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A picture of Mr. Gary Schubert's 48-star flag from his collection.
Chipperfield Elementary celebrates Veterans’ Day
A collage made on Canva with Kamala Harris' quote from the 2024 presidential campaign.
Election Day brings big wins for Democrats
An I voted sticker that a voter receives after voting on election day.
Election results
The Kutztown University Rock Band performing for student of the Stroudsburg Music Department.
Stroudsburg Alumnus performs for Music Department Students
Various campaign signs located in Stroudsburg showcasing many candidates.
November 4 Election Day
Legend of Indigenous acting: Lily Gladstone
Legend of Indigenous acting: Lily Gladstone
Digital black and white image of cropped ballerina pointe shoes
Maria Tallchief
On June 21, 2025, Xfinity's pit crew unveiled the race cars at Pocono Raceway.
Local church partners with Pocono Raceway
Senior editors Olivia Celano and Alexis Binikos are "signing off" for the 2025 year with advisor Mrs.Appolo.
2024-25 Editors’ farewell
Ms. Gondella (Reading Specialist left) and Alexis Shair ('27 right) unpacking to give to students before they get on the bus Friday.
SHS food pantry provides students with more than food
Express sign in a New York Subway, the transportation that keeps the city running.
Zohran Mamdani, New York’s mayor
A guitar, cowboy hat, and cowboy boots displaying three essentials to a true cowboy.
“Ain’t In It For My Health” album review
Close up photo of a bowl of ice that people have been dumping over their heads for the Ice Bucket Challenge.
“Ice Bucket Challenge” makes a comeback
A page from "The Lightning Thief" where Percy talks about having ADHD.
Representation of neurodivergence
The cover of "Sunrise on the Reaping" zoomed in to the title and the golden animals.
“Sunrise on the Reaping” book review
School buses line up in preparation for dismissal. February School Board meeting recommends the purchase of several new buses. Photo credit: J. Appolo
February school board update
Kona Maronpot, senior, is the 2024-2025 Student Representative for the SHS School Board and a monthly contributor to The Mountaineer Newspaper.
January school board update
Mr. Robert Wood reads a comic; the primary focus of The Study of Graphic Novels course that is being added as an elective.
November school board update
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
Various campaign signs located in Stroudsburg showcasing many candidates.
November 4 Election Day
Beside a highway ramp, many candidate sign placed in the yard.
2025 Primary election only days away
A graphic provided by Hailey Abba representing Pennsylvania and its 19 electors for the 2024 election, divided by blue and red.
The Electoral College
The Hunger Games trilogy, with the light being at the end of Panem and the end of the revolution with "Mockingjay"
Politics in “The Hunger Games”
The American flag behind the cross, which symbolizes the bible that is a part of the inauguration.
President Trump sworn into office
A Mountie and a Cavalier fight off each other for the Mounties to take the ball to the end zone.
Stroudsburg Football season comes to an end
The inaugural logo of New York's Professional Women's Hockey League team
The rising interest in professional women’s ice hockey
The mounties gathering before heading back onto the field.
Stroudsburg Football clinches playoff berth
Jack Mitchell, '27 taking a moment to think on the sidelines.
Stroudsburg Football’s biggest game of the season
Stroudsburg players get hyped for the little brown jug game!
Homecoming Victory for Stroudsburg
James Ennis, '27, lining up at reciever before the play
Stroudsburg Football wins back to back games
The goalie for Stroudsburg's Field Hockey team, Tess Nowosad, '26, ready to defend against her opponents.
Girls Field Hockey hot after important week
Georgie English, '26, a key player for the Stroudsburg team, looking at her opponents in a very determined way.
Field Hockey recap
Madelyn Vargas, '27, spiking the ball like a professional in the game against Dieruff High School.
Stroudsburg out-spikes Dieruff
Madelyn Vargas, '27, jumps to spike the ball during the Liberty game.
Volleyball defeated by Liberty
Cory Kenshin's newest hit manga, Monsters We Make. And a message to his beloved fans.
“Monsters We Make” volume one
Liam Oh as Ray McAffey and Miles Heizer as Cameron Cope in 'Boots'
Netflix’s “Boots” labeled as “woke garbage”
A view of Metlife Stadium prior to My Chemical Romance's set
My Chemical Romance announces a tour extension
The senior girls nominated for Homecoming Queen posing for a group picture.
First ever Miss Mountie Pageant
"The Life of a Showgirl" album cover with Taylor representing the famous painting of Ophelia.
‘The Life Of A Showgirl’ album review
Two enlarged sculptures holding one another at the main entrance of at Grounds of Sculpture.
Art Students head to Grounds For Sculpture
Students from Stroudsburg High School posing for a group picture with students from other schools at the Media Day at Wilkes University.
Wilkes Trip Gallery
Keala Maronpot ,'28, gets together with Sophie Piggott, '28, and Olivia Selena, '28, for a trio picture.
HOCO Dance Gallery
The Stroudsburg Softball team stands on the foul line for the National Anthem. Credit to Victoria Lis/yearbook, shared with permission.
Softball Gallery 2025
Luke Powanda, '28, gets a hit at the Lehigh Valley Coca-Cola Park game.
Baseball gallery 2025
The Double Life podcast explores how students juggle "double lives" while playing multiple roles. Created with Canva Designs by Mountaineer Staff.
Double Life podcast: episode 3
The Double Life podcast features students who have busy lives, working, creating, leading, etc. Illustration created in Canva by Mountaineer staff.
Double Life podcast: episode 2
The Double Life podcast features students who have busy lives, working, creating, leading, etc. Illustration created in Canva by Mountaineer staff.
Double Life podcast: episode 1
Help Wanted for Mountaineer podcasts, if you are interested in being a guest on the next podcast check out the list of upcoming topics and add your name to the list. Created in Canva by Mountaineer staff.
Students entrepreneurs wanted
"Pop-Culture Play Book" podcast needs you
“Pop-Culture Play Book” podcast needs you
Are you smarter than a fourth grader?
Are you smarter than a fourth grader?
Developing a visual concept for a brand is all part of marketing. Created with Canva Designs by Mountaineer staff.
Making news visual
Girls wrestling reflects on historical first season
Essam Alrefai, '26, catches his breath on the court while he waits for the referees to decide on a point.
The history of Powder Puff
Come to Common Threads where you can find something for everyone!
Common Threads
Savana Arroyo poses in the Stroudsburg food pantry.
Can the Principal winner – Savana Arroyo!
Mr. Smith poses for a picture in his classroom.
Teacher Feature on Mr. Smith
Mrs.Jane Endress enjoying a day out on her boat with family Shared with Permission
Staff Feature on Ms.Endress
The Aevidum showcase by the library, to show SHS's biggest mental health club.
Mental health personnel at SHS
Joseph Belanger - Penn State Hazelton
Joseph Belanger – Penn State Hazelton
Savana Arroyo poses in the Stroudsburg food pantry.
Can the Principal winner – Savana Arroyo!
Meet Kelysse Jackson ‘26, apart of Stroudsburg High Schools varsity cheerleading team and SADD.
Student Spotlight on Kelysse Jackson
Klaryssa Pierre is a member of the Future Educators of America club. Photo provided by Klaryssa Pierre.
Student Spotlight on Klaryssa Pierre
Bryan N’diaye plays tennis and is a member of the Best Buddies Club. Photo provided by Bryan N’diaye ‘26.
Student Spotlight on Bryan N’diaye
Delany Jimenez, '27 participates in various clubs that increase our student morale and aid our environment. (Photo provided by Delany Jimenez).
Student Spotlight on Delany Jimenez
Mr. Smith poses for a picture in his classroom.
Teacher Feature on Mr. Smith
Mrs.Jane Endress enjoying a day out on her boat with family Shared with Permission
Staff Feature on Ms.Endress
Cara Walkowiak advises the NAACP club and also advises the Majorette Dance Step team. Photo submitted by C. Walkowiak.
Teacher Feature on Mrs. Walkowiak
Special Education teacher, Mauri DeMartino, pictured with her dog, Manny, and husband. Photo contributed by M. DeMartino.
Teacher Feature on Mrs. DeMartino
Mr. Benjamin, wife, and children pose for a family holiday portrait. Photo submitted by Mr. Benjamin and shared with permission.
Teacher Feature on Mr. Benjamin
Ana Karataseva, '27, and Lile Bekaia, '27, posing for a picture at track practice. Picture submitted by Lile Bekaia.
Happy Birthday, Lile Bekaia
Mr. Doney poses in his best 70s outfit for Disco Day during Homecoming Spirit Week.
Happy Birthday, Mr. Doney
Santino Baxter, sports team, and Olivia Celano, editor-in-chief, celebrate birthdays today. Created by Canva, J. Appolo.
Happy Birthday, Olivia Celano and Santino Baxter
Coach Miller performing his annual speech at the Homecoming Pep Rally trying to fire up the crowd in preparation for the Homecoming game.
Happy 50th Birthday, Mr. Miller
Jocelyn Ross teaches ESL at both the high school and the junior high buildings.
Happy Birthday, Mrs. Ross
Joseph Belanger - Penn State Hazelton
Joseph Belanger – Penn State Hazelton
Connor Bedeau - Broward College
Connor Bedeau – Broward College
Santino Baxter - Temple University
Santino Baxter – Temple University
Lucy Barzev - American International College
Lucy Barzev – American International College
Abena Aidoo - University of Pittsburgh
Abena Aidoo – University of Pittsburgh
Two enlarged sculptures holding one another at the main entrance of at Grounds of Sculpture.
Art Students head to Grounds For Sculpture
The marching band performing their halftime show on October 31st.
One last note
The color guard posing for a photo in the stands.
The Story Within the Spins
A picture of the Stroudsburg marching band of 2025 hanging up in the band room.
The Victors
A picture of the past uniforms of the Marching Band displayed on a wall in the band room.
Notes of the Past
Posed photo of a stuffed animal to represent a wild animal.
Extinct Animal Quiz
A close-up on white wood asters flowers, an ingredient used in making laxatives.
Spring break quiz
Addams Family Quiz
Addams Family Quiz
Photo via Pexels.com under the Creative Commons License
Test your character quiz
The Roman copy of a Greek statue of Homer, the author of the Iliad and Odyssey. Found at the Metropolitan Museum of Art
Greek Mythology quiz
Explore the Poconos, there are so many things to do this summer. Collage created with Canva Designs.
Here’s your summer bucket list
Signs outside Ramsey school showing when and what Ramsey will be used for when it re-opens.
Ramsey building revived
Members of the Antlers gather for their first meeting led by Sophie Best. Photo provided by Sophie Best, shared with permission.
Young hearts touch an old legacy
Slides made with Canva Designs by Crista Kopec.
The Elks and the Antlers video story
This picture of Dakota was taken by Camp Papillion and shared with permission.
Meet Dakota
SHS Live streaming is available for the 2025 commencement. Created with Canva Designs by Mountaineer Staff.
Commencement Live Stream
Shawnee Inn and Resort is hosting tram tours and candle making experiences from now through August. Flyer created by Emmayah Pope with Canva Designs.
Candle Making Experience
Prom of 2023, capture the memories and share them to preserve. (photo shared by SHS Yearbook) Prom Photo Form link provided in article.
Prom photos wanted
Mother's Day Buffet information can be found at the Kalahari website. Flyer made by Emmayah Pope with Canva.
Mother’s Day Buffet
Photo credit: Monroe County Conservation.
Monroe County Conservation
This picture of Dakota was taken by Camp Papillion and shared with permission.
Meet Dakota
This picture of Vlad was taken by Blue Mountain Animal Rescue Society and shared with permission.
Meet Vlad
This picture of Prince was taken by Blue Mountain Animal Rescue Society and shared with permission.
Meet Prince
Buzz is new to the shelter and has a brother named Woody. This picture of Buzz was taken by Camp Papillon and shared with permission.
Meet Buzz
This picture of Fred was taken by Blue Mountain Animal Rescue Society and shared with permission.
Meet Fred
NEPA Community Federal Credit Union Scholarship
NEPA Community Federal Credit Union Scholarship
Vietnam Vets of America
Vietnam Vets of America
Mountaineer Band Scholarship
Mountaineer Band Scholarship
Military Award Program
Military Award Program
Dr. Jean Dace Golden scholarship
Dr. Jean Dace Golden scholarship
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Softball Senior Night 2025 Izabella Hernandez, Bella Piper, Izzy Molinaro, Melissa Safin, Elena Trotter and Nathalie Rodriguez celebrate senior night against Pocono Mountain West.

Softball senior night celebrates with a win

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
May 5, 2025
Home plate is covered in dirt after nine innings of varsity softball play and two frames of overtime play against Pocono Mountain East.

Softball falls to PME in extra innings

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
April 24, 2025
SHS varsity softball takes the field against Pocono Mountain West and takes the win on April 15, 2025.

Softball faces Cardinals after Freedom loss

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
April 23, 2025
Jordan Cook pitched eight strikeouts against Pocono Mountain West on April 15, 2025.

Softball invokes “mercy- rule” against PMW

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
April 16, 2025
Izzy Molinero, '25 leads off to bat against Pocono Mountain West.

Stroudsburg loses a close game against Emmaus

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
April 11, 2025
Batterymates, SHS catcher, Dot Elko, '26, and SHS pitcher, Jordan Cook, '27, prove to be a winning combination.

Softball towers over East Stroudsburg North

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
April 4, 2025
Stroudsburg softball field prior to practice on March 26, 2025.

[Video] Softball strikes out South 9-0

Lana Modestile and Jordan Cook
March 24, 2025
Ross-Stulgaitis Stadium at Stroudsburg High School hosts track and field events for spring sports.

Track springs into 2025 season

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
March 10, 2025
Stroudsburg Girls' Basketball in action during game against East Stroudsburg South on December 5, 2025. The Mountaineers defeated South, 53-21.

Girls basketball beats PMW, heads to EPC playoffs

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
February 7, 2025
McKayla Strunk, '25, faces off against East Stroudsburg North on Senior Night and hits her 1000 point career high. Photo shared by Tory Bumford, yearbook staff.

Senior night win for Girls’ Basketball

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
January 30, 2025
McKayla Strunk, '25, sinks another 3-pointer and sets a record for most 3-point shots for SHS.

Strunk hits 1000 point milestone

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
January 23, 2025
East Stroudsburg South vs Stroudsburg on December 4, 2024.

Girls’ basketball victorious against rival Panthers

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
January 14, 2025
Seniors, McKayla Strunk, number 23, and Emily Bozena, number 10, have been leading scorers this season.

Lady Mountie basketball succumbs to Emmaus

Lana Modestile
January 9, 2025
Field Hockey completes winning season

Field Hockey completes winning season

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
November 18, 2024
Stroudsburg Volleyball huddles during game against Pleasant Valley on October 9, 2024.

Volleyball finishes off historic season

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
November 18, 2024
Cotoria McCarthy '26 spiking against the Bears

Second Round matchup for Volleyball

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
October 25, 2024
Stroudsburg Volleyball in action on October 9, 2024.

Volleyball wins first playoff game in school history

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
October 23, 2024
Stroudsburg varsity volleyball in action during a home game on October 9, against Pleasant Valley.

Volleyball gets ready for playoff action

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
October 23, 2024
Picture of the promotional poster of The Krabby Patty Meal taken during the sunset.

The Krabby Patty comes to Wendy’s

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
October 22, 2024
Stroudsburg Volleyball team huddles up during game in September 2024.

Volleyball gallery

Rebecca Dishong and Lana Modestile
October 18, 2024
Stroudsburg Volleyball huddles during game against Pleasant Valley on October 9, 2024.

Heartbreaking loss for Stroudsburg against Pleasant Valley

Lana Modestile, Staff Writer
October 15, 2024
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.

Volleyball 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

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September 23, 2024
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