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Greetings Sun Valley Community,
We are inching closer to the end of marking period 3. This is an
important time to work to your fullest potential! Set yourself up for a great 4th quarter!
This week is our science night, we hope you can join us! More info is
immediately below!
We have our blood drive this week. For those participating please ensure you follow all directions on preparation for participation.
Check out our PBIS shout out links below and give your favorite SVHS staff member some recognition!
Now that we are on the brink of spring there is a lot of happenings
around Sun Valley. Please stay informed of all the activities in many of
the informational boxes below!
Have a great week!
John Paul Roskos
Principal
Here's a quick look at the week ahead: 3/9/26 - 3/13/26
- Monday, March 9th Day 5
- Tuesday, March 10th - Day 6
- Wednesday, March 11th - Day 1
- Thursday, March 12th - Day 2
- Friday, March 13th - Day 3
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Mock Crash Assembly
On Wednesday April 8th, juniors and seniors will be participating in the Mock Crash Assembly. This will take place both outside and in the auditorium. You may see a number of police officers, firefighters, and other emergency personnel at Sun Valley, but there is no emergency. If you have any questions or concerns about the mock crash, please see your School Counselor.
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Junior Prom Information
Please see the important messages below regarding Junior Prom!
Students wishing to attend prom must be academically eligible (not failing 2 or more courses), have good school attendance, and a clean discipline record as determined by Sun Valley Administration. The final eligibility report will be run on April 10Th. Academic eligibility will be based on final grades for marking period 3. Tickets will not be refunded if students become ineligible. The privilege to attend prom may be taken away by administration based on discipline and discipline resolutions and there can be no refunds. In addition, there will be no transfer of ticket(s) from one student to another or from one guest to another.
All students, regardless of grade attending junior prom will attend an assembly during 4Th period on April 17, 2026Th. Students wishing to leave early must have parental permission sent in by April 16, 2026 at 2:00 pm by emailing jmoletteri@pdsd.org or submitting it on Safe Arrival. Early dismissal will be at 11:00. No students will be permitted to attend the prom if they are dismissed prior to 11:00. Only students who have submitted an approved early dismissal will be permitted to leave at 11:00. Students will scan their ID when exiting school.
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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
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Hello Sun Valley Families,
Thanks so much for your interest in our Ireland and the UK tour for Summer 2028! I wanted to follow up with a quick reminder that the early enrollment discount of $200 is still available—but only until midnight on Friday, March 13, 2026. Enrolling now also means lower monthly payments and priority access to one of our limited spots.
Here's the enrollment link: www.eftours.com/2938602TC
We only have 15 spots total, and several are already spoken for!
As a quick refresher, here are just a few highlights your student will experience on this incredible journey:
• 🏛️ Northern Ireland History: Tour Belfast and Derry, seeing historic murals and learning about the region's complex cultural heritage.
• 🏰 Scottish Splendor: Explore Edinburgh Castle and enjoy lunch in Scotland's beautiful capital city.
• 👑 London Landmarks: See Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, St. Paul's Cathedral, and the Houses of Parliament.
• 🚂 Cross-Country Adventure: Travel by ferry from Ireland to Scotland and by train from Edinburgh to London.
If you'd prefer to enroll by phone, EF's Traveler Support Team is happy to help at 800-665-5364. You can also reach out to them at www.eftours.com/contact-us via online chat! They are available M-F from 9am-7pm.
Let me know if you have any questions—I'm here to help every step of the way!
Warmly,
Ms. DiPietro
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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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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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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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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 14th 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.
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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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Senior Scholarship Opportunities
The Senior Scholarship Application is currently available for all current Sun Valley High School Seniors to complete. Sun Valley is fortunate to have a very supportive community. There are many organizations and private families in our area that make scholarships available to our seniors. The criteria for each award varies. Completing the application allows the scholarship committee to nominate students who best fit the specific criteria for each award. Seniors interested in being considered for community scholarships and awards should complete the application.
The application will be available until 11:59pm on Sunday, March 8.
Award recipients will be notified via mail with an invitation to the Senior Awards Banquet, which is currently scheduled for Thursday, June 4 at 5:00PM.
Please use the link posted in Schoology to complete the application before the end of the day on Sunday, March 8th. This is a hard deadline and extensions cannot be granted.
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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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Commonwealth University
Monday, March 9th
at 9:30am
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Williamson College of the Trades
Wednesday, March 11th
at 9:30am
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Marywood University
Tuesday, March 24th
at 9:30am
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United States Army
Wednesday, March 25th
all lunches
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United States Army
Wednesday, April 16th
all lunches
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Ms. Mancarella
Mrs. Caputo's pick for staff member of the week is: Ms. Mancarella
She writes, I would like to nominate Olivia Mancarella for staff member of the week. She is very KIND, hard working, supportive, and thoughtful! I am lucky to call her my work neighbor & friend. I admire how Ms. Mancarella drives her instruction through engaging and meaningful lessons, putting extra effort into each day to make sure her students are successful. Her passion for teaching and learning SHINES daily here at Sun Valley, and I thank you for all that you do for all of us!
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Charlotte Falcone
Selected by: Mr. Bell
Working as a group of 3 in weight training, Charlie, Gray and Jack are off to a great start in class. They work well together and hold each other accountable in class. It is refreshing to have students come into a new class and try new things with an open mind and great attitude!
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Grayson Gill
Selected by: Mr. Bell
Working as a group of 3 in weight training, Charlie, Gray and Jack are off to a great start in class. They work well together and hold each other accountable in class. It is refreshing to have students come into a new class and try new things with an open mind and great attitude!
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Jack Saunders
Selected by: Mr. Bell
Working as a group of 3 in weight training, Charlie, Gray and Jack are off to a great start in class. They work well together and hold each other accountable in class. It is refreshing to have students come into a new class and try new things with an open mind and great attitude!
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Mustafa Altuntas
Selected by: Mrs. Traugh
Mustafa is new to Sun Valley and already is a great addition. He is in my homeroom and happily participates in our discussions even though he doesn't know everybody. I'm also really proud of the students he has met, as it is a testament to how kind & inviting our SV students can be! I'm glad Mustafa gets to share his kindness with the sun valley community.
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Tom Deady
Selected by: Mrs. Traugh
Tom came back to SV this year after attending another HS for two years and I'm so glad he did. He has made such an positive impression on the Sun Valley community. He embodies the 3 R's, is inclusive of all SV students, and extremely purposeful in his actions.
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Oliver West
Selected by: Mr. Plummer
Oliver always comes to Ceramics class upbeat and ready to work. They are consistently on task demonstrating strong effort and creativity each day. Oliver's work is among the best this year and they are a pleasure to have in class.
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Asher Williams
Selected by: Mr. Plummer
It has been a pleasure to watch Asher continue to grow as an artist and person. They are engaged in their work from bell to bell, always give their best effort, and go above and beyond project requirements. Asher is also great to see outside the classroom always greeting me in the hallways with a kind word.
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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.
Ticket will be $75 per person
Guest forms for the senior prom are available today in the main office and from Mrs. Grady. Guest forms are due back no later than March 27th, and should be handed in to Mr. Moletteri in the main office, and must include a picture of the guest’s photo ID. No guest form will be reviewed without a photo id.
Tickets to the Senior Prom will be sold from March 23rd- April 7th on School Pay. Ticket sales will end at the conclusion of the school day on the 7th.
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.
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Junior Prom Information
Juniors wishing to attend prom must be academically eligible (not failing 2 or more courses), have good school attendance, and a clean discipline record as determined by Sun Valley Administration. The final eligibility report will be run on April 10th. Academic eligibility will be based on final grades for marking period 3. Tickets will not be refunded if students become ineligible. The privilege to attend prom may be taken away by administration based on discipline and discipline resolutions and there can be no refunds. In addition, there will be no transfer of ticket(s) from one student to another or from one guest to another.
Early Dismissal: All students, regardless of grade attending junior prom will attend an assembly during 4th period on April 17, 2026th. Students wishing to leave early must have parental permission sent in by April 16, 2026 at 2:00 pm by emailing jmoletteri@pdsd.org or submitting it on Safe Arrival. Early dismissal will be at 11:00. No students will be permitted to attend the prom if they are dismissed prior to 11:00.
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JUNIOR PROM TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
When: April 17, 2026/ 6-10 pm
Where: The Drexelbrook
Ticket Price: $95 (All purchases must be made through the provided SchoolPay link:
https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Junior-Prom-Tickets--Class-of-2027/SbKRJMi )
Sales window CLOSES on March 23rd! If you plan on bringing a guest who is not a Sun Valley student, a guest form must be filled out and turned in by March 23rd as well. Guest forms can be picked up in the office and should be returned to Miss Larck-Fiorilli or Mrs. Mckoskey by the deadline.
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CLASS OF 2027 FREDDY'S FUNDRAISER
The Class of 2027 is hosting a fundraising night at Freddy's in Brookhaven on March 11th from 4-8 pm. The current junior class will receive 15% of fundraiser sales. You can participate by ordering digitally or at the physical Freddy's restaurant. To participate digitally, order on the Freddy's mobile app or website using the code GIVEBACK. To participate at the restaurant, tell the cashier of your participation (before payment) or show the fundraiser flyer below to the cashier (before payment
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CLASS OF 2027 CHIPOTLE FUNDRAISER
The Class of 2027 is hosting a fundraising night at Chipotle in Media (Baltimore Pike) on March 18th from 4-8 pm. The current junior class will receive 25% of fundraiser sales. You can participate by ordering digitally or at the physical Chipotle restaurant. To participate digitally, use the code 7GVQVFJ. To participate at the restaurant, verbally tell the cashier that you would like to participation, show a physical fundraiser flyer, or show a digital flyer on a smartphone or other mobile device.
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Field Trip to Six Flags
When: Saturday, April 25th
Cost: $50 per ticket
Payable: via SchooPy, the link is posted to the students Schoology page
Sales: tickets sales are 3/16 - 3/28. This is a HARD Deadline
Class of 2028 will also be hosting a Chipotle Fundraiser on 3/28!
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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 due earlier in the school year; no additional payment 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.
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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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Come out and enjoy a fun day of lacrosse with the Sun Valley Girls Lacrosse team!!
The Sun Valley players will work in stations with the participants and will be led by their Head Coach, with other coaches:
🌟🌟 Coach Amicone, Head Coach who led the Lady Vanguards to the playoffs last season!!
🌟🌟 NMS Coaches Sterling and McClure!
🌟🌟 Coach Elia, GM and 2028 Head Coach for the 2028 Girls lacrosse team at HEADstrong!
Pretzel and drink will be provided with your $15 minimum donation. We appreciate your support 🥍🥍
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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 meets every Wednesday in D-94. We're currently reading and exploring the book of Ephesians. All are welcome and no Bible is needed to attend. We love to welcome new attendees!
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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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FCCLA
FCCLA is collecting pet supplies for the local shelters. There is a box in the lobby for supplies or drop them off to A-2.
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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.
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 posting their peer tutoring hours for March - click HERE to view each week's schedule.
We are also working on possible study groups for courses -look for updates or messages posted in Schoology!
On Friday, March 13th, MHS is hosting Pi Day in the MIC for teachers/classes that have signed up to attend. Also a reminder for seniors to submit their graduation cord payment by March 16th. Thank you!
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Caputo
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NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY
National English Honors Society (NEHS) will be required to help at this years' Sun Valley Poetry Day in April. There will be a MANDATORY meeting for all NEHS members on Monday, March 16th at 2:15 in the MIC. Please plan on attending.
Please direct any questions to Ms. Mancarella or Ms. Starinieri.
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NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
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
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
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.
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STUDENT SENATE
Student will be hosting a clothing drive from February 16 - March 16. Drop off locations will be in the main lobby and A-2.
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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