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Students bowing down and honoring their king, Colton Leeth. Photo provided by Aryanna Vidaic.
The King of Hearts is…
This image was created by Paws across America. Showcasing the three pets from Pittsburgh, PA shelter. All three were featured in the 2025 Puppy Bowl. Photo shared with permission from Paws Across Pittsburgh Animal shelter.
Furry football fun
Aldi's Grocery Store in Stroudsburg has one of the lowest prices on eggs. Photo taken by biology teacher, Jen Giordano.
Egg prices are for the birds
Punxsutawney Phil and the Grand Master of Ceremony at the Ground Hog Day celebration. Phil has been predicting longer than any others. Photo used with permission granted by Punxsutawney Phil's Facebook page.
Punxsutawney Phil has some competition
Crime rates are unbelievably going down in the United States. Digital image created by Hailey Abba.
Winter spikes violence
The Class of 2025, King of Hearts nominees pose for a group picture during rehearsal for the Man Pageant.
2024-2025 King of Hearts Nominees
The girls wrestling team took first place at their tournament on the first weekend of February. Photo by Lynette Johnson.
Making history
Editor-In-Chief Olivia Celano, '25, posing for a picture. Photo provided by Madisen Dullen, '25.
Olivia Celano wins Scholastic Award for writing
Stroudsburg FBLA continues to grow in size and achievements year after year. (Take from FBLA Instagram).
Stroudsburg Future Business Leaders of America celebrates 40 years!
Security Officer Rodriguez performs for the elementary schools before holiday break. Photo provided by A. Rodriguez.
Life after hours
MCTI students gathered canned food donations for a local Monroe County food pantry just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday. Photo shared by MCTI Facebook page with permission.
MCTI celebrates luncheon and canned food donations
Izzy DeFalco's winning design at the MCTI "Anything Goes" cosmetology competition. Photo shared by DeFalco.
Sophomores sweep cosmetology competition!
Stephani Chandler, 27’, posing with her advisor after getting an award for her poem “The Power of Young Colors." Photo provided by the MCTI Facebook account.
SHS student has a poem published!
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
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
The Wedding Singer poster displayed all over the community
The magic of musical theater
The cover of "Stone Blind" displayed next to art from various novels about Greek Mythology depicting Medusa including "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton and "Greek Mythology: The Gods, Goddesses, and Heroes Handbook" by Liv Albert.
Medusa’s twisted “rep”
A busy Stroudsburg High School hallway at the end of the day.
Hallway Etiquette
Different novels display the story of Heracules to show how popular the hero is and how the stories can alter.
Hercules or Herakles?
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
Girls' wrestling comes to SHS
Girls’ wrestling comes to SHS
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
Digitial graphic showing The Mountaineer's 2024 Election Live Updates logo.
LIVE: 2024 Election Updates
Photos submitted by Yearbook staff
Spring training is in full swing (Pun intended)
Gavin Dunkelberger, '25, William Tonnies, '25, and Isabella Lisnik, '25, posing after qualifying for states
Stroudsburg Rifle sends three to states
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
The varsity basketball team huddles at halftime to debrief with the coach.
The silver lining season
Stroudsburg's varsity player, Alex Pacitti, '25, makes a 3-pointer.
Stroudsburg boys’ basketball secures win on Senior Night
Gavin Dunkelberger, '25, William Tonnies, '25, and Isabella Lisnik, '25, posing after qualifying for states
Stroudsburg Rifle sends three to states
The varsity basketball team huddles at halftime to debrief with the coach.
The silver lining season
Stroudsburg's varsity player, Alex Pacitti, '25, makes a 3-pointer.
Stroudsburg boys’ basketball secures win on Senior Night
The cheerleaders demonstrate flexibility as they celebrate a basket scored against East Stroudsburg North.
Girls Basketball wraps up regular season
Hunter Brown, '25, after winning his fight against a boy from East Stroudsburg South.
Boys’ Wrestling Recap
Digital image created by Andrew Polanco Then, Mountaineer illustrator, writer, podcast host.
Squid Game, season 2
Digital Image of 2025 Best Rap Album Grammy Winner Doechii, created by Hailey Abba.
Doechii
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
Jose Victor Leme of the Austin Gamblers competing in the 2024 PBR Camping World Team Series. Image taken by Bull Stock Media and shared with permission by Andrew Giangola, Vice President of Strategic Communications.
PBR comes to Steel City
2025 Winter sports gallery
2024 Fall sports gallery
Adriana Borzio, '26 carrying the ball up the court after scoring against Pleasant Valley.
Girls Basketball Gallery
Janel Meyers, '25, ready to fight her opponent from William Allen High School.
Girls’ Wrestling Gallery
Every staff member that participated in the Holiday Show posing for a picture at the end of the performances.
2024 Holiday Show Gallery
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”
Chris Herren and Jaden Harper speak during the interview.
Former NBA player Chris Herren joins the podcast
Netflix’s Beef is frighteningly realistic
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
Seniors return to Chipperfield Elementary to visit former teachers. This is the second year for the "senior walk".
Welcome to SHS senior walk
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
Autumn leaves begin to change in late September and early October. Check for peak fall foliage viewing in your area online.
Fall Quiz
March has been declared as Women's History Month and is celebrated internationally on March 8.
March is Women’s History Month
Christian Gould joins the SHS English Department. He formerly taught at Bethlehem and Whitehall Middle Schools.
Teacher Feature on Mr. Gould
Gabriella McEaddy, '25, posing for a picture. Submitted by Gabriella McEaddy.
Gabriella McEaddy Spotlight
Mr. Zimmerman throws stuffed animals to his class.
Teacher Feature on Mr. Zimmerman
This is Ms. Napiorski, a new addition to the activities department. She is the administrative assistant to the athletic director, and super excited to be joining Stroudsburg High School. Photo provided by Ms. Napiorski
Welcome Ms. Napiorski
New assistant principal, Mark Powell, with his wife and daughter.
Staff Feature on Mr. Powell
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
Abena Aidoo snaps a selfie from the mirror. Photo submitted by Aidoo.
Student Spotlight on Abena Aidoo
Chaasad-Yah Weldon taking a picture in a mirror.
Student Spotlight on Chaasad-Yah Weldon
Doniko Collins, '24, showing off his flashy outfit during spirit week. Photo provided by Doniko Collins
Doniko Collins gets a special nomination
Christian Gould joins the SHS English Department. He formerly taught at Bethlehem and Whitehall Middle Schools.
Teacher Feature on Mr. Gould
Mr. Zimmerman throws stuffed animals to his class.
Teacher Feature on Mr. Zimmerman
This is Ms. Napiorski, a new addition to the activities department. She is the administrative assistant to the athletic director, and super excited to be joining Stroudsburg High School. Photo provided by Ms. Napiorski
Welcome Ms. Napiorski
New assistant principal, Mark Powell, with his wife and daughter.
Staff Feature on Mr. Powell
Ms. Nowosad sitting at her desk completing grades for her classes.
Staff Feature on Ms. Nowosad
Mr. Kurnas is part of the English department. He loves to play basketball and recently adopted a puppy.
Happy Birthday, Mr. Kurnas
Katelyn was nominated for Homecoming Queen 2024. Photo submitted by Katelyn Pantinople.
Happy Birthday to Katelyn Pantinople
Mrs. Verway and Mrs. Haggerty attended the National Leadership Conference in Atlanta, GA in 2023.
Happy Birthday, Mrs. Haggerty
Mr. Benjamin teaches math at the high school.
Happy Birthday, Mr. Benjamin
Ms. Brown teaches physical education and is the assistant coach for the girls' swimming team.
Happy Birthday, Ms. Brown
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
The Wedding Singer poster displayed all over the community
The magic of musical theater
Lana Modestile posing while singing her heart out.
2025 Grammy Recap
"Lamb" by Emma Deardoff, a sophomore, won the 2025 Scholastic Art Gold Key digital art award as part of the Alliance for Young Artists and Writers.
Emma Deardorff wins prestigious Gold Key award
A close up of music notes from "The Adams Family" musical.
“The Addams Family” casting announcment
Crista Kopec playing the piano which is one of the most used instruments in songwriting. Photo provided by Megan Lisnik.
Grammy Nominations
This picture of Sierra Mist was taken by Camp Papillon.
Meet Sierra Mist
Wesleyan Church wants you to go sledding
Wesleyan Church wants you to go sledding
This picture of Midnight was taken by Tryniti Labar at Blue Mountain Animal Rescue.
Meet Midnight
Picture of Butterball taken at Blue Mountain Animal Rescue Society and shared by Tryniti with permission.
Meet Butterball
Chase needs a forever home. He is located at Camp Papillon Animal Shelter. Photo shared by Sarah Cepin with permission.
Help Find Chase a Home
Alexis Binikos poses with Principal Sodl for her journalism award.
Congratulations, to Alexis Binikos!
Science Olympiad relies on fundraising efforts to keep their club afloat. Flyer submitted by Mikaela Lipitz.
Science Olympiad needs your help
Mountaineer News would like you to join our Mountaineer Youtube page. Check us out at SHSMountaineerNews.
Mountaineer YouTube Give-away
Class of 2026 is hosting a raffle and proceeds go to the prom.
Valentine’s Day Raffle
Best Buddies is hosting their traditional Valentine Candy Gram sale.
Candy Grams
This picture of Sierra Mist was taken by Camp Papillon.
Meet Sierra Mist
This picture of Midnight was taken by Tryniti Labar at Blue Mountain Animal Rescue.
Meet Midnight
Picture of Butterball taken at Blue Mountain Animal Rescue Society and shared by Tryniti with permission.
Meet Butterball
Chase needs a forever home. He is located at Camp Papillon Animal Shelter. Photo shared by Sarah Cepin with permission.
Help Find Chase a Home
Picture of Taco taken at Blue Mountain Animal Rescue Society and shared by Tryniti with permission.
Meet Taco
Pocono Builders Association Scholarships
Pocono Builders Association Scholarships
Pocono Mountain Penn State Club scholarship
Pocono Mountain Penn State Club scholarship
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
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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Crista Kopec

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer

My name is Crista Kopec and I am a junior in SHS. This is my first year on the Mountaineer but second year taking a journalism class. I am a huge fan of photography and I love getting in the moment pictures and capturing the action of Stroudsburg. I am also deeply invested in current events and politics so I will be covering those topics. I am very excited to share my point of view, both from my camera and my writing with the school.

All content by Crista Kopec
Photos submitted by Yearbook staff

Spring training is in full swing (Pun intended)

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
February 21, 2025
Students bowing down and honoring their king, Colton Leeth. Photo provided by Aryanna Vidaic.

The King of Hearts is…

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
February 20, 2025
Ethan Dudsak, 25', lifting Gabriella, 25', Sanchez after being introduced.

King, Colton Leeth, 25', being introduced with Mikaela Lipitz, 26'

Leo Ramirez '25, catching Athena Skarlis, 26', in their trust fall.

Mr. Hakim slaying a green dress, after being dressed by King Colton Leeth, '25

Mr.Perry rocking his dress, after being dressed by Anthony Knight, '25

One of the basketball teammates shooting into the hoop.

Matt Sanchez, '25, shooting t-shirts into the stands.

The clarinet section of the marching band playing during musical chairs.

The participants of musical chairs sitting down after the music stops.

The basketball teams getting ready to play while huddling.

The junior section waving their flashlights while the colorguard performs.

The Wedding Singer poster displayed all over the community

The magic of musical theater

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
February 13, 2025
A plate of chicken wings, which are a popular food to eat during the Super Bowl.

Eating up the Super Bowl

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
February 5, 2025
Lana Modestile posing while singing her heart out.

2025 Grammy Recap

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
February 4, 2025
The TikTok Shop option on the app where small businesses sell products.

[Photo] Explaining the “TikTok Ban”

Lile Bekaia, Alexis Binikos, Olivia Celano, Jordan Cook, and Zsani Findley
January 31, 2025
The American flag behind the cross, which symbolizes the bible that is a part of the inauguration.

President Trump sworn into office

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
January 24, 2025
The American flag hangs in every classroom in the Stroudsburg School District, and in most public education institutions.

Respecting the American flag

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
January 16, 2025
A gavel which is a main component of the courtroom and a symbol of the law.

President Elect Donald Trump convicted

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
January 14, 2025
Wingstop being constructed in-between T-Mobile and Starbucks

Stroudsburg welcomes two new franchises

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
December 16, 2024
Taylor Swift performing her guitar surprise song, "Welcome To New York," at MetLife night three.

The end of an era

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
December 13, 2024
The new Aevidum leaders are Alyssa Rounsaville, Ella Horn, Gianna Bunnelle, and Crista Kopec.

Aevidum club update

Shiann Redwood and Crista Kopec
December 9, 2024
The "Wicked" movie logo which can be found on various posters and billboards.

“Wicked” movie review

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
December 6, 2024
The "Wicked" posters being displayed in Cinemark at the Stroud Mall.

The Dark Side of “The Wizard of Oz”

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
November 22, 2024
Teenagers in SHS line up against a wall while displaying names/stereotypes applied to the current generation of teenagers.

Teen Stereotypes Debunked

Lile Bekaia, Rebecca Dishong, and Crista Kopec
November 21, 2024
The Thanksgiving feast meal provided by the SHS cafeteria staff.

[Photo] Indigenous people of PA

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
November 22, 2024
The "Home of the Mountaineers" banner hanging in the lobby of the high school

Superheroes

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
November 18, 2024
The field of flags in front of the Stroudsburg High School meant to honor our veterans.

[Photo] The Importance of Veteran’s Day

Lile Bekaia, Staff Writer
November 11, 2024
Crista Kopec playing the piano which is one of the most used instruments in songwriting. Photo provided by Megan Lisnik.

Grammy Nominations

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
November 8, 2024
The "I voted" sticker that an individual gets after voting at the polls on election day.

The race to the White House

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
November 4, 2024
Image of SHS school playground with a crow flying off the ground to represent how ghosts can haunt locations loaded with years of history.

[Photo] October ghost series: Gettysburg National Military Park

October 31, 2024
Rebecca Dishong, '25, newspaper staff writer, photographer, and FBLA Officer at Large winner of Dress to Impress challenge.

[Photo] FBLA winner of Dress to Impress – Rebecca Dishong!

Lile Bekaia, Staff Writer
November 1, 2024
Crista Kopec, Lile Bekaia, Hailey Abba, and Isabella Rivera posing for a selfie with hot chocolate.

[Photo] Wilkes University hosts field trip for journalism students

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
November 18, 2024
A female student flexing her arm to show the right of choice.

Abortion: your body, your vote

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
October 30, 2024
Crista Kopec, '26, and Megan Lisnik, '27, pose for a selfie.

[Photo] 2024 Homecoming Dance Gallery

Olivia Celano and Alexis Binikos
October 24, 2024
SHS cafeteria buffet where students can get free lunches.

[Photo] Calling all foodies!

October 21, 2024
Stroudsburg field hockey team waiting to start a new quarter and talking about their next plays.

Field Hockey Gallery

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
October 18, 2024
Digital drawing of Donald Trump standing in front of the American flag at a rally preaching his policies. Digital illustration created by Hailey Abba.

Presidential Policies

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
October 16, 2024
Georgie English, '26 watching her team and waiting for a play.

Sydney Moritz, '25 splits to keep the ball from getting away.

The field hockey team works together to perform a corner.

[Photo] Field Hockey prepares for Round 1 of the playoffs

October 25, 2024
Hailey Dreisbach, '25 and Sydney Moritz, '25 working together to retrieve the ball from South.

Leanna Neri, '27 setting the ball to put it into play.

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