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Vibrant M&M's scattered, showcasing their irresistible charm and playful colors.
Peanut Butter Jelly Time!
Digital illustration created by Hailey Abba, Journalism 1, captures the essence of the civilized debate between J.D. Vance and Tim Walz.
Vice Presidential debate underwhelms
CVS cold and flu aisle is stocked but the CDC is offering 4 free Covid tests per family.
Free Covid Test Kits
Hailey Abba, Journalism 1, created a digital illustration of Earth and its temporary second moon.
Earth’s New Friend
The recent book ban trend has affected over 10,000 titles including both classic and contemporary novels.
Florida book ban spirals out of control
Pocono Art Council building on 530 Main Street, Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania is scheduled to close its doors on September 30, 2024.
Pocono Art Council Official Closing
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Awareness ribbon drawn by Staff writer Andrew Polanco Then
September Mindfulness
The list of possible musicals for 2025 displayed outside the chorus room.
Musical Preparation Begins!
"It Ends With Us" books with different covers, including the movie cover, on display at a book store.
“It Ends With Us” movie sparks conversation on domestic violence
Lara DeFreitas, '25, earned a spot as our first Sensational Senior. With her long-time commitment on the volleyball team, she is a key member of the team.
Sensational Seniors
Matt Wall, Kasey Carpio, and Ryan Jean received the Elmer Gates Award, May 24. Photo submitted by Maria Hafler, adviser.
MCTI students continue to earn accolades
May 12, DeSales University hosted National Signing Day for MCTI students. Matt Walls, 12, and Wyatt Staples, 12, were two of the Stroudsburg High School students who signed intentions.
DeSales University hosts National Signing Day for MCTI students
MCTI senior, Wyatt Staples, studies Welding while working at E.F. Possinger & Sons as part of the Cooperative program. Photo courtesy of MCTI Adviser, Gregg Angeli.
MCTI students pursue their dream careers
Hand drawing of famous women: Taylor Swift, Emma Watson, and Rachel Zegler. Sketch by Andrew Polanco 10.
The unfair treatment of female celebrities
K-pop is listened to globally by people of many different cultures and ethnicity.
The influence of Korean pop outside of Korea
High school students getting ready to play a game in phys. ed class
Should physical education be required in public schools?
Toxic masculinity could be as simple as a seemingly harmless joke.
The harmful effects of toxic masculinity
These are the books One of Us Is Lying,by Karen M. McManus, and Defending Jacob, by William Landay.
The mystery behind finding a new read
Mr. Burke dons a chef hat and coat while assisting in the SHS kitchen. Photo shared by Assistant Principal, Christine Gangaware.
September meeting reveals double departure
Kona Maronpot, senior, is the 2024-2025 Student Representative for the SHS School Board and a monthly contributor to The Mountaineer Newspaper.
Stroudsburg Welcomes A New Student Rep To The Board
Girl's wrestling comes to SHS
Girl’s wrestling comes to SHS
The Monroe Career & Technical Institute has big plans for the future.
MCTI expects new programs and renovations
Clearview Elementary sits in freshly coated snow as snow continues to fall.
Clearview Elementary sees renovations in its future
Digital illustration created by Hailey Abba, Journalism 1, captures the essence of the civilized debate between J.D. Vance and Tim Walz.
Vice Presidential debate underwhelms
Juniors Lila Smedley and Tanya Sathapornwongkul at the voter registration table at the activity fair.
Register To Vote!
Collage of presidential candidate signs designed to properly show case both sides.
The Presidential Debate prompts more questions
The PA restaurant and lodging association scholarship is intended for high school seniors
PA restaurant and lodging association scholarship
This scholarship is intended for students planning on attending a technical school
Donald Lynch scholarship
This scholarship is intended for students planning on studying environmental science
Gary R. Brown Environmental scholarship
This scholarship is a merit-based scholarship but financial information is also required
Hagan scholarship
This is meant for students intending on studying botany and agricuture
Monroe County Garden Club scholarship
The boys soccer team huddles up at the start of an intense game.
Boys’ Soccer snaps 5-Game losing streak
The updated MLB Postseason Bracket, featuring the LDS matchups.
2024 MLB League Division Series Preview
Stroudsburg charging out of the tunnel onto the field, led by C Emaunel Laboy, '25, who is carrying an American flag. Game on September 20, 2024.
Football prepares to honor their seniors
Lara DeFreitas, '25, earned a spot as our first Sensational Senior. With her long-time commitment on the volleyball team, she is a key member of the team.
Stroudsburg sweeps rival East Stroudsburg South
Stroudsburg Volleyball huddles during game on September 14, 2024.
Volleyball loses against Jim Thorpe
Aiden Nieman running during last week's meet at Stroudsburg Junior High School.
Stroudsburg’s Pocono Record Athlete of the Week Nominees
The boys soccer team huddles up at the start of an intense game.
Boys’ Soccer snaps 5-Game losing streak
The updated MLB Postseason Bracket, featuring the LDS matchups.
2024 MLB League Division Series Preview
Stroudsburg charging out of the tunnel onto the field, led by C Emaunel Laboy, '25, who is carrying an American flag. Game on September 20, 2024.
Football prepares to honor their seniors
Lara DeFreitas, '25, earned a spot as our first Sensational Senior. With her long-time commitment on the volleyball team, she is a key member of the team.
Stroudsburg sweeps rival East Stroudsburg South
Stroudsburg Volleyball huddles during game on September 14, 2024.
Volleyball loses against Jim Thorpe
Friends Burial Grounds, on Ann St. in Stroudsburg, PA was founded by Quakers and is now associated with lehighvalleyquakers.org.
October Ghost Stories
Vinyl album covers of Megan Moroney, Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, and Olivia Rodrigo.
Find concerts near us!
Fall Quiz
This year's editors chose to kick off the school year with a Spider-man theme: Get Caught up in Mountaineer News.
Get Caught up in Mountaineer News
Posters of the anime Fate/Grand Order for sale in Walmart.
Anime is moving at a steady pace
Anna Kirby, Haley Dreisbach, Morgan Tucker, Kamrin Hock. Photo submitted by Haley Dreisbach.
2024 Prom Gallery
The cast take their final bow at the end of their one act play.
Drama 2 class performs mind blowing play
Executive members of Mini-thon take a moment to pose for a picture in the photo booth. Photo courtesy of Ms. Davis, Mini-thon, adviser.
2024 Mini-Thon Photo Gallery
Stroudsburg Junior High School Art 1 projects such as portraits and close ups.
Check out the Stroudsburg Area School District 44th Annual art show photo gallery
Four Broadway Stars discover cause for good press.
Check out the photo gallery from The Prom the musical!
Chris Herren and Jaden Harper speak during the interview.
Former NBA Player Chris Herren joins the podcast
Netflix’s Beef is frighteningly realistic
Episode 2: Coaches Richmond and El-Bassiouni
Mountaineer Athletics Podcast Episode 1: Coach Miller
"Do The Right Thing" is a civil rights masterpiece created by Spike Lee
Do The Right Thing – A Mountaineer Movie Review
Chris Herren and Jaden Harper speak during the interview.
Former NBA Player Chris Herren joins the podcast
Mystery of the Mountaineer
Mystery of the Mountaineer
Seniors return to Chipperfield Elementary to visit former teachers. This is the second year for the "senior walk".
Welcome to SHS senior walk
Stroudsburg's stand out track athletes
Stroudsburg’s stand out track athletes
Sierra Thieme, 12, Samuel Pusey, 12, and Tess Nowosad, 10, create sculptures in Ms. Wert's class.
SHS art department’s hard-working community
Fall Quiz
March has been declared as Women's History Month and is celebrated internationally on March 8.
March is Women’s History Month
Shamrocks and buckets of gold aren't the only things related to March.
March Trivia Quiz
What would your job be at the North Pole?
What would your job be at the North Pole?
Happy Thanksgiving! Take the quiz, "What Thanksgiving dish are you?"
Happy Thanksgiving! Take the quiz, “What Thanksgiving dish are you?”
The Mountaineer Newspaper likes to feature sophomores, juniors, and seniors in the newspaper each week. Created by Peyton Costigan and Chelsea Castellanos.
We want to Spotlight you!
Samuel Diola, '25, driving the ball towards the end of the course
Sensational Seniors: Samuel Diola
Student Norah McCabe, 25', sitting in the grass as the Stroudsburg Pride Festival.
Student Spotlight on Norah McCabe
Technology Education teacher, Suarez, also coaches SHS baseball.
Teacher Feature on Mr. Suarez
Lara DeFreitas, '25, earned a spot as our first Sensational Senior. With her long-time commitment on the volleyball team, she is a key member of the team.
Sensational Seniors
The Mountaineer Newspaper likes to feature sophomores, juniors, and seniors in the newspaper each week. Created by Peyton Costigan and Chelsea Castellanos.
We want to Spotlight you!
Student Norah McCabe, 25', sitting in the grass as the Stroudsburg Pride Festival.
Student Spotlight on Norah McCabe
Lara DeFreitas, '25, earned a spot as our first Sensational Senior. With her long-time commitment on the volleyball team, she is a key member of the team.
Sensational Seniors
Photo of Stroudsburg French student Ludivine Leroy smiling and enjoying herself.
Student Spotlight on Ludivine Leroy
Photo of Stroudsburg High School Student William Awuah smiling into the camera.
Student Spotlight on William Awuah
Technology Education teacher, Suarez, also coaches SHS baseball.
Teacher Feature on Mr. Suarez
Ms.Cosgrove the school nurse within the Jr.high posing at her desk
Staff Feature on Ms. Cosgrove Junior High School Nurse
Ms.Giordano our new biology teacher sitting at her desk
Teacher Feature on Ms.Giordano
Teacher Feature on Ms. Symons
Teacher Feature on Ms. Symons
Ms.Moucha Jr.High School Counselor posing with a dog from their "Smooch a Pooch" event. Photo courtesy of Ms. Moucha.
Staff Feature on Junior High School Counselor Ms. Moucha
Samuel Diola, '25, driving the ball towards the end of the course
Sensational Seniors: Samuel Diola
Lara DeFreitas, '25, earned a spot as our first Sensational Senior. With her long-time commitment on the volleyball team, she is a key member of the team.
Sensational Seniors
Have a very happy birthday Ms. Griswold! Wishing you all the best.
Happy Birthday to all!
Submit your favorite photo to spotlight someone special on their birthday.
Birthday Spotlights are now available
SHS Main office staff picture: left to right. Assistant Principal, Christine Gangaware, Jessica Smith, Dawn Maletz, Nicole Litts, and Jena Gmelch. Back row: Mr. Sodl and Mr. Burke. Photo submitted by Christine Gangaware.
Happy Belated Birthday, Mr. Sodl
Mr. Doney teaches physics, but apparently, in his younger years, before teaching, he worked as a steel worker. Who knew?
Happy Birthday, Mr. Doney
Provided by Chase Lentz
Happy Birthday Abram Demarest!
Ryan Jean- Northampton community college
Ryan Jean- Northampton community college
Sidney Lindner- Northampton Community College
Sidney Lindner- Northampton Community College
Arianna Colon- Northampton Community College
Arianna Colon- Northampton Community College
Zoe-Marie Brown- North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
Zoe-Marie Brown- North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
Jayla quinones- Northampton community college
Jayla quinones- Northampton community college
Pocono Art Council building on 530 Main Street, Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania is scheduled to close its doors on September 30, 2024.
Pocono Art Council Official Closing
The list of possible musicals for 2025 displayed outside the chorus room.
Musical Preparation Begins!
Balloon Booth, a simple reminder that balloons are a classic favorite and befitting of many occasions.
The National Museum of Toys wants you to vote
The title page of "The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde decorated with flowers and a paint brush to symbolize themes within the book.
Netflix announces “Picture of Dorian Gray” adaptation
Posters of the anime Fate/Grand Order for sale in Walmart.
Anime is moving at a steady pace
Pictures of Lurch located at 3219 Godfrey Ridge Drive in Stroudsburg, PA 18360. Photos provided by Awesom/ John Auer.
Help Lurch find a home
Dill pickles are a favorite addition to lunch or a sandwich. Fried pickles have become the latest appetizer trend, and the latest TikTok Keto fad is chickles.
Pickle Me Poconos Festival!
Autumn leaves begin to change in late September and early October. Check for peak fall foliage viewing in your area online.
Harvest the fun while weather permits
Turbo is located at the Blue Mountain Animal Rescue Society in Stroudsburg, PA. Photo shared with permission from BMARS social media Facebook page.
Turbo needs a home
Fall activities are in full swing. Get out there and enjoy the change of seasons.
Fall Fest at Camelback
Pictures of Lurch located at 3219 Godfrey Ridge Drive in Stroudsburg, PA 18360. Photos provided by Awesom/ John Auer.
Help Lurch find a home
Turbo is located at the Blue Mountain Animal Rescue Society in Stroudsburg, PA. Photo shared with permission from BMARS social media Facebook page.
Turbo needs a home
Dill pickles are a favorite addition to lunch or a sandwich. Fried pickles have become the latest appetizer trend, and the latest TikTok Keto fad is chickles.
Pickle Me Poconos Festival!
Autumn leaves begin to change in late September and early October. Check for peak fall foliage viewing in your area online.
Harvest the fun while weather permits
Fall activities are in full swing. Get out there and enjoy the change of seasons.
Fall Fest at Camelback
Pumpkins and mums represent traditional fall decorations for porches and never go out of style.
Oktoberfest kicks off at Blue Mountain Resort
The Mountaineer Newspaper likes to feature sophomores, juniors, and seniors in the newspaper each week. Created by Peyton Costigan and Chelsea Castellanos.
We want to Spotlight you!
The PEEC is hosting an Owl Prowl for the community. Shared by www.peec.org.
Owl Prowl
Pocono Environmental Educational Center offers a variety of activities for the community. Shared by www.peec.org.
Harvest Festival
Dill pickles are a favorite addition to lunch or a sandwich. Fried pickles have become the latest appetizer trend, and the latest TikTok Keto fad is chickles.
Pickle Me Poconos Festival!
CVS cold and flu aisle is stocked but the CDC is offering 4 free Covid tests per family.
Free Covid Test Kits
Mr. Getz is set to become the new principal at Hamilton Elementary!
Mr. Getz to become Principal at Hamilton Elementary!
Teachers set for retirement at SJHS
Teachers set for retirement at SJHS
Julia Saurman smiling for a picture in the mirror.
Freshman Spotlight on Julia Saurman
The logos that make up the NHLs Pacific division
Examining the NHLs best players: The Pacific
Zackarey Tomko posing for a picture outdoors.
Cyber Spotlight on Freshman Zackarey Tomko
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Lana Modestile

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer

I am Lana Modestile. I am a senior this year in Stroudsburg and I play volleyball for our school. This is my first year in journalism.This is just an elective to me but I am still excited in reporting the school sports news.

 

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Lara DeFreitas, '25, earned a spot as our first Sensational Senior. With her long-time commitment on the volleyball team, she is a key member of the team.

Stroudsburg sweeps rival East Stroudsburg South

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
October 3, 2024
Stroudsburg Volleyball huddles during game on September 14, 2024.

Volleyball loses against Jim Thorpe

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
October 2, 2024
Stroudsburg Volleyball team huddles up during game in September 2024.

Volleyball loses to Parkland

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
September 23, 2024
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