44 and all are welcome to attend.
We are always looking for new members interested in writing, editing, photography, or videography.
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RHO KAPPA
The Rho Kappa meeting dates to be announced.
Please contact Mr. Henning or Mrs. Malaczewski with any questions.
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SCIENCE NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY
Please see Ms. Phelps with any questions.
Science tutoring is available after school in the MIC Monday- Thursday from 2:15- 2:55, unless there is a scheduled meeting. If you require tutoring during lunch or a study hall, please let your science teacher know and we will find a tutor for you.
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SCIENCE OLYMPIAD TEAM
The Science Olympiad Team will meet on Tuesdays after school in B-241
Please see Mr. Passen with any questions.
No experience required – as long as you like something about science, you'll be a great addition to the team!"
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SPEECH & DEBATE TEAM
If you’re interested in learning more about our speech and debate team, please attend the meeting or see Ms. Wessel or Ms. Phelps.
Please see Ms. Wessel in B42 with any questions.
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STUDENT SENATE
Are you interested in student leadership? This is the club for you.
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SUN VALLEY STAGE CREW
Please see Mr. Pry or Mr. Bittner if you are interested in doing Stage Crew.
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YEARBOOK CLUB
Starting Monday, November 10th Yearbook will meet every Monday after school in B259.
Also note - ANY STUDENT can send in photos from events, classes, lunches, trips etc. throughout the year to be considered for the yearbook. Want to be in the yearbook? Send in photos!
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VALIANT VANGUARDS
The Valiant Vanguards meetings are at 2:20pm in room B42.
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