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The penny will slowly be discontinued from production as per President Donald Trump, 2025. Photo by J. Appolo
Saying goodbye to the smallest coin in American currency
Support pillar on the second floor of Stroudsburg High School above the auditorium entrance.
Myanmar shook by earthquake
This is a collage of New York Storefronts on Broadway Street.
The cost of fast fashion
Nhyle Barron, ’27, checking out the US Army Air Force booth and speaking with their representative.
Career expo introduces students to jobs and more
A digital image used to express the inflated egg prices made on Canva.
Eggs crisis affects community
Well known medical symbols and equipment on a gray background. Created by Rebeca Dishong using Canva.com.
Innovative women of medicine
Stroudsburg High School student opening her bookbag to find an energy drink.
Dangers of energy drinks
Digital drawing of the first female CEO of a Fortune 500 company, Katharine Graham.
Katharine Graham
Crista Kopec, '26, trying to open the C Hallway bathroom on the first floor with no luck.
Bathroom lockdown predicament
A digital drawing of Academy Award winning actor Sidney Poitier, created by Hailey Abba.
Sidney Poitier
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”
An American football or pigskin is about 15 ounces and 12 inches long.
NFL trade update
Liquid gold for many is simply the deliciousness of melted cheese. A photo collage made in Canva of mac and cheese.
Mac and cheese
The representation of the American flag being split by Kendrick Lamar's performance.
“This is bigger than the music”
A book depicting art of the birth of Aphrodite She rises from a sea shell in the ocean after the murder of the titan Kronos.
Aphrodite’s Influence
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
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
The American flag hangs in every classroom in the Stroudsburg School District, and in most public education institutions.
Respecting the American flag
2024 Election Update
2024 Election Update
Donald Trump, the 45th and 47th President of the United States of America, looks onto his crowd while standing in front of the American flag. Picture covered by Fair Use Laws.
Donald Trump wins the presidency
Ryan Rounsaville, '27,, Dylan Payne, '26, warming up for their doubles match.
Stroudsburg varsity boys tennis bounces back against Bethlehem Catholic
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
Graphic created with Canva by Jaden Harper. MLB Opening day, players include (top-down, left-right): Tigers 1B Spencer Torkelson, A's 1B Tyler Soderstrom, Guardians DH Kyle Manzardo, Pirates SP Paul Skenes, Orioles OF Tyler O'Neill, Red Sox OF Wilyer Abreu, Mets OF Juan Soto, Yankees OF Aaron Judge, Dodgers DH/SP Shohei Ohtani, Marlins OF Kyle Stowers, Mariners OF Randy Arozarena, Astros SP Framber Valdez, Cubs OF Ian Happ, Orioles C Adley Rutschman, Phillies 3B Alec Bohm, Giants INF Wilmer Flores, Cardinals 3B Nolan Arenado, White Sox SP Sean Burke, and Padres OF Fernando Tatis Jr.
Opening day arrives!
Stroudsburg softball team warming up prior to their game against Easton High School on March 25, 2024.
Softball strikes out South 9-0
Stroudsburg Baseball heading to dugout during game vs Emmaus High School on April 8, 2024.
Baseball opens up home schedule
Ryan Rounsaville, '27,, Dylan Payne, '26, warming up for their doubles match.
Stroudsburg varsity boys tennis bounces back against Bethlehem Catholic
Stroudsburg softball team warming up prior to their game against Easton High School on March 25, 2024.
Softball strikes out South 9-0
Stroudsburg Baseball heading to dugout during game vs Emmaus High School on April 8, 2024.
Baseball opens up home schedule
Logan Casebolt, '25, preparing to serve the ball in his Whitehall High School match.
Stroudsburg varsity tennis defeats Whitehall 6-1
Graphic of Spring Breakout featuring (left) Guardians INF Travis Bazzana, Rays INF Carson Williams, Rockies P Chase Dollander, (right) Orioles C Samuel Basallo, Red Sox OF Roman Anthony, and White Sox P Noah Schultz.
MLB spring breakout: What to watch for
"Pop-Culture Play Book" podcast needs you
“Pop-Culture Play Book” podcast needs you
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
Digital image created by Andrew Polanco Then, Mountaineer illustrator, writer, podcast host.
“Squid Game,” season 2
A plate of chicken wings, which are a popular food to eat during the Super Bowl.
Eating up the Super Bowl
Lana Modestile posing while singing her heart out.
2025 Grammy recap
Jacob Bajek, '25, and Mason Ulmer, '27, posing after earning awards at their EPC chess competition.
Chess team gallery
The varsity basketball team huddles at halftime to debrief with the coach.
2024-2025 Stroudsburg basketball team gallery
NAACP made posters to display highlighting influential people in African American culture.
Cultural diversity assembly
Cultural Celebration, February 28, 2025 featuring "Songs of a Generation", organized by NAACP adviser, Cara Walkowiak.
“Songs of a Generation”
Every year, King of Hearts adds excitement and Mountie pride to the winter season.
King of Hearts photo gallery
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
PCPB Ep.2
PCPB Ep.2
PCPB:The importance of questioning ethics. Mr.Beast controversy overview.
PCPB: Mr. Beast controversy
A cover for the podcast depicting the title as well as images of books, drama masks, film, and other book/movie related things.
Script to Screen: “Percy Jackson and the Olympians”
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
PCPB Ep.2
PCPB Ep.2
Rapid Round-Up recaps weekly news highlights
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
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
Chocolate morsels come in quite the variety: mini, milk, dark, semi-sweet, Belgium, and more.
What kind of chocolate are you?
A quiz for kings
The TikTok logo photo from Flickr.
TikTok Test
Theresa Onody is a guidance counselor at the high school and an avid yoga practitioner. Photo shared by T. Onody.
Staff Feature: Mrs. Onody
Delany Jimenez, '27 participates in various clubs that increase our student morale and aid our environment. (Photo provided by Delany Jimenez).
Delany Jimenez
Jefany Chen was nominated by Mrs. Nicholson for always participating in Spanish class and helping her classmates, Photo shared by J. Chen.
Jefany Chen spotlight
Mr Cirillo poses for a picture in the SHS hallways.
Teacher Feature on Mr Cirillo
Mrs. Escobar sitting in front of a macaroon bakery in Progue, Czech. Shared by Mrs. Escobar.
Mrs. Escobar: Career planning and language teacher
Delany Jimenez, '27 participates in various clubs that increase our student morale and aid our environment. (Photo provided by Delany Jimenez).
Delany Jimenez
Jefany Chen was nominated by Mrs. Nicholson for always participating in Spanish class and helping her classmates, Photo shared by J. Chen.
Jefany Chen spotlight
Nanaadjoa Aidoo, '27, enjoys basketball and track and field, and stays busy volunteering with Best Buddies, Sadd, and NAACP clubs.
Student Spotlight on Nanaadjoa Aidoo
Gabriella McEaddy, '25, posing for a picture. Submitted by Gabriella McEaddy.
Gabriella McEaddy Spotlight
Xavier Bernard,'25, plans to attend college with a major in business management and develop his culinary skills along the way to soon open a restaurant of his own in the future. Photo provided by Xavier Bernard.
Xavier Bernard Spotlight
Theresa Onody is a guidance counselor at the high school and an avid yoga practitioner. Photo shared by T. Onody.
Staff Feature: Mrs. Onody
Mr Cirillo poses for a picture in the SHS hallways.
Teacher Feature on Mr Cirillo
Mrs. Escobar sitting in front of a macaroon bakery in Progue, Czech. Shared by Mrs. Escobar.
Mrs. Escobar: Career planning and language teacher
Coach Watkins, strength trainer, stands with members of Stroudsburg's football team. during off-season training.
Coach Watkins, Stroudsburg High School’s new strength training coach
Christian Gould joins the SHS English Department. He formerly taught at Bethlehem and Whitehall Middle Schools.
Teacher Feature on Mr. Gould
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
Ms. Sarti, math teacher, is famous for her gymnastic athleticism demonstrated at the annual faculty holiday show. Photo credit, Nancy Sarti, used with permission.
Happy Birthday, Mrs. Sarti
Jamie Hibell posing for a photo in his first period math class.
Happy Birthday, Mr. Hibell
Georgie English '26, and Ella Butz '25, dressed up as athletes for Mathlete vs. Athlete
Happy Birthday, Georgie English
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
March celebrates Greek Independence Day, which is one of the most famous holidays among the Greek people.
Celebrating Greek-American Heritage Month
A collage from canva. Top left : Victoria Campbell, '25 singing her solo at the Black History month assembly. Bottom right : Brianna Coykendall, '25, painted a pastel piece.
Women in the arts
Tyler Finny '25, and Victoria Campbell '25, directing an original song titled "I'll Be Alright."
“I’ll Be Alright”
A collage from canva provided by Isabel Polanco, of pictures taken of some women's sports in Stroudsburg. Top left : Kaitlyn Pantinople '25 Top right : Stroudsburg field hockey team, Bottom left : Stroudsburg basketball team, and Bottom right : Lana Marsh '25
Historic women knock out stereotypes
The Wedding Singer poster displayed all over the community
The magic of musical theater
This picture of Delilah was taken by Blue Mountain Animal Rescue Society and shared with permission.
Meet Delilah
Brazil is one of the top coffee producers in the world and known for its smooth, low acidity blends.
New coffee shop is headed for Main Street
The Gallery still opened till April 12th sharing art work from artist in the Poconos.
“All About Music” art show
This picture of Biscuit was taken by Camp Papaillon
Meet Biscuit
Morey teachers dress up as crayons from the book "The Crayon Box that Talked." (Photo provided by Caputo)
B.F. Morey Elementary celebrates 100 years!
Parade flyer created by E. Pope, Journalism 1.
St. Patrick’s Day parade kicks off at Stroudsburg High School
All About Music is happening from March 14 through April 5 at the Gallery at 530 on Main.
“All About Music”
Family, friends, faculty, and students push to get their tickets before the musical sells out. Photo: J. Appolo
Addams Family tickets on sale now
Podcasting equipment has become accessible for the masses. Wireless mics are compatible with most cell phones. Photo by J. Appolo
Help Wanted — podcast guests
"Pop-Culture Play Book" podcast needs you
“Pop-Culture Play Book” podcast needs you
This picture of Delilah was taken by Blue Mountain Animal Rescue Society and shared with permission.
Meet Delilah
This picture of Biscuit was taken by Camp Papaillon
Meet Biscuit
This picture of Alastor was taken and shared by Blue Mountain Animal Rescue.
Meet Alastor
Winnie is a beautiful young black and brown cat looking for his forever home. This picture of Winnie was taken by Blue Mountain Animal Rescue.
Meet Winnie
This picture of Sierra Mist was taken by Camp Papillon.
Meet Sierra Mist
Music scholarships
Music scholarships
Michael B. Schecter scholarship
Michael B. Schecter scholarship
Dr. Elmo J. Lilli memorial healthcare scholarship
Dr. Elmo J. Lilli memorial healthcare scholarship
Stroudsburg educational support personnel association
Stroudsburg educational support personnel association
Monroe County Bar Foundation scholarship
Monroe County Bar Foundation scholarship
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