Bulldog Bulletin
News You Can Use!
Bulldog Bulletin: News You Can Use!
Table of Contents
- Message from the Principal
- Important Dates
- Engineering Your Tomorrow
- Artist of the Month
- Bulldog Sneaker Ball
- 8th Grade Parent Meeting
- Parent Volunteers Needed!
- Inclusion Day T Shirts for Sale
- Students Wanting To Attend Basketball Games
- Homework Club
- SFA Dine Out Night at Mazzella's Pizza
- Schoology Access for Parents
- SAFE-DE
- Transportation: WheresTheBus App
- Volunteering at Springer Middle School
Message from the Principal, Dr. Sterling H. Seemans
Springer Families,
On Monday we will have the chance to recognize and celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Dr. King had a plethora of speeches, writings, and quotes that have provided many with inspiration and guidance. For these reasons, as well as his leadership throughout the Civil Rights Movement, is why we recognize his work on this important day. One particular quote struck me when I read it a while ago. Dr. King said “If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” Dr. King delivered this in his “Keep Moving from This Mountain” address at Spelman College in 1960. Its application to so many things in life is what makes it truly wonderful. At the heart of this speech, Dr. King’s theme is that we need to come together as a collective group of people if we are going to succeed as a civilization.
I feel that students can take away an important lesson from this Dr. King quote, which is to do something, anything rather than nothing. Perseverance is an important skill to succeed. This may be in our school work where we often come across challenges that may seem too difficult or insurmountable. However, succumbing to that fear of failure and choosing to give up and take no action will guarantee a poor result. So students, as we head into the final week of marking period 2 please don’t feel like any small step or action won’t have some positive effect. It always takes that first step, which is that first decision to do something that will lead you to a better outcome. As Dr. King also said “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase”.
If you have any questions, concerns, or need additional information please do not hesitate to contact me or one of my administrators. We are eager to help.
All The Best,
Dr. Sterling H. Seemans
Principal
Important Dates
2024-2025 Middle School Daily Rotation Schedule
- 1/20/25: Schools Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- 1/24/25: No School for Staff Professional Day. Offices open
- 1/27/25: First Day of Marking Period 3
- 2/4/25: Report Cards Distributed
- 2/6/25:8th Grade Parent Information Night
- 2/11/25: SFA Dine Out Day/Night at Mazzella's Pizza
- 2/21/25: Sneaker Ball School Dance
Engineering Your Tomorrow
Kick off the new year with a bang at "Engineering Your Tomorrow" on Saturday, February 22! This is a great opportunity for middle school girls to leap into the exciting world of STEM by engaging in fun, hands-on experiments that ignite curiosity and creativity! Imagine their excitement as they connect with inspiring engineers and rockstar scientists who are eager to share their wisdom and spark the girls' passion for discovery!
But that's not all—we've got sessions for you too! Parents, caregivers, and teachers will gain invaluable insights and tips on how to guide the next generation through the maze of academic and career choices in the STEM universe.
Together, we can empower young women to explore, innovate, and thrive in the world of science and engineering!
Artist Of The Month
Bulldog Sneaker Ball
We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a "Sneaker Ball" school dance on Friday, February 21 from 6pm-8pm. Students are encouraged to wear their best sneakers and dress casually for the dance. The cost of the dance is $5 and any student who has been nominated for a BARK band will get to go for free. Students who have 2 or less referrals and no suspensions from Friday, January 10 to Thursday, February 20th will be permitted to go to the dance.
8th Grade Parent Information Night
On Thursday, February 6th their will be a brief meeting in lieu of the SFA meeting for 8th grade parents. We will be covering topics such as 8th grade promotion ceremony, next steps for high school, the 8th grade formal dance and more. We hope to see you in the Springer auditorium at 6:30pm.
Parent Volunteers Needed!
Our 8th grade formal will be on Saturday May 17, 2025. Our formal is an annual tradition where parents of students from all grade levels pitch in to pull off a variety of tasks which include creating decorations, set up, tear down, food and drink, etc. In order to make this event as special as it has been each and every year before it, we are in desperate need of volunteers. If you are interested in helping, please complete the form below. We will hold a special meeting with anyone interested in the near future to begin planning for this wonderful end of the year event for our 8th graders.
Inclusion Day T-Shirts for Sale
2025 Spread the Word - INCLUSION T-shirts
STUDENT/FAMILY ORDER FORM
Please submit order and money by February 7th. There is a bin in the main office for students to place order forms.
T-shirts are $7.00 – You may pay by check or by Venmo. Please make Checks payable to Springer Middle School – include your child’s name and shirt size on the check. Venmo may be sent to @Leeanne-Henretty (last four digits of phone # - 4408). Please include student’s name and shirt size in the memo.
Please note that this is not a fundraiser. T-shirts are sold at cost to help raise awareness about the campaign. Shirts will be worn in March – details to follow.
T-shirt color is mint green and the 2025 slogan is: INCLUSION: All day. Every Day. Everywhere.
Students Wanting To Attend Basketball Games
With the limited space in our gym, we are requiring that any student who wishes to attend a basketball game needs to have their parent or guardian with them to attend. Students who wish to attend as spectators will need to check in at the door by an administrator. Students without their parent or guardian will be asked to leave. We will not permit a parent or guardian to bring multiple students who are not their direct caregiver.
Homework Club
When Springer students return in January we are excited to announce our return of our Homework club! The Springer Homework Club is a voluntary after-school program providing academic assistance to students. Homework Club is a program which is held from 3:15 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. on Wednesdays. They meet in room 184 which provides a quiet place to study for each student to assist them in completing their assignments. There will be supervision and access to teachers and school tutors who have been trained to assist students in their studies. A Google form will be added to students' counselor corner page in Schoology for students to sign up, but it can also be found below:
SFA Dine Out Night: Mazzella's Pizza
Schoology Access for Parents
If you need help access Schoology as a parent to help support your child, please click the following link to access a document that will provide you step-by-step directions:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZjlNYAoqfGxHO3dciOvXU5JOb11Zj7-E69a7-lPn4w4/edit?usp=sharing
SAFE-DE
Transportation: WheresTheBus App
Volunteering at Springer Middle School
Springer Middle School relies on the generosity of time from our great families within the community. We welcome those who want to help be apart of our village and have a plethora of opportunities for volunteers to engage with our students and staff to better the middle school experience of our youth.
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