Senior Spotlight: Marcos Flores

Saucon Valley senior Marcos Flores has thrown discus and shot putt as a member of the track and field team, and played defensive end as a member of the football squad.

Senior Spotlight: Gavin Coyne

Saucon Valley senior Gavin Coyne has been a four-year varsity starter on the Panther boys tennis team.

Spotlight on Kelly and Kevin Schreder

Twins, catchers and team captains at Saucon Valley, Kelly and Kevin's father also caught when he was in high school in California, "so catching is a family tradition."

Saucon Valley Student Named 'Best of the Best'

Susanne "Susi" Neher, a senior at Saucon Valley High School, has been named a "Best of the Best" recipient by Cohen & Feeley, Attorneys at Law.

Senior Spotlight: Kelly Shoenberger

"Some would argue the goalkeeper position is the most important on the field, since it is the last line of defense. Saucon has been fortunate to have Kelly, a solid leader and defensive presence, in such an important position." -Coach Stevie Ochse

Panthers' Colonial League Academic All Stars Named

The Saucon Valley Athletic Department has announced that its 2012 Colonial League Academic All Stars are Garrett Powell and Susanne "Susi" Neher.

Local Student's Art Will Be Exhibited at NCC

Amber Petchonka of Hellertown will have her artwork exhibited in a fine arts exhibit at Northampton Community College from April 30 to May 14.

St. Mike's Students Receive Academic Awards

Students from St. Michael the Archangel School in Upper Saucon Township received awards at Allentown Central Catholic High School's annual Music, Writing and Math Competition for local "feeder" schools.

'Tournament of Plays' to Be Performed at High School

The plays being performed are acted, directed and partially written by Saucon Valley students.

District Employee Thanked for 50 Years of Service

On Administrative Professionals Day, Saucon Valley Middle School secretary Jane Rieger was treated to a surprise party in recognition of her half-century of employment with the school district.

School Board Approves Technology Initiative

At its meeting April 24, the Saucon Valley School Board approved a 1-to-1 initiative that will provide seventh-graders with 24-hour access to iPads starting in September.

School Board to Vote on Student ID, Cell Phone Policies

School board member Lanita Lum wants to do away with student identification badges and change a district cell phone policy.

District Celebrates Environmental Center Project Launch

A launch party was held April 20 for the planned Saucon Valley Environmental Education Center (SVEEC) on the campus of the Saucon Valley School District.

Third Quarter Middle School Honor Roll Announced

The following students were named to the Honor Roll at Saucon Valley Middle School for the third marking period of the 2011-2012 school year.

St. Mike's Students Headed to State Science Competition

Seventh and eighth grade students from St. Michael the Archangel School in Upper Saucon Township recently participated in the 78th Annual Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science competition in Easton. Some are advancing to the PJAS states May 13-15.

Saucon Valley Senior Receives Donley Award

High school senior Garrett Powell is the recipient of a 2012 Donley Award. The annual awards honor students for their community service, academic excellence and leadership.

On Tap for Tuesday: High School Band and Choir Spring Concert

The concert at Saucon Valley High School will feature a specially-commissioned piece called "The Awakening," and will be band director Kevin O'Connell's last concert at the school.

Middle Schoolers Break 'Pennies' Fundraising Record

Students at Saucon Valley Middle School recently participated in the Olive Garden's "Pasta for Pennies" program coordinated with the Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Saucon Valley Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees Announced

The 2012 inductees represent the Saucon Valley Athletic Department's inaugural Athletic Hall of Fame class.

District: Students Must Be Immunized by April 30

Saucon Valley School District students without required immunizations will not be admitted to school after April 30, 2012, because of new school immunization regulations that took effect last year.

Karine Polgar Named to Via All-Star Classic Team

The Saucon Valley senior will compete Saturday, March 31, in the 37th annual Via All-Star Basketball Classic. Polgar, a guard, will be a member of the Colonial League Girls team.

Saucon Valley Coach Recovering from Devastating Fall

Saucon Valley High School baseball coach Glenn Snyder was seriously injured in a Jan. 2 fall down a flight of steps in his Hellertown home. He has been receiving physical therapy in Philadelphia.

Christian Kennedy Named to Via All-Star Classic Team

The Saucon Valley senior will compete Saturday, March 31, in the 37th annual Via All-Star Basketball Classic. Kennedy, a center, will be a member of the Colonial League Boys team.

School Board to Vote on Replacing Retiring Teachers

The Saucon Valley School Board voted Tuesday to allow superintendent Sandra Fellin to advertise for positions, although the board could vote to eliminate those positions by attrition.

District Superintendent Discusses Virtual Schooling

Saucon Valley School District superintendent Sandra Fellin presented members of the school board with several cyber-schooling options for high school students at the board's March 27 meeting.

Saucon Valley Spring Sports Rosters Announced

Saucon Valley athletic director Bob Frey recently announced the rosters for baseball, softball, boys and girls lacrosse, boys tennis and girls soccer.

School District Issues Stadium Construction Notice

On Wednesday, the Saucon Valley School District announced several temporary regulations related to construction at Montford E. Illick Stadium on the school district campus.

Kindergarten Registration Will Be Held Thursday

Saucon Valley kindergarten registration for the 2012-2013 school year will be held March 29 from 5 to 7pm, or by appointment.

Parent Prom Raises Almost $13,000 for Education Foundation

The third annual Saucon Valley Foundation for Educational Parent Prom, which was held at The Meadows in Lower Saucon Township March 9, raised nearly $13,000 for the foundation's educational initiatives.

Local Students Headed to Major Lego Competition

Team Jireh is made up of eight homeschooled students from Lower Saucon Township, Upper Saucon Township and Quakertown.

School Board Solicitor Advises Caution on Drug Testing Policy

The Saucon Valley School Board plans to revisit student and employee drug testing issues in the future.

Local Students Inducted into NCC Honor Society

Several Hellertown students were recently inducted into the Phi Theta Kappa honor society at Northampton Community College.

Students Participate in Seuss-Themed Reading Event

Students at St. Michael the Archangel School in Upper Saucon Township participated in "Read Across America" and celebrated Dr. Seuss' birthday from Feb. 27 to March 2.

Senior Spotlight: Polgar, Wean and Mowrey

As senior team tri-captains, Karine Polgar, Emily Wean and Jessica Mowrey have led the Saucon Valley girls basketball team.

Student T-Shirt Design Contest Announced

The deadline for the contest--which is open to all Saucon Valley students--is March 30, 2012.

Local College Students' Achievements Announced

Saucon Valley residents have been named to Dean's Lists at their respective colleges and universities, awarded scholarships or inducted into honor societies.

School Board Questions Travel Request for iPad Research

Saucon Valley School District assistant superintendent Carl Atkinson will travel to Massachusetts to learn about iPad implementation in schools.

School Board Ponders Random Drug Testing

Saucon Valley School Board members discussed random drug testing for students involved in extracurricular activities and new employees at their Feb. 28, 2012 meeting.

Jazz Band Advances to Competition's Finals Round

The Saucon Valley High School Jazz Ensemble has advanced to the finals of the first-ever SteelStacks High School Jazz Band Showcase, which will be held March 11 at 4pm at the ArtsQuest Center’s Musikfest Café in Bethlehem.

Cheerleaders Capture First at Ocean City Nationals

Saucon Valley cheerleaders competed in the "Reach The Beach" national championships last weekend, with Team Spirit and the Mighty Minis capturing first place trophies.