School News
![First Day of School 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756941597/springfieldk12orus/dd0iisza514znte195k8/20250904DouglasGardens-3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756941597/springfieldk12orus/dd0iisza514znte195k8/20250904DouglasGardens-3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1756941597/springfieldk12orus/dd0iisza514znte195k8/20250904DouglasGardens-3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1756941597/springfieldk12orus/dd0iisza514znte195k8/20250904DouglasGardens-3.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1756941597/springfieldk12orus/dd0iisza514znte195k8/20250904DouglasGardens-3.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1756941597/springfieldk12orus/dd0iisza514znte195k8/20250904DouglasGardens-3.jpg","width":2048}])
Allison McGowan
Welcome Back Students!
![In-Person Registration]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1755642439/springfieldk12orus/hoqfcysfuhl4fui7mnyq/Screenshot2025-08-19at32658PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1755642439/springfieldk12orus/hoqfcysfuhl4fui7mnyq/Screenshot2025-08-19at32658PM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1755642439/springfieldk12orus/hoqfcysfuhl4fui7mnyq/Screenshot2025-08-19at32658PM.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1755642439/springfieldk12orus/hoqfcysfuhl4fui7mnyq/Screenshot2025-08-19at32658PM.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1755642439/springfieldk12orus/hoqfcysfuhl4fui7mnyq/Screenshot2025-08-19at32658PM.png","width":1440}])
Melissa Zanotto
Please join us for an in-person registration. TMS staff will be available to help you with the registration process. This is an opportunity to drop off any paperwork required for registration. If you have already registered online, you do not need to attend this event.
![Student sits against school lockers looking at cell phone]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1755620616/springfieldk12orus/ynulqv9o8aq2nmunkwia/Studentwithcellphone.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1755620616/springfieldk12orus/ynulqv9o8aq2nmunkwia/Studentwithcellphone.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1755620616/springfieldk12orus/ynulqv9o8aq2nmunkwia/Studentwithcellphone.jpg","width":800}])
Allison McGowan
Beginning September 2025, all Springfield Public Schools (SPS) students must have their electronic devices off and away from bell to bell, including during passing periods and lunch.
![2025-26 School Year - Everything You Need to Know]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747864958/springfieldk12orus/vagymmejzwvpvzdrnpfi/2025-26800x455.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747864958/springfieldk12orus/vagymmejzwvpvzdrnpfi/2025-26800x455.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747864958/springfieldk12orus/vagymmejzwvpvzdrnpfi/2025-26800x455.jpg","width":800}])
Allison McGowan
New Menu App! | Bus Registration Now Open!
![2025-26 Enrollment - Complete Your 'Register and Review' Today!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746035515/springfieldk12orus/mjwkycg0ja9p5plkblgq/TESKinder800x455.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746035515/springfieldk12orus/mjwkycg0ja9p5plkblgq/TESKinder800x455.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746035515/springfieldk12orus/mjwkycg0ja9p5plkblgq/TESKinder800x455.jpg","width":800}])
Allison McGowan
Families are encouraged to complete their "Register and Review" to help plan for next year.
![Volunteers! - Update (or Submit) Your Application]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726185238/springfieldk12orus/dqalnjzszckdhhhrtfcv/CallingAllSchoolVolunteers.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726185238/springfieldk12orus/dqalnjzszckdhhhrtfcv/CallingAllSchoolVolunteers.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726185238/springfieldk12orus/dqalnjzszckdhhhrtfcv/CallingAllSchoolVolunteers.jpg","width":800}])
Allison McGowan
Volunteers are an essential part of our school communities. Update or complete a volunteer application today!
District News
![Coffee cup rests on desk with notebook and pen]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772747759/springfieldk12orus/t07wttsgdhympthndujs/AdobeStock_294094849.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772747759/springfieldk12orus/t07wttsgdhympthndujs/AdobeStock_294094849.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1772747759/springfieldk12orus/t07wttsgdhympthndujs/AdobeStock_294094849.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1772747759/springfieldk12orus/t07wttsgdhympthndujs/AdobeStock_294094849.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1772747759/springfieldk12orus/t07wttsgdhympthndujs/AdobeStock_294094849.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1772747759/springfieldk12orus/t07wttsgdhympthndujs/AdobeStock_294094849.jpg","width":2200}])
Springfield Public Schools Acting Superintendent Jodi O’Mara is inviting families and community members to join her for a series of informal Coffee and Conversation gatherings around town.
![Acting Superintendent Jodi O'Mara]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772484691/springfieldk12orus/kcywimjjj9hlauq6rhbh/20260224_Alt_Superintendent_Jodi_OMara_portrait2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772484691/springfieldk12orus/kcywimjjj9hlauq6rhbh/20260224_Alt_Superintendent_Jodi_OMara_portrait2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1772484691/springfieldk12orus/kcywimjjj9hlauq6rhbh/20260224_Alt_Superintendent_Jodi_OMara_portrait2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1772484691/springfieldk12orus/kcywimjjj9hlauq6rhbh/20260224_Alt_Superintendent_Jodi_OMara_portrait2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1772484691/springfieldk12orus/kcywimjjj9hlauq6rhbh/20260224_Alt_Superintendent_Jodi_OMara_portrait2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772484691/springfieldk12orus/kcywimjjj9hlauq6rhbh/20260224_Alt_Superintendent_Jodi_OMara_portrait2.jpg","width":1920}])
Springfield Public Schools is excited to announce that Jodi O’Mara officially began her role with the District on Monday, March 2, 2026 as acting superintendent.
![Kinder Future Millers pose with SHS student-athletes mid court]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772147139/springfieldk12orus/j1qhrd5iryt6ccgnvlnr/20260226_SHS_Dream_Big_together2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772147139/springfieldk12orus/j1qhrd5iryt6ccgnvlnr/20260226_SHS_Dream_Big_together2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1772147139/springfieldk12orus/j1qhrd5iryt6ccgnvlnr/20260226_SHS_Dream_Big_together2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1772147139/springfieldk12orus/j1qhrd5iryt6ccgnvlnr/20260226_SHS_Dream_Big_together2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1772147139/springfieldk12orus/j1qhrd5iryt6ccgnvlnr/20260226_SHS_Dream_Big_together2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772147139/springfieldk12orus/j1qhrd5iryt6ccgnvlnr/20260226_SHS_Dream_Big_together2.jpg","width":1920}])
Kinders from different schools throughout Springfield, proudly wore t-shirts saying "Future Miller," were met by student leaders, athletes, and cheerleaders.
![Native American artist Fish Martinez teaches students how to drum during 2026 NASU]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771540324/springfieldk12orus/nktwdo7q0chd7pudd9t7/20260219_NASUWillamalane_Fish_Martinez_drumming_wstudents.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1771540324/springfieldk12orus/nktwdo7q0chd7pudd9t7/20260219_NASUWillamalane_Fish_Martinez_drumming_wstudents.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1771540324/springfieldk12orus/nktwdo7q0chd7pudd9t7/20260219_NASUWillamalane_Fish_Martinez_drumming_wstudents.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1771540324/springfieldk12orus/nktwdo7q0chd7pudd9t7/20260219_NASUWillamalane_Fish_Martinez_drumming_wstudents.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1771540324/springfieldk12orus/nktwdo7q0chd7pudd9t7/20260219_NASUWillamalane_Fish_Martinez_drumming_wstudents.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1771540324/springfieldk12orus/nktwdo7q0chd7pudd9t7/20260219_NASUWillamalane_Fish_Martinez_drumming_wstudents.jpg","width":1920}])
This year’s Native American Student Union Summit brought together more than 70 middle and high school students for a day of reflection, networking, and creative hands-on learning. The event was held on Feb. 19 at Willamalane’s Bob Keefer Center.
![A group of 22 kinders meeting with THS seniors on the basketball court]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771353959/springfieldk12orus/vvmqpyf1dhupmyqkzjdw/20260217_THS_Future_Colts_groupshot.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1771353959/springfieldk12orus/vvmqpyf1dhupmyqkzjdw/20260217_THS_Future_Colts_groupshot.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1771353959/springfieldk12orus/vvmqpyf1dhupmyqkzjdw/20260217_THS_Future_Colts_groupshot.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1771353959/springfieldk12orus/vvmqpyf1dhupmyqkzjdw/20260217_THS_Future_Colts_groupshot.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1771353959/springfieldk12orus/vvmqpyf1dhupmyqkzjdw/20260217_THS_Future_Colts_groupshot.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1771353959/springfieldk12orus/vvmqpyf1dhupmyqkzjdw/20260217_THS_Future_Colts_groupshot.jpg","width":1920}])
More than 20 kinders and their parents joined student-athletes, student leaders and staff at Thurston High School for a fun night of inspiration and to dream big.
![February budget update projects $10.4M deficit for 2026-27]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771014675/springfieldk12orus/dwdr9okew0qjnw7fp1j6/accounting-e1697033681666.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1771014675/springfieldk12orus/dwdr9okew0qjnw7fp1j6/accounting-e1697033681666.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1771014675/springfieldk12orus/dwdr9okew0qjnw7fp1j6/accounting-e1697033681666.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1771014675/springfieldk12orus/dwdr9okew0qjnw7fp1j6/accounting-e1697033681666.jpg","width":1000}])
At the February 12 Budget Committee Work Session, District leadership reviewed current-year financial conditions and provided an initial outlook for the 2026-27 budget cycle.