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Hello Sun Valley Families!
We hope you are having a great weekend!
Mid Terms are here! Please ensure you have reviewed the schedule for this week below. Be reminded that students are welcome to stay to work directly with teachers or complete work in the MIC. We will be running buses at 12:00, 2:15 and 3:30.
Let's close out this 1st semester with great grades!
Thank you for your support and
Have a great week!
John Paul Roskos
Principal
Here's a quick look at the week ahead: 1/20-1/24
- Monday, January 20th - School Closed
- Tuesday, January 21st - Day 3, 10:35am dismissal
- Wednesday, January 22nd - Day 4, 10:35am dismissal
- Thursday, January 23rd - Day 5, 10:35am dismissal
- Friday, January 24th - Day 6, 10:35am dismissal
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Would you like the perfect study space for midterms? The MIC has it all – comfy chairs, outlets, snacks, brain break activities, and more. Come any day during midterm week after dismissal! Stay as long or as little as needed. See you soon! | The students from Mrs. Grady’s Farm to Table class took a field trip into Philadelphia to go to the Reading Terminal Market and Chinatown. A fabulous time was had by all. | |
Congratulations to the new members of Sun Valley’s National Honor Societies. Thank you to all who were able to participate Wednesday’s ceremony. Please click the link to view the names of all our new members.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1zObrLYV3TAfAHMVwg5Nd73RjmsA1cAi2aGUraGt6YEA/edit?usp=sharing
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We are proud to announce that the following Sun Valley High School Art, Photography, and Ceramics students have had their artwork selected to represent our school at the Annual Delaware County Community College Regional Art Show:
William Cadden, Eva Taylor Cocozza, Mikayla Leary, Mark Gingras, Christopher Burns, Amelia Hawk, Grant Wessel, Bridget Steel, Luci Damico, Emily Simcox, and Parker Kilgore.
Exhibition Reception Details:
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Date: Wednesday, January 22
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Time: 4:30–7:00 p.m.
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Location: Art Gallery, Room 2305, Academic Building, Marple Campus
The event is open to the public, free to attend, and refreshments will be served. We hope to see you there to celebrate the incredible talent of our students!Article Heading
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The Mobile Dentist Returns February 7
Does your student need to see the dentist? We are excited to partner with The Smile Program: My School Dentist to offer in-school dental care on February 7, 2025.
The Pennsylvania Department of Health requires a dental examination upon entrance to school (kindergarten or 1st grade) and in grades 3 and 7. Those who need a dental exam, regardless of grade, can sign up to be examined at Northley Middle School. Learn more and register at www.pdsd.org/dentist.
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3 Way to Report your Students Attendance | |
Student Contest Corner, MP2 | |
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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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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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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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Mr. Cloar
Ms. Lebeau's pick for Staff Member of the Week: Mr. Cloar
She writes, Mr.Cloar is always willing to lend a hand with a smile.
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MADICYN PARKER
Selected by: Dr. James
Madicyn is a born leader, who I know will make a positive mark on this world! Her involvement in athletics, activities and being able to balance that with her rigorous course load is impressive. Having been accepted to multiple universities, wherever she decides attend, they will be lucky to have her! She deserves to be recognized.
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RYLEE DAVIS
Selected by: Mrs. McClure
I have selected Rylee because she is a excellent student and an amazing athlete. As a Freshman, Rylee played Field Hockey for the high school and her dedication and skill earned her a Varsity spot on the team. I look forward to seeing Rylee grow and excel both academically and athletically at the high school.
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ARABELLE PEARSON
Selected by: Dr. James
Arabelle strives to do her best in everything she does! She is determined, friendly, responsible and hardworking which shows in her coursework. She is a true advocate for herself and others which is refreshing to see. I am looking forward to seeing how she blossoms in dual enrollment!
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CLASS OF 2025 News and Info | |
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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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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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CLUBS, COMMITTEES & CLASS MEETINGS | |
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Hi-Q
Hi-Q is the oldest academic competition in the United States. The Hi-Q team meets on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month and the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.
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NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
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
MHS will hold their next general meeting on February 13th after school in the MIC.
Peer tutoring continues this month - please check the updates posted in Schoology.
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
Congratulations to senior Abigail Grelis for getting 1st place in her 2nd round of Poetry at the Rustin Tournament on Nov 21st.
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 occurs after school in the MIC from 2:20 until 2:55, generally Monday – Thursday, as long as there are no scheduled meetings in the MIC.
Please see Ms. Phelps, Mrs. Wiest, or Mrs. Maiale if you have any questions.
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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 doing Stage Crew.
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YEARBOOK CLUB
Yearbook Meetings in January…Old and new members welcome!
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A reminder to all students, please upload photos to Jostens! This can be pictures from fun activities in class, selfies with friends, pictures at events – we need photos!
A reminder to anyone interested in helping with Spongebob Props – we are collecting a lot of items! Please email Miss Willow at ewillow@pdsd.org if you are interested in helping with props or have items to donate!
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FCCLA CLUB
FCCLA will be collecting towels, linens and pet supplies from February 1-28. Boxes will be in the main lobby and also in A-2. Please help our local dog/cat shelters with replenishing their supplies and cleaning out your closets!!
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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 be meeting on Thursday, February 6, 2025 in the MIC at 2:20.
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 every other Tuesday after school in D-97.
Please see Mr. Dobbins 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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Seniors – 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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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
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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UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA BEAUFORT
Friday, January 31st
at 8:00am
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UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Wednesday, February 5th
at 10:00am
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IMPORTANT DATES/UPCOMING EVENTS! | | | | |
