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Week of 11/11/24-11/15/24 | |
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Hello Sun Valley Families!
We would like to thank all those who have served our country! Thank you for your service!
This week begins marking period 2!
Marking period 1 ended this past Friday. Report cards for marking period
1 will be posted this Friday November 15th.
Wednesday November the 13th is World Kindness Day. We
ask all our stakeholders to go out of their way to do something kind for
someone tomorrow. From a simple uplifting text message to someone
you don't normally message with to sharing a compliment to someone
there are so many ways we can uplift kindness. Let's help our
community smile more :)
This Thursday Sun Valley brings back the Junior Class Roadtrip where all 11th grade students will get an opportunity to visit a post secondary school that aligns to their interests. We are excited for our students to be able to have this opportunity as a group.
Have a great week! Keep up the great work!
John Paul Roskos
Principal
Here's a quick look at the week ahead: 11/11 - 11/15
- Monday, November 11th - Day 5
- Tuesday, November 12th - Day 6
- Wednesday, November 13th - Day 1
- Thursday, November 14th - Day 2
- Friday, November 15th - Day 3
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The HOT Homeroom
The HOT* homeroom was rewarded with donuts and drinks on Friday, November 1st. *HOT stands for Here On Time; this group of students had the fewest number of lates or absences, in any of their classes, in the month of October. This is a group of freshmen with last names beginning with D thru F, taught by Ms. Starinieri and Mr. Hill
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3 Way to Report your Students Attendance | |
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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.
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PTL Dues are $10 per family this year. If you wanted to Venmo, please see the picture for information. If you wanted to send in cash or a check made out to Sun Valley PTL with the form you received in the mail, feel free. Thank you!! | |
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Officer Coyle
Ms. Kennedy's pick for Staff Member of the Week:
She writes, Officer Coyle keeps our school safe for students and staff. His commitment to the community does not go unnoticed. Thank you for your service.
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MYLA LEON
Selected by: Mrs. Gentile
Myla is very hard working and always stays on top of her assignments. She is one of the first to raise her hand and participate in class, and she gives very thoughtful answers. She is a very conscientious student and I always appreciate her effort.
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SKYLAR MCCONE
Selected by: Mrs. Gentile
Skylar is one of the first to volunteer in class and positively contribute to class discussions. She is always attentive and very polite; she goes out of her way to say hi to me and Miss H every morning! Skylar is a hard worker and has great insights into our novel and characters. I appreciate her willingness to share her thoughts and help her classmates!
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ZACH JOSTEN
Selected by: Ms. Turk
Zach does an excellent job in chemistry class. He participates regularly, is helpful to his classmates, and works hard to understand the material. He exemplifies the values of respect, personal responsibility, and kindness. Keep up the great work Zach!
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AVA FURMAN
Ava is rising to the challenge of honors chemistry this year! She works hard to understand the material, doesn't take shortcuts, and always does the right thing. When working with others, I can count on her to ensure everyone in the group is learning and contributing. Keep up the good work Ava!
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ROCCO RADICO
Rocco is thoughtful, hard working, respectful, and participatory in class. He is ready to offer an answer or ask a relevant question. He is prepared for class, each day, and adds to classroom discussions. Recently, while walking home from school, he saw that a house and yard was on fire. Rocco stepped right in, found the home’s hose, and put out the fire, before the fire company arrived, possibly saving the life of the resident, inside. He gave a truly heroic effort.
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MARK FARNSWORTH
Mark has been a positive force, in class, since day one. He is conscientious about his work, participates in class, has a positive attitude, is respectful, and is kind to everyone. He is laser focused on earning distinguished honor roll, for the first time. And, it looks like he is going to achieve his goal.
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CLASS OF 2025 News and Info | |
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IMPORTANT DEADLINES:
CAPS/GOWNS: The cost of the 2025 cap, gown and tassel is $0.00
If you have not completed the order form, please do this now using this link: www.sscgradstore.com.
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SENIOR DUES
Please take a moment to review the below link regarding senior dues.
Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cRZLK3rPD3inq6NT86pll4L0iWsMITrmU04kKeGXIpk/edit
If you wish to pay your dues via school pay. The link is inside the document.
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COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE & AWARD LETTERS
As you start to receive acceptance and scholarship award letters, please remember to bring them to the counseling office to be copied so that you can be recognized and we can track data.
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DIPLOMA NAME SUBMISSION
Class of 2025, please use the link below to submit your name for your Diploma.
Class of 2025 Diploma Order Form
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Disney Trip Info
Seniors attending the Disney trip need to make sure they have the proper identification to travel in May; a valid ID for 18+ is a Real ID or passport. There is a survey that all attendees must complete by November 21st, this will be used to purchase travel tickets so the information must be accurate. The survey link can be found on the Disney Trip 2025 Schoology Group!
Please make sure to keep up with payments through the portal, which are due on the 15th of each month.
The next Disney meeting is scheduled for Tuesday January 28th after school in the cafeteria.
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CLASS OF 2027 News and Info | |
CLASS OF 2028 News and Info | |
CLUBS, COMMITTEES & CLASS MEETINGS | |
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
New NHS members have been selected and will be notified this week.
NHS is working with the Parkside Food Pantry to collect items for this upcoming holiday season. The homeroom with the largest collection will receive a treat!
NHS needs help from the community. We are looking for Sun Valley memorabilia from our alumni to create a display celebrating our history. If any alumni have pictures, letterman jackets, trophies, etc. please consider donating to the project. All items can be dropped off at the main office c/o NHS.
Contact Jennifer Maiale @ jmaiale.pdsd.org with any questions.
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D & D CLUB
The D&D Club meets Mondays and Thursdays after school.
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MATH HONOR SOCIETY
The Math Honor Society will begin Peer Tutoring this month in the MIC after school.
There will be a scheduled calendar with members available posted in Schoology.
Our next meeting will be on Thursday 11/21/24 in the MIC at 2:20.
Please reach out to Mrs. Caputo or Mr. Mal with any questions. Thank you!
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NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY
Thank you to everyone who applied for the National English Honors Society (NEHS), Valley Rumble Chapter!
Please be on the lookout for information about new member admissions and an informational meeting for ALL members. Please ask Ms. Mancarella or Ms. Starinieri for more details.
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SPEECH & DEBATE TEAM
Speech & Debate our 2nd tournament will be November 21st at Rustin High School, please see Ms. Wessel for a field trip form.
Please see Mrs. Wessel or Ms. Phelps if you have any questions.
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BLACK STUDENT UNION
The Black Student Union meets on Mondays after school in C86.
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SCIENCE NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY
Science Tutoring will begin November 6th in the MIC. Tutoring will generally be Monday – Thursday after school from 2:15- 2:55 pm, as long as there is no scheduled meeting in the MIC. Please see Ms. Phelps, Mrs. Wiest, or Mrs. Maiale if you have any questions.
Attention Juniors and Seniors - If you are interested in joining Sun Valley's Science National Honors Society, please fill out the following application:
https://forms.gle/zdpzyDgherbxofxX6
Requirements include a minimum of a B course average in all of your science courses. If you have any questions, please see your science teacher, Ms. Phelps or Mrs. Wiest.
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GSA
Any student interested in GSA, please see Miss Willow in A-4
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ART CLUB/NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY
We are ALWAYS accepting new members and will meet EVERY Wednesday from September thru June in A4 unless otherwise told.
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NEWSPAPER CLUB
The newspaper club runs and operates Sun Valley Social (sunvalleysocial.wordpress.com), a student led news website. The website features student art, photographs, and videos, as well as articles about extra-curriculars, school events, local news, sports, the arts, and other topics of interest to the Penn-Delco community. Sun Valley Social offers an alternative forum for members of the school community to express their thoughts on important issues and share their creativity.
We are always looking for new members interested in writing, editing, photography, or videography. Meetings are held each Monday at 2:20pm in room B44 all are welcome!
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SUN VALLEY STAGE CREW
Please see Mr. Pry or Mr. Bittner if you are interested in going Stage Crew.
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YEARBOOK CLUB
The Yearbook Club will be meeting Monday & Tuesday in Ms. Willow's room and Wednesday & Thursday in Ms. Bondanza's room. All students interested in working on the yearbook should plan to attend one of the sessions so you can get your Yearbook Avenue credentials.
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FCCLA CLUB
FCCLA is collecting canned goods and non perishable items until November 26.
There are boxes in the lobby or they can be brought to A2. All cans/food collected will go to the Pantry in Upland.
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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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STUDENT SENATE
Student Senate will have a meeting on Thursday, November 7, 2024 in the MIC. We will be discussing the Pep Rally and also solidifying the volunteers for the blood drive on November 26, 2024.
Are you interested in student leadership? This is the club for you.
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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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SCIENCE OLYMPIAD TEAM
The Science Olympiad Team will meet on Monday, November 18th in Room D-97.
No experience required – as long as you like something about science, you'll be a great addition to the team!"
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DCTS will be hosting open houses at each of the campuses for interested students.
Folcroft Campus:
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Aston Campus:
Thursday, December 5, 2024
5:30pm - 7:00pm
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FINANCIAL AID & CCS PROFILE INFO
Dear Class of 2025 Students and Parents/Guardians,
Many colleges will require students and parents to complete the FAFSA for evaluating financial aid needs, which is scheduled to open on December 1st. In addition, some colleges will also require the CSS Profile to be completed for finanicial aid purposes. Please review the colleges linked below that do require the CSS Profile and be sure your student is aware of the deadlines to submit the CSS Profile, which is determined by each individual college.
2025-26 Participating Institutions and Programs for the CSS Profile
To complete the CSS Profile, please log into your student's College Board account at www.collegeboard.org to access the CSS Profile application.
Should you have questions or need support, the College Board Support Phone number for assistance: is 844-202-0524 between 9 am - 10 pm Monday - Friday.
In Partnership,
The Sun Valley Counselors
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Upcoming College Visits
Upcoming college visits - Juniors and Seniors – Please sign-up in Naviance. You must pre-register in order to attend scheduled college visits.
Registration closes 8hrs prior to each visit.
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ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
at 10:00am
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VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
at 10:30am
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ALBRIGHT COLLEGE
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
at 10:00am
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UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON
Monday, November 18, 2024
at 8:30am
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MORAVIAN UNIVERSITY
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
at 8:00AM
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US MARINE CORPS
Thursday, November 21, 2024
during all lunches
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IMPORTANT DATES/UPCOMING EVENTS! | | | | |
