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Modern Mythology: “The Song of Achilles” and “The Silence of the Girls”
This clash of modern/Greek mythology is an expose not meant for the weak: sharing the best modern mythology and its evolution through media.
Myths grow like trees, deep rooted yet fighting to reach the sunlight above a forest. They follow nature’s law, survival of the fittest–only the most relevant (and strong) stories survive to get passed down.
Greek myths were passed down orally for…
2024 Stroudsburg High School Musicfest
On Dec. 7, 2024, Stroudsburg High School hosted the annual Musicfest from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Students grades six through twelve (middle school to senior year) performed in front of a large audience after all the hard work they put into practicing for their show.
The first half of the day included Craftfest, where people from the Poconos brought crafts to the Stroudsburg High School gymnasium…
Majorette dance team kicks off the start of a new club
The four girls practice dancing together in a school hallway.
Stroudsburg High School’s newest club, the Majorettes Dance Team, has made its official debut, offering students a space to express themselves and build confidence.
The team, introduced by the National Association for…Pet Safety reminders for frigid temps
Winter weather takes a toll on pets too. Dry skin, cracked paws, frostbite, and an emergency supply kit for power outages are just as much a reality for your pet as they are for your family (pets are family). Some pets love the snow and others don’t fare as well.
According to the American Red Cross, here are some tips on how to keep your fur-ever friends safe this winter season.
Be…
Nepotism within the entertainment industry
What do celebrities like North West, Gracie Abrams, and Maya Hawke all have in common? It might be as obvious as you think, but they’ve all been labeled in the media as nepo babies.
Oxford Dictionary reports that by definition a nepo baby is a child of a famous or successful parent, whose own success is believed to be due to their family connections. But there’s one question that…
Happy Birthday to Mrs. Nowosad
The Mountaineer staff would like to wish Mrs. Nowosad a very Happy Birthday.
Public Notice: 12/13/2024 [e81e767c7e6b6f412b41b77fe3f713d1]
Fri, 13 Dec 2024 00:00:00 STROUDSBURG AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS SCHEDULE OF MEETING DATES FOR 2025 ALL MEETINGS WILL BE HELD IN THE HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA BEGINNING AT 7 00 P M UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED MONTH DATE TH MONTH DATE JULY 16TH 20TH JANUARY 15 FEBRUARY 19TH AUGUST MARCH 19TH SEPTEMBER 17TH APRIL 16TH OCTOBER MAY 21ST NOVEMBER 19TH JUNE 18TH DECEMBER 3RD 15TH The first…
Key Club hosts Breakfast with Santa this Saturday
Breakfast with Santa will start at 9 am on Saturday, Dec. 14 at Chipperfield Elementary School.
The End Of An Era
On Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, the infamous Eras Tour came to a close. Taylor Swift toured the world for two years, taking magic, music, and memories and tying them into one historic friendship bracelet.
The original announcement for the Eras Tour came on Nov. 1, 2022, as fans then began to sign up for pre-sale and await their confirmation codes. Pre-sale occurred on Nov. 15, 2022 causing the…
Columbia bans child marriage
After a long and exhausting 17-year campaign and eight failed attempts to push legislation through the house and senate, Colombia has finally outlawed child marriage.
According to The Guardian, a debate was held on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, where legislators discussed the issue at hand. After the five hour debate, the bill was approved into law, with the motto “They are Girls, Not Wives,”…
Student Spotlight on Chaasad-Yah Weldon
What’s your name?
Chaasad-Yah Weldon
Where are you from?
I’m from Brooklyn, New York and moved to Stroudsburg when I was five.
What is 1 fun fact about yourself? (2-3 sentences)
My name is Hebrew for God’s Mercy. ¨Chaasad¨ means Mercy, and “-Yah” means god.
What are your future plans after high school?
I want to attend F.I.T (Fashion Institution of Technology) while…
Happy Birthday, Mrs. Krock
The Mountaineer staff would like to wish Mrs. Krock a very Happy Birthday!
Quiet Valley Farms Winter Tours
Enjoy hot cocoa, warm cider, cookies, a stroll through the winter forest, the Nativity scene, or stories by the fireplace in a cabin. More information here at Quiet Valley Farms.
“The Addams Family” casting announcment
The cast list for the school musical “The Addams Family” was released and practice for the show is beginning this week.
Characters of this musical includes Wednesday Addams, Gomez Addams, Morticia Addams, Puggsley Addams, Fester Addams, Grandmama Addams, Alice Beineke, Mal Beineke, Lucas Beineke, Lurch, and the ancestors/ensemble. …
FBLA makes an impact on Stroudsburg community
.…Stroudsburg Swimming takes on Delaware Valley
On Friday, December 6, the Stroudsburg High School co-ed swim team took on Delaware Valley High School at home. The final scores of the meet were Girls 35-59 and Boys 42 to 52.
The team has had two meets so far going 1-1 in those contests. The swim team has many new members this year and the coaches are excited to see where they take us…
“IPad Kids”
Generation Z (Gen Z) often uses the term “iPad kids” when talking about Generation Alpha (Gen Alpha). What does this term mean, and are teenagers more aware of the negative effect unlimited internet use has on kids than adults may think?
Parents describe an iPad kid as “a child with excessive screen time.”
The criticism Gen Z has for these iPad kids isn’t spineless, research has found…
Boy’s Basketball ornament fundraiser
The SHS basketball team is hosting an ornament fundraiser. See the attached flyer for information.
Doniko Collins gets a special nomination
Doniko Collins was nominated by Mrs.Keller for a student spotlight because he is empathetic to others; he is passionate about history, creative writing and making a difference in the lives of others.
What’s your favorite color?
It’s a mix of black and white.
Where are you from?
Fortunately from PA
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Being a therapist and building my own research…
Meet Hope
Hi, my name is Hope and I am 3 years old. I am good with kids and other cats. I love sleeping and I am very cuddly. I also love to play.
By sharing Hope’s spotlight on your own social media pages, you can help.
Age: 3 years old
Gender: Female
Size: Medium
Neutered or Spayed: Spayed
Color: Grey and White
How long has she been there: 3 years
Where: Blue Mountain Animal Rescue Society
Model Congress goes to Washington D.C.
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SHS Model Congress students and advisors taking a picture in front of the entrance to the Capitol Dome.
Submitted by Sophia Hann, '26.Aevidum club update
Mrs. Giordano is now the co-advisor of Aevidum since Mrs. Tkach has retired from teaching at Stroudsburg. This past month in Aevidum, members hosted a table outside of the cafeteria on “World Kindness Day,” and had a “kindness challenge” jar. Students choose a challenge written on a piece of paper, from the jar, and complete the challenge like holding the door for someone, thanking teachers, and…
Battle of the trees has been decided but who will snatch the cash prize this year?
What’s Warnaments? Here you go.
Stroudsburg High School has three live trees, one for each class to decorate. Trees were selected from a local tree farm and donated by the SHS administration.
The Class of 2025 chose a gold-themed tree and will have their tree displayed in the Main lobby of the high school.
The Class of 2026 chose to decorate a silver-themed tree which will be located…
DEI Hosting Movie Night
DEI will be hosting a movie night Wednesday, December 18.
¨How The Grinch Stole Christmas,¨ starring Jim Carrey, will be screened in room F105 right after school.
Drinks and snacks will be provided to everyone.
Don´t worry about an entry free, it’s free!