Greetings Sun Valley Community,

We would like to recognize all the great accomplishments of the

Presidents' of our great country starting with our founding father George

Washington! Let their legacies live on!

We would also like to give a shout out to our winter athletics! So many of

our sports have had appearances in playoffs and other championships!

Basketball, Wrestling, Cheerleading, Indoor Track, Swimming & Diving

you all represented Sun Valley High School well. Your hard work has

paid off and your Vanguard community is proud of you! Excellent work!

This Friday is the Mid Marking Period for Quarter 3! Time Flies! Lets ensure we continue to work hard each and everyday and strive to hit high expectations.

John Paul Roskos

Principal

Here's a quick look at the week ahead: 2/16/26 - 2/20/26

• Monday, February 16th - District Holiday - School Closed
• Tuesday, February 17th - Day 3
• Wednesday, February 18th - Day 4
• Thursday, February 19th - Day 5
• Friday, February 20th - Day 6

Unified Track & Field

Interested in joining Unified Track & Field this season? Please come to our informational meeting on Thursday, 2/19 at 2:20 in room A9!!!!

Ramadan at SVHS

Dear Students and Families,

As we approach the month of Ramadan (expected to begin around February 17, 2026), I want to take a moment to reaffirm Sun Valley’s commitment to providing an inclusive and supportive environment for all our students.

Ramadan is a holy month for our Muslim community, marked by fasting from dawn until sunset, prayer, and reflection. We recognize that this period requires significant physical and mental discipline, and we want to ensure that our students feel supported in balancing their religious observances with their academic goals.

To assist our fasting students, the school will be implementing the following accommodations throughout the month:

1. Dedicated Quiet Space

During lunch periods, the MIC will be available as a "food-free" quiet zone. Fasting students who prefer not to be in the cafeteria are welcome to use this space to rest, read, or catch up on schoolwork.

2. Prayer Accommodations

We have designated the MIC and Main Office conference rooms for students who wish to perform their daily prayers. Please speak with your teacher / counselor if you need a brief pass during the day for this purpose.

3. Physical Education & Activities

Students who are fasting are encouraged to participate in P.E. to the best of their ability. However, we understand that energy levels may fluctuate. 

4. Communication with Teachers

Our faculty is aware of the potential for increased fatigue, particularly in the late afternoon. If you have concerns about a specific exam or a major project deadline during the final ten days of Ramadan, please reach out to your teachers proactively. We are committed to flexibility where possible.

Strength lies in our diversity. We ask all students to remain mindful and respectful of their peers who are observing this month. To our fasting students: we wish you a meaningful and peaceful Ramadan. 

Sincerely,

John Paul Roskos

Principal

Dear Sun Valley Families,

We are pleased to share we having an Ireland and the UK educational tour happening in Summer 2028 and your student is invited to join us.

Here are some highlights of our experience:

• Explore Dublin's historic Georgian squares, Temple Bar district, and St. Patrick's Cathedral

• Visit EPIC, the interactive museum of Irish Emigration

• Explore Edinburgh Castle and Scotland's stunning capital city

• Experience London's iconic landmarks

When students travel, they expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, and grow more confident. These skills are critical for creating the global citizens of tomorrow, and I would love to have your student join us on one of these adventures.

Come hear all the details, including the itinerary, activities, academic opportunities, and the cost of the trip at our information night on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM. The meeting will take place via Zoom, so you MUST RSVP to receive the link! (No RSVP, no link).

Please click here to register for the meeting ASAP to save your seat: https://bit.ly/4jaffDN

There are limited spots on these trips, so we would love to have you attend this meeting to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

Thanks,

Ms. DiPietro

Senior Prom Information

Class of 2029

As the freshman class moves in to the 2^nd 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 6^th 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:

• Students must be academically eligible as of the February 27^th 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)

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! 

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.

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.

Everything you need to know about ordering your YEARBOOK!

Please click this link: 2026 Yearbook Info

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. 

3 Ways to Report your Students Attendance

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.

Students in grades 10-12 who are interested in a career in the military should sign up for the ASVAB Exam, a required test for military entrance. The test is free of cost and will be held on April 14^th at 7:45 am in the MIC. Students need to bring their laptops fully charged as it is administered on their Chromebooks. The sign up for this exam is in SchooLinks under Engage > Events > ASVAB Testing > Register for this Event.

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.

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

Seniors:

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

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/

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.



Mr. Nielson

Ms. Martin's pick for staff member of the week is: Mr. Nielson

She writes, I nominate Mr. James Nielsen for Staff member of the week. Mr. Nielsen is always positive and wears a smile on his face. I have yet to see Mr. Nielson in a bad mood, he consistently looks at the brighter side of life. His wit and good humor also bring a lightness to meetings, making conversations more enjoyable and productive. He also has a knack for bringing in delicious lunches that waft through the hallways, making the rest of us wish we had a French fry, too.



Bible Buddies - The Great Revival

Bible Buddies meet every Wednesday in D-94.   



Cultural Alliance Club

Meets every Tuesday after school in C73.

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.

All interested girls are welcomed and encouraged to attend! 

RHO KAPPA

The Rho Kappa meeting dates to be announced.

Please contact Mr. Henning or Mrs. Malaczewski with any questions. 

VALIANT VANGUARDS



The Valiant Vanguards meetings are at 2:20pm in room B42.