Susquehanna Township High School

March 2018 Newsletter

From the Desk of Mr. Still:

STHS students, staff, and faculty are busier than ever with learning, extra‐curricular activities, 

and athletics. Our students are some of the best and brightest in the area and we are Hanna 

Proud of their commitment to excellence inside and outside of the classroom. Academically, we 

are preparing students in Algebra 1, Biology, and English Language Arts for the upcoming 

Keystone Exams, which will take place in May.  

We have also completed student course requests. Student schedules are in the process of being 

developed and will be distributed before the end of the school year. 

On the performance stage, we have two opportunities to watch our students in action. 

“Footloose the Musical” show dates are March 8th – 11th and tickets are on sale now!  

In addition, the African American Heritage program will present the student‐run program “A 

Tour through African American History” on March 15th at 6pm.  

The start of the spring athletic season is also just around the corner and we look forward to 

seeing you cheer on the Hanna Tribe! Check the Athletics Webpage for specific events, times, 

and schedules. 

 

Sincerely, 

Keith D. Still 

Principal, STHS 

 

Upcoming Events at STHS

March 1 ‐3 – Regional Chorus Festival 

March 6 – PTO meeting at 6:30pm 

March 6 – 11th grade Physical Exams 

March 7 – Early Dismissal for Students at 11 am 

March 8 – 11 – Musical “FOOTLOOSE” 

March 11 – Daylight Saving (Spring Ahead) 

March 15‐ African American Heritage program  

March 21 – Hanna’s Got Talent Faculty Talent Show at 7pm 

March 22 – 24 – Regional Orchestra Festival 

March 28 and 29 – Snow makeup days (schools are in session) 

March 30 and April 2 – Spring Break 

Spring Sports start at the beginning of March 

Important Information from the English Department: Greetings from the English Department! As we roll in to March, we have many exciting projects in the works.  

The ninth grade is deep into novel reading and analysis exploring such classics as "Night" by Elie Wiesel and "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding.  

 

The 10th grade is working on a Poetry Slam presentation and utilizing Socratic Seminar to explore relevant topics for Slam Poetry, such as the Florida school shooting. 

 

Our 11th grade is gearing up to present their argument essays where they have worked hard on crafting tight thesis statements, counter claims, and rebuttals.  

 

Finally, 12th grade is writing and polishing their Senior Project papers to wrap up the final requirements for graduation.   

Along with our core courses, our Creative Writing classes are wrapping up their portfolios and AP Literature is examining Adrienne Rich's "Diving Into The Wreck".  

Important Information from the Mathematics Department:

Math classrooms have scientific and graphing calculators for students to borrow during 

class.  Calculators should remain in the classroom, unless the teacher has given 

permission to sign one out. 

Need a graphing calculator at home? o Desmos – has a free on‐line graphing calculator and an app. 

o Wabbitemu – has a great non‐iphone app, which looks like a graphing calculator. 

Algebra 1 Keystone Exam is just over two months away.  Do you need review material?  o Study Island – ask your teacher or guidance counselor to activate your account. 

o Keystone Exam App‐ has practice questions.  The app costs $0.99. 

AP Calculus AB/BC & AP Statistics exams are just over two months away. Download the 

review app now. 

                   

 

Looking Ahead April: Students will be taking CDT tests to prepare for Keystone Exams in May.

May: AP Exams are in May. 

 

News from the PTSO Discounted Hersheypark tickets ‐‐ The PTSO is selling discounted Hersheypark tickets for the 

2018 season. Save up to 43 percent off the front‐gate price. The order form is attached or you 

can pick one up in the main office. Orders are due March 16. 

Faculty Talent Show ‐‐ Don't miss the 20th annual "Hanna's Got Talent" Faculty Talent Show on 

Wednesday, March 21, at 7 p.m. and a chance to see our talented district staff and students 

perform. Come at 6 p.m. for a pre‐show Chocolate Festival. Show tickets are $5 at the door. 

Chocolate bites are sold for $1 each. This is a long‐standing Hanna community tradition and a 

fun evening! Hope to see you there! 

Talent Show Program ads ‐‐ If you are interested in placing an ad in the Talent Show program 

booklet (for as little as $5) see the attached flyer. Ads/payment are due March 15. 

News from the STHS PTSO ‐‐ The Winter 2018 newsletter of the PTSO is attached. 

 

Discount Ticket ORDER FORM

STUDENT NAME: _________________________________________ ROOM #: _______

PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME: __________________________________________________

ADDRESS: ______________________________________________HBG, PA __________

PRIMARY PHONE #: (______)______-__________ Home Cell Work

EMAIL: ______________________________________________@___________________

TICKET TYPE PRICE QUANTITY TOTAL HP ‘All-Age” Regular ages 3+ $39.00 $ .

Prepaid Meal Tickets $11.99 $ .

CHECKLIST for PLACING Your ORDER F Wrote TOTAL # of TICKETS Ordered F Wrote TOTAL AMOUNT DUE F Matched TOTAL AMOUNT DUE with TOTAL on CHECK F COMPLETED the CONTACT INFO Section of this form F Wrote Student’s NAME and ROOM # on ENVELOPE F ENCLOSED PAYMENT and ORDER FORM in ENVELOPE F PAYMENT is either CHECK or MONEY ORDER (NOT CASH)

PAYMENT METHODS: CHECK or MONEY ORDER (NO CASH PAYMENTS) Please make checks out to STHS PTSO

DELIVERY METHOD (select one) F Pick-Up in School Office (will be notified via email when ready) F Send Home with Student F Mail (regular US postal mail)

MEAL TICKETS: Savings up to 30% OFF retail prices! Receive a FREE Refillable SOUVENIR CUP!

(refills are only .99 +tax all season)

TOTAL AMOUNT PAID

$ . TOTAL TICKETS

ORDER DUE DATE March 16th

FRIDAY

HIGH SCHOOL

PLEASE NOTE: Lost or stolen tickets

cannot be replaced and NO REFUND

will be issued.

HANNA’S GOT TALENT 20

th ANNUAL FACULTY TALENT SHOW

March 21, 2018 7 pm

Susquehanna Township High School Auditorium 3500 Elmerton Avenue Harrisburg, PA 17109

Program Booklet — Black and white, size - 5.5 x 8.5.

Please select your advertisement preference: ____ Feather sponsor ($5) - line listing of name in program ____ Spear sponsor ($10) - business card ad ____ Arrow sponsor ($25) - half-page B&W ad (5x4, horizontal), running ad on screen before the show,

mention by the emcee during the show ____ Tribe sponsor ($50) - full-page B&W ad (5x8 vertical), running ad on screen before the show,

mention by the emcee during the show, name running on the event sign in front of the school (at the corner of Elmerton and Progress avenues) as sponsor of the Talent Show

Name/Company ______________________________________________________________ Address _______________________________________City __________________________ State _____ Zip Code _______ Phone/fax ________________ Email __________________ If you are supporting the PTSO with a Feather advertisement, please print your line listing below: ____________________________________________________________________ Total $ amount enclosed __________

Full payment, contract, and ad must be received by March 15, 2018. Advertisements (business card, half page and full page) must be camera ready in

electronic format. Send artwork (pdf or jpeg or eps) to Amy at albcomm@yahoo.com. Return this form and payment (check made out to “STHS PTSO”) to STHS PTSO, 3500

Elmerton Ave., Harrisburg, PA 17109 QUESTIONS? Contact Amy at albcomm@yahoo.com.

Hanna Happenings News from the Susquehanna Township High School (STHS) Parent-Teacher-Student Organization (PTSO)

Winter 2018

Can you believe school is

halfway over?

The PTSO has been hard at

work enriching the high

school experience for

students, teachers, staff,

and parents:

Teacher Appreciation –

The PTSO continues to

provide treats to teachers

and staff as a way to show

appreciation for all they do

for our students. A hot

chocolate bar is planned for

February.

Chocolate Festival and

Faculty Talent Show –

Scheduled for March 21, this

event raises money in

support of our students,

including senior

scholarships. Please plan to

come to this fun evening for

the entire community. The

event kicks off at 6 p.m.

with a Chocolate Festival

($1 per item) and arts/craft

show. Teachers take the

stage at 7 p.m.

Mock DUI – The day before

the prom, the PTSO will

sponsor an assembly and

mock DUI, in partnership

with our township police and

fire companies, to remind

junior and senior students

about the dangers of

distracted driving and driving

under the influence.

Support of PBIS Arrows

prizes – The PTSO provides

financial support for PBIS

Arrows “behavior incentive”

prizes. Thank you to the

teacher team for their

efforts on making the

program a success!

Get involved by attending

PTSO meetings, held the

first Tuesday of each month

at 5:30 pm in the HS library.

STHS 8th Annual Mini-THON Saturday, April 14

All money raised at this all-night event for students goes to The Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital to help fight pediatric cancer.

Parent chaperones are needed to make this night a

success. You can chaperone all night (6 p.m. to 6 a.m.) or pick a shift (6-10 p.m., 10 p.m.-2 a.m., or 2-6 a.m.). Email Sharon Otstott at ashndanismom@gmail.com

to sign up for one, two, or all three shifts!

For sponsorship opportunities, email Mrs. Tracy at jtracy@hannasd.org.

CHAPERONES NEEDED

Don’t miss the

HANNA’s GOT

TALENT Annual

Faculty Talent Show.

Wed., March 21, 7 p.m.

Chocolate Festival starts

at 6 p.m.

See other side for details.

Happy Winter from the PTSO!

2017-2018 PTSO Officers Co-Presidents: Amy Bobb & Sue Stare Secretary: Darlene Irving

Treasurer: Tracy Merlina

_____________________________________________________

The PTSO is selling discounted Hersheypark tickets as a fundraiser. Save up to 43% off 2018 gate admission rates. Enjoy family-favorite coasters and rides, water attractions

and an 11-acre walk-thru zoo for one low price!

See attached order form for details or pick up a form at the High School office.

ORDERS ARE DUE MARCH 16.

The STHS PTSO is a partnership with the Hanna Education Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching activities for ALL twp. district students. Learn more at

www.hannafoundation.org.

STHS student Yenisha Lopez shows off the Xbox One she won during the PBIS raffle in December. The PTSO provides funding for prizes awarded as part of the behavior

rewards program.

Thank you to all the parents who donated their favorite holiday goodies for the PTSO-sponsored end-of-year teacher appreciation. The teachers and staff enjoyed all the delicious goodies!