Stroudsburg Area School District
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Welcome to the Stroudsburg Area School District, serving approximately 6,000 students in Monroe County, Pennsylvania.
123 Linden Street
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
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Student Spotlight on Kelysse Jackson
1. A Hobby of Yours?
Reading and watching movies
2. Accomplishment You’re Proud Of?
When I made varsity cheer
3. Favorite Food?
Broccoli cheddar mac and cheese and pasta
4. One Of Your Favorite Songs?
Sidelines – Phoebe Bridges
5. Your Ethnicity?
Trini and Puerto Rican
6. 1 Thing You Can’t Live Without?
My vaseline
7. Any Fears?
Bugs
8. What Do You Want To Do After High School?
I’m not 100% sure…
Meet Vlad
Hi, my name is Vlad, and I am 1 year old. I am shy but sweet. I love cuddles. I’m very playful and pudgy.
Help Vlad find a home by sharing his spotlight on your social media page.
You can also help by making a donation to your local animal shelter or volunteering at one.
Age: 1 year old
Gender: Female
Size: Small
Color: Black and White
Spayed/…
Welcome Pope Leo XIV
On May 8, 2025, Robert Francis Prevost was elected pope 267, succeeding Pope Francis. He chose the papel name “Leo XIV.”
According to The New York Times, “From the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, the pope delivered his first public remarks since taking over as leader of the Roman Catholic Church. He urged the world to seek peace and remember those who suffer.”
His contenders has been…
Another student original composition debuts
On Friday, May 9, 2025, the Stroudsburg High School Music Department continued its annual tradition of the Hall of Fame concert.
Earlier in the year, the three conductors, Janice Lee, Wendy Wilson, and Skip Cassady, organized an assembly to announce the theme for the concert. The show was announced to contain songs from the musical “Wicked,” after the movie was previously released in November of…
Vietnam Vets of America
If you are a child, stepchild, grandchild, step grandchild, or great grandchild, step great grandchild of a Vietnam/Vietnam Era Veteran, check out this scholarship! Make sure to complete a transcript request form and submit all completed materials to guidance so it can be sent out with your transcript.
Applications are due on June 30, 2025. More information can be found in the guidance…
TSA members advance from states to nationals
Have you ever been interested in competing in events related to Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics? If yes, then Stroudsburg High School (SHS) has the perfect club for you!
The Technology Student Association (TSA) at SHS competed against other schools in the state on April 27, 2025, in all the STEM subjects. These kids have been preparing for their respective events since September…
Fun & Fitness Day prevails despite gloomy weather
Despite the disappointing forecast for the week of May 5 to May 9, the Varsity Sports Club at Stroudsburg High School hosted its 40th annual Fun & Fitness Day at the SHS stadium on May 8, 2025. From 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., 4th graders from all schools at SASD enjoyed many outdoor activities that encourage good physical health.
Varsity S is a sports-based club at SHS, advised by Kimberly Brown…
SHS food pantry provides students with more than food
In January 2025, Maria Gondella and Ilene Austin started a food pantry for Stroudsburg High School.
They spearheaded the food pantry because they saw a need and knew we had many food-insecure students here at Stroudsburg.
“We knew that if people are hungry, it makes it hard to focus on school, so we wanted to help students and their families,” shared reading specialist, Maria Gondella…
2025 Primary election only days away
The 2025 primary elections are fast approaching and are set to take place on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
The following seats are open for Monroe County: Court of Common Pleas, Magisterial Judge, Judge of the Superior Court, Coroner, Stroudsburg School Director at Large, Judge of the Commonwealth Court, Treasurer, Council Member, Tax Collector, Judge of Election, Inspector of Election, and…
Madisen Dullen – Northampton Community College
What are you doing after high school?
4 year school/Bachelor’s Degree
Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below:
Northampton Community College
What major or career do you plan to pursue?
Nursing
Angelina Acosta – Temple University
What are you doing after high school?
More than 4 years/Bachelor’s Degree plus credits
Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below:
Temple University
What major or career do you plan to pursue?
Pre-Pharmacy
Adam Milano – Northampton Community College
What are you doing after high school?
2 year school
Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below:
Northampton Community College
What major or career do you plan to pursue?
Computer Science
Stroudsburg Track ends season strong
On Monday, April 28, the Stroudsburg track and field teams headed to Pleasant Valley to take on the Bears for their final meet of the season. Entering this competition, the Mounties were 4-3, both boys and girls. After taking over the Cavalier Invitational, Stroudsburg was ready to end their season above .500, and that they did. The boys beat the Bears 88-62, while the girls won by a landslide,…
Meet Prince
Hi, my name is Prince, and I am 1 year old. I love to cuddle. I love to play. I’m more of the alpha type.
Help Prince find a home by sharing his spotlight on your social media page.
You can also help by making a donation to your local animal shelter or volunteering at one.
Age: 1 year old
Gender: Male
Size: Medium
Color: Black
Spayed/Neutered:…
Mini Thon breaks $100k goal
Mini-Thon continues to be one of the biggest events in the Stroudsburg Area School District. This year, the students were able to reach new heights with 422 participants raising a grand total of $102,020.98. Stroudsburg surpassed last year’s total of $90,801.05!
Each year, the theme of Mini-Thon is different from the last. Everyone looks forward to the big reveal of the new T-shirt design and…
Prom photos wanted
We want your prom photos! Share your best poses with the Mountaineer Newspaper so we can create a gallery of memories to preserve forever. You can submit up to five photos.
Fill out the form and you’re all done.
Thank you for sharing.
The Mountaineer Staff
Masayoshi Takanaka
Masayoshi Takanaka, a Chinese-Japanese guitarist known for his unique style of music, was born in Tokyo, Japan, on March 27, 1953. Later during the 1960’s he joined his first band called “Escape” where he performed in multiple U.S. military bases in Tokyo, according to the Discogs website.
He gained his popularity during the 1970s through the 1980s, when he produced multiple albums. “Can I Sing…
Leah Gerken – Flordia Atlantic University
What are you doing after high school?
More than 4 years/Bachelors plus credits
Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below:
Flordia Atlantic University
What major or career do you plan to pursue?
Exercise Science
Brianna Coykendall – Penn State University
What are you doing after high school?
4 year school/Bachelor’s Degree
Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below:
Penn State University
What major or career do you plan to pursue?
Art Education
Joselle Villafane – Bloomsburg University
What are you doing after high school?
4 year school/Bachelor’s Degree, Masters Degree
Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below:
Bloomsburg University
What major or career do you plan to pursue?
Nursing
Armani Crepso – Northampton Community College
What are you doing after high school?
Trade School, Military
Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below:
Northampton Community College
What major or career do you plan to pursue?
Working on power lines
Bahina Belotte – Kutztown University
What are you doing after high school?
4 year school/Bachelor’s Degree
Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below:
Kutztown University
What major or career do you plan to pursue?
Business
Lyba Ali – University of Pittsburgh
What are you doing after high school?
4 year school/Bachelor’s Degree, Doctorate or PhD
Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below:
University of Pittsburgh
What major or career do you plan to pursue?
Pre-Exercise Science with a minor in Marketing