Saucon Valley Schools Closed Wednesday

Snow and bitter cold will keep Saucon Valley students at home Wednesday.

St. Theresa School to Host Annual Bingo Feb. 1

St. Theresa School in Hellertown has announced that it will host its annual Longaberger, Coach and Vera Bradley Bingo on Saturday, Feb. 1 at the school at 300 Leonard Street.

NCC Chosen for Obama's 100,000 Strong in the Americas Initiative

Northampton Community College is one of the first four colleges and universities in the country selected to receive grants in the program, which aims to increase study abroad between the United States and Latin America and the Caribbean.

Initial 2014-2015 SVSD Budget Includes $450,000 Deficit

The district is dealing with rising costs associated with teacher pension requirements from the state and workmen's compensation and insurance costs.

3 Percent Raises Approved for SVSD Employees

The employees had agreed to a pay freeze during the 2012-2013 school year, and the new one-year agreement is for the 2013-2014 school year.

2nd Annual Beef and Beer Will Benefit SVHS Musicians

Tickets for this year's Mardi Gras-themed Beef and Beer are $25 each, and all proceeds will go toward the Saucon students' May trip to Tennessee.

SVSD Thanks Responders Who Fixed Frozen Sprinkler, Broken Pipe

Saucon Valley School District superintendent Dr. Sandra Fellin took time to thank the commercial and emergency responders who quickly dealt with a frozen sprinkler system head and pipe break at the high school Tuesday night.

2-Hour Delay for Saucon Valley Students Wednesday

Saucon Valley School District announced Tuesday afternoon that there will be a two-hour weather-related delay for students on Wednesday, Jan. 8.

Saucon Valley Schools Closed Tuesday Due to Extreme Cold

Due to the extreme cold and wind chill factors forecast for Tuesday, Saucon Valley schools will be closed, the district announced late Monday afternoon.

Lehigh University President Alice Gast Stepping Down

Lehigh University President Alice Gast has accepted an appointment as president of Imperial College London, according to a posting on the college website.

SV Grad Ian Gimbar an Asset to Muhlenberg Football Program

Muhlenberg College junior and Saucon Valley graduate Ian Gimbar was recently named to the All-Centennial Conference first team after helping the Muhlenberg College football team earn a postseason berth in 2013.

Southern Lehigh Grad Named to Centennial Conference Honor Roll

Muhlenberg College junior and Center Valley resident Chelsea Rivenbark was recently named to the Centennial Conference Academic Honor Roll. Rivenbark, who is a member of Muhlenberg's women's cross country team, is a Southern Lehigh graduate.

Which Local College President is Best Compensated?

The Chronicle of Higher Education released its annual study on compensations for presidents at private colleges.

SVHS HS Alumni Publication Project is Under Way

The upcoming guide is planned to be a definitive reference for Saucon Valley High School alumni, and will make it easy for them to reconnect with former friends and classmates, according to an announcement from the school district.

High School Students Invited to Free Financial Aid Workshop

In January, Penn State Lehigh Valley's student aid office will host two free financial aid workshops for high school students who are considering enrolling in college.

SVHS Tops Academic Performance Index of LV High Schools

Saucon Valley High School topped the 2012-2013 overall academic performance rankings for Northampton and Lehigh County high schools according to data released Wednesday by the PA Department of Education and shared by the Saucon Valley School District

Two Hour Delay Wednesday For Saucon Valley Schools

Saucon Valley Schools Closed Tuesday

Saucon Valley schools will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 17, due to the latest winter storm to hit the Lehigh Valley.

Saucon Valley Schools Closed Tuesday

Saucon Valley schools will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 17, due to the latest winter storm to hit the Lehigh Valley.

Hellertown Resident Graduates from Alvernia U.

Cynthia L. Micklus of Hellertown has earned a Bachelor of Arts degree cum laude in criminal justice from Alvernia University.

SV Teacher Contract Talks Stalled Over Graduate Course Pay, Retirement Incentive

The Saucon Valley School Board recently gave its views on a fact-finding report and the heard the views of residents, and for the first time the teachers union spoke publicly about its views.

Saucon Valley Schools Closed Tuesday

Saucon Valley schools will be closed Tuesday, due to the inclement weather expected from an approaching winter storm.

Karabin, Baxter, Inghrim Re-elected SV School Board Officers

At a meeting Tuesday, the Saucon Valley School Board's three board officers were re-elected. They are: Michael Karabin, president; Susan Baxter, vice president; and Edward Inghrim, treasurer.

PowerTeaching Follow-Up Community Meeting Planned

A follow-up community meeting on the PowerTeaching instructional initiative in the Saucon Valley School District is planned for Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 6 p.m. in the high school Audion room.

Mark Your Calendar! Dates for SV Holiday Concerts Announced

Saucon Valley school students will host several holiday concerts in December.

Saucon FBLA to Help Make Holidays Brighter for Less Fortunate

The members of Saucon Valley High School's Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter are asking local businesses to contribute gifts to their Holiday Giveaway project, which will help make the holidays brighter for less fortunate children.

Saucon FBLA Students Making a Difference in Community

The members of Saucon Valley High School's chapter of Future Business Leaders of America have been busy with many community service-oriented projects.

Penn State LV to Offer SAT Review Courses This Winter

The first session will be held from 9 a.m. to noon, Saturdays from Jan. 4 to Feb. 22. The second session will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays from March 1 to April 26.

School District to Hold Presentation on Fact-Finder's Report

The presentation will be held Thursday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. in the Saucon Valley High School auditorium.

SVHS Names First Quarter Honor Roll Students

The following Saucon Valley High School students were recently named to the honor roll for the first quarter of the 2013-2014 school year.

Lower Saucon Needs Junior Council Members

Any student interested in the program should email a letter of interest to manager@lowersaucontownship.org.

Saucon Valley MS Names First Quarter Honor Roll Students

The following Saucon Valley Middle School students were named to the school's honor roll for the first quarter of the 2013-2014 school year.

Saucon Teachers Again Reject State Fact-Finder's Report

Following protocol, the Saucon Valley Education Association reconsidered a state fact-finder's report about a contract dispute at a meeting Wednesday.

Why I Voted to Reject the Fact-Finder's Report [Letter]

In the following letter to the editor, Saucon Valley School Board member Eric Adams explains why he voted to reject a report from a state-appointed fact-finder about a teacher contract impasse in the district.

Released: Fact-Finder's Report on Teacher Contract Impasse

A 30-page report from a fact-finder appointed by the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board to help settle a contract impasse between the Saucon Valley School District and its teachers was released Friday and posted on the district's website.

Saucon Teachers Reject State Fact-Finder's Report

Saucon Valley teachers have rejected the recommendations made in a state Labor Relations Board-appointed fact-finder's report that was recently drafted to help settle a contract dispute.

School Board Approves Fact-Finder's Recommendations

Saucon Valley teachers also meet, decide to give members more time to vote on report that could end contract gridlock.

'I Heart Boobies' Battle Will Go On, School Board Says

Easton Area School Board attorney says legal battle over breast cancer bracelets has important policy implications.

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

SV School Board Meeting Rescheduled for Nov. 7

The Saucon Valley School Board meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 12 has been rescheduled for Thursday, Nov. 7, the board announced at its Oct. 22 meeting.