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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

SASD News

Stroudsburg High School welcomes a new club– the Magic Club

Stroudsburg High School has a new club,  Magic Club.  Adviser, Mr. Jeffery Desind, also known as “The Sub” initiated a new club at the high school.  The club meets in the faculty dining room by the cafeteria every Tuesday and Thursday after school from 2:30-3:30.  All skill levels are welcome, from beginners to advanced.  If you’re interested in learning more about the…

How to tackle seasonal depression

If you’re feeling down and burnt out this winter, look for symptoms of seasonal depression. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), is a type of depression that happens during certain seasons of the year—most often fall or winter. According to John’s Hopkins Medicine, it is thought that shorter days and less daylight may trigger a chemical change in the brain leading to symptoms of depression. The…

Happy Birthday Lilian Blazick

Let’s all wish Lilian Blazick a happy belated Birthday! We hope you had an amazing day.

Student Spotlight on Krista Davis

Where are you from?   I’m from a little bit of everywhere but my family came from Puerto Rico   Do you speak any other languages than English?   Another language I know is sign language   What’s something people don’t worry about but really should?   People don’t worry about world hunger and take the food they have for granted. I don’t waste food no matter the taste…

Clearview Elementary sees renovations in its future

Clearview Elementary sees a bright future ahead. At the recent meeting on Jan 17, the School Board and Administration announced they recently sent an application to receive a grant to renovate Clearview Elementary. This would bring the building up to modern-day standards and allow it to be used for the public again. While the District is still unsure what they will do with Clearview if they are…

Freshman Spotlight on Anthony Canongo

Do you have any hobbies or activities you enjoy? Okay so one of my favorite hobbies are to listen to music, and play my instruments. I also love to hang out with my best friend Delany. We are very close like family so I always have the most fun with her. Do you have a favorite sport? Do you play it too? Why do you like it? My favorite sport is Cheerleading (Im a cheerleader). I like it because I…

How Legally Blonde paved the way for Barbie

Many years before 2023’s smash hit Barbie, there was a different blonde dressed in pink who dominated the screen. Legally Blonde is a comedy romance movie that premiered on July 13, 2001 in the North America region. In the opening week, the movie had a gross of $20 million. In North America the movie made $96.5 million and worldwide the movie made $141.7 million. The main protagonist, Elle Woods…

8th Grade Spotlight on Mallory Eberz

Do you have any hobbies or activities you enjoy? My favorite activity would have to be spending time with family. Whether that means we are hiking, paddle boarding, camping, travelling, playing games or eating together. I also enjoy reading, babysitting, playing sports, hanging out with friends, dancing, listening to/playing music, learning and being involved in school. Do you have a favorite…

The Kindness Project expands to Stroudsburg

The Kindness Project (TKP) is an organization that is volunteer-driven, non-profit, and fully donation-based. They provide support to foster families in the Lehigh Valley region and surrounding areas and recently expanded to the Pocono Region with a building named The Kindness Cottage here in Stroudsburg. Adoption and foster care are critical for children who have lost their parents. “It gives…

Freshman Spotlight on Hridita Hossain

As of right now, after I graduate High School, I see myself doing… I see myself going to college for around 7 years to pursue my dream of becoming a doctor. Do you have any hobbies or activities you enjoy? I like to paint, read, travel, play badminton, and spend time with family and friends. Do you have a favorite sport? Do you play it too? Why do you like it? My favorite sport is badminton. I…

Teacher Feature on Ms. Trebour

At which school in the district do you teach? I teach at the Junior High School.  What subject(s) do you teach? Language Arts What grade(s) do you teach? 8th Grade  How long have you been teaching at SASD? This will be my second year teaching at the district.  What is your favorite part about teaching?  I really like building connections with students. Being able to see them…

Happy Birthday, Mrs. Austin

If you’d like to publish a “Birthday Spotlight” for someone special, fill out the Birthday Spotlight Google Form.

Dr. Elmo J. Lilli Memorial Healthcare scholarship

Due on March 15, the Dr. Elmo J. Lilli Memorial Healthcare scholarship helps students with a 3.0 GPA and planning on pursuing the following medical fields: Radiology Technologist Ultrasound Technologists Nuclear Medicine Technologist CT Technologist MRI Technologist Interventional Technologist Radiation Therapist Medical Technologist Registered Nurse More information can be found at the…

Salvation Army Irene Cramer scholarship

If you demonstrate financial need and have a strong history of community service, check out this scholarship! Due on March 22, 2024, you are required to be a student residing in Monroe County, PA, with a family income below 300% of the 2023 Federal Poverty Guidelines and a strong history of community service, you can apply for the Salvation Army Community Service Scholarship. You must be planning…

Happy Birthday, Mrs. Edwards

If you’d like to publish a Birthday Spotlight for someone special, fill out the Birthday Spotlight Google Form.

Small businesses boom at SHS!

Out of the billions of businesses in the world, most of them are small businesses. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, there are over 33 million small businesses in the United States alone. These businesses provide many workers with new jobs and support local economies.  With the help of technology, it has become much easier to start a business. People of all ages now have…

Stroudsburg Small Businesses

Out of the billions of businesses in the world, most of them are small businesses. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, there are over 33 million small businesses in the United States alone. These businesses provide many workers with new jobs and support local economies.    With the help of technology, it has become much easier to start a business. People of all ages now…

Small Businesses Booming in SHS

Out of the billions of businesses in the world, most of them are small businesses. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, there are over 33 million small businesses in the United States alone. These businesses provide many workers with new jobs and support local economies.  With the help of technology, it has become much easier to start a business. People of all ages now have…

Pocono Mountain Penn State Club scholarship

If you’re a high school senior this year and are planning to attend Penn State this fall, apply for the Pocono Mountain Penn State Club scholarship! Winners are picked because of their involvement, academic growth, and success in school groups and extracurriculars. Applications are due on March 15, 2024, and winners will receive a minimum of $1000. If you’re interested, pick up a paper form in…

Maurice R. Hilleman Essay Contest

If you’re interested in the medical field or a STEM career, consider applying for the Maurice R. Hilleman Essay Contest! The 2024 prompt is Dr. Hr. Hilleman made his impact on the world through the development of vaccines. What scientific issue would you take on if given the change and why? The winner who writes the best 500-1,000 word essay will receive $500 and recognition of their award at a…

SHS Student Government introduces WAR-naments!

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Student Spotlight on Alyssa Rounsaville

What activities or hobbies do you enjoy out of school? I enjoy playing soccer, swimming, and reading outside of school. What are your plans after high school? I plan to go to a four-year college for creative writing after high school and then continue my career as an author.   What’s something people don’t worry about but really should? People worry about what others think too much. You…

Joe’s wrestling preview

Mountaineer staff writer, Joseph Turner, previews the 2023-24 Stroudsburg Wrestling Season.

Mountaineer Athletic Podcast Episode 2: Coaches Richmond and El-Bassiouni

Jaden Harper, 11, Mountaineer staff, interviews wrestling’s Coach Richmond and basketball’s Coach El-Bassiouni. 

SASD Calendar

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Fiscal Affairs Committee -
JH - Open House -
Academic Affairs Committee -
Star Dental Van -
Chipperfield Elementary - Open House -
SHS Open House -
Act 80 Day - No School for Students
Star Dental Van -
Star Dental Van -
2 Hour Delay - Students Only/Act 80 Faculty Data Meeting
2 Hour Delay - Students Only/Act 80 Faculty Data Meeting
Middle School Open House -
Middle School Open House -
Fiscal Affairs Committee -
Hamilton Elementary Open House -
Hamilton Elementary Open House -
Academic Affairs Committee -
Act 80 Day (Indigenous Peoples' Day) - No School for Students
Act 80 Day (Indigenous Peoples' Day) - No School for Students
School Board Meeting -
Act 80 Day - No School for Students
Act 80 Day - No School for Students
Fiscal Affairs Committee -
Academic Affairs Committee -
School Board Meeting -