Stroudsburg Area School District
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Isaac Yunhu Lee Memorial Arts Scholarship
Low-income students in their junior and senior years of high school or in undergraduate school are eligible to apply if they are planning to attend or are currently attending art school. To apply, please write about a favorite piece of art you’ve created and what inspired its creation.
More information can be found at https://bold.org/scholarships/isaac-yunhu-lee-memorial-arts-scholarship/ – good…
PMVB scholarship
If you’ve had prior work or volunteer experience for a local company in the for-profit or non-profit sector, and plan to major in college in an area such as business or design that would support hospitality, tourism or recreation, check out this scholarship!
Applications are due by April 30, 2024, and winners can receive as much as $1,000 awarded to them. An essay, completed application of extra-…
Road to Safety scholarship
Metzger Wickersham’s Road to Safety Scholarship Contest is open to graduating, college-bound high school seniors in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania high school seniors may enter the contest by submitting a creative project that sends a memorable message about the dangers of drunk driving or distracted driving.
Applicants have until April 15, 2024. More information can be found at www.…
Human Resources Foundation scholarship
If you’re planning to pursue a career in human services, health care, vo tech, social work, or special education, check this out!
Due by April 15, 2024, this scholarship is worth $1,000 and is given to 5 applicants. Applicants need to submit their transcript for this scholarship and can apply at https://www.hrfnepa.org/. Good luck!
Pocono Mountain Visitor Bureau- Robert Uguccioni memorial scholarship
If you have work experience in the hospitality, culinary arts, or recreation and leisure services management, and plan to pursue a degree in that field after high school, check out this scholarship!
Winners will receive $1,000, which will be sent to their college after the completion of their first semester. All applicants intended major should be Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Leisure…
Arsha Vidya Pitnam scholarship
If you live in Hamilton Township and plan to attend NCC Monroe Campus in the fall, fill out this application!
This scholarship is an easy application, just a simple Google form, and a 400-word maximum essay stating why you should win the award. Due by May 2, 2024, this form can be found on the counseling connections Google Classroom page. Good luck to all applicants!
PIAC Ken Corcoran Memorial scholarship
If you are of Irish Descent and plan to attend a vocational/technical school in the fall after high school, check out this scholarship!
Applications include an essay about why your Irish heritage is important to you, a resume, your high school transcript, and 2 letters of recommendation. This application is due by May 1, 2024. More information can be found on the counseling connections on…
Hispanic Scholarship Fund
If you are a student who has a Hispanic heritage and a minimum 3.0 GPA, consider applying for the Hispanic Scholarship Fund!
Up to 10,000 students receive the benefits of this scholarship every year, including the career connections you can make and can apply for all the Scholar Conferences available. Scholarships are awarded based on merit, and winners can receive up to $5,000. This application…
Anna Kirby breaks a third school record and is district champ
Anna Kirby, 11, has beaten three records for her junior year of swim. On the first weekend of this month, the Stroudsburg swim team performed at districts at Parkland High School.
Anna has been working hard for this goal since her sophomore year of high school. After her freshman year of swim, she chose to focus on swimming all year round.
Not only Anna, but Coach William Conklyn as well, have…
Gay Straight Alliance club still stands
The Gay Straight Alliance (GSA) club was started at the high school by paraprofessional, Mr. Steven Rivera; English teacher, Ms.Shari Griswold, and former math teacher, Mr. Lynn Wentzel in the 2008-2009.
“I saw there was a need for a place where people can fit in, a safe environment, everyone needs a support group and that’s what GSA is, a place for people to discover who they are.”, says Rivera…
Stroudsburg athletes shine in winter sports competition
BOYS BASKETBALL
Final Record: 14-11 (4th in District 11 6A)
Top Players: Richard Gilmore, 12 (14.3 PPG, EPC 2nd Team All-Monroe County), Denzel Key, 12 (9.0 PPG, EPC 2nd Team All-Monroe County), Micaiah Brown, 12 (10.3 PPG), Kamoni Smith-Johnson, 12 (10.3 PPG).
Seniors: Micaiah Brown, Mekhi Clair, Chris Desimone, Richard Gilmore, Duke Inniss, Denzel Key, Kevin Polonia, Anthony Quezada, Zachary…
Stroudsburg’s NAACP hosts “Many Voices, One Hope” assembly
On Feb 29, 2024, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) hosted the “Many Voices, One Hope” Assembly for the Stroudsburg High School students.
The assembly’s purpose was to bring awareness to Black History Month and the leaders who paved the way for us to be able to celebrate this month.
During the assembly, members spoke about prominent black figures in…
SJHS Zimmerman committee dress down – Wear Green!
The Zimmerman Committee is hosting a dress down on Friday, February 23rd. It’s $2 for students and $5 for staff members. Since green is the color of kidney disease awareness, the dress down on Friday will be to raise awareness about the condition.
The Zimmerman Committee was named after Mr. Zimmerman and it was formed to show our support for him on his long and hard journey.
The Future Medical…
Zimmerman committee dress down – Wear Green!
The Zimmerman Committee is hosting a dress down on Friday, February 23rd. It’s $2 for students and $5 for staff members. Since green is the color of kidney disease awareness, the dress down on Friday will be to raise awareness about the condition.
The Zimmerman Committee was named after Mr. Zimmerman and it was formed to show our support for him on his long and hard journey.
The Future Medical…
Health Science Club welcomes new members!
If you’re interested in pursuing a career in the medical field, consider joining the Health Science Club!
Founded in 2017 by Emily Irlbeck, Stroudsburg alumni, the club’s mission is to educate and encourage students interested in medical careers. It provides a space for students to explore new areas of different medical careers and provides opportunities to observe and ask questions of current…
Teacher Feature on Ms. Emeigh
At which school in the district do you teach?
Hamilton Elementary
What subject(s) do you teach?
Math
What grade (s) do you teach?
K-4
How long have you been teaching at SASD?
This is my 26th school year in Stroudsburg.
What is one important lesson you have learned as an educator?
You can never NOT model. Students are always learning and soaking in knowledge. Teachers…
Happy Birthday to Mrs. Logan
Mrs. Logan greets students with a warm welcome and a smile as they enter the high school building each morning. So, next time you see her, say hello and wish her a great day in return.
If you would like to give someone special a birthday shout-out, fill out the Birthday Spotlight form.
Student Spotlight on Samuel Sroka
What are your plans after high school?
Go to the United States Military Academy and pursue a four-year mechanical engineering degree and eventually become an officer in the US Army
What is your passion in life?
To get as much dad lore as humanly possible
How do you judge a person?
How they treat others
What is your greatest accomplishment so far?
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FBLA celebrates students’ victories at the state level
Stroudsburg’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), is known for its vast number of members and success rates at competitions. Every year, members beat out the competition at the Regional level and attend the state competition at Hershey Park.
Stroudsburg’s FBLA is the largest chapter throughout the organization. With 185 members, FBLA is the biggest club at Stroudsburg High School.
This…
FBLA celebrates students’ victories at the regional level
Stroudsburg’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), is known for its vast number of members and success rates at competitions. Every year, members beat out the competition at the Regional level and attend the state competition at Hershey Park.
Stroudsburg’s FBLA is the largest chapter throughout the organization. With 185 members, FBLA is the biggest club at Stroudsburg High School.
This…
The dark history of Valentine’s Day
While you’re with your special someone this Valentine’s Day or crying in your room with a box of chocolates you bought yourself, your tradition is nothing compared to the pagan’s ancient rituals.
Valentine’s Day was rumored to have started in the 6th century B.C. with a pagan festival called Lupercalia. According to NBC Washington, the festival, held annually between February 13 and 15 in…
Uncovering the history of Valentine’s Day
While you’re with your special someone this Valentine’s Day or crying in your room with a box of chocolates you bought yourself, your tradition is nothing compared to the pagan’s ancient rituals.
Valentine’s Day was rumored to have started in the 6th century B.C. with a pagan festival called Lupercalia. According to NBC Washington, the festival, held annually between February 13 and 15 in…
Dr. Mykee Fowlin visits the Junior High
Dr. Mykee Fowlin is a performer for students at schools. He teaches kids through characters he makes up to let them understand the meaning of lessons they hear every day. He has gone through many difficult experiences in his life and speaks to younger generations to help keep them on the good path in their own lives.
In “I Am Not The Enemy,” he discusses many lessons about people. Two of his…
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