District News
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Dear SDST Community,
Today marks the end of the 2025-2026 school year for our students and families! Congratulations, thank you, and happy summer!
I am sharing our final district newsletter for this year with you. I hope you enjoy it and find the information useful to you as you plan for August 31, 2026, the first day of the 2026-2027 school year!
Sincerely,
MaryJo Yannacone, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Dr. Yannacone was recognized this morning by the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association as the co-recipient of the 2025 Outstanding Superintendent award at the Kalahari Convention Center in The Poconos. During the All-state Conference's Opening General Session on Thursday April 10, Dr. Yannacone was presented with a framed certificate from PMEA president Brett Keith, and she addressed the large audience of music educators with gratitude and her ever-present support of music in Springfield. Congratulations Dr. Yannacone on this well deserved recognition!
Dear Spartan Community,
We are thrilled to announce that Teresa Straffin, Autistic Support teacher at Enfield Elementary School, has been named the Grand Prize Citadel Heart of Learning Award winner for Montgomery County! Earlier this month, Citadel Credit Union presented Teresa with this prestigious honor, recognizing her exceptional dedication to education. As part of the award, both Teresa and Enfield Elementary will each receive $5,000. The Citadel Heart of Learning Award, now in its 24th year, was created to honor and thank outstanding teachers across the Greater Philadelphia area.
Teresa was nominated by her fellow staff members, who were eager to celebrate her unwavering commitment to her students and our school community. In their nominations, colleagues praised her tireless advocacy for special education and her compassionate support of both students and families. Teresa is described as one of the most selfless and hardworking educators—known for her kindness, innovation, and positive spirit.
Beyond the classroom, Teresa continues to give back by teaching adaptive soccer on weekends, exemplifying her deep dedication to making a difference in the lives of others. Her efforts leave a lasting impact on everyone she meets.
Please join us in congratulating Teresa Straffin on this incredibly well-deserved recognition!
