A communication from Sun Valley High School Interim Principal
Linda S. Giles Ed. D.
January 18, 2021
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Dear Sun Valley families,
Here is a look at what is ahead for the week of January 17, 2022:
- Tuesday, January 18th is Day 5 (ODD)
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Wednesday, January 19th is Day 6 (EVEN). Quarterly PTO Meeting 5:30 PM via Zoom.
- Thursday, January 20th is Day 7 (ODD). Parent/Teacher Conferences (see above).
- Friday, January 21st is Day 8 (EVEN)
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Please join me in welcoming Mr. Michael Johnson to our family. He is our new learning support teacher who will be starting on January 18th. |
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Attention Seniors, please complete the survey sent to you via Schoology Messenger and posted in the Class of 2022 group on Schoology to help us prepare for the end of the year. |
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Mock Trial meeting January 18th, after school in B-248. |
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Science help is available after school on Mondays and Wednesdays in room B-250. Please sign up for the late bus if needed. |
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Attention all students: Yearbooks are currently on sale and selling fast. Be sure to place your order soon at www.jostens.com.
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Cheerleaders will be performing at the Ches-Mont League Championship on 1/22/22 at Bishop Shanahan High School. Come on out and show your support for our teams.
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Our winter sports teams are in full swing. These sports include basketball, wrestling, swimming, indoor track and competition cheer. Please check the athletics link SVHS Athletic Events for a complete schedule of this week’s games.
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Exciting happenings in Performing Arts |
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Sun Valley saw a record number of students qualify for District and Regional Choir this year!
Sun Valley had 9 students make it to the PMEA District Choir which will be held on 2/4 at Unionville Highschool at 7:30pm. Congratulations to:
Autumn Brown, Kierra Johnson, Avery Landis, Madison Meehan, Samantha Young, Pat Willey
The SV Choir Department had 5 members make it into the PMEA Region Choir Festival to be held on March 25th at Methacton High School at 7:30pm. These students will also try out for the PMEA All State Choir. That audition will be on 2/13. Congratulations to:
Autumn Brown, Kierra Johnson, Avery Richardson,
Madison Meehan, Je'myah Richardson.
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The Choir is prepping for The Decades Show on February 2 starting at 6:30pm. Tickets will go on sale the week of January 24th.
SVHS Drama Club just kicked off rehearsals. This year, the musical is Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! The show will run from Thursday, March 17-Saturday, March 19.
PLEASE NOTE ALL PERFORMANCES BY CHORUS AND THE DRAMA CLUB WILL BE HELD IN THE NORTHLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL THEATER DUE TO CONSTRUCTION AT SUN VALLEY.
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Delaware County Technical School Information |
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Tech will be closed January 25 and 26 |
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The Delaware County Technical School Application for the 2022-23 school year is now open. Please read below before completing an application:
Who can apply for DCTS for the 22-23 School Year?
- Current 9th graders can apply to the Cosmetology program for next year.
- Current 10th and 11th graders can apply to any DCTS program.
I am currently a DCTS student, do I need to reapply for next year?
- No, if you are a current DCTS student you will continue to be enrolled in your current program next year.
When will I know if I am accepted to DCTS?
- DCTS will let students know in April/May if they were accepted to the program.
When is the deadline to apply?
- Applications are reviewed in the order they are received. It is recommended that students complete the applications as soon as possible, but no later than February 28, 2022.
APPLICATION PROCESS
- Students will need to create an account and complete the online DCTS application. Students MUST use a PERSONAL EMAIL ADDRESS when completing the application.
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To complete the online application, click here to directed to the DCTS website for the DCTS APPLICATION FOR 2022-23
- Students applying to MED CAREERS (for rising seniors only) will need to also complete the supplemental application which can be found on the DCTS website in the above link.
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The Delaware County Technical School will be hosting virtual open house events in January for students and parents to learn more about the programs offered at DCTS. If you are interested in attending one or more of the virtual open houses, please register soon. Advanced registration is required.
If you have any questions, please contact your/your child's counselor:
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Staff Member of the Week: December |
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Each week a staff member is selected by a colleague as Staff Member of the Week. This Spotlighted employee shares their favorite music, books, movies etc.. with the entire staff. Thank you for helping us applaud these AMAZING Sun Valley ROCKSTARS!
Mrs. Buckmaster Social Studies: (nominated by Mr. Quintans)
Teacher by day, ninja by night, Buckmaster is a master of all trades. Whether it’s utilizing her bubbly and contagious personality in the classroom or her vigilance on cafeteria duty, she makes the Sun Valley experience better for each student. Buck comes to work with a solution-oriented mindset and goes the extra mile to help all at Sun Valley. She works on multiple committees that continue to make this school better and continues to always lend a helping hand.
Ms. Turk: Science (nominated by Mrs. Buckmaster)
Mad scientist or master chemist? It doesn't matter! Ms. Turk is continually lauded by her students as a great Chem teacher and can also be found on the Ultimate Frisbee fields in the winter. Ms. Turk is a valued member of the staff who brings years of experience from her previous places of employment. She is a sound giver of advice on many matters and is dedicated to the betterment of Sun Valley. Thank you for all you do Ms. Turk!
Mr. Nelson: Language Arts (nominated by Ms. Turk)
I have known Mr. Nelson longer than anyone else at Sun Valley, having worked together at our previous school. Mr. Nelson has brought a wealth of teaching experience with him to Sun Valley, and his dedication to his students is evident in his classroom, on the frisbee field, and through his role as sponsor of the class of 2025. Thank you, Mr. Nelson, for everything you do for our students and our school community!
Mr. Hill: Language Arts (nominated by Mr. Nelson)
Dan was my assigned mentor when I first started at SVHS, and he hasn't stopped mentoring yet. At any point of time, I know I can shoot him a text or make a call and get questions answered. And it's not just me, Dan has a wealth of knowledge that he freely offers to help out, all for the betterment of the school.
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Sun East Best Teacher Under the Sun Award |
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Sun East Federal Credit Union announced the Best Teacher Under the Sun Award nominations for the 2021-2022 school year. Teachers in our district are eligible for this award. School faculty, administrators, students, and parents may submit nominations for teachers. Go to our website for more information and an application.
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January 2022 Important Dates |
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Mid-Term Exams
Monday, January 24, 2022 - Friday, January 28, 2022
Early Dismissals Tuesday-Friday with 2 Exams daily
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Monday 1/24/22: Normal School Day for Review
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Tuesday 1/25/22: 10:45 Dismissal (Students are expected to attend tech and the bus from SVHS will be provided at 11:00am)
- Period 1 Class Exam 7:30 - 9:00am
- Period 2 Class Exam 9:05 - 10:35am
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Wednesday 1/26/22: 10:45 Dismissal (Students are expected to attend tech and the bus from SVHS will be provided at 11:00am)
- Period 3 Exam 7:30-9:00am
- Period 4 Exam 9:05-10:35am
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Thursday 1/27/22: 10:45 Dismissal (Students are expected to attend tech and the bus from SVHS will be provided at 11:00am)
- Period 7 Exam 7:30-9:00am
- Period 8 Exam 9:05-10:35am
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Friday 1/28/2022: 10:45 Dismissal (Students are expected to attend tech and the bus from SVHS will be provided at 11:00am)
- Period 5 Exam 7:30-9:00am
- Period 6 Exam 9:05-10:35am
During the exam schedule 1/25-1/28, students may come to school late or leave early if they have a lunch period or study hall during the exam days. They need to give a note to the main office attendance secretary (svhs-attendance@pdsd.org). Buses run at 7:30am and 10:45am
End of Marking Period 2 (pending snow days)
1/28/2022
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Scheduling for 2022-2023
Current 8th graders and parent information sessions will take place late January. Stay tuned for additional information from our guidance department
Teachers will begin to input their recommendations for core classes mid-late February.
Course selection for students in grades 9-11 will open in early March. Additional information from counselors will be available in the upcoming weeks.
Spring Break (pending snow dates):
4/11/22 through 4/15/22 No School for Students District Holiday
4/18/22 No School for Students/Flex Day for Teachers
Keystone Testing Window: Spring
5/16/22 through 5/27/2022
Class of 2022 Graduation at Neumann University-Mirenda Center
Tuesday, June 7, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
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We look forward to a great week at the Valley! |
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