Not All 'Saucon,' Panther Tweets are School District's

Saucon Valley School District superintendent Dr. Sandra Fellin says she's hoping to minimize confusion among Twitter users by naming the six official accounts in use or reserved for use by district staff and personnel.

Second Semester H.S. Open House Set for Jan. 31

The open house for parents will be held at Saucon Valley High School from 6:30 to 8:15pm.

Elementary School Report Cards Go Home Jan. 30

Parents of Saucon Valley Elementary students should expect to receive their children's report cards Jan. 30, according to the district.

School Calendar Announced for 2013-14

Saucon Valley School District school calendar was approved by the school board Jan. 7.

Two Local Students Make U. of Delaware Dean's List

The students named to the University's Fall 2012 Dean's List are both from Hellertown.

Lafayette President to be NCC Winter Commencement Speaker

Daniel H. Weiss, president of Lafayette College, will speak at Northampton Community College's winter commencement Jan. 26.

Local College Student Recipient of Scholarship

Andrew M. Kanusky of Hellertown is the recipient of Clarkson University's Earl L. LaPointe '22 Memorial Endowed Scholarship this year.

Middle School Students Launch Clothing Drive

The items collected by Saucon Valley Middle School students will be donated to New Bethany Ministries in Bethlehem.

Local Students Named to Dean's List at DeSales

The following Hellertown area students were recently named to the fall 2012 Dean's List at DeSales University in Center Valley.

iPad Education Session Scheduled for Jan. 10

The iPad Family Education Session for Saucon Valley seventh-graders and their parents will be held at the middle school from 6:30 to 7:30pm.

Parents Invited to Take School Security Survey

In the wake of the Dec. 14 Newtown, Connecticut school shooting, the Saucon Valley School District has asked the parents and guardians of students to take a security survey.

A Mother's Christmas Wish for Her Son: Healing Prayers

Hellertown mom Brenda Sanchez is reaching out for prayers for her son, Jose "Angel" Mojica, 15, as he continues his struggle with leukemia.

SVSD Superintendent: 'Best Force and Source of Security are People'

In the wake of the Newtown school shooting, Saucon Valley School District superintendent Dr. Sandra Fellin thanked parents and staff for their faith in the district's schools on Monday.

SVSD Superintendent: Reassure Kids in Wake of School Shooting

The following letter was written and shared by Saucon Valley School District superintendent Dr. Sandra Fellin in response to the Newtown, Conn. school shooting.

Dear Newtown, Connecticut

This open letter in response to the tragic school shooting was penned by Hellertown native Emily Doll, a doctoral student at George Mason University in Fairfax, Va. It was first published on her Facebook page on Friday.

Middle School Now Has a 'Breakfast Club'

The Saucon Valley Middle School Breakfast Club will be open from 7:10 to 7:25am daily in the Pond Lobby and at the middle school store. It's sponsored by the National Junior Honor Society.

Panther Varsity Basketball Rosters Announced

The 2012-2013 Saucon Valley boys and girls varsity basketball rosters have been announced.

Public Invited to View SVSD Stadium Renovations

A public tour of the recent renovations to Montford Illick Stadium is being offered by the Saucon Valley School District. Attendees should meet at the stadium ticket booth Wednesday, Dec. 5 at 6pm.

Attend the SVHS Winter Band/Choral Concert

The concert will be held Thursday, Dec. 6 at 7pm in the Saucon Valley High School auditorium.

School District Fitness Center Reopening

The Saucon Valley Fitness Center is open free of charge for local residents, staff, and high school students.

Middle School Honor Roll Announced

The following students were named to the honor roll at Saucon Valley Middle School for the first quarter (2012-2013 school year). Information is courtesy of the Saucon Valley School District.

Sands Casino Expansion Approved by Gaming Board

The approval means Sands Bethlehem Casino Resort can add 31 new table games, giving it more table games than any other casino in Pennsylvania. More than 100 new jobs are anticipated.

High School Announces First Quarter Honor Roll

The following students were named to the honor roll at Saucon Valley High School for the first quarter ending in November 2012.

Superintendent Withdraws Graduation Credit Plan

Accusations and a general lack of support prompted Saucon Valley School District superintendent Dr. Sandra Fellin to withdraw her earlier proposal Nov. 13.

Panthers Fall to Perkiomen Valley

Saucon Valley forfeited a substantial early lead in Friday night's loss to the Perkiomen Valley Vikings.

Lady Panthers Win First District XI AA Title

The Saucon girls soccer team was led by Tori Young, Callie Protchko, Alicia Binn and Helen Ross.

Saucon Students to Return to Class Monday

Saucon Valley schools will reopen on Monday, Nov. 5, after being closed for a week due to widespread power outages caused by Superstorm Sandy.

Middle School Shelter Closing

The Saucon Valley Middle School will close as a storm shelter Sunday night at 9pm.

Attend Saturday's Football Game for Free

All admission fees for Saturday's Saucon Valley football game will be waived as a way to help rally community spirit in the wake of the power outages caused by Superstorm Sandy.

Middle School Shelter to Stay Open Until Sunday

Saucon Valley Middle School will continue to serve as a shelter for storm-weary local residents who lost power during Superstorm Sandy. The Saucon Valley Compost Center will also open for extended hours. Volunteers are needed at both locations.

School District Gym Opening as Shelter

The Saucon Valley Middle School gym will serve as a shelter for local residents who are without power.

Saucon Soccer Coach Celebrates 100th Win

Saucon Valley boys head soccer coach Mel Moyer celebrated his 100th career win when the team defeated Notre Dame Green Pond last week.

Local NCC Students Inducted into Phi Theta Kappa

Several Hellertown residents were recently inducted into Northampton Community College's Phi Theta Kappa chapter.

Senior Spotlight: Natalie Roche

Natalie Roche is a standout volleyball player for Saucon Valley.

Spotlight on Saucon Senior Tennis Players: Bohnhorst, Martin and Till

Head coach Joann Ochse: "I can't say enough about my senior singles players... These three seniors are the backbone of our team. They are everything that is good about high school athletics. I wish them the best in whatever their futures

Senior Spotlight: Saucon Girls Soccer Defender Rachel Moyer

Rachel Moyer, a Saucon Valley senior, has been named 2012 Spring Honorable Mention Colonial League; Express-Times Honorable Mention; and Morning Call Honorable Mention for her achievements on the soccer field. 2012 Fall - 2nd team Colonial League

Senior Spotlight: Saucon Valley Boys Soccer Players

The Saucon Valley team's senior starters are Nate Schriffert, Dan Thompson and Anh Nguyen. The team's record is 17-5-2 (division 8-1-2).

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Parent-Chaperone Security Clearances Needed, District Says

The Saucon Valley School District says all parent-chaperones must submit to the security clearances in order to travel to events with students.