WEEKLY REMINDERS

Congratulations to senior Sean Powell and junior Isaac Darga who qualified for PMEA (Pennsylvania Music Educators Association) D11 Honor Choir! Not only did they qualify, but they BOTH ranked #1 in their individual voice parts (Isaac: Tenor 1, Sean: Tenor 2) out of all of the students who auditioned from Bucks and Montgomery Counties! They will be representing our school at the PMEA D11 Choir Festival in February. Way to go, Sean and Isaac! We are so proud of you both!

STHS has just received information about a wonderful program that is offered through Shippensburg University. If your student is interested in pursuing Early Childhood Education or Education, this program is for them!

This is a fully funded program, through a Pennsylvania grant, that allows students to complete a Child Develop Associate (CDA) credential AND nine (9) credits towards their future college endeavors. This online program is popular with high schools and career technical schools across the Commonwealth and the courses are absolutely FREE!

• Students interested in teaching very young children can "jump-start" their career and/or higher education goals.

• Students can earn-while-they-learn as they interact with young children at a DHS-licensed child care facility.

• College courses are taken concurrently with high school courses using 24/7 online, asynchronous learning.

• College courses are tuition-free and credits are transferable to Shippensburg University and numerous ECEPDO-partner colleges/universities.

• The CDA credential gives students a competitive edge in the job market.

Please reach out to the Office of Academics, Dr. Scott Zgraggen (scott_zgraggen@sdst.org) if you have any questions.

The Office of Support Services is pleased to present our quarterly newsletter filled with resources for families and information about school programs.

The School District of Springfield Township provides a quarterly newsletter to update families and the community on our Equity Action Plan. The newsletter contains information about district actions, updates on goal progress, educational information, books to read with your child.

Lunch and Learn is a time for students to eat lunch and receive support from their teachers. Any student with a grade of a D or an F, is scheduled into a 30 minute block of time with the specific teacher, and attendance is mandatory. You can log into your student’s schedule (or ask them) to determine if they have a LNL scheduled class (Dr. Z also sends every student a reminder email).

This is a reminder that STHS is a closed campus. Students are not allowed to leave campus without permission and must have an educational reason. Students are also not allowed to use any food delivery company (Grub Hub, Door Dash, etc.) to have food delivered to the campus. Please have a conversation with your student/students regarding this issue.

As we continue to foster a positive and supportive environment here at STHS, I’m reaching out with an exciting new initiative aimed at celebrating the incredible accomplishments happening within our school community.

From academic achievements to extracurricular successes and everything in between, we know that many of our students, staff, and families are making remarkable strides both in school and beyond. However, we don’t always get the chance to highlight these moments and share them with the broader community.

That’s why we are launching a new effort to gather and share these accomplishments. Whether it’s a student earning an award, a teacher leading a new project, or a club making a difference in the community, we want to celebrate and showcase these stories!

How to Participate:

• If you, your student, or your organization has an accomplishment you'd like to share, please submit a brief description of the achievement, along with any photos or videos on the Google Form.

• Accomplishments can include academic milestones, athletic achievements, artistic endeavors, community service projects, or any other noteworthy successes.

• We will compile these submissions and periodically share them through our school website and newsletters to ensure that everyone in our school family can join in the celebration.

By highlighting these moments, we hope to inspire others, build pride in our school community, and create a culture where success is shared and recognized.

Thank you for being a part of this special initiative. We can’t wait to see and celebrate all the amazing things happening in our Springfield Township High School Family!

Don't miss out on the adventure of a lifetime! Sign up for our incredible 10-day journey through Japan, including stops in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Hiroshima, and save $250 with our early enrollment discount—hurry, it expires on December 1st! Explore iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in Japanese culture with sushi-making and kimono experiences, and reflect on history at Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park. With accommodations in top hotels, expert guides, all meals included, and comprehensive travel protection, this trip promises unforgettable memories. Book today before the discount disappears!

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We are delighted to announce one again our Spartan Job Board. If you have a business that is seeking student employment or simply need some help around or outside the house (leaf raking, babysitting, etc. ) we have created an internal job board to post applications. All you need to do is contact del_levin@sdst.org. Mr. Levin will then send you a form for you to fill out which will be posted on our job board. Any students who are interested will reach out to you directly from the form.

Springfield Township is accepting registration for our 2024/25 Student Snow Shovel Registry! This is a great opportunity to make some money while also helping other residents who may be unable to shovel snow themselves.

All transactions are by private agreement between the resident and the student. The registry is limited to middle and high school students only. If you are willing to participate in this service for our residents, please complete the electronic registry form below. Students under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian's permission. Print forms are also available at the Township Administration Building.

Registration Link:

https://forms.gle/moVWRBgd8XZgw23H9

EASTERN’s Holiday Craft Fair and Kiwanis Club Old York Road is on Sunday, December 8th from 9am to 1pm Admission is free. There will be vendors, live music, activities for kids, holiday photos, a Forgotten Cats Adoption Event, and more. Here is the Facebook invite - https://www.facebook.com/share/x7GswTaU5PhB8iKA/

Springfield Township High School will be hosting a VOE Mental Health Awareness Day on Friday, December 6, 2024, from 8:00 to 11:00am. The goal of this event is to teach our students different coping skills to deal with stress, anxiety, wellness, (mindfulness, meditation, yoga, etc). We are looking for professionals in the healthcare and related fields who are interested in participating in this school wide event. This event will be organized by Springfield’s Voices of Excellence (VOE) club. If you know of anyone who would be willing to partake in this event please email:

Caleb Bronson (Mental Health Awareness Director) 0004723stu@sdst.org

Sarah Bell (Mental Health Awareness Director) 0005093stu@sdst.org

Thank you so much for your consideration.

The Glenside American Legion, Post 248, invites 9-12 grade students to submit essays for their annual essay contest. “Is the American Dream Still Relevant Today?” Winners receive a check and certificate. Contact Ms. Barbone in Student Services by email or in person for more info. Essays will be due to Ms. Barbone on or before Dec. 20, 2024.

All students who want to be considered for Financial Aid for college and post secondary education programs should complete the 2025-2026 FAFSA application. FAFSA

Seniors and parents/guardians can find the slides from the Financial Aid Night below.Financial Aid Night 9/24 Slides

Thank you to those who attended the Junior Parent College Planning session last Friday. If you were unable to attend, please reach out to your child’s counselor for a recording of the session.

Please review our planning guide below to get started with the college planning process. Individual meetings with students and parents will be held from January-April.

Junior College Planning Guide

Counselors are available to help Seniors with their college applications. Please review the Senior application reminders for help with frequently asked questions.Senior Application Reminders 2024-2025

Fee waivers for SATs and ACTs and applications are available for students who qualify for free or reduced lunch. See your counselor to obtain a fee waiver.

Students can view their PSAT scores by logging into their College Board Account. Students will need to call the College Board, at 866-315-6068, if they need assistance with their College Board account.

They can also view scores through the Big Future App, if they provided a phone number on test day.

This link will take you to a page to better Understand Your Score

This link will provide tips on how to Use Your Score

Please reach out to your student’s counselor with any questions.

Please see the link below for the Spartans Ice Hockey Club Fundraiser.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfMhwNPoamQA3NcNisXwxKaVXii3vflYk_l6N4X3a92H4DYHA/viewform?usp=pp_url

Order a custom scarf to show off your Spartan pride! Scarves are generic so they can be worn to any STHS sport or activity.

Scarves are $25 each (payable through Venmo to HS_Boys_Soccer1) and will be available from any Boys Soccer Booster (contact soccerboostersths@gmail.com).

Scarves make great holiday gifts for your favorite Spartans, Spartan Alumni and Spartan Supporters!

Spartan Scarf Order Form

Tuesday, 12/3 - Boys Basketball vs. Renaissance Academy Charter - 7:00pm

Tuesday, 12/3 - Boys & Girls Swimming & Diving @ Upper Dublin - 3:30pm

Thursday, 12/5 - Boys & Girls Swimming & Diving @ Hatboro Horsham - 3:30pm

Friday, 12/6 - Girls Indoor Track @ Alvernia - 6:30pm