Message from Sun Valley Admin

Week of 12/9/24-12/13/24

Hello Sun Valley Families!



December is moving fast! This is an important week of uninterrupted teaching and learning. We encourage you to ensure your student(s) arrive each day, on time and ready, respectful and responsible.

This Friday is the mid marking period for Quarter 2.

In the box below you will find the holiday themes for next week!


We hope you are enjoying the busy holiday season and wish all of our families the very best!


Thank you for your support and

Have a great week!

John Paul Roskos

Principal

Here's a quick look at the week ahead: 12/9-12/13


  • Monday, December 9th - Day 5
  • Tuesday, December 10th - Day 6
  • Wednesday, December 11th - Day 1
  • Thursday, December 12th - Day 2
  • Friday, December 13th - Day 3

ANNOUNCEMENTS

3 Way to Report your Students Attendance

Student Contest Corner, MP2

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1N8Q8hH5P3u9a0pQiPn7HzufBJI-br_0OHX_oOnh1eRI/edit?usp=sharing 

Everything you need to know about ordering your Yearbook!!


Click here: 2025 Yearbook Info


Please use this link to place your order:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1T3zqtZmqOImJkDOsca0D87gwE9DQTlox82sHMcS1qQc/edit?usp=sharing

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.

The PBIS Sun Dollar Store is open every Wednesday during all lunch periods. Be sure to keep earning and redeeming your Sun Dollars for prizes. Sun Valley t-shirts and lanyards are now available in the sun dollar store.


https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0D4EAAA72BA3F58-50666640-sunvalley


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!!

STAFF MEMBER OF THE WEEK

Ms. Newburg


Ms. Summer's pick for Staff Member of the Week:


She writes; I’d like to nominate Karen Newburg for Staff Member of the Week! Karen comes in every day exuding positivity and enthusiasm! She works incredibly hard to provide an encouraging environment for growth and learning for her students. Karen lives down in the A-Wing with us so I thought it would be great to share what a fantastic force for good we have here that you all may not have the opportunity to see!

STUDENTS OF THE WEEK

SEAN MCGARREY


Selected by: Ms. Martone


Sean has been a hard worker in class. He is our class comedian and sports connoisseur. Sean is great to have in class as he's always willing to help out.

KATIE STAFFORD


Selected by: Ms. Martone


Katie is a diligent, ambitious, and dedicated. She has brought a lot of insight into the classroom and we love having her.

SOPHIA MARCOVITZ


Selected by: Ms. Freeman


In addition to being a great student who works hard and does well in her classes, Sophia is the founding member of the Sun Valley's new American Sign Language (ASL) Club. Sophia sought out faculty advisors, coordinated advertising the club, and is the leader of the group's meetings. Great job, Sophia!

SOFIE ROBB


Selected by: Ms. Freeman


Sofie is a great student, and actively involved in many activities at Sun Valley, including marching band, ASL Club, and Reading Olympics. In addition to her classes at Sun Valley, Sofie has tackled dual enrollment with a dedication that is impressive to see. Keep up the great work, Sofie!

CLASS OF 2025 News and Info

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.

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.


DIPLOMA NAME SUBMISSION



Class of 2025, please use the link below to submit your name for your Diploma.


Class of 2025 Diploma Order Form

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. 

CLASS OF 2026 News and Info

SUN VALLEY CLASS OF 2026 WEB STORE


Sun Valley Class of 2026 apparel will now be available for purchase online


The web store can be accessed at MVP Sports Webstores 



 The sale will run from Wednesday, December 4, 2024 6:00:00 AM EST to Saturday, December 21, 2024 11:58:00 PM EST 


  Payment must be made by credit card at the time of purchase


Your order will be completed on approximately Friday, January 17, 2025 

We're excited for your upcoming sale! If you need any assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.

CLASS OF 2027 News and Info

CLASS OF 2028 News and Info

CLUBS, COMMITTEES & CLASS MEETINGS

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY


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.

D & D CLUB


The D&D Club meets Mondays and Thursdays after school.






MATH HONOR SOCIETY


The December calendar for math peer tutoring by Mu Alpha Theta will be posted in Schoology for students this week.

  

MHS members-please be sure to check upcoming messages as we will be planning the induction ceremony for new members in January and agenda for monthly meetings. 


Please reach out to Mrs. Caputo or Mr. Mal with any questions. Thank you!!  

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. 


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.



BLACK STUDENT UNION


The Black Student Union meets on Mondays after school in C86.


SCIENCE NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY


Science Tutoring will begin November 6th in the MIC. Tutoring will generally be Monday – Thursday after school from 2:15- 2:55pm, 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. 

GSA


Any student interested in GSA, please see Miss Willow in A-4


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.

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! 


SUN VALLEY STAGE CREW


Please see Mr. Pry or Mr. Bittner if you are interested in doing Stage Crew.

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.

FCCLA CLUB


FCCLA will be meeting next Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday after school to make cookies for the crossing guards. We will be in A-2

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

STUDENT SENATE


We will be meeting on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 2:20 in the MIC.  


Are you interested in student leadership? This is the club for you.

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!"

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!"

COUNSELING NEWS!!!


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.



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

FAFSA/FINANCIAL AID NIGHT RECORDING


https://svhs.pdsd.org/school-counseling/post-secondary-planning/financial-aid


Upcoming College Visits


No upcoming college visits this week - 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.




US NAVAL ACADEMY


Friday, December 13, 2024


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