YSSD October 2024 Newsletter
Portrait of a Graduate Student Spotlight
This school year we will be recognizing York Suburban students who represent the Portrait of a Graduate qualities we strive to instill in our students through our curriculum, opportunities, and experiences. This month, we are very proud to spotlight Sophia Scalet, Class of 2025, as a student who exemplifies our Compassionate Citizen competency.
Since elementary school, but particularly during her time at the high school, Sophia has demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to academics and selfless passion for service. For example, as the current President of the Impact Foundation, Sophia is instrumental in leading the organization to provide food and clothing to over 130 families in need each month.
Some of the other ways in which Sophia has had a positive impact on our community during her time as a student include:
- Lifelong Girl Scout - Joined in Kindergarten
- Puzzle Partner Working with Exceptional Students - Since Sophomore Year
- Link Crew Member - Junior Year
- Student Board Representative - Junior Year
- Future Leaders of York - Junior Year
- Tutor for Students in York City - Senior Year
- Student Council Member - Since Middle School
- Student Council President - Senior Year
- Other Clubs and Activities Include - Diversity and Activism Club, Five Academic Honor Societies, Model UN, Technology Student Association, Musicals, and Soccer Team.
Sophia is one of those rare students who not only excels in everything she does, but does so to make the world a better place. She truly exemplifies our Compassionate Citizen competency. Thank you, Sophia, for all you have done and continue to do for York Suburban.
Next month, we will spotlight a student who exemplifies the attributes of a Community Collaborator.
Sincerely,
Scott Krauser, Ed.D., Superintendent of Schools
- All Month - Careers in Construction Month, Disability History and Awareness Month, Down Syndrome Awareness Month, Filipino-American History Month, Italian-American Heritage Month, National Bullying Prevention Month, National Principals Appreciation Month, and Polish-American Heritage Month
- September 15 thru October 15 - Hispanic Heritage Month (Mosaic created by Mrs. Paul's class at East York Elementary)
- October 2 - National School Custodian and Buildings & Grounds Appreciation Day
- October 2 - National Walk and Bike to School Day
- October 5 - World Teachers’ Day
- October 6 - National Coach Appreciation Day
- October 6-12 - Fire Prevention Week
- October 14 - Indigenous Peoples Day/Columbus Day
- October 14-18 - School Lunch Week
- October 16 - National Boss’ Day
- October 16 - York Suburban Unity Day / Stop Bullying Day / Trojan Spirit Day
- October 21-25 - Teen Driver Safety Week / School Bus Safety Week
- October 23-31 - Red Ribbon Week / Drug-Free America Week
- October 28 - National First Responders Day
Black Out Fundraiser
Sponsored by the High School Girls Volleyball Team
October 3, 7 p.m., York Suburban High School
York Suburban vs. Susquehannock High School
Ayden Zeigler-Kohler, a former East York Elementary student, would have been a senior this year had he not lost his courageous battle against DIPG brain cancer. This year's Volleyball Black Out Fundraiser is being held in his honor and will benefit the 4AydenStrong Foundation started by Ayden's family to help other families whose children are battling cancer and to assist in finding a DIPG cure. All are invited to join us for the event.
York Suburban Unity Day
October 16
Unity Day was started by PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center and provides us with an opportunity to stand united against bullying and in support of kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. On Wednesday, October 16, all York Suburban students, teachers, administrators, secretaries, bus drivers, food service staff, parents, and community members are invited to get involved and wear and share the color orange. Thank you in advance for participating!
Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing
Presented by York Suburban High School
October 24, 25, and 26, 7 p.m., High School Auditorium
Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for students
Click here to purchase your tickets.
One of Shakespeare's comedies, the show follows two romantic pairings as a group of soldiers arrives in town, hosted by the Duke of Messina. We've taken some creative liberties with the story (our Duke is a Duchess and our Messina is 1940s New York City), but Shakespeare's humorous story of love and deception remains.
Marching Band & Color Guard Cavalcade of Bands Honors
In September, our Marching Band and Color Guard participated in the Cavalcade of Bands Competition and tied for first place in the Yankee A Division. Congratulations to all the band members, directors, and parents on a great start to the competition season.
Yearbook Staff Receives Gold Level Excellence Award
York Suburban Named an Outstanding Visual Arts Community by PAEA
For providing an art program that is rigorous and inclusive, highly accessible, and visible, York Suburban was one of only 43 school districts in the state and only two in York County to be named an Outstanding Visual Arts Community by the Pennsylvania Art Education Association (PAEA). This honor can be attributed to the dedication of our amazing art educators.