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Susquehanna Valley High School
SABER NEWS
October 2021
From the Administration Important Dates:
October 8
We have been busy at the High School, and Superintendent’s
Conference Day
are happy to say our students are settling in-
to their routine and are off to a great start! October 11
Students just participated in a club/activity Columbus Day Holiday
fair. We could see the excitement that came All Buildings Closed
with learning about activities that could inter- October 13
est them in getting involved. I hope all of our PSAT Exams for Juniors
students find something to participate in; it’s
proven that involvement in school activities October 17-23
increases attendance and overall interest in National School Bus
Safety Week
school. We encourage you to check in with
your child to see what might interest them! October 20
College Day at the Arena
Students are also busy with homecoming
October 20
plans and the classes of 2022-2025 are start-
Board of Education
ing to prepare their floats for the homecoming
Meeting, 6 p.m.
parade. The theme is “decades” and each
class has chosen one. We can’t wait to see October 23
what they come up with! We invite all of our Homecoming Parade,
Saber families to join us along the parade Noon;
Homecoming Game,
route on October 23. The parade begins at 12
2:30 p.m.;
p.m., and while you are joining us, the big
SV Wall of Fame Induc-
homecoming football game kicks off at 2:30 tion, Halftime;
with Wall of Fame inductions at half-time. Homecoming Dance,
We hope to see you there! Students will also 8-10:30 p.m.
be able to attend the long-awaited Homecom-
ing Dance, 8 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Tickets cost
$10. The dance will be under a tent with
heaters, but I also encourage students to be
mindful that it is still outside, and plan that
into their “dressed to impress” outfits!
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October is also a busy month with college and career readiness activities.
Make sure to check out the Guidance pages in the newsletter to learn more
about Financial Aid Night, the upcoming PSAT exam, the College and Career
Fair at the Arena, and more!
As has been communicated previously, please remember to bring your
picture ID with you if you are coming to pick up your child during the
school day or if you are a visitor in the building. Also, please remember
masks are required inside all of our school buildings. Please never hesitate to
reach out if you have questions or concerns. All of the staff here at the high
school are here to help, and communication is the key to student success!
Until next time, be well, Saber Families!
Attention Senior Parents:
Chem Free After Prom Party Info!
Thank you to everyone who attended our
first meeting! We are off to a great start!
Please let us know if you have
any questions.
We look forwarding to seeing anyone who
is able to attend at our next meeting Octo-
ber 18, 2021 at 6 p.m. in the High School Library.
Email kbelnome@svsabers.org or jcarle@svsabers.org with any
questions.
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News from the
Guidance Office
The ASVAB will be given on Nov 3, 2021 at
8 a.m. to all 10th grade students. This apti-
tude test helps your child see how interests,
abilities, and personal preferences match
career opportunities. When taken in the 10th grade there is NO commit-
ment to the military, it is strictly used as a career development tool. It will
aid in guiding student decisions regarding post high school plans. The test
takes 1 hour and 30 minutes to complete online. Please ensure your student
arrives at school with a fully charged Chromebook (as they should every
day).
Susquehanna Valley High School will be offering the
PSAT on Wednesday, October 13, to 10th and 11th grad-
ers. The PSAT is essentially a practice SAT that will help
students prepare for the actual SAT, usually taken in
May or June of their junior year. The PSAT also has a
scholarship opportunity attached to it. Only 11th graders with qualifying
scores on the PSAT will be entered into the scholarship competition. Dead-
line to register for the test is Friday, October 8. Students are not officially reg-
istered until payment is received. (permission slip on next page)
Sections and Timing:
Reading Test- 60 minutes
Writing and Language Test- 35 minutes
Math Test (without calculator)- 25 minutes
Math Test (with calculator)- 45 minutes
Benefits of the PSAT:
Preparation for the SAT.
You can get a sense of your SAT score.
Pinpoints areas for development.
Free, personalized study plans through Khan Academy.
Scholarship opportunity (NMSQT).
Connect with colleges and universities.
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* For more information, go to https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-
nmsqt-psat-10.
When: Wednesday, October 13
Time: 8 a.m.
Where: HS Gym
Materials to bring: Number 2 pencils, scientific or graphing calculator
Cost: $18.00 - Cash or Check accepted. Checks can be made out to Susque-
hanna Valley CSD *fee waivers are available to eligible 11th graders only
Deadline to Register: Friday, October 8, 2021
The PSAT Permission Slip
October 13th at 8 a.m.
The Preliminary SAT, also known as the PSAT/NMSQT® (National Merit
Scholarship Qualifying Test), is a practice version of the SAT exam. You can
take the PSAT once per year, and many students take it in 11th grade. The
PSAT cost is $18.00 and can be paid via cash or check made out to the Sus-
quehanna Valley School District. Payment and permission slips should be
turned in to the High School Guidance Office by October 8. For fee waiver
consideration please call 775-9115.
The test lasts 2 hours and 45 minutes and tests reading, writing, and math
skills. Unlike the SAT, the highest score possible on the PSAT is 1520.
I would like my son/daughter:
Name:_____________________________________________________________________
To take the PSAT on October 13th at 8 a.m. at Susquehanna Valley High
School.
____________________________________________________________________________
Parent signature
____________________________________________________________________________
Date
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Financial Aid Night
The guidance department will be offering an IN-PERSON Financial Aid Night
for Seniors and their families on October 5, at 7:30 p.m. in the high school
auditorium. Part of the college application process is to submit the Free Ap-
plication for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This presentation will help stu-
dents and families understand the types of financial aid available and how to
submit the application. We highly encourage college-bound students to at-
tend with their families.
For those unable to attend the meeting in-person, we will offer the presenta-
tion through zoom.
https://E2CCB-GST.zoom.us/j/4076446585
Meeting ID: 407 644 6585
SAT and ACT
There is still time for college-bound seniors to take the SAT or ACT. While
some schools have carried over their test optional policy into the 2021-2022
admissions cycle, there are schools and programs that may require it. Both
the SAT and ACT have fall test dates!
SAT Test Dateswww.sat.org/register
Test Date Registration Deadline
November 6, 2021 October 8, 2021
December 4, 2021 November 4, 2021
ACT Test Dateshttp://www.act.org/
December 11, 2021 November 5, 2021
*Please note: SV is not a testing site, so students will have to take the exam
at a neighboring high school such as Binghamton HS, Vestal HS, Maine-
Endwell HS or CVHS.
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Preparing for the SAT/ACT:
Students should familiarize themselves with the test(s) and create a study
plan. Here are some tips on how to prepare for the SAT/ACT:
- Khan Academy
This is a free, personalized, online study tool. Khan Academy has
partnered with College Board to deliver a tailored guide to the SAT
based on the student’s PSAT results. If a student took the PSAT in
October, they can link their results to Khan Academy!
- SAT Practice Tests: - https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/
practice/full-length-practice-tests
- ACT Practice Tests: https://academy.act.org/
Many colleges and universities are waiving their SAT/ACT requirements for
this senior class due to COVID-19 closures. Please check with the schools
you are interested in for the most up-to-date information. If you are still in-
terested in taking the SAT/ACT, you must register online at
www.collegeboard.org for the SAT or www.actstudent.org for the ACT. SV is
not a testing site, but our students can test at local high schools in the area
such as Binghamton HS, Vestal HS or Maine-Endwell HS. Pay close attention
to test center closures due to COVID-19!
Juniors and Seniors! The Greater Binghamton
College Day will be held on Wednesday, Octo-
ber 20. Our students will be bused to the Visions
Veterans’ Memorial Arena to meet with represent-
atives from Noon-1 p.m. There will be over 60 col-
leges, plus labor unions, financial institutions
and military services represented.
Students that would like to attend during the day
must turn in a permission slip by Wednesday, October 13, to ensure we
have appropriate bussing. (see page 8 for the permission slip!)
Interested Parents are encouraged to attend the evening session from 6-8
p.m. The event is free so plan to come early to get a parking space.
Follow this link for a preview:
http://www.binghamtoncollegeday.com/colleges.php
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Virtual College Visits
College representatives will be visiting SVHS virtually this year. Students will
be notified about college visits in a number of ways:
- Posted on the Class of 2022 and Class of 2023 google classroom.
- As a meeting link on those class calendars.
- Morning and afternoon announcements.
Juniors and seniors that are college bound are strongly encouraged to attend
these visits. It is a great way to connect with colleges and explore options!
Senior Information:
Counselors have begun meeting with seniors to discuss post-secondary
plans. Students that are:
- College-bound should have a list of colleges they plan to apply to.
- Work-bound should bring a list of jobs they are interested in.
- Military-bound should let us know what branch they are interested in.
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Greater Binghamton College Day
October 20, 2021
Juniors and seniors are invited to attend Greater Binghamton College Day
2021 at the Vision’s Veterans Memorial Arena on Wednesday, October 20,
2021. SV will provide bus transportation for students who bring in a signed
permission slip. SV students are not allowed to drive to the event from
school. Students are responsible for all academic work they miss for this
event. Participants will be eating during first lunch block and then depart-
ing. We will return in time for students to attend their last period class.
Interested Parents are encouraged to attend the evening session from 6
- 8 p.m. The event is free so plan to come early to get a parking space.
There will be over 60 colleges, plus financial institutions and the mili-
tary services represented. Follow this link for a preview:
http://www.binghamtoncollegeday.com/colleges.php
Please return completed permission slips to the guidance office by
Wednesday, October 13, 2021.
__________________________ has permission to ride the SV school bus to attend
(Student’s Name)
College Information Day at the Broome County Arena on October 20, 2021.
My Student is in the:
11th Grade_____ 12th Grade_____
____________________________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature
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Susquehanna Valley
Homecoming Parade!
Attention Saber Fans!
Show your Saber Spirit and participate in
the 2021 Homecoming Parade!
Saturday, October 23, 2021
Starting at Schnurbusch Park & ending at SV High School
Line-up begins at 11:15 a.m.
Parade starts at Noon
If your organization would like to participate, please contact:
Rachel Heslin, High School Student Council Advisor,
rheslin@svsabers.org, 607-775-0304
High School Homecoming Dance
Dance starts at 8 p.m. and ends at 10:30 p.m.
Dance will be held outside, under a tent in shade area/football field entrance
area.
Tickets will be sold the week of October 18, during lunch blocks, at the high
school. Tickets are $10 (cash only).
Guests need to be registered in the Main Office before Friday, October 22.
Middle school students and individuals over 21 are not permitted to attend.
Concessions will be available at the dance (cash only).
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SV's Jessica Esperon-Meneilly wins 1st Place
in the NY Beef Council's Best Beef Burger Contest.
Every summer Mrs. Esperon-Meneilly looks for in-
teresting ways to improve the high school FACS
Program through professional development and
this summer was no different. While participating
in the STEM Beef Experience, sponsored by NY
Agriculture in the Classroom and the NY Beef
Council, Mrs. Esperon-Meneilly entered into the
“Best Beef Burger” contest.
According to Mrs. Esperon-Meneilly, her goal was
to be “one of the top five finalists.” Entering into
this contest comprised of significant recipe testing
and editing, as well as, an analysis of the target
market, cost, market survey, profit margin, and marketing plan with a social
media outreach component. What was created was pure deliciousness enti-
tled “Make the Moment Last Burger.”
This scrumptious bit of culinary love is made from equal amounts of Delmon-
ico and Ground Chuck, smoked gouda, homemade buns (gluten-free and reg-
ular) toasted with homemade black garlic aioli, topped with carmelized on-
ions, sautéed mushrooms, romaine lettuce, and red tomatoes. Served with a
side of zucchini fries.
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Class of 2022 News
Homecoming is October 23rd and we NEED your help!
The float theme is decades and the seniors are doing the 1960’s.
Besides creating the float we need help with refreshment donations.
Seniors will be selling refreshments at the dance and we are hoping for
food/snack donations to help increase our profit.
We are looking for bottled water, regular sized candy bars, individualized
chip bags, and cans of soda (Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, and orange soda).
Please email the class advisors if you are willing to help out so we can
keep track of what we will still need.
Krispy Kreme Fundraiser
Order forms and payments are due October 4. No late orders will be ac-
cepted!
Krispy Kremes will be delivered on Friday, October 15. They MUST go
home that day!
Portraits in the Park Fundraiser
Thank You for Your Support! We received a great response for this event.
Poinsettia Fundraiser from Nanticoke Gardens
The fundraiser will be held October 18-October 29.
Forms are due by November 1.
Poinsettias will be delivered Tuesday, December 7.
REMIND
Please join our REMIND group by texting the message:
@svseniors2 to 81010.
Class Dues
Class dues help pay for all senior activities.
Checks should be made out to SV Class of 2022.
Due to COVID-19 students were not charged for their junior year therefore
class dues are $45 if not already paid
Due to our inability to fundraise all of last year, any additional monetary
donations are greatly appreciated
Your Class Advisors,
Dan Simonds & Elizabeth Strnatka
dsimonds@svsabers.org & estrnatk@svsabers.org
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paid by January 1. You can pay
each year, or all four years can
be paid now.
Dues paid after December in each year increase to $15. If
you did not pay any dues yet, you now owe $40 back
dues, $50 total.
Reminder: All payments should be in the form of a check
or money order made out to:
SV Class of 2023
Advisors:
Mrs. Mann - cmann@svsabers.org
Mrs. Olds - molds@svsabers.org
13We want to Thank Everyone who supported
our Fall Mum Fundraiser, it was a success!
Our Next fundraiser will be the
BBQ, on Homecoming Day,
October 23!
Please see the next page for
more info!
Don't forget...
Class dues are $10 per year and
can be paid in full at anytime.
We also want to remind everyone that our fundraisers are to help
raise money for the Senior Prom. We need everyone's help if we
want to keep fundraisers to a minimum each year.
Please contact an advisor with any questions:
kbelnome@svsabers.org or sroot@svsabers.org
14Calling all BBQ lovers…
We are holding our annual Homecoming BBQ
Saturday, October 23, 2021
11 a.m. - until sold out
Help support the Class of 2024!
Pre-Order tickets are $12
This year you will have the choice of:
Half Chicken, salt potatoes, baked beans and corn bread
OR
Pulled pork Sandwich, salt potatoes, Baked beans and corn bread
Walk up orders will be available for $14 while supplies last.
Please see the order form on the next page-return to class advisors
Stacey Root or Kim Belnome no later than Monday 10/18/2021.
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Cash or Check made out to
Susquehanna Valley Class of 2024
Any questions please ask: Stacey Root sroot@svsabers.org or Kim Belnome
kbelnome@svsabers.org 607-775-9114
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Pinkies BBQ Fundraiser
Orders can be picked up in front of SVHS
On October 23, 2021 11a.m. until sold out
Walk up Orders will be sold for $14 each.
Cash or Checks made payable to: SV Class of
2024
Name/Contact Number Half Chicken, Pulled Pork Total Total
Baked Beans, Sandwich, Baked Meals Money
Salt Potatoes Beans, Salt Pota- Due
and Corn Bread toes and Corn
$12.00 Bread
$12.00
Total Chicken Total Pulled
Meals Pork Meals
Total $ Amount
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Class of 2025
Homecoming is October 23!
The float theme is decades and we are doing the 1950’s.
We will be looking for students to work on our float, and donations of ma-
terials such as cardboard, plywood, painting supplies, and candy.
We will need parent volunteers to help and a house to host float meetings!
Krispy Kreme Fundraiser
Order forms and payment are due October 4. No late orders will be
accepted.
Krispy Kremes will be delivered on Friday, October 15. They MUST go
home that day! Please plan ahead if a ride home is needed.
Poinsettia Fundraiser from Nanticoke Gardens
The fundraiser will be held October 18-October 29.
Forms are due by November 1.
Poinsettias will be delivered Tuesday, December 7.
REMIND
Please join our REMIND group by texting the message
@svclass25 to 81010
Class Dues
Class dues help pay for all senior activities.
Currently they are $10 for this school year but they go up to $15 in
January.
It is the cheapest to pay for all 4 years ahead of time, the total amount is
$40.
Checks should be made out to SV Class of 2025.
Your Class Advisors,
Dan Simonds & Elizabeth Strnatka
dsimonds@svsabers.org & estrnatk@svsabers.org
17SVHS 2022 Senior Portrait Requirements
Congratulations…you’ve made it! Let’s celebrate your senior year by capturing your smile, spirit,
and special moment.
Our school approved, senior portrait photography studio is Sean Murphy Studios. They can
be reached at (607)343-2209 to schedule an appointment. If you have questions, you can email
the owner at sean@seanmurphystudios.com. They are located at 34 Front Street Binghamton
near the Roberson Museum. They are aware of our specifications and will produce senior por-
traits that are consistent and of the highest caliber. Sean Murphy Studios will be contacting
every student in the Class of 2022 with a mailing and/or phone call to schedule an appointment
for a senior portrait session. If for some reason you are unable to make an appointment with
Sean Murphy Studios, their photographers will be available during school pictures in early
September. Sean Murphy Studios will offer the opportunity to purchase a portrait package,
but you are under no obligation to do so.
Although we highly recommend Sean Murphy Studios it is not required to have your senior
portrait taken with them. If you choose an alternate professional photographer, they must meet
our specifications below. Please take this form with you to your photography session. It will
help your photographer submit the photo on your behalf. A list of approved alternate profession-
al studios follows this article.
If you do not submit a senior photo, or your submitted photo does not meet the out-
lined specifications below, the photo taken at the beginning of the year by the school
photographer will be used.
Photo Specifications 2.25” Max Width
Senior Portrait’s submitted to the yearbook must be:
3” Max Height
Head shot only…. No props, hats, hoods, pets, etc. in photo 1” min
1.5” max
Must be in color.
Minimum 2.25” wide, 3” height, and 300dpi preferred.
Head size (top of hair to bottom of chin): min 1” max 1.5.”
Indoor, with solid color background is suggested.
NOTE:
Do not cut the head/hairline at the top of the photo.
Clothing should include modest necklines with no logos or text.
Outdoor backgrounds can be used but not suggested.
Only head and shoulders will be in the yearbook photo.
We reserve the right to refuse a photo not meeting specifications.
Digital File Format
At least 300DPI
Width 2.25”
Height 3”
File format type JPEG or JPG
18NOTE: You cannot save photos into Word, Works, Photoshop, tiff, gif, or PDF file
formats.
WE DO NOT ENCOURAGE TAKING PRINTS FROM YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER AND
SCANNING THEM. THE QUALITY IS POOR. HAVE YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER
SUBMIT THE IMAGE.
Submission Process
If you have chosen Sean Murphy Studios to capture your senior portrait, they will submit
the image you have chosen for yearbook submission directly to the yearbook club. Images
taken by an alternate photographer must be submitted electronically via email to the
address below or submitted on a DVD/CD/Flash drive to Mrs. Rader in room 46. We will
not accept hard copy prints.
mrader@svsabers.org
If you have any questions about submitting a senior portrait, please contact Mrs. Rader at above address.
*Due date for this year’s photo: October 29, 2021*
SVHS approved alternate professional photographers:
Jim Pavlik
Pavlik Photo and Design
970 Conklin Road
607-779-2220
Email is: jim@jimpavlikhotography.com
fb: Pavlik Photo and Design
website: Pavlik Photo and Design.com
Karen Bixby
Karen Bixby Photography
126 Abbey Road Windsor, NY
607.765.3759
Email: Kbixby@karenbixbyphotography.com
Link: https://karenbixbyphotography.com/sessioninfo
Upstate Images
13 Beech St. Johnson City 13790
855.773.3321
upstate-images.com
Prestige Portraits
3130 Vestal Parkway East
Vestal, NY 13850
(607)797-5907 ext.75914#
prestigeportraits.com
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