On behalf of the School Community of Sun Valley High School we would like to express our support for all those who grieve due to the horrific events occurring in Israel. While global conflict is not new, it is disheartening anytime to see such tragedies. Many of us in some way are connected to the communities that are impacted by this and we stand with you in support of the hope of peace. Please know the administration, the counseling team, teachers and staff are here to support our students if they have any questions, concerns or thoughts they need to express in this difficult matter. While it is difficult to grapple with the realities of these tragedies, current events remain at the forefront of why our educational days are so important. Being able to synthesize historical knowledge with the analytic examination of current events is an important life skill for us all to strengthen to grow our wisdom.

Schedule notes for this week: Monday is a Phillies Spirit Day, wear your gear! Friday is a 10:15am early dismissal for school district professional development and Pink out Day for Breast Cancer Awareness.

Please note all guests/visitors must have an ID to enter the school and only important school business should be handled via the school office during school hours. Additionally, non students of SVHS are not permitted to loiter on school property.

Finally, please ensure you scroll through this entire newsletter as there is so much information on the happenings around SVHS! We continue to thank you for your continued support making SVHS a great place to be!

Thank you,

Principal, John Paul Roskos

Here's a quick look at the week ahead: 10/16 - 10/20

• Monday, October 16th - Day 6 (Even)
• Tuesday, October 17th - Day 1 (Odd)
• Wednesday, October 18th - Day 2 (Even)
• Thursday, October 19th - Day 3 (Odd)
• Friday, October 20th - Day 4 (Even) 10:15 a.m. dismissal

ATTENTION ALL DCTS STUDENTS!

DCTS Students will not report to DCTS on Wednesday, Oct. 18 (DCTS Professional Development Day) and Friday, Oct. 20^th (SV early dismissal). Transportation will be provided at 11:10 am on Wednesday to take students home. On Friday, students should take their regular bus home at our 10:15 am dismissal. 

ATTENTION SENIORS:

All seniors and their families should have received information regarding ordering your cap and gown. The cost of your cap, gown and tassel will be covered by the senior class, but you need to register for it ASAP. The deadline to order is Wednesday, October 25^th.  You can do so online simply by visiting www.sscgradstore.com.  You may also order your official graduation apparel, keepsakes, or graduation ring at the same time.  For additional information or further questions, please contact Student Services Company at 610-539-1330 or email gowns@studentservicesco.com.

This Thursday, October 19th, Barksdale Studios will be here to take pictures of any student that missed the September date. Also, any families that would like to have retakes that day, just bring the original photo package you had done and turn it in to the photographers that and have your picture taken again. Even if you are not purchasing photos, we encourage all students to have their photo taken yearly.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the Delaware County Healthcare Trust encourages school districts to sponsor a PINK day for their employees to encourage everyone to raise awareness for getting regular checkups and monitoring for cancer. In the United States, over 300,000 people will be diagnosed with some form of breast cancer while 43,000 will lose their battle. One in eight women will be diagnosed in their lifetime. And men can be affected too.

Sun Valley has chosen Friday, October 20 for our PINK Day. We are encouraging everyone to wear PINK to raise awareness and support this campaign.

FRESHMAN ACADEMY FIELD TRIP

The Freshman Academy is planning a field trip to see A Christmas Carol in Philadelphia at the Walnut Street Theater.  The show is December 8th, but payment will be due October 27th. Stay tuned for additional information and permission slips.

ATTENTION STUDENTS

Being on time for school is being in your first period classroom when the bell rings at 7:30. Once the bell rings, anyone who is not in the classroom may be marked late by their teacher.  If you swipe your ID in at the front door at 7:29 or before, and walk in to the classroom after the bell, you are still late to class and may be marked as late. 

Once the 7:30 bell rings, if you have not swiped your ID, you are late, and will receive a printed late slip from Scholarchip. (This is the same procedure as has been done in the past, only the passes come from the computer and not the office staff.)

We will begin to meet with students who have been late seven (7) or more times to review attendance. Students who are habitually late will begin to receive consequences. 

The Chick-Fil-A Leadership Academy will be meeting on October 17^th at 2:20 in room B247. 

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

MHS applications for new members are now due. We will have our monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 24^th at 2:20 in the MIC, everyone should plan to attend!  

Peer tutoring continues in the MIC after school, please see the updated calendar posted in Schoology. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Mrs. Caputo in B53.  

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

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.

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.

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

Interested in a career in the hospitality industry? Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association (prla.org), would like to invite students to their ‘Hospitality Boot Camp” being held at the Drexelbrook Conference Center on Wednesday November 1st from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  This is first time this career event is being held locally and there is no cost to the students to attend. See below for information and registration process.

Hospitality Boot Camp Info

Hospitality Boot Camp Agenda

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

Attention any boy or girl interested in wrestling this school year. Plan on attending a mandatory meeting next Tuesday, October 17^th, right after school in the cafeteria.

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Attention any student interested in joining the Swim & Dive team this winter, there will be an informational meeting for returning and new athletes on Wednesday, October 18th, at 2:15 in the cafeteria.

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Attention Winter Athletes: All PIAA Physicals and Section 7 Re-certification forms are due to the Athletic Office by Friday, November 3^rd.  PIAA packets and Section 7 forms can be printed from the Sun Valley – Athletic website under FORMS or picked up from the Athletic Office.

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

Sun Valley Sports.

Sun Valley Athletics Schedule

10/19/23 - Picture Retakes and Make-ups

10/20/23 - Early dismissal 10:15 a.m. - Half-day In-service

10/21/23 - SVHS PTL Annual Craft Fair - 9:00 to 3:00

10/26/23 - Sun Valley Cabaret @ 7:00 p.m.

10/28/23 - ACT Exams

11/04/23 - SAT Exams