Greetings Sun Valley Community,

Happy Presidents' Day!

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!

This past week our student's engaged in their selections of electives for the 24-24 School Year! The extensive work of building a master schedule begins now!

We would like to give shout out to all those who attended the winter formal. It was a great time enjoyed by great staff and great students!

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! Additionally, our choir/band represented us in performances in Disney which you can see a lot more about below. Excellent work!

As we continue to move through the winter months we ask that all stay diligent in meeting the expectations of being Ready, Respectful, and Responsible each and every day!

Have a great week everyone and don't hesitate to reach out if you need any assistance!

John Paul Roskos

Principal

Here's a quick look at the week ahead: 02/19/24 - 02/23/24

• Monday, February 19th - Holiday - School and Offices closed
• Tuesday, February 20th - Day 6 (Even)
• Wednesday, February 21st - Day 1 (Odd)
• Thursday, February 22nd - Day 2 (Even)
• Friday, February 23rd - Day 3 (Odd)

This past weekend, the Sun Valley Music Department took a performance trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. This trip was highlighted by a parade performance by our Marching Band and the choir participating in a Disney workshop.

The Sun Valley Marching Band was selected by a video audition in June to participate in a Disney Parade in the Magic Kingdom. This was a huge honor as not all groups are accepted to perform.  On parade day, the students were escorted back-stage and were made official Disney Cast Members for the time they would be performing. With Cinderellas Castle as the perfect backdrop, the students marched down Mainstreet U.S.A and entertained guests from around the world. 

The SV Choir participated in a Disney Imagination Workshop at Epcot. They went backstage with the Disney staff to work in one of their professional recording studios!  The students worked with a Disney Performer for 2.5 hours to put together a vocal recording of the music from "Frozen". Students took turns making sound effects, saying lines from the movie, and singing as a group. After they were done rehearsing, they recorded sound effects, lines and music. The recording technician put the voices over the movie and the students were able to watch the movie with their voices over top of it. The students had a blast and this experience showed them what it is like to be a Disney recording artist! 

Overall, the trip was a huge success as these students are just an AMAZING group of kids. Each one of them was a wonderful representative to our music programs, Sun Valley and the Penn-Delco School District.  We all are Penn-Delco PROUD of these students!

SOPH HOP!

Tickets for the Sophomore Dance are on sale through February 29, 2024. Students must fill out this form in order to purchase tickets. Tickets are $20. Each Sophomore may bring one guest if they would like. Anyone bringing a guest who is NOT a current SVHS student must complete a guest form. Guest forms are available in the main office and must be turned in to Mr. Moletteri no later than February 29, 2024. SVHS students will be required to scan their school ID. Non SVHS guests must present a photo ID at check in. 

Tickets may be paid for by using this school pay link, or can be brought in to Mr. Moletteri or Mrs. Hill via cash or check. Checks must be made out to the Class of 2026.

Students must be academically eligible (failing no more than one class), have no disciplinary problems, be on time to school, present for every class, and have no outstanding fines in order to participate in any school event.

If you have more than six lates or unexcused absences in MP3, according to Scholarchip or Skyward, from 1/29/2024 to 3/1/2024, you may not be permitted to attend the Sophomore Dance on 3/8/2024.  

If this school privilege is revoked by SV Administration, you may not receive a refund for your ticket already purchased and your guest may not attend either. No bags/backpacks are permitted at dances.  Small purses will be subject to search prior to entry.

Tickets can be purchased here. https://forms.gle/7STcavxBtNt62oqU8

The PBIS Store continues to be open every Wednesday during all lunch periods. Be sure to keep earning and redeeming your Sun Dollars for prizes!!

Support the Class of 2026 at MOD Pizza in Glen Mills.

The Class of 2026 is selling Phillies Tickets to the April 20, 2024 game. Purchase your tickets through the link provided and a portion of the sales will go to our class. Deadline to Purchase Tickets is February 20^th.

https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Class-of-2026-Phillies-Trip--April-20-20/ScB97bv

The Delaware County Technical School application is open for interested students to apply for the 2024-25 school year. Applications are due by February 29, 2024. Click here to access important information and the DCTS application link.

MHS Peer tutoring continues in the MIC after school- please check the updates on Schoology for availability.

If you have any questions, you can reach out to Mrs. Caputo in B53.

 Science tutoring will be held after school from 2:20-2:55. Please see Mrs. Wiest or Ms. Phelps with any questions. 

Green Careers Exploration Day at Longwood - Registration Now Open - Wednesday, March 6, 2024: 9 am–12 pm 

Free for registered high school students (grades 9–12) and one accompanying adult. Registration closes February 23 or when all spaces are filled. This program provides high school students the opportunity to explore the breadth of careers found within a public garden firsthand—and work towards fulfilling their career-shadowing graduation requirements—with our Green Careers Exploration Day, designed for students in grades 9–12 and free for registered students and one accompanying adult. Accompanying adults may explore the Gardens on their own and meet their students after the program concludes.

Spots are limited. Registration is required and available on a first-come, first served basis. Each student will need to complete an individual registration form with their parent/guardian. 

FREE AND REDUCED LUNCH INFORMATION

As we are preparing for the beginning of the school year, please see the attached copy of the 2023-2024 paper application for free and reduced lunches along with the instructions from USDA. The purpose of this information is to provide parents/guardians access to the necessary forms.

Instructions for free and reduced lunches

Free and reduced lunch application

MS. LARCK-FIORILLI

This week, Mrs. Koehler has chosen Ms. Larck-Fiorilli as staff member of the week. Miss L is dedicated to her students and her profession. She goes above and beyond to make the curriculum engaging and accessible to all our students; yet, she never flinches when I ask to change something, even when it is right smack in the middle of a lesson. Everyone who enters her room is welcomed by her bright warm smile. Congratulations, Miss L!

SAMANTHA BARON

Mr. Kingan has selected Sam as student of the week. Sam is an incredibly intelligent and hard-working student who makes valuable contributions to every class activity and discussion. More than that, she is also friendly, outgoing, funny, and just overall a delight to have in class. I consider myself very fortunate to have had the opportunity to have Sam as a student this year

AVA MCKNIGHT

Mr. Kingan has selected Ava as student of the week. I had the pleasure of teaching Ava in world history last year, and she was one of my hardest working and most engaged students, as well as one of the funniest I've ever had (even if I ended up on the receiving end of some of her roasts). I know she has continued to work hard and excel into her junior year as well, both in school and extra curriculars, and I am incredibly proud of the effort and diligence that she puts into everything she does.

LUCY ESPOSITO

Ms. Josephson has selected Lucy Esposito for student of the week. Lucy was a wonderful student in my first semester Health and Wellness class. She always walked into class greeting me with a "good morning" and always left saying a "have a nice day.” Lucy always showed respect and responsibility during class time. She was very conscientious with her work and always participated in our class discussions. You can tell Lucy values her time at Sun Valley and is making the most of her high school experience.

KAIDEN ROBISNON

Ms. Josephson has also chosen Kaiden Robinson as student of the week. Kaiden was an exceptional leader and athlete in my first semester Team Sports class. Regardless of the activity, he always gave 110% effort. He was able to bring out the best in his teammates and motivate them as only a true leader and captain could. Kaiden is respectful and a joy to work with and be around. He has so much to offer his peers, teammates and the community.

ADDYSON GARRITY

Ms. Schneider has chosen Addyson Garrity as student of the week. Addyson always shows up to Survey of Literature with a smile and friendly conversation! She goes above and beyond on her assignments and contributes thoughtfully to class discussions.

ARABELLE PEARSON

Ms. Schneider has chosen Arabelle Pearson as student of the week. In addition to being a dedicated student, Arabelle is always happy to support her classmates. She goes out of her way help others and is a delight to have in class.

ATTENTION STUDENTS:

Penn-Delco provides a late bus for students who stay after school everyday, Monday through Thursday. Students should be in the lobby by 3:40 p.m. Please check with the driver to make sure you board the appropriate bus. Please note that there is NO late bus on Fridays.

ATTENTION SENIORS



Do not forget to bring your college acceptance letters to the Counseling Office so we can recognize you for your achievements.

Summer Learning Opportunities Available

Check out information in the “College and Career Planning” Course in Schoology. There is a folder (titled “Summer Learning Opportunities”) where Summer College Courses/Camps are published from the counseling office. Keep an eye on the file if you are thinking of taking some college level courses this summer! Some amazing opportunities exist.

Upcoming College Visits

Attention Seniors/Juniors: You must pre-register on Naviance in order to attend any college visits. Registration closes eight (8) hours prior to each visit.

ATTENTION Class of 2025 and Parents/Guardians

The Sun Valley School Counselors are holding a Junior Planning Night Webinar for the Class of 2025 students and parents on February 20^th from 6:30 – 7:30 pm. The presentation will cover a thorough overview of the post-secondary planning process for Juniors. Please see the attached flyer that includes the webinar link or the link is provided below.  If you are unable to attend, a recording of the presentation will be emailed to families the next day and posted to the Sun Valley Counseling website.

Junior Planning Night Flyer 2024.pdf

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82340465300?pwd=SEZCMC9vU1JkMFM3RENWR1J5V0V3UT09

Ultimate Frisbee has started! Check the schedule found in the lobby or using the following link: 

Ultimate Frisbee Schedule

Attention Spring Athletes:

All PIAA Physical packets and Section 7 Re-certification forms to participate in a spring sport are due to the Athletic Office by Friday, February 23rd. You can print the PIAA Physical or Re-certification form from the Sun Valley – Athletic website under FORMS or pick up a copy from the Athletic Office.

Attention: Any student interested in participating in Track & Field this spring, please plan on attending a mandatory meeting on Tuesday, February 27th, at 2:15 in the SV cafeteria. The meeting should only last about 30 minutes.

Please click the link below for the most up-to-date schedule for

Sun Valley Sports.

Sun Valley Athletics Schedule

02/19/24 - District Holiday - Schools and Offices Closed

03/08/24 - Sophomore Dance

03/14 to 03/16 - SVHS Musical

03/25/24 to 04/01/24 - Spring Break