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Stroudsburg Area School District

Welcome to the Stroudsburg Area School District, serving approximately 6,000 students in Monroe County, Pennsylvania. 

123 Linden Street
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
United States

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Stroudsburg JHS celebrates HOCO week!

Stroudsburg Junior High celebrated spirit week! Check out the photo gallery! twin+day_ Gallery • 32 Photos

Student Spotlight on Alena Murray

What activities or hobbies do you enjoy out of school?   I really enjoy singing and drawing, which is what I spend most of my time doing when I’m not at dance classes or participating in sports.     What was your favorite class in SHS?   My favorite class would definitely be Chorus.     What social stigma does society need to get over?   The idea that men and…

Mountaineer Athletics Podcast Episode 1: Coach Miller

The Mountaineer Athletics Podcast covers everything related to Stroudsburg sports. In this episode, we highlight and breakdown tonight’s game with Coach Miller.  

Taylor’s version empowers artistic independence

In 2004, Scott Borchetta, CEO of Big Machine Records, first saw Taylor Swift perform at Nashville’s Bluebird Cafe.  When she was only 15, Swift was signed with Big Machine Records. A year later, she released her first single, Tim McGraw, and her career blew up. Swift’s success has been rampant since her debut album, Taylor Swift, in 2006. In years since, she recorded six albums with Big…

Teacher Feature on Ms. Singleton

At which school in the district do you teach? I teach at Hamilton Elementary School.    What subject(s) do you teach?  I teach all major subjects. Science and English Language Arts are my favorites!    What grade (s) do you teach?  I teach fourth grade.    How long have you been teaching at SASD?  I have been teaching for six years. I did my student…

Mountaineer Market excites SHS students

Mountaineer Market, a store for students, is the newest addition to Stroudsburg High School opened on September 18, 2023.  Located by the cafeteria, students can visit it during their lunch period. They accept all forms of payment, including Apple Pay.  The Mountaineer Market was formed by special education teachers, Ms. Heather Nowosad and Ms. Sherri MacIntyre, after they saw how…

The harmful effects of toxic masculinity

Have you ever been told to “man up”? Typical comments like this and the stigma surrounding men’s mental health struggles have caused suicide rates to skyrocket in recent years. According to the Pan American Health Organization, one in five men living in the U.S. won’t make it to fifty years old. “Suicide rates for men are much higher than those for women, almost 3.9 times as much,” …

Student Spotlight on Arianna Moyett

I enjoy reading and listening to music. I love art and being creative. I love to paint and I find it really relaxing. I’m a huge Taylor Swift fan and I love her music. What are your future plans after high school? I plan on going to college and studying Marketing. What is your passion in life?  I love art What is your greatest strength? I am very studious and neat. When you are old, what do…

School Psychologist - Stroudsburg Area School District | Stroudsburg, PA - SimplyHired

The School Psychologist is directly responsible for the psychological assessment of academic, social, emotional, and behavioral domains utilizing ...

Teacher Feature On Mr. Kleinle

At which school in the district do you teach? I currently teach at Stroudsburg Junior High School. I have also taught at Stroudsburg High School.   What subject(s) do you teach?  I teach Career Awareness, Computer Skills, Introduction to Business, and 19th c American History.   What grade (s) do you teach?  I teach both 8th and 9th grade.    How long have you been…

Student Spotlight on Shania Lyn

What is unique about your personality? What makes my personality unique is that I’m a team player but I love to work alone. I work best by myself but work even better with support. I go off life experiences to base my characteristics.   What is the most important lesson you have learned?  Not everyone is your friend but not everyone is your enemy.    What are your future plans…

Teacher Feature on Ms. Lupu

At which school in the district do you teach? I teach at Stroudsburg High School.   What subject(s) do you teach? I teach Spanish 1 & 2   What grade(s) do you teach? I teach all grade levels: 10-12   How long have you been teaching at SASD? This is my second year here at Stroudsburg High School   What is your favorite part about teaching?  My favorite part about…

Need a COVID-19 test?

According to the World Health Organization, since December of 2019, there have been reported 770,875,433 cases of COVID-19 globally. With cold and flu season being upon us, it might be hard to tell what is just a common cold vs. COVID-19. There is now a way to get over-the-counter tests sent to your home for free! For more information, check out the sources below. https://www.health.pa.gov/topics…

Novak Djokovic takes over US Open Mens Tennis Final

Each year at the end of August, professional tennis players enter into the US Open. The US Open has been played since 1881 and lasts for two weeks.   On Sunday, September 10, 2023, Novak Djokovic Serbian tennis player who is ranked No. 1 won his fourth US Open tennis title, and his 24th grand slam. A grand slam is winning all four championships in one calendar year. The championships…

Sign up for a scholarship newsletter

If you would like to apply for national-level scholarships, sign up for the attached newsletter (https://studentscholarships.org/newsletters). All the scholarship information here is up-to-date, with deadlines up until December 27, 2023. Keep track of these dates and good luck!

Lands’ End Scholarship

If you’re a high school student who has an interest in leadership, consider applying for the Lands’ End scholarship! To complete the application, students will need to include academic records and an essay – there are two prompts to choose from. One winner can be picked from each school and winners receive $5,000. Applications are due on January 19, 2024, or until all 1,000 slots have been filled…

Teacher Feature on Ms. Mason

At which school in the district do you teach? Hamilton Elementary School.  What subject(s) do you teach? Special Education, in other words, I teach everything! What grade (s) do you teach? Children in kindergarten through 2nd grade. How long have you been teaching at SASD? I have been with SASD for about 5 years. What is one important lesson you have learned as an educator? Everyone has…

LAMA Jovan X. Caraballo Scholarship

If you’re planning to attend a 2 or 4-year trade school, check out this scholarship! You’ll need two letters of recommendation, an essay, and a verification letter from guidance of your graduating status in order to apply. Winners will receive $1,000 directly from the LAMA Poconos Chapter. Applications are due by March 15, 2024. More information can be found at https://lamapoconoschapter.com/…

SHS says goodbye to one of its favorite history teachers

Multiple teacher resignations were made official in the most recent school board meeting. Ms. Jennifer Lobasso, a history teacher here at Stroudsburg High School, was one of the few who had their resignations made official. Spending many years here at Stroudsburg High School, she taught AP U.S. History and many other social studies courses. Lobasso plans to move to a school district that will…

Sons of the American Revolution Scholarship

If you like history and writing, this contest’s for you! To participate in the George S. and Stella M. Knight Essay Writing Contest, participants must submit an original 800-1200 word essay based on an event, person, philosophy, or idea associated with the American Revolution. A bibliography is required as well and must be submitted by December 4, 2023. More information can be found at https://…

National Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship

If you’re planning on making a career in the local, state, or federal government, check out this scholarship! Each interested student should write a one-page essay explaining why they plan on working towards a career in government service, including inspiration derived from George Washington’s leadership in his famous crossing of the Delaware. The essay must be accompanied by a letter of…

Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship

Applicants for this scholarship must be current high school seniors and United States citizens who plan on going to a four-year institution. They will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. The Elks National Foundation awards 500 students scholarships, ranging from $1,000 to $7,500. Male and female students across the nation apply separately, creating a higher chance of…

SHS welcomes all new students

Why does your alarm for school sound like nails on a chalkboard? Why is your bed so much more comfortable all of a sudden? Why is your stomach swirling and tying in knots?  School should not be as nerve-racking as it’s become over the years. Keeping up with social status, graduation requirements, grades, and all your different schedules like clubs, work, and school your schedule is already…

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