Stroudsburg Area School District
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Welcome to the Stroudsburg Area School District, serving approximately 6,000 students in Monroe County, Pennsylvania.
123 Linden Street
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
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B.F. Morey Elementary celebrates 100 years!
One of Stroudsburg’s elementary schools has reached an outstanding milestone: its 100-year anniversary!
B.F. Morey Elementary school, located on West Main Street across from the high school, has been a place of creativity, learning, and acceptance for many students. The school was built in 1925, in honor of Benjamin Franklin Morey, and originally contained eight classrooms from kindergarten…
Happy Birthday, Mr. Hibell
The Mountaineer Staff would like to wish Mr. Hibell a Happy Belated Birthday!
Teacher Feature on Mr Cirillo
What subject or subjects do you teach?
I currently teach Physical Education, Adaptive Physical Education and Health.
What sports do you coach?
Currently, I coach varsity football and varsity track and field. For football, I am the QB’s coach and Offensive Coordinator. For Track and Field, I coach the javelin throwers.
If you could teach another subject what would it be?
I am not sure what…
Stroudsburg Educational Support Personnel Association
This Scholarship is open to all high school seniors who will be attending or enrolled full time at an accredited, public or private, two-year, four-year, or trade/technical school or college. No transcript is needed for this scholarship.
Applications are due on March 14, 2025, and more information can be found in the guidance office and the counseling connections Google Classroom – Good…
NHS runs another successful Blood Drive
Last week, the National Honors Society (NHS) ran another successful blood drive at Stroudsburg High School.
In total, Stroudsburg students and faculty helped save over 120 lives with 40 successful donations. NHS advisor, Maureen Verwey, stated, “The NHS blood drive was most certainly a success. The drive increases awareness of the importance of donating. For future donors, this can really help.”…
Happy Birthday, Georgie English
The Mountaineer Staff would like to wish Georgie English a very Happy Birthday.
“I’ll Be Alright”
You never know where the talent lies. Sometimes it’s hidden in plain sight like small, suburban Stroudsburg High School. It’s time this talent is recognized beyond our school’s community.
During the “Songs of a Generation” cultural assembly, Tyler Finney, ’25 and Victoria Campbell, ’25, wrote and directed the concert choir, band, and orchestra to an original song titled “I’ll Be Alright,”…
Historic women knock out stereotypes
March is Women’s History Month. The Mountaineer would like to take this opportunity to highlight women in sports.
According to Women’s History, the Girls Athletic Association (GAA) was formed in the 1920s. It included softball, volleyball, dance, tennis, bowling, and archery. Women’s sports started to grow from there.
During World War II, as men went to war, and women took on new roles.…
Cultural diversity assembly photo gallery
Gallery • 19 Photos
Rebecca Dishong
Cultural Celebration, February 28, 2025 featuring "Songs of a Generation", organized by NAACP adviser, Cara Walkowiak.Meet Alastor
Hi, my name is Alator and I am 5 months old. I’m very friendly. I am also a Velcro cat. This means that I love attention; I love to be with people and to cuddle like a baby with their mama.
Help Alastor by sharing his spotlight on your social media page.
You can also help by making a donation to your local animal shelter or volunteering at a local animal shelter.
Age: 5 months
Gender…
Students entrepreneurs wanted
The Mountaineer would like to do a podcast on SHS student entrepreneurs. If you have your own business or side hustle, we’d like to invite you to join the podcast. We know there are a lot of talented, creative, and skilled students here, so share your wisdom with The Mountaineer and give your business a boost with free advertising with the Mountaineer newspaper and social media teams…
February School Board update
The Stroudsburg Area School Board met on February 19 for its monthly meeting to address proposed changes for the Stroudsburg Area School District. Student Representative to the School Board, Kona Maranpot, ’25, attended the meeting on behalf of Stroudsburg High School students. No issues were presented on the student body’s behalf.
According to the BoardDocs, the following items were…
Mountaineer Bake Sale
The Mountaineer staff will host a bakesale on Monday, St. Patty’s Day, during all lunches or until we run out. Bring your money, quantities are limited.
Track springs into 2025 season
Track tryouts for girls and guys were hosted last week at the SHS stadium for the 2025 spring season. The co-ed season schedule is the same for both teams.
The track team is led by Brett Youngken, who also assists shotput. Jake Cirillo and Jordan Fernandez are the javelin coaches; Nikolaos Kontos is the pole vaulting coach; Adam Carter is the jumping coach, Geoffrey Zimmerman is the discus…
Student Spotlight on Nanaadjoa Aidoo
1. What’s your name?
Nanaadjoa Aidoo
2. Where are you from?
Brooklyn, NY
3. What are your goals in life?
To be successful and get my dream career.
4. What are your plans after high school?
My plans are to go to a 4-year college and then go to med school for radiology.
5. Favorite teacher and why?
My favorite teacher is Ms.Brown because she understands me, she’s fun and I…
Mini-THON 2025 in full swing
As excitement builds for the upcoming Mini-THON at SHS, the energy around this year’s event is buzzing. After raising over $90,000 last year, the executive team entered this year with an ambitious goal to break the six-figure mark. The countdown has officially begun and there’s no doubt that it will be memorable and filled with fun! Mini-Thon is set for April 26th-April 27th from 8 pm to 8 am.…
Mac and cheese
If you live in America, you already know and have probably eaten one of the most popular dishes. According to History Net, macaroni and cheese comes from France, yet finds itself as the main course on American plates through various holidays and get-togethers.
Macaroni and cheese was invented by Thomas Hemmings, an enslaved Frenchman to Thomas Jefferson. He was an accomplished chef who used his…
Addams Family tickets on sale now
Tickets for the 2025 musical, The Addams Family go on sale March 5, get them while they last. The musical comedy takes the stage on April 4, 5, 6 and begins at 7:30 in the evening.
Dangers of energy drinks
In the fast-paced world of high school, it is no surprise that students turn to energy drinks to make it through long school days and late study sessions. With promises of increased focus, heightened energy, and improved focus, these brightly colored cans seem like the perfect solution to the demands of school life. However, as their popularity surges so do concerns about potential health risks…
Katharine Graham
“I had very little idea of what I was supposed to be doing, so I set out to learn. What I essentially did was to put one foot in front of the other, shut my eyes, and step off the edge.”
Katharine Graham worked for the Washington post and soon became the owner after the death of her husband, Philip Graham in 1963. She became the first female Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of a Fortune 500…
Bathroom lockdown still happening months later
In November 2024, the students of Stroudsburg High School (SHS) received an email from the principal, Jeffrey Sodl.
Many students were misbehaving in the time leading up to the email, and he figured it was time to give a written warning, which is why the email listed seven reminders of what students were expected to do daily, a few rules, and informative wake-up calls.
Other than the usual…
Help Wanted — podcast guests
The Mountaineer would like to host a podcast for “Alice in Borderland”, so if you are a fan and would like to join the podcast, please fill out the form so we can get in touch with you.
The Mountaineer would like to host a podcast for student entrepreneurs. If you’ve got your own side hustle or business, we want to talk to you and feature your product or talent with other student entrepreneurs.…
SWPBIS Rewards At SHS
Have you ever used the School-Wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (SWPBIS) Program or wondered how it impacts students and schools? Here at Stroudsburg High School, this system plays a key role in shaping our school culture. But what exactly is SWPBIS Rewards, and how does it benefit students and staff?
SWPBIS Program is a rewards system that promotes “school-wide positive…
Test your Character Quiz
What Would You Do? See what kind of character you are when things go sideways.
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