🎉 Congratulations to our 11th Grade Honor Roll Students! 🎉

We’re proud to recognize the members of the Schuylkill Haven Area High School 11th Grade Class who achieved Honor Roll status for the 1st Marking Period! 🌟

Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence continue to shine bright—keep it up, Hurricanes! 💙💛
3 months ago, Jim Hale
11th Grade Honor Roll
Attention Seniors,
On Tuesday, Nov. 11th at 10:00 AM, Commonwealth University (Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield) will be here to do an INSTANT DECISION DAY! You come in, apply for free, and find out instantly if you are accepted! Sign up in the Guidance Office asap if you are interested!
3 months ago, Jim Hale
🎉 Congratulations to our 10th Grade Honor Roll Students! 🎉

We’re proud to recognize the members of the Schuylkill Haven Area High School 10th Grade Class who achieved Honor Roll status for the 1st Marking Period! 🌟

Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence continue to shine bright—keep it up, Hurricanes! 💙💛
3 months ago, Jim Hale
10th Grade Honor Roll
🎉 Congratulations to our 9th Grade Honor Roll Students! 🎉

We’re proud to recognize the members of the Schuylkill Haven Area High School 9th Grade Class who achieved Honor Roll status for the 1st Marking Period! 🌟

Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence continue to shine bright—keep it up, Hurricanes! 💙💛
3 months ago, Jim Hale
9th Grade Honor Roll
On Wednesday, November 5th, the Eighth Grade Seminar classes welcomed Mrs. Sharon Angelo from Career Link. Mrs. Angelo shared her presentation “What’s Made in Schuylkill County?” as well as the wealth of career opportunities available in our county.
3 months ago, Jim Hale
8th Grade Seminar Classes
8th Grade Seminar Classes
🎉 Congratulations to our 8th Grade Honor Roll Students! 🎉

We’re proud to recognize the members of the Schuylkill Haven Area High School 8th Grade Class who achieved Honor Roll status for the 1st Marking Period! 🌟

Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence continue to shine bright—keep it up, Hurricanes! 💙💛
3 months ago, Jim Hale
8th Grade Honor Roll
Attention college bound juniors and undecided college bound seniors: Haven Day at Penn State Schuylkill is November 18th. We will take a trip to the campus, learn about opportunities there and lunch is included. We will be gone from approximately 9:00 – 1:00. Permission slips are available in the guidance office. Trip is first come, first served as we will be taking one bus so act fast to reserve your spot! Permission slips are due November 11th.
3 months ago, Jim Hale
Attention Seniors: If you will be applying to Penn State and did not do so yet, sign up in the guidance office for Penn State Application Days November 10th and 11th. You will report to room 211 after homeroom both days to submit your application to ANY Penn State Campus, with no application fee! Sign up by this Friday, November 7th!
3 months ago, Jim Hale
🎉 Strong Start for Our SHAHS Math Team! 🧮💪

The Schuylkill Haven Area High School Math Team kicked off their competition season with an impressive performance at the Dickinson College Competition on Tuesday, October 21st — finishing 11th out of 32 schools! 🙌

The team included seniors Ariyanna Wright, Blake Rossi, and Matthew Angelo, along with junior Justin Watcher. Individually, Justin placed 11th and Matthew finished 34th out of 124 students! 👏

We’re so proud of their hard work and teamwork! The Hurricanes will continue their season on Tuesday, November 4th, when they compete in the AMC 10/12.

📚✨ Keep up the great work, Math Team — you’re proving that hard work really adds up! ➕💯
3 months ago, Jim Hale
Our very own Mad Scientist Miss Moyer and her eighth-grade science classes are feasting on “fungus” and “brains” during their classes today. Happy Halloween!
3 months ago, Jim Hale
8th Grade Science
Important Blue and Gold Yearbook announcement:

Students grade 8-11 have received instructions on how they can order their copy of the yearbook along with all necessary information and papers to participate in a school wide fundraiser. Students that choose to participate in this fundraiser can earn discounts (or even a free copy) of the publication!

If students need another informational packet or have any questions, they can see Mrs. Hale in room 227 or send her an email at halej@shasd.org

**Graduating seniors should not place an order for their copy, as it will be ordered for them. If you see a member of the PTO, please thank them for this generous donation to the senior class**
3 months ago, Jim Hale
🔴 Red Ribbon Week kicks off tomorrow at Schuylkill Haven Area High School! 🔴

Get ready for a week full of school spirit and positive choices as we celebrate being drug free! 💪

Here’s what’s coming up:

❤️ Monday 10/27 – Red-y to be drug free! Wear red!

💙 Tuesday 10/28 – Team up against drugs! Wear your favorite fan gear OR twin with a friend!

🌈 Wednesday 10/29 – Don’t get tied up in drugs! Wear tie-dye!

🎸 Thursday 10/30 – Band together against drugs! Dress like a rock star or represent your favorite band!

🎃 Friday 10/31 – Scare drugs away! Wear your Halloween costume (no masks, weapons, or inflatables).

Let’s show our Hurricane Pride and commitment to living drug free all week long! 🌪️
3 months ago, Jim Hale
Red Ribbon Week
🎓💙💛 Congratulations to our outstanding 2025 SHAHS graduates!

Schuylkill Haven Area School District is proud to recognize Anna Schaeffer and Emelia Scherer, who have earned the prestigious AP Capstone Diploma, and Alea Porter, who has earned the AP Seminar and Research Certificate through the College Board’s AP Capstone program!

To earn the AP Capstone Diploma, students must achieve scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminar, AP Research, and four additional AP exams of their choice — a remarkable demonstration of dedication, academic excellence, and research skill.

Students who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research receive the AP Seminar and Research Certificate, recognizing their mastery of college-level research, writing, and presentation skills.

This year, more than 160,000 students from over 3,500 schools worldwide participated in the AP Capstone program — and we’re so proud that our Haven Hurricanes were among these exceptional scholars! 🌎📚

👏 Join us in celebrating Anna, Emelia, and Alea for their hard work, perseverance, and commitment to academic excellence!
3 months ago, Jim Hale
AP Winners
🎓 We’re Hiring!

The Schuylkill Haven Area High School is seeking one, full-time, permanent Learning Support Teacher to join our dedicated team of educators.

Candidates must hold a valid PA certification in Special Education.

This position includes a comprehensive benefits package featuring:
💼 Professional development opportunities
🩺 Health, dental, and vision insurance
🏦 Retirement plan
🌟 Life insurance, sick leave, and paid holidays

If you’re passionate about helping students succeed and want to be part of a supportive school community, we encourage you to apply today!

Send Application Information to Jane M. Gordon (gordonj@shasd.org) or apply in writing:
Dr. Shawn T. Fitzpatrick
Superintendent of Schools
501 East Main Street
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
3 months ago, Jim Hale
Employment Opportunity
The Friends Forever Club gathered this week for a fun and festive pumpkin painting session. Members brought their creativity and enthusiasm as they decorated pumpkins with bright colors, unique designs, and plenty of fall flair. Laughter and conversation filled the room, making it a joyful time to relax, connect, and celebrate the season together. The event was a great success, leaving everyone with colorful pumpkins and warm memories.
3 months ago, Jim Hale
Friends Forever Club
Friends Forever Club
Friends Forever Club
Friends Forever Club
Friends Forever Club
🎉 Congratulations to our newest and current members of the Schuylkill Haven Area High School National Honor Society! 🌟

Tonight, we proudly celebrated these outstanding students during the NHS Induction Ceremony at the Zwerling Auditorium. Their dedication to scholarship, leadership, service, and character continues to shine as an example for all Hurricanes. 💛💙

📸 Front row (L–R): Mckenna Runkle, Lillian McDonald, Grayson Fessler, Ayla Essler-Kiryaman, Allie Bright

📸 Back row (L–R): Justin Watcher, Kelly Ulsh, Landon Trostle, Kylie Siket, Allison Scherer

📸 Standing (L–R): Audrey Hutchinson, Bella Murphy, Kaitlyn Russo, Hailey Keppley

Congratulations once again to all of our honorees — we are so proud of you! 👏💫
3 months ago, Jim Hale
NHS 2025-2026
The Blue and Gold Yearbook advisors are excited to share that all graduating seniors will all receive a copy of the 2026 Blue and Gold Yearbook courtesy of the Schuylkill Haven Area PTO. If you have already purchased your senior a copy of the publication, please contact Mrs. Hale via email at halej@shasd.org and she will be able to assist you with the refund process.

Underclassmen will be receiving order forms along with fundraising information later this week. Our fundraiser will once again be poinsettias and will help students earn money off of the cost of their copy of the 2026 Blue and Gold Yearbook. If your student(s) plan to participate in the fundraiser, please hold off on purchasing your yearbook online. Information about ordering at a discounted price will be outlined in the fundraiser packet.
3 months ago, Jim Hale
On Wednesday 10/15, my AP US History/Government and Econ/World Tensions students took a field trip to Gettysburg to experience the impacts of a major Civil War battle on American history and development. Students had lots of fun seeing the cyclorama, touring the museum, and learning from an outstanding Civil War expert on a bus tour of the important battle town.
3 months ago, Jim Hale
Gettysburg Trip
Gettysburg Trip
Gettysburg Trip
Gettysburg Trip
Gettysburg Trip
Gettysburg Trip
Gettysburg Trip
Gettysburg Trip
Gettysburg Trip
Gettysburg Trip
Congratulations Zamonie Alexander, Maria Frantz, and Elizabeth Krause on successfully auditioning and making County Chorus! Over 100 Students auditioned for a spot in this year’s ensemble and we are so proud of these students. Zamonie, Maria, and Elizabeth will represent Schuylkill Haven in the Festival held at Pottsville this February
3 months ago, Jim Hale
Schuylkill County Band
🎃👻 Get your costumes ready — it’s almost Trunk or Treat time! 🚗🍬

Join us on Wednesday, October 22nd at 5:00 PM in the LVHN Sports Performance Center Parking Lot for a spooktacular evening of fun, candy, and creative trunks! 🕸️🦇

This event is open to ALL Schuylkill Haven residents ages 12 and under — so bring your best costume, your sweet tooth, and your Halloween spirit! 🎭🍭

It’s a family-friendly night you don’t want to ghost! 👻✨
4 months ago, Jim Hale
Trunk or Treat 2025