Saucon's O'Donnell Crowned PIAA District XI AA Champion

Saucon Valley junior Ray O'Donnell will now take his unbeaten 39-0 record to the regionals.

Distracted Driving Focus of High School Presentation

Local resident Jane Hoff, the founder of Take A STANDD, Inc., brought her campaign against distracted driving to Saucon Valley High School on Feb. 23.

'Aida' Opens Thursday at Saucon Valley HS

"Aida: The Timeless Love Story (School Edition)," featuring music by Elton John and lyrics by Tim Rice, will be performed at Saucon Valley High School March 1-3 at 7:30pm and March 3-4 at 2pm.

Students Stuff 'Boo-Boo Bears' for Local Hospital ERs

The bears stuffed by St. Michael the Archangel Primary School students will be used to help cheer young patients at local hospitals.

St. Mike's Second-Graders Celebrate Mardi Gras

Students at St. Michael the Archangel School made their own shoebox "floats" and paraded them through the primary school.

Middle School Wrestlers Collect Championship

The Saucon Valley Middle School wrestling team took the 2012 AA District XI Title Championship at the Junior High District XI Wrestling Tournament at Parkland High School the weekend of Feb. 18.

Distracted Driving Presentation Planned for Thursday

Saucon Valley resident Jane Hoff, the founder of Take a STANDD, Inc., hopes to educate teens and help prevent dangerous, distracted driving with an innovative presentation based on in-depth research.

Senior Spotlight: Christian Kennedy

Saucon Valley senior Christian Kennedy has led the Panthers' varsity basketball team in scoring, rebounding and blocked shots this season.

Second Quarter High School Honor Roll Announced

The following students were named to the Saucon Valley High School Honor Roll in the second quarter of the 2011-2012 school year.

Saucon Valley Cheerleaders Hope to Win VIP Room Contest

The Saucon Valley High School Competition Cheerleading Squad is heading to Maryland next weekend for the annual Reach the Beach National Cheer Competition, where members want to snag the "VIP Room."

This Week in Saucon Valley Schools: Feb. 20-24

Here’s a look at what’s happening in the Saucon Valley School District this week.

School Board Members Question Sporting Event Fees

Some Saucon Valley School Board members would like to see former students admitted to district sporting events for free.

Saucon Valley Driver's Ed Registration Dates Announced

Students do not need to be 16 or possess a valid learner's permit in order to enroll in the upcoming course.

James Bond-Themed 'Parent Prom' Fundraiser Planned

The Saucon Valley Foundation for Educational Innovation's third annual Parent Prom will be held March 9 at The Meadows in Lower Saucon Township.

Saucon Valley Mourns Death of Winningest Baseball Coach

William E. "Bill" Rogers Jr. was Saucon Valley's head baseball coach from 1985 to 2008. He died Feb. 10, 2012 at the age of 66.

Time's Running Out to Apply for Chamber Scholarship

The Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber of Commerce is seeking applicants for its annual Phyllis M. Schnaible Merit Award. The deadline to apply is March 9, 2012.

School Board Member Rails Against Textbook in Opinion Piece

In a Morning Call "Your View" letter, Saucon Valley School Board member Bryan Eichfeld is speaking out against a textbook he calls "politically motivated and factually inaccurate."

Second Marking Period Middle School Honor Roll Students Named

Saucon Valley Middle School has announced that the following students attained Honor Roll during the second marking period of the 2011-2012 school year. Congratulations!

This Week in Saucon Valley Schools: Feb. 13-17

Here’s a look at what’s happening in the Saucon Valley School District this week.

Kids Dress Up in Jammies to Support Cancer Patients

On Feb. 3, Saucon Valley School District students and staff wore pajamas to school to show their solidarity with kids battling cancer.

Local Students Graduate from NCC

A number of Hellertown students recently graduated from Northampton Community College.

School Newsletter Includes Reminder about Student Attire

Saucon Valley Middle School students should not wear revealing garments or flip-flops, the February-March-April school newsletter states.

Music School to Award Six Scholarships

The Lesson Center is sponsoring an essay contest, and will give away three year-long and three 3-month scholarships.

Foundation Announces College Scholarship Opportunity

The Simon Youth Foundation will award 2012 scholarships to graduating high school students who live within 50 miles of a Simon property such as the Lehigh Valley Mall.

Catholic Schools Week Activities, Events Announced

The annual celebration of Catholic education will take place this week at St. Theresa School in Hellertown and St. Michael the Archangel Primary and Middle schools in Upper Saucon Township. The theme for this year's Catholic Schools Week is "Faith, Academ

This Week in Saucon Valley Schools: Feb. 6-10

Here’s a look at what’s happening in the Saucon Valley School District this week.

Fall Dean's, President's List Students Named

The Saucon Valley area students listed below have been named to Fall 2011 Dean's or President's lists at their respective colleges and universities.

Saucon Valley Student Has Whooping Cough, District Says

A Saucon Valley High School student has a confirmed case of whooping cough, the district announced Thursday.

Local Students Graduate from DeSales

A number of Hellertown area students recently graduated from DeSales University in Center Valley.

School Board Member Skeptical of Textbook

Saucon Valley School Board member Bryan Eichfeld raised concerns over a social studies text that includes information about global warming at the board's Jan. 23 meeting.

District's Preliminary Budget Shows No Tax Increase

Saucon Valley superintendent Sandra Fellin said this would be the fourth consecutive year without a tax increase.

Foundation Plans Guest Bartender Fundraiser

The Saucon Valley Foundation for Educational Innovation will hold a Guest Bartender Fundraiser at Braveheart Highland Pub in Hellertown on Thursday, Feb. 2. The event will benefit the Saucon Valley School District's Environmental Education Center.

Local Teen Hopes to Win Nashville Recording Session

Saucon Valley junior Kayli Reily is among 10 finalists in the OneMain Financial CT40 Future Star contest.

Local Students Named to Dean's Lists

The Saucon Valley area students listed below have been named to Dean's Lists at their respective colleges and universities.

Senior Spotlight: Amanda Long

The 2011 Saucon Valley Homecoming Queen, Amanda Long is one of the girls' swim team captains.

Senior Spotlight: Brian Peterson

A knee injury suffered in ninth grade helped propel Saucon Valley senior Brian Peterson toward becoming a successful swimmer.

Cheer Squads Compete in Fort Washington

The squads competed at Upper Dublin High School on Saturday, Jan. 14.

PPL Grant Will Benefit Environmental Education Center

A $2,000 Empowering Educators grant will help finance the development of the Saucon Valley Environmental Education Center, it was recently announced.

NCC Announces Names of Local Dean's List Students

Northampton Community College in Bethlehem Township has announced that the following local students were recently named to its Fall 2011 Dean's List.

Local Student Recognized for 'Outstanding Leadership'

Hellertown resident Anthony Masucci, a junior at Valley Forge Military Academy, has been recognized for his leadership qualities by the Widener University High School Leadership Awards.