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Dressed to Impress: Mock Interview Day
The Sun Valley Class of 2025 stepped into their futures with confidence during this year’s Mock Interview Day on April 11.
Sun Valley Promotes Inclusion with Rain Rally & Color Run
Sun Valley celebrated Autism Acceptance Month two events, bringing students together for fun, fundraising, and a commitment to inclusion.
We Want to Hear From You!
This short survey will help us better understand how our community feels about Penn-Delco School District’s communication efforts.
Kindergarteners Shine in Annual Comedy Show
Each Coebourn kindergartener confidently performed a joke on stage in front of a live audience, building reading fluency and public speaking skills.
Pennell Kicks Off Autism Acceptance Week
Autistic Support teacher Ms. Harner led a special assembly to help students learn more about autism acceptance and the importance of embracing differences.
News & Announcements
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Laura O'Kane received the Delaware Valley Excellence in Teaching Award; Aidan Hearn named to the All-Delco Hi-Q.
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Students met with professionals from different industries, answered questions, reviewed their resumes and more.
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PA School Health Act requires a medical exam for students entering grades K/1, 6 and 11. In-school physicals available May 14.
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The students were honored during an awards ceremony at Penn State Great Valley on April 9.
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This year’s prompt - “What does ‘America the Beautiful’ mean to me?” - inspired thoughtful and personal reflections from students across the district.
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The donation will support and expand school food programs, helping ensure students have access to essential nutrition.
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The judges selected Callie Hazlett as the 6th grade winner and Ritika Rathinam as the 7th grade winner.
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Penn-Delco students joined peers from across the county for a day of collaboration and performance at Delco Band Fest.
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Your feedback is important to us! Take a few minutes to complete our Communications Survey and help us improve how we share important news and updates with you.
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Sun Valley celebrated Autism Acceptance Month with two events, bringing students together for fun, fundraising, and a commitment to inclusion.
Upcoming Events
Pennell Elementary School
Service Center
Portrait of a Graduate
Our graduates will be persons of character skilled in communicating and collaborating and capable of thinking critically and creatively.
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The Penn-Delco Portrait of a Graduate outlines five core "Ready for Life" competencies (our 5 Cs).
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Students will demonstrate integrity, responsibility, and ethical behavior in their actions and decisions.
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Students will express ideas and information in various forms, including writing, speaking, and digital media.
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Students will work well with others, value diverse perspectives and contribute to group efforts to achieve common goals.
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Students will analyze information, solve problems, and make informed decisions using logic and reasoning.
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Students will think outside the box, generate ideas and solutions, and express themselves artistically and imaginatively.
Our Mission
About Us
The mission of the Penn-Delco School District is to enable all students to achieve, succeed, and excel:
- Achieve mastery of essential academic competencies.
- Succeed at mastering "Ready for Life" skills.
- Excel in the pursuit of a personal interest or talent.
