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Allison McGowan
Families are encouraged to complete their "Register and Review" to help plan for next year.
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Allison McGowan
SPS is thrilled to offer its FREE summer SPARK camp in July!
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Melissa Zanotto
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Allison McGowan
Volunteers are an essential part of our school communities. Update or complete a volunteer application today!
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Allison McGowan
Pics from around the District on the first days of school. Welcome Back!
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Allison McGowan
The countdown is on! The first day of school is Sept. 4 or 5, depending on grade level.
District News
Families are encouraged to complete their "Register and Review" to help plan for next year.
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Gateways, Springfield, and Thurston high schools all earned the prestigious Cognia Accreditation, a highly regarded accreditation that is recognized throughout the world.
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The Budget Committee approved the 2025-26 Operating Budget during its first work session. A public hearing is now set for June 9, 2025.
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High school students from across Springfield Public Schools (SPS) are coming together to share their experiences, discuss challenges, and propose solutions to improve their educational environment as part of SPS High School Student Voice Project.
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Certified Appreciation Week is May 5-9. Share your notes of appreciation for certified staff!
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This FREE summer program gives kids the skills needed to successfully start school.