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Bangor, Pennsylvania had an unexpected tornado on May 6, 2025, at 4 p.m.
Tornado touchdown close to home
A picture of the cross on a key chain against a wooden background.
Welcome Pope Leo XIV
A drawing of Pope Francis'papal tiara to commemorate his death.
Saying goodbye to Pope Francis
An adorable tuxedo cat sitting in a show box that's too small for him.
A new cat color discovered!
The taxidermy glass case in the science hallway that displays a wolf.
Dire wolves return from extinction
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
Stroudsburg Mini-Thon club bulletin board showcases the chosen theme for 2025: superheroes. (sburgminithon Instagram)
Mini Thon breaks $100k goal
Flowers in bloom are a traditional symbol for spring and rebirth. Pictured here are pink coneflowers, symbolize health and well-being because they are also known as echinacea, an natural immunity booster.
“Spring” into celebration
A sign on a classroom door stating behaviors and needs typical in people with autism.
Stopping the stigma
Sign hung up on classroom door sharing the news of Autism Awareness Month to SHS students.
Introducing neurodivergence
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
Authentic Mexican Restaurant EZ Taqueria's vast menu.
Authenticity and location recipe for success
Teachers gather to show that on Wednesdays we wear pink. Photo by J. Appolo
On Wednesdays, we wear pink
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
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
The American flag hangs in every classroom in the Stroudsburg School District, and in most public education institutions.
Respecting the American flag
Luke Powanda, '28, striking a ball to center field in game against Pleasant Valley at Coca-Cola Park on April 1, 2025.
Baseball falls to Nazareth in EPC First Round
Stroudsburg runner rounding third in game against Pleasant Valley at Coca-Cola Park, home of the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs.
Baseball prepares for EPC first round matchup
Julia Grant, '26, running on the track in a meet against Pleasant Valley.
Stroudsburg Track ends season strong
The girls wrestling team took first place at their tournament on the first weekend of February. Photo by Lynette Johnson.
The Mountaineer goes one on one with girls wrestling
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
Luke Powanda, '28, striking a ball to center field in game against Pleasant Valley at Coca-Cola Park on April 1, 2025.
Baseball falls to Nazareth in EPC First Round
Stroudsburg runner rounding third in game against Pleasant Valley at Coca-Cola Park, home of the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs.
Baseball prepares for EPC first round matchup
Julia Grant, '26, running on the track in a meet against Pleasant Valley.
Stroudsburg Track ends season strong
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
Stroudsburg Baseball heading to dugout during game vs Emmaus High School on April 8, 2024.
Boys’ baseball pummels Pocono Mountain West on Senior Night
"LeBron James" who was a crowd favorite played by Noah Charles, '25, in "Mr. Perfect."
Student-written plays put skills to the test
Limited series "Adolescence" that premiered March 13th, 2025 on Netflix.
“Adolescence” and how social media effects young men.
Tyler, The Creator opening at PPG Paints Arena in Pitttsburg, Pennsylvania.
Tyler, the Creator visits Pennsylvania for world tour
Minecraft movie poster at Stroud Mall's Cinemark movie theater. Opening night.
Minecraft gets a live action movie adaptation
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
Tyler Hanna, '25, serving the ball in his doubles match against East Stroudsburg North High School.
Boys’ tennis gallery
The Addams family in their final pose at the end of "When You're an Addams."
Addams Family gallery
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
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
PCPB Ep.2
PCPB Ep.2
The girls wrestling team took first place at their tournament on the first weekend of February. Photo by Lynette Johnson.
The Mountaineer goes one on one with girls wrestling
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
Rapid Round-Up recaps weekly news highlights
Mountaineer News Athletic Productions created with Canva.
Former NBA player Chris Herren joins the podcast
Meet Kelysse Jackson ‘26, apart of Stroudsburg High Schools varsity cheerleading team and SADD.
Student Spotlight on Kelysse Jackson
Madisen Dullen - Northampton Community College
Madisen Dullen – Northampton Community College
Angelina Acosta - Temple University
Angelina Acosta – Temple University
Adam Milano - Northampton Community College
Adam Milano – Northampton Community College
Jake Bostwick - East Stroudsburg University
Jake Bostwick – East Stroudsburg University
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
Jefany Chen was nominated by Mrs. Nicholson for always participating in Spanish class and helping her classmates, Photo shared by J. Chen.
Student Spotlight on Jefany Chen
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
Theresa Onody is a guidance counselor at the high school and an avid yoga practitioner. Photo shared by T. Onody.
Staff Feature on Mrs. Onody
Mr Cirillo poses for a picture in the SHS hallways.
Teacher Feature on Mr Cirillo
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
Madisen Dullen - Northampton Community College
Madisen Dullen – Northampton Community College
Angelina Acosta - Temple University
Angelina Acosta – Temple University
Adam Milano - Northampton Community College
Adam Milano – Northampton Community College
Jake Bostwick - East Stroudsburg University
Jake Bostwick – East Stroudsburg University
Anthony Delgado - East Stroudsburg University
Anthony Delgado – East Stroudsburg University
The annual Hall of Fame concert performance on May 9, 2025 at Stroudsburg High School chose a Wicked theme for the SHS band, choir, and orchestra members to showcase their talents.
Another student original composition debuts
Illustration of Masayoshi Takanaka in a blue suit, white undershirt, and black glasses. Art illustrated by Hailey Abba.
Masayoshi Takanaka
Italy's booth included multiple foods and desserts. And displayed plates and spoons assumed to be used for cooking.
Friendly competition brings out best at cultural fair
Photo shared by Bethany Wert, SHS art instructor, Sburg Arts Instagram with permission.
45 year tradition continues with student art show
The Addams family in their final pose at the end of "When You're an Addams."
Addams Family gallery
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
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
Father and daughter at the Quiet Valley Farm Animal Frolic from a previous year holding a chick. Photo provided by Quiet Valley Farm and used with permission.
Quiet Valley Farm Animal Frolic
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
Welcome to Earth Day Festival sign from a previous festival. (Photo provided by PEEC).
Pocono Environmental Education Center’s Earth Day festival
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.
Mother’s Day Buffet
Photo credit: Monroe County Conservation.
Monroe County Conservation
Flyer contributed and shared by SHS Art department.
Art expo
Canva image created by Emmayah Pope and shared from Camelback.com.
Camelback Spring Career Fair
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
This picture of Delilah was taken by Blue Mountain Animal Rescue Society and shared with permission.
Meet Soul
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
By students, for students

Mountaineer News
By students, for students

Mountaineer News
Editor-In-Chief Olivia Celano, '25, posing for a picture. Photo provided by Madisen Dullen, '25.

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief

Hey! I’m Olivia and I will be one of this year’s Editors-In-Chief. I’ve been in journalism for three years and can’t wait to spend my last year at Stroudsburg doing what I love. I’ve been writing for fun since I was really young– from essays to novels. I love to read, analyze literature, and study mythology. After graduating I plan to attend college to study English Literature. I hope to study abroad somewhere in Europe.  I can’t wait to work with such a wonderful staff!

All content by Olivia Celano
A picture of the cross on a key chain against a wooden background.

Welcome Pope Leo XIV

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
May 14, 2025
A drawing of Pope Francis'papal tiara to commemorate his death.

Saying goodbye to Pope Francis

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
May 7, 2025
An adorable tuxedo cat sitting in a show box that's too small for him.

A new cat color discovered!

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
May 6, 2025
A graphic made on Canva to spread awareness on suicide. All information comes from CDC Suicide Prevention.

[Photo] “Ice Bucket Challenge” makes a comeback

Rebecca Dishong, Staff Writer
May 1, 2025
A page from "The Lightning Thief" where Percy talks about having ADHD.

Representation of neurodivergence

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
April 28, 2025
The cover of "Sunrise on the Reaping" zoomed in to the title and the golden animals.

[Photo] “Sunrise on the Reaping” book review

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
April 22, 2025
Photo shared by Bethany Wert, SHS art instructor, Sburg Arts Instagram with permission.

45 year tradition continues with student art show

Olivia Celano and Hailey Abba
April 16, 2025
A sign on a classroom door stating behaviors and needs typical in people with autism.

Stopping the stigma

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
April 16, 2025
Sign hung up on classroom door sharing the news of Autism Awareness Month to SHS students.

Introducing neurodivergence

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
April 10, 2025
Zsani Findley, Morgan Tucker, Georgie English, and Katelyn Pantinople are the Mountaineer Newspaper's social media team for Intagram and TikTok.

[Photo] Mountaineer’s shsnews goes viral

Tristan Timones, Staff Writer
April 9, 2025
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[Photo] Women in the arts

Crista Kopec, Staff Writer
March 26, 2025
One of St. Luke's many booths were showing off pig lungs to students interesting in the scienes.

[Photo] Career expo introduces students to jobs and more

Lile Bekaia, Staff Writer
March 24, 2025
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”

Crista Kopec and Olivia Celano
March 21, 2025
A digital image used to express the inflated egg prices made on Canva.

[Photo] Eggs crisis affects community

Lile Bekaia, Staff Writer
March 20, 2025
English teacher, Danielle Ramstine's pencil holder statue of Julius Caesar showing how he was stabbed in the back.

Beware the Ides of March

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
March 17, 2025
Jamie Hibell posing for a photo in his first period math class.

Happy Birthday, Mr. Hibell

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
March 17, 2025
The long line of students starting at the door for SHS's notorious walking-tacos.

[Photo] SHS students love walking tacos

Andrew Polanco Then, Staff Writer
March 17, 2025

[Video] “I’ll Be Alright”

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
March 13, 2025
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

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
February 13, 2025
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”

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
February 7, 2025
A busy Stroudsburg High School hallway at the end of the day.

Hallway etiquette

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
February 3, 2025
A shs student showing the loading screen when they open the TikTok app.

Explaining the “TikTok ban”

Lile Bekaia, Alexis Binikos, Olivia Celano, Jordan Cook, and Zsani Findley
January 31, 2025
Different novels display the story of Heracules to show how popular the hero is and how the stories can alter.

Hercules or Herakles?

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
January 31, 2025
A photo of "The Odyssey" next to a phone showing a song from "Epic: The Musical".

“Epic: The Musical” brings life to an old classic

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
January 21, 2025
People texting on WhatsApp where the encrypted messages have been taking place.

[Photo] Encrypted messsages stop cyberattacks

Lile Bekaia, Staff Writer
January 13, 2025
Hanukkah is celebrated by displaying a menorah. This blow up yard ornament is the latest among festive decorations.

Hanukkah

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
January 6, 2025
Editors Jaden Harper, '25, ALexis Binikos, '25, and Olivia Celano, '25, posing for a picture. Photo taken by Madisen Dullen, '25.

Editors picks

Olivia Celano, Alexis Binikos, and Jaden Harper
December 20, 2024
The seniors winning "memorial tree" standing tall and proud featuring golden decorations

WARnaments winner 2024

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
December 20, 2024
The "The Song of Achilles" by Madeline Miller opened to the title page.

Achilles: Hero or villain?

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
December 19, 2024
A close up of music notes from "The Adams Family" musical.

“The Addams Family” casting announcment

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
December 12, 2024
Two young boys sitting together while playing games on their iPads.

“IPad kids”

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
December 10, 2024
A screenshot image of the texts that have been sent across the United States.

Racist text messages hit home

Prindelis Jimenez and Olivia Celano
December 5, 2024
Savana Arroyo applies first hand knowledge in the mechanic program in MCTI. Photo shared by Amy Thomas, MCTI. Photo provided by Amy Thomas

All female auto repair shop in PA

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
December 3, 2024
A digital drawing depicting an Indigenous woman with a red hand print over her mouth. The red hand print is used in solidarity with Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and girls in North America.

Indigenous people of PA

Olivia Celano, Editor-In-Chief
November 22, 2024
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