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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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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…
Student Spotlight on Nathaniel Burke
What is your greatest accomplishment so far?
My greatest accomplishment was making it into the Regional Orchestra last year.
The PMEA Regional Orchestra is an annual event for all musical students across PA. First, students must prepare a difficult solo piece and audition to enter the District Orchestra. Once there, they have a seating test to determine if they made it into Regionals.…
Happy Birthday Ms. Griswold!
The English Department would like to give a special birthday “shout out” to Ms. Griswold. Happy Birthday to someone who goes above and beyond to help both colleagues and students. Hope you have a wonderful day–you have earned it!
The Mystery Behind Finding a New Read
Every bookworm has reached the dreaded point where they finish a book they love and can’t seem to find another they adore quite as much.
Readers who enjoy the murder mystery genre will marvel at the sensations of One of Us Is Lying, by Karen M. McManus, and Defending Jacob, by William Landay.
Recently, One of Us Is Lying has become popular among young adults. The novel is a dramatic spin…
Is it homophobia, sexism, or a lesbian thing?
Have you ever looked at a character on TV and thought “They’re just like me”? Maybe it’s because you look similar or because they act like you. Maybe they share your problems and insecurities.
According to the Williams Institute, 3.4% of women identify as queer and those women. Recently, shows featuring queer people have become more popular, giving these women a chance to see…
Modernizing the legacy of The Great Gatsby
You’re not alone if you complained about reading The Great Gatsby this summer.
According to HuffPost, Students in 64 percent of Catholic schools, 49 percent of independent schools, and 54 percent of public schools were all required to read the novel, and that doesn’t even include all those classes in which teachers are not required to teach the novel.
Narrated by Nick Carraway, The…
Drama 2 blows away Stroudsburg High in their original one act play!
Check out this photo gallery from this amazing production!
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Luka Konklin
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Luka KonklinCheck out the Prom Photo Gallery
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Stroudsburg Prom 2023 occurred May 27 at Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe!
Enjoy the photo gallery!TikTok Captivates Stroudsburg High
TikTok.
I’m sure it needs no introduction. With its endless videos tailored explicitly to your interests, TikTok has captivated audiences, especially those of Millennials and Gen-Z.
TikTok and social media alike have become integral parts of everyday life. Teens have grown accustomed to this new digital world. TikTok has launched entire careers, not just of Content Creators or…
Elizabeth Khrystenko- Norwich University
What are you doing after high school?
4-year college (bachelor’s degree)
Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below:
Norwich University
What major or career do you plan to pursue?
Nursing
Benjamin Jones- Lackawanna College
What are you doing after high school?
2-year college, but planning to transfer to a 4-year college
Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below:
Lackawanna College
What major or career do you plan to pursue?
Psychology
Ashlee Johnson- Lincoln University
What are you doing after high school?
4-year college (bachelor’s degree)
Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below:
Lincoln University/ fall
What major or career do you plan to pursue?
Business Marketing
Emma James- Western Kentucky University
What are you doing after high school?
4-year college (bachelor’s degree)
Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below:
Western Kentucky University
What major or career do you plan to pursue?
Political Science / Attorney
Andrew Huntsberger- Ithaca College
What are you doing after high school?
4-year college (bachelor’s degree)
Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below:
Ithaca College
What major or career do you plan to pursue?
Biochemistry
Probst Questions Funding of Cyber Charter Schools
At a House Democratic Policy Committee hearing on charter school reimbursements, Pa. state Rep. Tarah Probst highlights how the largely unregulated funding of cyber charter schools is draining resources from school districts like the Stroudsburg Area School District and negatively affecting taxpayers.
More at RepProbst.comSASD Calendar
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