Message from Sun Valley Admin

Week of 4/20/26 - 4/24/26

Greetings Sun Valley Community,


AP practice testing and field trips this week!


Wednesday is Secretaries Day! Huge shout out to our Sun Valley team,

Mrs. Harmon, Mrs. Kelly, Mrs. McClure, Mrs. Skwirut, Mrs. Lessick, Mrs. Alboretto and Mrs. Gill! Join us in saying thankyou to the team that runs SVHS! They are the best!


We now are in the 4th quarter and are looking forward to closing out strong. We remind all students that we have high expectations for all students being ready, respectful and responsible each and every day!


Have a great week!


John Paul Roskos

Principal

Here's a quick look at the week ahead: 4/20/26 - 4/24/26


  • Monday, April 20th - Day 5
  • Tuesday, April 21st - Day 6
  • Wednesday, April 22nd - Day 1
  • Thursday, April 23rd - Day 2
  • Friday, April 24th - Day 3


ANNOUNCEMENTS


Attention Seniors!!


If you will be making payments for any outstanding fines that you owe, the payment must be made with cash or a money order.


Thank you

Attention: Parents/Guardians of 11th grade students


The Pennsylvania School Health Act requires a medical examination for every student in Grade 11. You can have the physical examination done by the school physician at no cost to you or by your family physician. Your family physician has a better knowledge of your child’s medical history and is in the best position to recommend necessary treatment and immunizations. Therefore, we encourage you to have the physical completed by your family physician and submit to your school nurse.

If you choose to have the examination done by our school physician, Dr. Louis Gianguilio, you will need to schedule an appointment. The school physicals will be conducted on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Northley Middle School beginning at 2:00 PM.


Please follow these steps:

·        Call Mrs. King, RN at 610-497-6300, EXT. 6505 to make an appointment no later than Wednesday, May 6th. NO STUDENTS WILL BE EXAMINED WITHOUT AN APPOINTMENT.

·        Obtain a physical form either from the Penn-Delco Website under Health Services or from your school nurse and complete the parent history section prior to the physical.

·        Your child must report to Northley at the assigned time for the exam with the physical form. Parents should accompany their child for the exam.


PLEASE NOTE:

·        NO IMMUNIZATIONS WILL BE GIVEN AT THIS APPOINTMENT.

·        IF YOU SUBMITTED A SPORTS PHYSICAL FOR THE CURRENT SCHOOL YEAR, YOU DO NOT NEED TO SUBMIT ANOTHER PHYSICAL.

Thank you.

Limited Yearbook Sales


Yearbook pre-sales have ended and there is a LIMITED number of extra copies available for purchase. To make sure your child gets their 2025-2026 yearbook please click this link to order. https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1045716/Sun-Valley-High-School/

Keystone Review Sessions


Science National Honor Society after school Keystone Review Sessions will start May 4th in Room B250 after school. The full list of review dates and topics will be posted in your science teacher’s room by May 1st

PBIS



Families, would you like to recognize or shout out any member of our Sun Valley Staff? Please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/jxPjGhnutt9jt1JL9

Senior Prom Ticket Infofmation


Senior Prom will be held on May 8, 2026 from 7:00-11:00 pm at the Dupont Country Club in Wilmington, Delaware. 



In order for students to be eligible to attend the Senior Prom, regardless of if they have purchased tickets or not they must meet the following criteria:

  • Students must be academically eligible as of the May 1st eligibility report (cannot be failing more than one class.)
  • Students may not have outstanding fines (senior dues, lunch, scholarchip, 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 prom and no refunds will be issued for any reason. Tickets are not transferrable between students. 

Students will be able to sign up for tables after the conclusion of ticket sales. Tables will seat 10 students.

Please see Mrs. Grady or Mr. Moletteri with any questions. Thank you



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.


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.


COUNSELING NEWS!!!

Seniors – Scholarship Season is upon us. Pay close attention to Schoology and SchooLinks for scholarship opportunities and be mindful of deadlines.

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.

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.




United States National Guard


Tuesday, April 28th


during all lunches


STAFF MEMBER OF THE WEEK

Ms. Willow


Ms. Freeman's pick for staff member of the week is: Ms. Willow


She writes, My choice for staff member of the week is Emily Willow! Miss Willow is a passionate art teacher and supporter of Sun Valley students. In addition to teaching all levels of art classes, she takes on many extracurriculars: Art Club, GSA, Yearbook, and Props for the musical. Her passion and energy for her job are great to see!



STUDENTS OF THE WEEK


Cara Depaolantonio


Selected by: Mrs. Koehler


Over the last three years, it has been a privilege to witness Cara's significant personal and academic growth. She perfectly represents our Vanguard values by being consistently ready, respectful, and responsible. Her compassionate nature shines through in her daily interactions, especially in the way she always thoughtfully asks how I am doing



Lilly Heckman


Selected by: Mrs. Koehler


Lilly comes to class daily with a positive mindset and a readiness to learn. She is hardworking and diligent, always ensuring her assignments are completed. Her kind nature toward her classmates and teachers truly embodies the spirit of a Sun Valley Student.



Rihanna McCall


Selected by: Ms. McCarthy


Photo 1 Student Rihanna McCall is my choice due to the dedication and care she brings to every class. Rihanna is kind and respectful, creating a positive presence in the classroom. Rihanna works and is always engaged in her projects. What stands out most is her curiosity—she asks thoughtful questions and is genuinely interested in how to improve her photography. She takes pride in her work and truly cares about the outcome of her images, which shows in her growth and attention to detail.


Nellie Batter


Selected by: Ms. McCarthy


I would like to recognize Photo 2 Student Nellie Batter for continued dedication to photography. She consistently works hard and puts thoughtful intention into every project she creates. Nellie is also a supportive presence in the classroom, often helping other students with their work and contributing to a collaborative environment. With each project, she shows clear growth and a willingness to push herself creatively, making her progress especially rewarding to see.



Class of 2026

Senior Prom Info


Senior Prom will be held on May 8, 2026 from 7:00-11:00 pm at the Dupont Country Club in Wilmington, Delaware. 


In order for students to be eligible to attend the Senior Prom, regardless of if they have purchased tickets or not they must meet the following criteria:

  • Students must be academically eligible as of the May 1st eligibility report (cannot be failing more than one class.)
  • Students may not have outstanding fines (senior dues, lunch, scholarchip, 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 prom and no refunds will be issued for any reason. Tickets are not transferrable between students. 

Students will be able to sign up for tables after the conclusion of ticket sales. Tables will seat 10 students.

Please see Mrs. Grady or Mr. Moletteri with any questions. Thank you


Class of 2029

Class of 2029


We are looking for ideas to fundraise for the class. Please reach out to Ms. Mal (pmalaczewski@pdsd.org) or Mr. Henning (khenning@pdsd.org) with any suggestions. 

 

The Freshman Academy


The Freshman Academy Zoo Trip is scheduled for Wednesday, May 27th, during the regular school day. This trip to the Philadelphia Zoo is mandatory for all 9th grade students and was included in the Freshman Academy Curricular Trips payment and permission slip due earlier in the school year; no additional payment/permission slip is required. Lunch was not included in the cost; therefore, students should plan on packing a lunch or bringing money to purchase food of their choice at the zoo. 


Please note, students absent on May 27th will not receive a refund, for the tickets have already been secured. Questions regarding the Zoo Trip can be emailed to lschneider@pdsd.org and abondanza@pdsd.org.

 

Community Info & Events

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!

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 



Bible Buddies - The Great Revival


Bible Buddies meets every Wednesday in D-94. All are welcome and no Bible is needed to attend. We love to welcome new attendees!  



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.


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

Cultural Alliance Club


Meets every Tuesday after school in C73.


D & D CLUB


The D&D Club meets Mondays and Thursdays after school in C73.

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!"

FCCLA


We will be having a FCCLA meeting on Wednesday, April 15 @ 2:20 PM in A-2. Seniors must attend


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! 

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!



Hi-Q



The Hi-Q team meets in room B-245. Please see Mr. Baron with any questions.


MATH HONOR SOCIETY


The Math Honor Society will be posting their peer tutoring hours/ study groups for April - click HERE to view each week's schedule.  MHS will also provide Algebra Keystone tutoring during lunches for the next month to help students review topics.  

 


If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Caputo. Thank you!


NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY


Attention NEHS Members,

Every NEHS member is REQUIRED to submit at least ONE piece of writing (i.e. poem, short story, narrative, etc...) to Sun Valley's Literary Magazine ran by Mr. Hill titled "Motif". 

Please drop your submissions in the linked Google Folder by Friday, May 8th.  PLEASE LABEL SUBMISSIONS WITH YOUR FULL NAME.

 

Please direct any questions to Ms. Mancarella or Ms. Starinieri. 

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY


National Honor Society will have a general meeting on Tuesday, April 21 at 2:20 in the MIC.


Contact Jennifer Maiale @ jmaiale@pdsd.org with any questions.

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.

RHO KAPPA


The Rho Kappa meeting dates to be announced.


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

SCIENCE NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY


Please see Ms. Phelps with any questions.


After school Keystone Review Sessions will start 4th in Room B250 after school. The full list of review dates and topics will be posted in your science teacher’s room by May 1st

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!"




SPEECH & DEBATE TEAM


Our competitions have finished for the season.


If you are interested in competitions or programs over the summer, please see Ms. Phelps or Ms. Wessel. 

STUDENT SENATE


Are you interested in student leadership? This is the club for you.


SUN VALLEY STAGE CREW


Please see Mr. Pry or Mr. Bittner if you are interested in doing Stage Crew.

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!

VALIANT VANGUARDS



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


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