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Stroudsburg Area School District
Welcome to the Stroudsburg Area School District, serving approximately 6,000 students in Monroe County, Pennsylvania.
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Stroudsburg, PA 18360
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Happy Birthday, Mrs. McKain
If you would like to post a birthday shout-out to someone, go to the Birthday Spotlight section and fill out the Google Form or use the link attached here.
Birthday Spotlight Form
Teacher Feature on Ms.Bullock
At which school in the district do you teach?
Stroudsburg High School
What subject(s) do you teach?
I currently teach Anatomy & Physiology and Biology but have also taught Earth Science and Physical Science in the past.
What grade(s) do you teach?
10th-12th
How long have you been teaching at SASD?
This is my 15th year teaching.
What is your favorite part about…
2023-24 Stroudsburg Wrestling Season Preview
SHS Wrestling has deep historic roots with Hall-of-Fame coaches, two state championship wrestlers, and consistently ranked the best in the region.
After a 14-6 record last season and placing 11th in the district, the 2023-2024 team is no doubt looking to improve this season.
This year, the team welcomes the return of standout wrestlers Hunter Brown and Zach Berwick. Berwick has displayed his…
Owning wild animals is wrong
Some people find keeping wild animals as pets exotic. However, the idea of it is not fully thought out.
Not only would they eventually hurt you or, possibly even others, but it’s also unethical. Spending thousands of dollars for wild animals to keep as pets shouldn’t be allowed.
Research isn’t usually done before the purchase of these animals are made. Tigers are one of the most popular…
FYI: The Music Department updates
Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, the school celebrated its annual Music Fest. Students in sixth through twelfth grade performed for friends and family.
The performers did an amazing job and we give our congratulations to them all.
“MusicFest was great and everything went smoothly. The Stroudsburg Area Music Supports (SAMS) helped and organized everything, so a special thank you to them,” says…
Monroe County Bar Program
If you’re a senior who is planning to pursue a full-time degree program at an accredited college or university for law, have demonstrated leadership, and are in the upper 20% of the class, check out this scholarship!
The Monroe County Bar Program requires an official transcript, recommendations, and an application with an essay about why you’re interested in studying law. More information can be…
Emily Weidinger scholarship
If you’ve collected a lot of volunteer hours and experience over 4 years of high school, consider the Emily Weidinger scholarship.
For seniors, this scholarship requires your transcript, an application, and mailing of the completed application for submission. Due on April 1, students have the chance to win $500.
More information can be found at the guidance office. Good luck!
Stroudsburg senior girls dominate 2023 Powderpuff game
The Powder Puff game has been a long-lasting tradition showcasing Stroudsburg High School’s female athletes in a game of flag football. The money raised by each class is up for grabs for the winners to take.
This year’s winners are the seniors with a score of 26-0.…
Math student of the year scholarship
If you’re pursuing a career in math and have succeeded in your math classes, consider applying for the Math Student of the Year scholarship!
Applicants will need to provide transcripts, a recommendation from a math teacher, and fill out an application. More information can be found at www.npctm.org and good luck!
The 2024 International Humanitarian Law Essay & Art Competition
If you care about current events and world news, apply to The American Red Cross International Humanitarian Law Essay and Art Competition!
The American Red Cross International Humanitarian Law Essay and Art Competition is hosted by the American Red
Cross IHL Youth Action Campaign. It’s meant to encourage learning about International Humanitarian Law and the critical role it plays in reducing the…
Join The Acceptance Project (TAP) this year!
If you’re interested in politics or current events, consider joining The Acceptance Project (TAP)!
TAP is a club that allows students to talk about controversial issues in a safe space. The rocky political climate makes it difficult for people to discuss their ideas without receiving backlash.
Topics like gun control, abortion, and the death penalty are seen as taboo in today’s day and age…
NTHS inducts four SHS seniors
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The influence of Korean pop outside of Korea
Do you listen to Korean pop?
Even if you think not, you may unknowingly have! What you may not have known is that Cupid by FIFTY FIFTY and Seven by Jungkook fall into the genre of Korean pop (K-pop). Songs like these and other K-pop songs have been on the rise. The genre has blown up in popularity outside of Korea in the past couple of years.
TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) and StrayKids are…
Student Spotlight on Sophia Lin
What activities or hobbies do you enjoy out of school?
I enjoy reading and taking hikes in my free time.
What are your plans after high school?
My plan after high school is to study psychology.
Do you speak any other languages than English?
Other than English I also speak Mandarin.
What is your greatest strength?
My greatest strength is my attention to detail and how resilient I am.
What’s…
Should LIT circles be cut out of the Honors Literature curriculum?
Mrs. Back’s Honors classes are infamous for the LIT circles she conducts. Many students don’t like them and wish they were in CP classes for this reason alone. On average, you have to prepare your answers for more than 20 questions each – including different answers in case someone takes yours. Depending on how you answer them, it might take you anywhere from 30 minutes to more than 1 hour…
Food Flips with Ms. Voytko
Ms. Voytko and her classes are willing to share some of their favorite recipes with us, yay! We’ll add a new recipe each week from one of Ms. Voytko’s Discovering Foods, Foreign Foods, and American Foods classes. We look forward to more pictures and demos. Thank you, Ms. Voytko, for sharing. What are you hungry for?
Happy Holidays Ms. Steele!
A new teacher at the Junior High school, Ms.Steele, received her first-ever Christmas gift from a student! She teaches English and her room is known for its Christmas spirit. Ms. Steele was so excited when she received this Christmas ornament so she immediately hung it up.
Let’s give a big thanks to Rayniel Estevez for giving Ms. Steele a warm…
SJHS celebrates our most improved
On Nov. 30, 2023, 35 students were awarded Most Improved for the first marking period. The award included a certificate from the teacher it was from plus, Mr. Larthey handed out a special Mountaineers pencil and one free personal dress down for any day of the week. These awards are given out each marking period, so we all have more opportunities. Keep improving, SJHS!
Congratulations! Hard work,…
Teacher Feature on Ms. Koch
At which school in the district do you teach?
I teach at Stroudsburg High School.
What subject(s) do you teach?
Biology and Physical Science this year, but I have also taught Anatomy and Physiology and Ecology.
What grade(s) do you teach?
Primarily 10th grade, but I have all grade levels in my Physical Science class.
How long have you been teaching at SASD?
This is my 4th year.
What is your…
Embracing National Adoption Month in the Poconos
According to the World Animal Foundation, an average of 6.3 million pets enter U.S. shelters each year. With only 3,943 animal shelters in the U.S., animals are put into cramped and uncomfortable spaces for months at a time.
While shelters are extremely beneficial for the unhoused animal populations, they are only a temporary solution.
With only 4.1 million pets adopted per year, shelter…
Keeping track of time
Time management is a very important part of people’s lives. Once you get older, you have to manage what time you have to get up, get ready, and leave the house so you’re able to be on time for your job.
One tiny thing could make you late and get you fired, depending on if you can control it or not, such as traffic or just not wanting to get up yet.
This is just one scenario where time…
SHS introduces Future Educators of America club
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a great teacher?
Stroudsburg High School has started a new club, Future Educators of America. This club welcomes anyone who wants to learn the basics of being a teacher. The advisors of this club include guidance counselor Mr. William Kunkel and Morey Elementary teacher Ms. Christine Wickenheiser.
Future Educators of America gives high school…