Message from Principal Roskos | |
Week of 09/18/23 to 09/22/23 | |
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Our first full week is complete!
This past week we held our first official lockdown and fire drill. We thank everyone for taking all safety drills seriously with respect to the details.
Friday we began our first automatic email notifications to families for students who had below a 70 on their overall grade in a class.
Eligibility for the homecoming dance will be ran this Friday. Please note their is much more information below about homecoming eligibility.
There are a ton of things happening around Sun Valley. Please read all the information throughout the remainder of the newsletter.
Hopefully you can join us this Wednesday at 5:30 via zoom for our PTL meeting and Thursday in person for Back to School night from 6:00pm-8:00pm. We will be sending home a copy of your students schedule for Thursday night for you to follow.
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!
Thank you,
Principal, John Paul Roskos
Here's a quick look at the week ahead: 09/18 - 09/22
- Monday, September 18th - Day 4 (Even)
- Tuesday, September 19th - Day 5 (Odd)
- Wednesday, September 20th - Day 6 (Even)
- Thursday, September 21st - Day 1 (Odd)
- Friday, September 22nd - Day 2 (Even)
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If you are interested in joining the National English Honors Society (NEHS), please plan to attend a general meeting Monday, September 18th, at 2:15 in C-82 (Miss. Starinieri’s room). You MUST be in grades 10th through 12th to apply. | |
HOMECOMING 2023!
Homecoming tickets will be sold during lunch periods between September 19th-21st. They are $15 per ticket. Payment can be made via cash or check made payable to the Class of 2024. All SVHS students must present their student ID to purchase a ticket and to gain entry at the actual dance. Students wishing to attend the Homecoming Dance must be academically eligible (failing no more than one course according to the eligibility report ran Friday, 9/22/2023), have good school attendance, and a clean discipline record as determined by Sun Valley Administration. If you have been late to school 7 or more times between 9/8 and 9/29, you will not be allowed to attend the homecoming dance.
All outside dates must complete the guest form and submit a photocopy of their ID at the time of ticket purchase. Forms are available in the main office and outside of room C83. Outside dates must arrive with the SVHS student and show their valid ID at the entrance of the dance.
No refunds or ticket transfers will be issued for any reason. All purses and bags will be searched at the door.
Please reach out to Ms. Lansberry or Mrs. Koehler with any questions!
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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.
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Attention all parents/guardians:
The first Sun Valley PTL Virtual Meeting will be on 09/20 at 5:30 p.m. (utilize link below the night of the meeting)
https://zoom.us/j/3833057613?pwd=Y2tMY3lHSG0zcWZ1WDBtWGE2OURpUT09
PTL Dues are $10 per family this year. If you wanted to Venmo, please see the link below for more information. If you would like to send in cash with the form you received in the mail once school starts, feel free.
Thank you, SVHS PTL
PTL Information
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SVHS BACK-TO-SCHOOL-NIGHT
ATTENTION PARENTS/GUARDIANS: Sun Valley will be hosting back-to-school night on Thursday, September 21st beginning at 6:00 p.m. Please plan on joining us to get a chance to see our school and meet our fabulous teachers.
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Sun Valley students are getting ready to order their official Sun Valley High School Class Rings. A time-honored tradition, your student will wear their custom class ring with pride for years to come! The program is introduced to the sophomore class, but juniors and seniors are invited to participate as well if they haven't already.
Please take a moment to view this short class ring presentation: here
You can view our digital class ring brochure here, and attached is the class ring order form and price list for download as well.
You can submit your student's class ring order by going to sscrings.com and following the steps.
The deadline for all orders is September 26th!
You can upload the completed class ring order form online, or have them hand in the order to the representatives during lunches on September 26th!
All rings ordered by the deadline will be delivered in school before Winter Break this December, giving your child an optimal amount of time to wear his/her ring while still in high school and making this purchase a great holiday gift idea! If you have any questions, our professional staff is ready to help!
Phone: 610-539-1330
Email: rings@studentservicesco.com
Student Services class ring order form
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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 26th, at 2:20. | |
The Math Honor Society will have a brief meeting on Tuesday, September 26th 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! | |
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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
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FREE AND REDUCED LUNCH INFORMATION | |
REGISTER FOR THE HEALTHY HERO FLU CLINIC | |
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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 first meeting of the D&D Club this coming Monday after school in room C73.
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BLACK STUDENT UNION
Our first Black Student Union meeting of the year will take place in room C86 on Monday 9/18 after school. All are welcome! 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.
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GSA
GSA’s first official meeting will be Tuesday, September 19th, at 2:15 in room A-4.
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ART CLUB/NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY
The Art Club/National Art Honor Society will be meeting Wednesday, September 20th, at 2:15 in A-4.
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NEWSPAPER CLUB
Newspaper Club will every Monday, after school, and room B-44.
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YEARBOOK CLUB!
The Yearbook Club will be meeting Tuesday 09/19 and Wednesday 09/20 after school in room B259. You can also join the Schoology group to stay informed.
Use the code B4F8-8V3N-DSPP4.
Any questions, please see Ms. Bondanza.
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FCCLA CLUB
FCCLA (Family, Career & Community Leaders of America) will meet on Wednesdays at 2:20 p.m. in room A-2
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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)
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STUDENT SENATE
Student Senate will meet on Thursdays at 2:20 P.M.
in Room A-2
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ANIMATION CLUB
The "old school animation club" will kickoff this year with our first meeting on Wednesday, September 13th after school at 2:20 p.m. in room D99 with Mr. Breiling. Come on out and join the fun!
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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.
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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.
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SVHS STUDENT PHOTO CORNER | |
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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
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ATTENTION STUDENTS: Mark your calendars - Penn State Brandywine is hosting the PACAC College Fair on Thursday, September 28th, from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. The pre-registration link is available in Schoology. | |
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Upcoming College Visits
Attention Seniors/Juniors: You must pre-register on Naviance in order to attend any college visits. Registration closes 8 hours prior to each visits
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ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE
Monday, September 18, 2023
at 9:30 a.m.
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KING'S COLLEGE
Monday, September 18, 2023
at 11:00 a.m.
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ROWAN UNIVERSITY
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
at 8:00 a.m.
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MONTCLAIR STATE UNIVERSITY
Tuesday, September 19th
at 10:30 a.m.
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UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE
Wednesday, September 20th
at 8:30 a.m.
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URSINUS COLLEGE
Wednesday, September 20th
at 9:30 a.m.
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COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY
Thursday, September 21st
at 9:30 a.m.
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LEHIGH UNIVERSITY
Friday, September 22nd
at 10:00 a.m.
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The Marching Band travels to Spring-Ford High School this Saturday, September 16th for their first competition of the year. Good luck to the Marching Vanguards as they begin their competitive season!
Please click the link below for the most up-to-date schedule for
Sun Valley Sports.
Sun Valley Athletics Schedule
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IMPORTANT DATES/UPCOMING EVENTS! | |
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09/29/23 - Half-Day 10:15 dismissal
09/29/23 - Homecoming parade and football game
09/30/23 - Homecoming Dance
10/11/23 - PSAT Testing
10/18/23 - SVHS PTL Meeting
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