STHS 2026-2027 School Year

Health screenings will take place in the nurse's office starting the week of November 9th. Health screenings are done annually and include vision, growth assessments, and hearing assessments (11th grade only). Parents of students who do not pass vision or hearing screenings will be notified. In lieu of the school screening, parents may choose to provide a current vision or hearing report from their child's private doctor. Please contact the school nurse's office with any questions or concerns at kelley_moore@sdst.org.

Are you in need of holiday support this year? Please complete our Google Form by November 15th to indicate your needs. Our social work team will be in touch if we can be of assistance.

* Please note that the district cannot guarantee assistance. Our district team will make every effort to connect families with available donations or community resources.

This was a busy and exciting month for the Latino Society! We celebrated the conclusion of Hispanic Heritage Month on October 15th by hosting Lotería games during Lunch and Learn, welcoming all members of the school community to participate. We also created an ofrenda in the main lobby to celebrate Día de los Muertos and honor influential Hispanic figures. On October 27th, we hosted a calaveras scavenger hunt during Lunch and Learn, inviting all students to join in the fun. Club members generously volunteered their time to plan and run these activities and donated prizes for both Lotería and the scavenger hunt.

The Latino Society also participated in the Spartan Kick-Off during Homecoming Week, with a sales table featuring horchata, Mexican hot chocolate, and nacho bowls. We wrapped up our busy month with a Día de los Muertos Fiesta on Thursday, October 29th. Students contributed a variety of food and drinks to share, including homemade empanadas and torta de guayaba. It was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate Hispanic culture, build community, and enjoy time together!

Capture the memories of the 2026-2027 school year!

Families of students in grades 9-12 are encouraged to purchase a yearbook, a lasting keepsake of the friendships, activities, and special moments that make being a Spartan memorable.

Senior families: Your student's yearbook is already included in the senior fee. Please do not purchase a yearbook separately, as this would be a duplicate purchase.

This fee includes the following:

1. Cap and Gown: Students will be able to keep both cap/tassel and gown as a memento; measurements will be taken at the Senior Breakfast.
2. Two Senior Picnic Tickets for a parent/guardian or family members. Graduates attend free of charge. The picnic takes place the evening before graduation. Additional tickets will be available closer to the picnic.
3. 2026-2027 Yearbook
4. Class of 2027 T-Shirt

Our Welding I program will provide students with a basic entry-level introduction to welding through oral, written, and hands-on activities. Students will gain an understanding of safety, measurement, metal preparation techniques, basic layout and clamping, basic GMAW and SMAW.

EASTERN CENTER FOR ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY

Fall 2026 - Welding I - Course #1, Level 1

6:00-9:00pm

Tuesday and Thursday

October 27 - January 14

*No class on 11/26 and 12/24

Please see flyer above for pricing and registration.

Applications are now open for the 2026-2027 Montco Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship Program, offered through MCIU in partnership with Stein Seal Industries!

This is an exciting opportunity for all STHS seniors who may be interested in exploring careers in manufacturing, developing hands-on technical skills, and pursuing employment after graduation.

Last year, STHS had our first student successfully complete this internship, and that student is now employed full-time at Stein Seal!

Important Dates:

• Applications Open: October 5, 2026
• Application Deadline: November 15, 2026
• Candidate Review: November 15-22, 2026
• Notification of Selection: December 22, 2026
• In-Person Program Dates: January 28, February 25, March 25, April 22, and May 20, 2027

Selected candidates will also have the opportunity to tour and interview with Stein Seal.

Students do not need to have a specific career plan in manufacturing to benefit from exploring this pathway.

To learn more:

Stein Seal Industries

MCIU Program Information

EASTERN has created updated brochures. If you are interested in attending EASTERN, or are a parent/guardian who would like more information, please check out the link here. You’ll see updated information for each program, as well as a parent-centered brochure.

EASTERN Center for Arts & Technology will be hosting their 10th Grade Career Expo on December 18th, 2026. Please take a look here for more information as well as the permission slip for the event. Please return the permission slip no later than December 1st, 2026.

Thank you to those parents who were able to attend the Junior Parent presentation. If you would like a copy of the recording, please contact beth_mcdonnell@sdst.org. Please see the Junior Planning Guide as a resource as you begin researching post-secondary

Junior Planning Guide

For students who took the PSAT on October 14th, scores will be released on November 5th. If the student provided their mobile number at registration, they can log in to their BigFuture app to access their scores directly. They can also log in using this link or see their school counselor for their official report: Thank you to those parents who were able to attend the Junior Parent presentation. If you would like a copy of the recording, please contact beth_mcdonnell@sdst.org. Please see the Junior Planning Guide as a resource as you begin researching post-secondary Junior Planning Guide

A VIRTUAL mental health/wellness group for youth, grades 8-12!

The first half of the session is an open support group where you can bring any thoughts or concerns. In the second half, you'll learn mental health skills on different topics related to youth mental health.

Thursday, November 5th at 7pm

Topic: Make Up your Mindset: How Thinking Impacts Feeling

To register, please visit this Link

Dear Students and Parents,

Are you a student who speaks more than one language? You may be eligible to earn the Pennsylvania Seal of Biliteracy (PASB)! This graduation recognition celebrates your language proficiency and can be valuable for college and future career opportunities.

To earn the PASB, students must:

• Meet all high school graduation requirements.
• Meet one approved English proficiency criterion.
• Meet one approved world language proficiency criterion.

Important Steps and Deadlines:

• September - October: Express interest and meet with your school counselor and world-language teacher to determine eligibility and select your proficiency pathways.
• October - January: Work with High School Administration to register for assessments, if needed. Similar to AP exams, the school district will cover assessment expenses.
• Winter - Spring: Complete required assessments or gather documentation.
• March - April: Complete the STHS PASB application and collect required documentation.
• April 30: Submit your completed application and qualifying documentation to your school counselor.

Please note: Students taking an AP world language or WIDA Access exams to meet the second language criterion may be designated as a "Candidate for the PA Seal of Biliteracy" until official College Board scores are released.

Interested?

1. Check your email next week for an interest survey.
2. Plan to attend an informational meeting scheduled for both the 1st part of both Lunch & Learns on Tuesday, October 27, in the Spartan Forum.
3. Contact your school counselor, world-language teacher, or ELD specialist to learn more and get started!

Applications are now open for Juniors to apply to the Pennsylvania Governor's School for the Sciences - A five-week intensive summer residential program that emphasizes cooperative learning and hands-on laboratory research for high school juniors pursuing careers in science and mathematics. June 27 - July 21, 2027. Visit this link to learn more and to apply.

Attention 9th-12th grade students!

The Glenside American Legion, Post 248, is sponsoring the local level essay contest with monetary awards for 1st through 3rd place. Please see the brochure for the prompt and specific directions. Please email Ms. Barbone at elizabeth_barbone@sdst.org if you intend to submit an essay so she can check in with you prior to the deadline. The deadline to submit an essay to Ms. Barbone in the Guidance Office is Dec. 21, 2026.

The 2026-2027 Coolidge Scholarship Application is now live. The Coolidge Scholarship is a full-ride, four-year, merit scholarship that recipients may use for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in the United States. Any high school junior who plans to enroll in college in the fall of 2028 and is an American citizen or legal permanent resident is eligible to apply (current high school seniors are not eligible to apply). Winners may use the scholarship to pursue any academic major.

Alert: the application requires that candidates read President Coolidge’s Autobiography and a few other readings and then write three essays. We therefore encourage students to begin the application early. Candidates who begin the application at the last minute are unlikely to be successful. The submission deadline is 5:00 PM Pacific time, Tuesday, December 1, 2026.

The scholarship application, along with additional information, can be accessed on our scholarship site: coolidgescholars.org. Questions? We can be reached by our email at coolidgescholars@coolidgefund.org or by phone at (202) 827-4291.

Seniors and parents are required to complete the FAFSA to be considered for federal financial aid for colleges and career schools. Many colleges require the FAFSA to be considered for institutional aid -both need based and merit aid. All members of the senior class and their parents are asked to complete the FAFSA process. For more information about this state initiative, please check out the FAFSA Completion Letter Those who chose not to apply please complete the opt out form pa fafsa opt-out form-fillable.pdf

FAFSA Tip Sheet

Financial Aid Night Slides

PHEAA Student Aid Guide

PHEAA Student Aid Guide Spanish

If your senior is applying to college, please review the College Application Guidelines. Please contact your school counselor with any questions. Class of 2027 College Application Guide

11th & 12th grade students are invited to attend a trip to MCCC on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 from 11:30am-2:30pm. Permission slips are available in the guidance office. Students will miss C and D blocks to attend.

On November 21, there will be an inaugural CPR Jukebox Marathon, a 12-hour overnight fundraising event at the Philadelphia Union's WSFS Bank Sportsplex. Hundreds of high school students will come together for a one-of-a-kind event that combines music, teamwork, and hands-only CPR in a fun, festival-style atmosphere. This event will be hosted by Simon's Heart, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing sudden cardiac arrest in children, teens, and young adults.

Please see their link for more information: Simon's Heart

Show your Spartan Pride with fundraisers to benefit our soccer teams!

Winter athletic registration is open! All PIAA Physicals will be collected through Family ID/Arbiter Sports. PIAA CIPPE Forms must be dated by an appropriate medical examiner on, or after, May 1st, 2026, to be considered valid for the 2026-2027 school year. All registrations that are submitted with CIPPE Forms dated prior to 5/1/2026 will not be accepted.

You can view instructions on how to register for fall sports here: School Website

The registration link can be found here: Winter Athletic Registration Page

The following winter sports for the High School begin officially on November 20th:

• Boys Basketball
• Boys Indoor Track & Field
• Boys Swimming & Diving
• Boys Wrestling
• Cheerleading
• Girls Basketball
• Girls Indoor Track & Field
• Girls Swimming & Diving
• Girls Wrestling
• Unified Bocce

Make sure you are viewing Mr. Ferraro's latest Playoff Updates to stay informed about how our teams are doing in the postseason! Latest Playoff Update can be found here: Playoff Update

The Office of Support Services is pleased to present our Fall 2026 Newsletter. This publication is your one stop shop for community services, district information, local food banks, mental health supports and so much more!

All members of the senior class are asked to complete the FAFSA process. For more information about this state initiative, please check out the FAFSA Completion Letter.

FAFSA Opt-Out Letter