Showcase – Mountaineer

Students showcase their original poems for National Poetry Month

Isabella Pretell, Valerie Camacho, Staff Writer

April 14, 2019

Calling all creative writers! Here is a great opportunity to share your poems and celebrate National Poetry Month, which runs throughout the month of April. National Poetry Month began in 1996 as a celebration to raise awareness and appreciation for the art of poetry. It's organized by the Academy...

SHS Track & Field wins first away meet of the season!

Helana Hunter, Staff Photographer

April 10, 2019

Filed under Showcase, Sports

The boys and girls cross country teams dominates against Pocono Mountain West at their first away meet of the season. Check out the photo gallery from the meet and see if you or your friends are featured!

SHS faces that look like famous people

Helana Hunter, Staff Photographer

April 9, 2019

Filed under Entertainment, Showcase

These SHS faces look nearly identical to some very famous faces. Perhaps it proves that looking like a celebrity may be the next best thing to actually being one. SHS has quite a few students and staff that resemble celebrities, ranging from actors to singers, and even a few cartoon characters. Thes...

Purchase your SHS yearbook by April 1

Kimberly Sanchez, Staff Writer

March 27, 2019

Filed under Clubs & Activities, Showcase

You flip through your yearbook and see the laughing faces of your classmates. Among them, you spot yourself wearing braces and the old big framed glasses. Homecoming. You smile as you remember the amazing time you had back in the day. Well, now is the time to buy your book filled with priceless hi...

The Social Media & Comment Contest begins Today, March 19!

March 18, 2019

Filed under Showcase

March Madness Giraffe Contest: Take a photo with Ralph!

Alanna Christman, Staff Writer

March 6, 2019

Filed under Contests, Showcase

Take a photo with Ralph the Giraffe and DM it to any of our social media accounts(@'s below) for the chance to win a Popcorn Buddha gift card! NOTE: If any students would like their photo included in the Mountaineer's Giraffe contest photo gallery, let us know when sending us the photo. If any sta...

Mountaineer March Madness hits halls of SHS

Bryanna Morykan, Staff Writer

March 2, 2019

Filed under Developing Coverage, Showcase

The Mountaineer newspaper staff is going mad! A whole month of give-away prizes, special features, and contests. Who does that? The answer is our staff. It is our way of saying thank you to the incredible number of students and staff the have visited our site at shsnews.org and followed us on social...

Enjoy Dr. Seuss’ Green Eggs and Ham Brunch this Sunday

Alanna Christman, Staff Writer

March 1, 2019

Filed under News, Showcase

Dr. Suess is on the loose, and the whole community can experience the famous book and its characters while enjoying a delicious breakfast. Dr.Suess’ Green Eggs and Ham Brunch will take place at the Chipperfield Elementary School from 11 a.m - 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 3. Dr. Suess was a famous...

“You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” to be performed for free this Saturday

Gabriel Howard, Staff Writer

February 28, 2019

Filed under Entertainment, Events happening in the community, News, Showcase

Anyone who grew up with the newspaper delivered to their front door knows about Sunday comic strips. Garfield, Zits, Family Circus, and many more have been a part of countless childhoods. Comics have been around for a long time, and they are not stopping anytime soon. One comic series that continues to spark...

King of Hearts Pep Rally pumps up student body!

Helana Hunter, Staff Photographer

February 19, 2019

Filed under Showcase

The King of Hearts Pep Rally consisted of a presentation of the King of Hearts candidates, performances by the Marching Band, Step Team, and Colorguard, as well as other activities. The class of 2019 King of Hearts nominees included: Sergio Butron, Adam Adam, Shu-Yu Chen, Gabriel Howard, Sami Khamis, Benny...

Unique Valentine’s Day cards on sale during all lunches

Alanna Christman, Staff Writer

February 7, 2019

Filed under Clubs & Activities, Showcase

Environmental Club members practice what they preach: they used old newspapers to create beautiful, original Valentine’s Day cards! Students may purchase these thoughtful cards during all lunches for 50 cents each. Proceeds go to the Environmental Club. The cards will be available until February...

Attention music lovers: Comment your February Playlist today!

Alanna Christman, Staff Writer

January 14, 2019

Filed under Entertainment, Showcase

It’s the month of January, when school is restarting and everyone’s slowly falling into the new year. February excites us into the world of hearts for Valentine’s Day! February is the month of dazzling romances and trustworthy friendships, so we have a theme. . .love songs and break up songs! Please...