Message from Principal Roskos

Week of 09/25/23 to 09/29/23

It's Homecoming Week!!!

We hope everyone is excited to share in valley pride this week!

Our spirit day themes are listed below. We will cap off the week with a homecoming pep rally Friday! Remember Friday is a half day 10:15am early dismissal.

Please plan on joining us for Friday's Homecoming parade and football game!

Saturday we cap off our celebrations with the Homecoming Dance at SVHS from 6pm-9pm.

Thank you for all you do to support our students as we prepare them for life! If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to reach out!

There is a ton of information below about SVHS clubs and activities. Please check it all out!

Thank you,

Principal, John Paul Roskos

Here's a quick look at the week ahead: 09/18 - 09/22

Monday, September 25th - Day 3 (Odd)
Tuesday, September 26th - Day 4 (Even)
Wednesday, September 27th - Day 5 (Odd)
Thursday, September 28th - Day 6 (Even)
Friday, September 29th - Day 1 (Odd) - 10:15 a.m. dismissal

ANNOUNCEMENTS

HOMECOMING SPIRIT WEEK IS HERE!

Monday: Jersey Day

Tuesday: Twin Tuesday

Wednesday: Monochrome Wednesday

Thursday: Barbie vs Oppenhiemer

Friday: Homecoming Shirts

ATTENTION JUNIORS AND SENIORS

If you are interested in joining Science National Honors Society, please fill out this application by October 2nd.

https://forms.gle/fosJBPPMjYMK4wj38

National English Honors Society (NEHS) applications are available, starting today, outside of Miss. Mancarella or Miss. Starinieri’s rooms. Applications are DUE NO LATER than Monday, October 9^th. Applications may be submitted in the “drop off” folders outside of B 58 or C 82. Please direct any questions to Miss. Mancarella or Miss. Starinieri.

ATTENTION ALL PARENTS AND GUARDIANS:

If you have not yet filled out and returned the White Emergency card for our nurse, which was sent out in our summer mailing, please do so as soon as possible. This information is critical for our nursing staff to have on hand. If you do not have the card, you or your student may pick one up in the main office. Thank you for your cooperation.

ATTENTION STUDENTS:

Looking for something to do on a Friday night? IceWorks is holding “School Nights” on certain Fridays over the next 2 to 3 months.

Sun Valley's night will be Friday, October 13th, starting at 7:30pm. For the price of $13 (this includes skates), student’s must show their school IDs.

The Sun Valley PTL is having their annual Craft Fair on Saturday, October 21st at Sun Valley in the gym. Please come out and support this wonderful organization.

CLASS RING SALES!

Attention Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors, class ring orders will be accepted and measurements taken on Tuesday, September 26th during all school lunches in the Cafeteria. You may also submit your order at www.sscrings.com anytime before then.

Representatives from Student Services Company will be here to answer questions and to assist you with your order. All class rings ordered on or by September 26th will be delivered this December before Winter Break.

All ordering materials are available on the website. If you would prefer a "hard" packet, you can pick one up in the main office.

Email: rings@studentservicesco.com

Student Services class ring order form

Do you like to eat Chick-Fil-A? Do you like to help out others in your community? Are you looking for another club to put on your resume? If so, join the Chick-fil-A Leader Academy this school year. Pick up a form inside the office for more information. Our kick-off event will be Tuesday, September 26^th, at 2:20.

The Math Honor Society will have a brief meeting on Tuesday, September 26^th after school in the MIC. All current members should plan on attending. If anyone is interested in applying for MHS this year, applications will be released in October for a 2 week window - be sure to check for postings in Schoology with updates. If there are any questions, please see Mrs. Caputo in B53. Thank you!

FREE EYE SCREENING

ATTENTION PARENTS/GUARDIANS: If you are interested in free eye screening for your child, pleas click the link below for additional information.

Vision Screening

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

REGISTER FOR THE HEALTHY HERO FLU CLINIC

Our Penn-Delco annual flu clinic will be held on Thursday, October 26 and is open to all students in Penn-Delco. Go to pdsd.org/flu23 to get all the information you need. Register by October 20 and help us reduce the flu in our community. This is an optional program.

Penn-Delco is once again offering optional insurance coverage for accidental damage, loss, or theft of school issued Chromebooks in the middle and high school. If you are interested in purchasing insurance for $23 for the entire school year through September 24, 2024, please go to our technology insurance information page of the pdsd.org website and purchase before October 30, 2023.

CLUBS, COMMITTEES & CLASS MEETINGS

D & D CLUB

The D&D Club will meet on Mondays and Thursdays after school in room C73.

THE CAPPIES

For anyone interested in joining the Cappies Critic team this year, there will be a brief meeting on Thursday, September 26th after school in B-46 with Mr. Macri. This club is for students who want to see shows from high schools around the area for free and receive some feedback on writing reviews. It's a great opportunity for writers and actors alike!

BLACK STUDENT UNION

The Black Student Union will meet on Mondays, after school, in room C86. All are welcome!

GSA

GSA (Gender & Sexualities Alliance/Allies) meets weekly! Talk to Miss Willow (Room A-4) for information about meetings!

ART CLUB/NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY

The Art Club/National Art Honor Society will be meeting on Wednesdays, at 2:15 in A-4.

NEWSPAPER CLUB

Newspaper Club will every Monday, after school, and room B-44.

YEARBOOK CLUB!

The Yearbook Club will be meeting Tuesday 09/26 and Thursday 09/28 after school in room B259. You can also join the Schoology group to stay informed.

Use the code B4F8-8V3N-DSPP4.

FCCLA CLUB

FCCLA (Family, Career & Community Leaders of America) will meet on Wednesday, 09/27 at 2:20 p.m. in room A-2. If you are planning on joining FCCLA please bring your $20.00 to the meeting.

SUN VALLEY CHESS CLUB

The Chess Club meets Wednesdays after school in room B-245. All skill levels invited. Join our Remind group by texting: @rooknroll to: 81-010. (Click here for the Top Ten Benefits of Chess)

STUDENT SENATE

Student Senate will meet on Thursday, 09/28, to finalize details for the festivities for homecoming. Please report at 2:20 P.M. in Room A-2

ANIMATION CLUB

The "old school animation club" will meet on Wednesdays, after school at 2:20 p.m. in room D99 with Mr. Breiling. Come on out and join the fun!

GAMING CLUB

Attention Gamers: If you are looking for something fun to do after school, like to game, and want to meet new friends, come to Mr. DiProspero's room, C88, on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 2:15 until 3:15 and test your skills.

ATTENTION STUDENTS:

Please note that Penn-Delco provides a late bus everyday Monday through Thursdays only. Students should be in the lobby before 3:45 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.

COUNSELING NEWS!!!

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery Test (ASVAB)

The ASVAB test will be administered at Sun Valley on Thursday, September 28th , for juniors and seniors. Any seniors who don’t have an ACT 158 pathway yet are highly encouraged to sign up for this exam. Juniors and seniors interested in a career in the military should also sign up to take this exam. The Google form sign up can be located in the Class of 2024 and Class of 2025 Schoology groups. Sign ups will close on Monday, September 25th

ATTENTION STUDENTS: Mark your calendars - Penn State Brandywine is hosting the PACAC College Fair on Thursday, September 28^th, from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. The pre-registration link is available in Schoology.

Attention Class of 2025 Students and Families

Welcome to Junior Year! The Counseling office is reaching out to inform students and families about upcoming programming and events pertaining to Juniors. Please use the link below to read through this information thoroughly.

Junior Class Counseling Info

Attention Class of 2024 Students and Families

Dear Class of 2024 Students and Families,

Can you believe Senior year has arrived?! The Counseling office is reaching out to inform students and families about upcoming programming and events pertaining to Seniors. Please click on the link below to read through this valuable information.

Senior Class Counseling Info