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Student newspaper of Strath Haven High School

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Student newspaper of Strath Haven High School

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Interim Superintendent Mr. James Scanlon, Board President Mr. Kevin Henry, Board Vice President Mrs. Kelly Wachtman, and Board Member Mrs. Michelle Williams prepare for the November 18 regular school board meeting.

New principal, elective additions approved at November Board meeting

Other notable items included changes to the Silver Guide, the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school calendar, and the purchase of a Ford super duty pickup truck.
Clark Kerkstra '27, Haven Happenings Editor
Nov 21, 2024
Twelve student-athletes pose for a group photo during the fall athletic signing ceremony in the library on Nov. 13.

Student-athletes sign commitments for college

Some current senior student-athletes at Strath Haven have committed to colleges to pursue their education and sport further.
Lavanya Dixit '27, Sports Editor
Nov 15, 2024
A picture of a patch of mold near the vent in room 307, posted by Christina Si on September 15 and used with permission.

Mold in science classroom sparks student concern 

Issues with the ventilation caused mold to attack ceiling tiles, pictures, and flags throughout room 307.
Kaitlyn Ho ’26, Managing Editor of Print
Nov 8, 2024
Perspective: A balancing act of stress and success

Perspective: A balancing act of stress and success

Students cope with stress over academics and extracurriculars in Strath Haven’s competitive environment.
WSSD teachers applaud WSEA President Billie Jo McNamara returns to her seat after being allowed to speak at the public school board meeting, despite not being a resident in the district, on Tuesday, August 27 in the Strath Haven Middle School Auditorium.

District and WSEA agree to contract

District and teachers union are still negotiating on outstanding issues including teacher prep time at the high school.
Clark Kerkstra '27, Haven Happenings Editor
Nov 8, 2024
Graphic of step by step procedure students were shown the day of the shake out drill.

Haven practices earthquake drill

School starts shaking things up.
Luci DiBonaventura '25, Detours & Opinions Editor
Nov 8, 2024
Students check out the voter registration booth at lunchtime.

Voter registration drive helps students register for election

Students passionate about voting helped to start and run the registration drive.
Evie Fernandez '27, Haven Happenings Editor
Nov 8, 2024
Mr. Jonathan Hardy poses under the spotlight in the auditorium.

Mr. Jonathan Hardy resigns as Technical Support Specialist

Hardy will continue to support students on the theater tech crew.
Matteo Ventresca '25, Editor-in-Chief
Nov 8, 2024
Senior Cole Mahoney smiles while being in mid-air from being thrown by one of his friends off to the side of the mosh-pit.  The first dance of the year took place Saturday, October 26th, 2024 in the gym.

Student Council hosts ‘A Night in Greece’ homecoming dance

Strath Haven students were gallivanting in Greece with ABBA, Travis Scott, and more.
Zoe Likely '25, Reporter
Nov 8, 2024
Soprano Cantata members sing during the Feast of St. Francis mass in the Cathedral of St. John Divine on Sunday, October 6. The choir was a combination of various singers which included Strath Haven Cantata, The Cathedral Choristers, choirs from Villanova University, surrounding schools, and people who wanted to be part of the mass.

Cantata returns to New York City

New choral director continues a Haven tradition of over three decades.
Matthew Ramirez ‘26, Managing Editor of Web
Nov 8, 2024
Judge Omar Gafney and William R. Chumley discuss the situation with Mr. Duane Wilson

Cast, crew, and staff prepare for opening of fall play

Harvey cast, crew, and staff members reflect on their past months of rehearsal, and share what is to come.
Dyllan Leaf ‘28, Contributor
Nov 8, 2024
Sophomore Appalachian student Georgia Gianopoulos takes a selfie with a friend while in the midst of torrent downpour.

Haven alums share impact of hurricane on college experience

The aftermath of hurricanes brought communities together to rebuild.
Evelynn Lin '25, Editor-in-Chief
Nov 8, 2024
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