This past week 3 students represented Schuylkill Haven High School at the annual Schuylkill County Chorus festival. Student successfully auditioned back in October and rehearsed Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday morning with a concert that afternoon! Seniors Maria Frantz, Elizabeth Krause, and Sophomore Zamonie Alexander delivered a beautiful performance. Zamonie also successfully auditioned and was selected for a solo during the concert! Congratulations on a job well done!
🎶 Here we go again! 🎶
Schuylkill Haven Area High School proudly invites you to experience the magic, music, and nonstop energy of MAMMA MIA! 🌟 Get ready for an unforgettable night filled with ABBA’s greatest hits, incredible student talent, and a story that will have you dancing in your seat!
⭐ Special Senior Citizens Performance:
April 15 at 6:00 PM
📅 Show Dates:
✨ April 16 at 7:00 PM
✨ April 17 at 7:00 PM
✨ April 18 at 7:00 PM
✨ April 19 at 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Zwerling Auditorium
🎟 Tickets: $12 — available online or at the door!
From powerhouse vocals to dazzling choreography, our cast and crew have been working hard to bring this feel-good production to life. You won’t want to miss one of the most exciting events of the spring!
Grab your friends, bring the family, and join us for a night of music, laughter, and memories. 💙💛
Take a chance on us… and we promise you’ll be saying “Mamma Mia!” all the way home!
Schuylkill Haven Area High School proudly invites you to experience the magic, music, and nonstop energy of MAMMA MIA! 🌟 Get ready for an unforgettable night filled with ABBA’s greatest hits, incredible student talent, and a story that will have you dancing in your seat!
⭐ Special Senior Citizens Performance:
April 15 at 6:00 PM
📅 Show Dates:
✨ April 16 at 7:00 PM
✨ April 17 at 7:00 PM
✨ April 18 at 7:00 PM
✨ April 19 at 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Zwerling Auditorium
🎟 Tickets: $12 — available online or at the door!
From powerhouse vocals to dazzling choreography, our cast and crew have been working hard to bring this feel-good production to life. You won’t want to miss one of the most exciting events of the spring!
Grab your friends, bring the family, and join us for a night of music, laughter, and memories. 💙💛
Take a chance on us… and we promise you’ll be saying “Mamma Mia!” all the way home!
Next week, the Schuylkill Haven Area School District will come together to recognize Disability Awareness Week, with all three buildings participating in meaningful activities designed to promote understanding, acceptance, and inclusion.
Students and staff will take part in themed days, educational opportunities, and school-wide initiatives that highlight the importance of empathy and celebrating the unique strengths each individual brings to our Hurricane community.
We encourage our families to review the posted theme day schedules and support their students in joining the effort. Together, we can continue to build a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.
Because at Schuylkill Haven, we don’t just learn together — we lift each other up. 💙💛
Students and staff will take part in themed days, educational opportunities, and school-wide initiatives that highlight the importance of empathy and celebrating the unique strengths each individual brings to our Hurricane community.
We encourage our families to review the posted theme day schedules and support their students in joining the effort. Together, we can continue to build a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.
Because at Schuylkill Haven, we don’t just learn together — we lift each other up. 💙💛
❄️👑 A Sweet Snowy Success! 👑❄️
We are so proud to congratulate Madelyn Fink, a 3rd grade student at the Schuylkill Haven Area Elementary Center, who was crowned Snow Drop Princess at the 56th Greater Pottsville Winter Pageant!
Madelyn represented our school and community with confidence, kindness, and a smile that truly shined on stage. Competing among outstanding 2nd and 3rd grade Snow Drop contestants, she carried herself with grace and made this moment one to remember.
📸 Photo Credit: Pottsville Republican and Greater Pottsville Winter Carnival — thank you for sharing photos and helping preserve memories from such a special event.
Congratulations, Madelyn, on this wonderful and well-deserved honor! 💙✨
We are so proud to congratulate Madelyn Fink, a 3rd grade student at the Schuylkill Haven Area Elementary Center, who was crowned Snow Drop Princess at the 56th Greater Pottsville Winter Pageant!
Madelyn represented our school and community with confidence, kindness, and a smile that truly shined on stage. Competing among outstanding 2nd and 3rd grade Snow Drop contestants, she carried herself with grace and made this moment one to remember.
📸 Photo Credit: Pottsville Republican and Greater Pottsville Winter Carnival — thank you for sharing photos and helping preserve memories from such a special event.
Congratulations, Madelyn, on this wonderful and well-deserved honor! 💙✨
🎯 Right on Target! 🎯
Our Schuylkill Haven Archery Club turned in a strong performance at Williams Valley!
👏 Maya Krammes led the way as our top female archer, followed closely by sophomore Mady Stranix.
👏 On the boys’ side, 7th grader Colton Ellex was our top male archer, with junior Mason Seltzer right behind him.
🏹 Extra kudos to Maya and Lily Krammes, who both earned Top 10 finishes in the Senior Girls division!
📍 Up next: The Hurricanes head to Millersburg this Saturday — best of luck to our archers as they keep aiming high! 💙💛
Our Schuylkill Haven Archery Club turned in a strong performance at Williams Valley!
👏 Maya Krammes led the way as our top female archer, followed closely by sophomore Mady Stranix.
👏 On the boys’ side, 7th grader Colton Ellex was our top male archer, with junior Mason Seltzer right behind him.
🏹 Extra kudos to Maya and Lily Krammes, who both earned Top 10 finishes in the Senior Girls division!
📍 Up next: The Hurricanes head to Millersburg this Saturday — best of luck to our archers as they keep aiming high! 💙💛
The PMEA District 10 Intermediate Band and Orchestra Band & String Orchestra Fest was held on Friday, January 30th at Easton Area Middle School. Members of the Schuylkill Haven Area School District Music Department were selected to participate in the concert band under the direction of guest conductor, Rick Hilborn.
The following students represented Schuylkill Haven Middle School: Ayla Marx & Camryn Siket. Adrianna Grubel represented Schuylkill Haven Area High School. Students rehearsed all day Friday and despite a 2 hour delay due to weather, presented an amazing concert! Congratulations to Ayla, Camryn and Adrianna on an excellent performance!
The following students represented Schuylkill Haven Middle School: Ayla Marx & Camryn Siket. Adrianna Grubel represented Schuylkill Haven Area High School. Students rehearsed all day Friday and despite a 2 hour delay due to weather, presented an amazing concert! Congratulations to Ayla, Camryn and Adrianna on an excellent performance!
A letter from the Superintendent:
Dear Hurricane Family,
The weather forecast is calling for a significant winter storm to impact our area next week. In preparation, the district administrative team met yesterday to develop a comprehensive plan focused on student and staff safety, instructional delivery, snow-clearing procedures, virtual learning schedules, and the availability of our campus to support the community in the event of widespread power outages.
At this time, if school is closed on Monday, it would constitute our third traditional snow day, which would be made up later this spring. Should winter weather conditions persist or worsen as predicted, the district may begin utilizing Flexible Instruction Days (FID) as early as Tuesday, in accordance with our approved plan through the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Additional details and guidance will be communicated as decisions are made.
Our top priority remains safety, and we will continue to monitor conditions closely while making decisions as early as possible to allow families and staff time to plan. We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate what could be one of the most challenging winter storms in years.
Finally, I want to extend a special thank you to our custodial and maintenance teams. They have done an outstanding job all winter long and are once again preparing for what may be their largest storm yet. Their dedication and hard work behind the scenes do not go unnoticed. Please continue to watch for district communications in the coming days. Stay safe and take care of one another.
Sincerely,
Shawn T. Fitzpatrick, Ed.D
Superintendent of Schools
Schuylkill Haven Area School District
“Quality Endures”
Dear Hurricane Family,
The weather forecast is calling for a significant winter storm to impact our area next week. In preparation, the district administrative team met yesterday to develop a comprehensive plan focused on student and staff safety, instructional delivery, snow-clearing procedures, virtual learning schedules, and the availability of our campus to support the community in the event of widespread power outages.
At this time, if school is closed on Monday, it would constitute our third traditional snow day, which would be made up later this spring. Should winter weather conditions persist or worsen as predicted, the district may begin utilizing Flexible Instruction Days (FID) as early as Tuesday, in accordance with our approved plan through the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Additional details and guidance will be communicated as decisions are made.
Our top priority remains safety, and we will continue to monitor conditions closely while making decisions as early as possible to allow families and staff time to plan. We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate what could be one of the most challenging winter storms in years.
Finally, I want to extend a special thank you to our custodial and maintenance teams. They have done an outstanding job all winter long and are once again preparing for what may be their largest storm yet. Their dedication and hard work behind the scenes do not go unnoticed. Please continue to watch for district communications in the coming days. Stay safe and take care of one another.
Sincerely,
Shawn T. Fitzpatrick, Ed.D
Superintendent of Schools
Schuylkill Haven Area School District
“Quality Endures”
❄️🎶 Oh snow… it’s concert night! 🎶❄️
Get ready for the cutest winter performance of the season as our Kindergarten students take the stage TONIGHT for their Oh Snow! concert! 🧤☃️
🕡 Concert begins at 6:30 PM
🚪Doors open at 6:10 PM
📍 Zwerling Auditorium | Schuylkill Haven Area High School
✨ Pro tip: Arrive early and warm up your evening by checking out the Winter Art Show starting at 5:30 PM in the Elementary Center—our students’ creativity is on full display!
Bundle up, bring your cameras, and prepare for smiles, songs, and a whole lot of kindergarten magic. ❄️💙💛
Get ready for the cutest winter performance of the season as our Kindergarten students take the stage TONIGHT for their Oh Snow! concert! 🧤☃️
🕡 Concert begins at 6:30 PM
🚪Doors open at 6:10 PM
📍 Zwerling Auditorium | Schuylkill Haven Area High School
✨ Pro tip: Arrive early and warm up your evening by checking out the Winter Art Show starting at 5:30 PM in the Elementary Center—our students’ creativity is on full display!
Bundle up, bring your cameras, and prepare for smiles, songs, and a whole lot of kindergarten magic. ❄️💙💛
Important Attendance Update
We’ve shared an important letter with families outlining updates to Pennsylvania’s school attendance laws and what they mean for students and families.
Please take a moment to read the letter below. If you have questions or need support, your child’s school is here to help.
We’ve shared an important letter with families outlining updates to Pennsylvania’s school attendance laws and what they mean for students and families.
Please take a moment to read the letter below. If you have questions or need support, your child’s school is here to help.
💌 Hearts Around the World is coming to SHAMS Achieve! 🌎
Our Schuylkill Haven Area Middle School Achieve (After School Program) students are taking on a beautiful challenge — to collect valentines, postcards, and kind notes from all 50 states and from countries around the world to show just how far love and kindness can travel. ❤️
Each piece of mail becomes more than just a card — it becomes a lesson in geography, culture, and connection. Our students will be mapping where each heart comes from and learning about the people and places behind them.
We’d love for our local community, alumni, families, and friends across the globe to be part of this special project. Whether you’re in Schuylkill Haven, across Pennsylvania, or on the other side of the world, your kindness can make a difference.
📬 Send a Valentine, postcard, or note of encouragement to:
Mrs. Greenawalt c/o SHAMS Achieve
120 Haven Street
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
Please help us spread the word by sharing this post — let’s see how far our SHAMS hearts can travel! 💕🌍
Our Schuylkill Haven Area Middle School Achieve (After School Program) students are taking on a beautiful challenge — to collect valentines, postcards, and kind notes from all 50 states and from countries around the world to show just how far love and kindness can travel. ❤️
Each piece of mail becomes more than just a card — it becomes a lesson in geography, culture, and connection. Our students will be mapping where each heart comes from and learning about the people and places behind them.
We’d love for our local community, alumni, families, and friends across the globe to be part of this special project. Whether you’re in Schuylkill Haven, across Pennsylvania, or on the other side of the world, your kindness can make a difference.
📬 Send a Valentine, postcard, or note of encouragement to:
Mrs. Greenawalt c/o SHAMS Achieve
120 Haven Street
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
Please help us spread the word by sharing this post — let’s see how far our SHAMS hearts can travel! 💕🌍
🎄❄️ Winter Break is Almost Here! ❄️🎄
The Schuylkill Haven Area School District is gearing up for Winter Break! Please take note of the following important dates:
🕒 Early Dismissal:
📅 Tuesday, December 23
🎅 No School:
📅 Wednesday, December 24 – Friday, January 2
🎒 Students Return:
📅 Monday, January 5, 2026
We wish our students, families, and staff a joyful, safe, and restful holiday season! ❤️💚
The Schuylkill Haven Area School District is gearing up for Winter Break! Please take note of the following important dates:
🕒 Early Dismissal:
📅 Tuesday, December 23
🎅 No School:
📅 Wednesday, December 24 – Friday, January 2
🎒 Students Return:
📅 Monday, January 5, 2026
We wish our students, families, and staff a joyful, safe, and restful holiday season! ❤️💚
🌪️ Hurricanes Have Your Back! 🌪️
Our SHAMS Aevidum Club is excited to launch a special Hurricane Proud shirt sale — designed by our very own middle school students to support the incredible Aevidum movement here in Schuylkill Haven!
Aevidum’s mission is simple but powerful: to make sure every student feels seen, supported, and welcomed. By purchasing a shirt, you’re helping us continue creating positive, meaningful experiences for our kids.
👕 Front and back design
🎨 Available in 3 colors
📄 Order form attached
🛒 Order online: https://shamsaevidum2025.itemorder.com/
⏰ Sale ends January 11th, 2026!
Please consider joining us in showing that “Hurricanes got your back!” Your support helps us keep building a district where every student feels valued. 💙💛
Our SHAMS Aevidum Club is excited to launch a special Hurricane Proud shirt sale — designed by our very own middle school students to support the incredible Aevidum movement here in Schuylkill Haven!
Aevidum’s mission is simple but powerful: to make sure every student feels seen, supported, and welcomed. By purchasing a shirt, you’re helping us continue creating positive, meaningful experiences for our kids.
👕 Front and back design
🎨 Available in 3 colors
📄 Order form attached
🛒 Order online: https://shamsaevidum2025.itemorder.com/
⏰ Sale ends January 11th, 2026!
Please consider joining us in showing that “Hurricanes got your back!” Your support helps us keep building a district where every student feels valued. 💙💛
🎶🌟 The most wonderful notes of the year are about to ring through the SHAMS Auditorium!
Join us on Thursday, December 11th for our Winter Concert, featuring our Beginner Band, Advanced Band, and Chorus. It’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with a little hometown harmony! 🎄💙💛
🕰 Doors open at 6:30pm
🎼 Concert begins at 7:00pm
📍 Schuylkill Haven Area Middle School Auditorium
Admission is free, and donations are always appreciated.
PLUS — arrive early or stay after to enjoy our SHAMS Art Displays, showcasing the creativity of our talented students! 🎨❄️
Come on out, support our musicians and artists, and let the sounds of the season warm your winter night. 🌟🎶
Join us on Thursday, December 11th for our Winter Concert, featuring our Beginner Band, Advanced Band, and Chorus. It’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with a little hometown harmony! 🎄💙💛
🕰 Doors open at 6:30pm
🎼 Concert begins at 7:00pm
📍 Schuylkill Haven Area Middle School Auditorium
Admission is free, and donations are always appreciated.
PLUS — arrive early or stay after to enjoy our SHAMS Art Displays, showcasing the creativity of our talented students! 🎨❄️
Come on out, support our musicians and artists, and let the sounds of the season warm your winter night. 🌟🎶
We are very proud to announce that Senior Audrey Hutchinson was chosen as the 2025-2026 Female Scholar Athlete from Schuylkill Haven. Audrey will represent Schuylkill Haven Area High School at the Schuylkill County Women’s Athletic Association banquet in April. Congratulations to Audrey for all of her hard work in the classroom, on the field, on the court, and in the community.
🎁✨ Join Us in Making the Season Brighter! ✨🎁
This year, our Youth Summit is proud to sponsor a Giving Tree to support families right here within our district. Each family shared wish-list items, and every gift has been lovingly placed on a tag.
When we return from Thanksgiving break, these tags will be hung on the Giving Tree in the High School lobby for students and staff to take and fulfill.
To ensure every gift is covered, we’re opening this opportunity to our entire Hurricane community. If you’d like to help:
🎄 Take a tag directly from the Giving Tree, or
📧 Email smitht@shasd.org to receive a virtual tag.
All gifts should be returned to Room 221 by Monday, December 15 so we can ensure timely delivery to our families.
Thank you, Hurricanes, for your kindness, generosity, and heart. Together, we can make this holiday season a little brighter for those who need it most. 💙💛
This year, our Youth Summit is proud to sponsor a Giving Tree to support families right here within our district. Each family shared wish-list items, and every gift has been lovingly placed on a tag.
When we return from Thanksgiving break, these tags will be hung on the Giving Tree in the High School lobby for students and staff to take and fulfill.
To ensure every gift is covered, we’re opening this opportunity to our entire Hurricane community. If you’d like to help:
🎄 Take a tag directly from the Giving Tree, or
📧 Email smitht@shasd.org to receive a virtual tag.
All gifts should be returned to Room 221 by Monday, December 15 so we can ensure timely delivery to our families.
Thank you, Hurricanes, for your kindness, generosity, and heart. Together, we can make this holiday season a little brighter for those who need it most. 💙💛
🎄 The Sounds of the Season Are Almost Here! 🎶
Join us on Thursday, December 4th at 7:00 PM in the Zwerling Auditorium for the SHAHS Holiday Concert!
Our talented High School Concert Band & Choir have been working hard to bring you an evening filled with festive music to kick off the holiday season. From classic favorites to new seasonal selections, this is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit!
🎟 Admission is FREE – bring family, friends, and holiday cheer!
We can’t wait to see you there as we celebrate the season together. 💙💛✨
Join us on Thursday, December 4th at 7:00 PM in the Zwerling Auditorium for the SHAHS Holiday Concert!
Our talented High School Concert Band & Choir have been working hard to bring you an evening filled with festive music to kick off the holiday season. From classic favorites to new seasonal selections, this is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit!
🎟 Admission is FREE – bring family, friends, and holiday cheer!
We can’t wait to see you there as we celebrate the season together. 💙💛✨
💛 SHASD Community Support 💛
A valued member of our Schuylkill Haven Area School District family has recently experienced a serious medical emergency. During this challenging time, we want to come together as a community to show our support.
We are starting a Meal Train to help the family with meals. If you are able to drop off food, you can sign up here: Meal Train
You can also contact Shauna at 570-728-6219 to coordinate.
Your kindness and support mean so much—thank you for helping lift up a family in need.
Parents/Guardians of graduation seniors, please utilize the link below to create your senior recognition ad in the 2026 Blue and Gold Yearbook.
https://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/yearbook-ads
https://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/yearbook-ads
🎄✨ It’s Poinsettia Season! ✨🎄
Support the Schuylkill Haven Area Middle School Mini-THON by purchasing beautiful poinsettias this holiday season! 🌺❤️💚
🗓 Sale Dates: Monday, November 10th – Monday, December 8th
📍 Pick-Up: Schuylkill Haven Area Middle School Office
📆 Date: Wednesday, December 17th
🕐 Time: Starting at 1:00 PM
Bring some festive cheer to your home or office while helping raise funds For The Kids! 🌟🎁
Support the Schuylkill Haven Area Middle School Mini-THON by purchasing beautiful poinsettias this holiday season! 🌺❤️💚
🗓 Sale Dates: Monday, November 10th – Monday, December 8th
📍 Pick-Up: Schuylkill Haven Area Middle School Office
📆 Date: Wednesday, December 17th
🕐 Time: Starting at 1:00 PM
Bring some festive cheer to your home or office while helping raise funds For The Kids! 🌟🎁
🌟 Wear Red to Fight Hunger! 🌟
For the month of November, we recognize fighting hunger as a worthy cause. November is Youth Hunger Awareness Month ❤️
To show our support, the Schuylkill Haven Area School District will be wearing RED on Thursday, November 20, 2025!
Let’s come together to raise awareness and take a stand against hunger in our community.
For the month of November, we recognize fighting hunger as a worthy cause. November is Youth Hunger Awareness Month ❤️
To show our support, the Schuylkill Haven Area School District will be wearing RED on Thursday, November 20, 2025!
Let’s come together to raise awareness and take a stand against hunger in our community.
