WEEKLY REMINDERS
Week of April 15, 2024
NEWS and NOTES
Marking Period Three Report Cards Issued
Congratulations!
On March 10th, three Spartan Teams were selected as finalists to compete in the Eagles and First Trust Bank Entrepreneurship Contest. This group of eight enterprising students presented their own new business proposals, originally created in their Introduction to Business Shark Tank project. They were reviewed by a panel of judges made up of First Trust Bank and Eagles executives. Between them, the thre teams took home $2,500 in prize money and enjoyed a fantastic day touring "The Linc" facilities, posing for photos in the locker room and meeting Eagles players, cheerleaders and the mascot.
The three finalists were selected from hundreds of submissions from 40 schools in the greater Philadelphia area. Congrats to our Spartan winners below:
Business Idea: Safe Cup
Students: Rosalena Fittipaldi, Brandon Thompson, Samiyyah Thompson
Business Idea: Slides by U
Students: David Pepe & Dillon Gray
Business Idea: Everything Wallet
Students, Siena Bedard, Caroline Delgado-Gilchrist, Isaac Darga
A Message from Montco Department of Health and Human Services Office of Public Health
Dear Partners -
Improving the lives of our residents is our top priority! Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services Office of Public Health is conducting its first Community Health Assessment (CHA). The assessment will help us to better understand our community’s health status, concerns, and priorities.
The data collected will be used to develop a collaborative, community-wide, transparent, and long-term Community Health Improvement Plan that will be shared with the community.
We need your help!
Take the survey! If you are a Montgomery County resident, we would love to hear from you! To take the confidential survey, get notified when the report is available, and for more information, visit www.montgomerycountypa.gov/CHA. The survey is available in several languages.
Spread the word! If you have family or friends who live in Montgomery County, please send them the link and encourage them to take the survey. The CHA webpage contains flyers, as well as graphics and text that can be used for social media posts, newsletters, and emails. Please use these resources to share information about the CHA with others who live in Montgomery County! If you have are part of an organization in Montgomery County or have family or friends who live in Montgomery County, please send them the link and encourage them to take the survey.
Thank you for helping us to improve the health of all of our residents!
Equitable Practices Spring 2024 Newsletter
The Spring 2024 Equitable Practices Newsletter is here! This quarterly publication features updates on the district's Equity Action Plan, resources for education, and information about upcoming events.
Common Respiratory Viruses
The SDST follows the Centers for Disease Control Guidance for Respiratory Viruses (updated March 2024) for common respiratory illnesses such as COVID-19, Flu, and RSV. Students are required to be fever-free for 24 hours (without the use of medications such as Tylenol or Ibuprofen) and have improving symptoms prior to the return to school. Added precautions are recommended for the next 5 days including enhancing hygiene practices, wearing a well-fitting mask, keeping a distance from others, and/or getting tested for respiratory viruses.
Phys Ed Make-Ups
Make-ups for missed Physical Education classes are now available during the 2nd part of Lunch and Learn (11:18am to 11:48am), Mondays through Thursdays in the Weight Room. Students are required to attend two (2) Lunch and Learn make-up sessions to count for one (1) missed PE Class. Additionally, students can still make-up classes during Community Swim hours at the High School Pool. Please contact Mr. Picknally, Mrs. O'Neill or Mrs. Dougherty with any questions.
Student Jobs Available
The School District of Springfield Township is interested in hiring student workers to help complete summer maintenance and technology projects around the school district during the upcoming summer months. If you are interested in a summer job (paid $15.00 per hour) and looking to gain some experience, please submit your application via the district Employment Opportunities page.
Spartan Job Board
The Spartan Job board is off to a fantastic start! If you are a small business in the area or just need some help around the house (lawn work, babysitting, etc.) and are looking for students who can get the job done, the Spartan Job Board is the place to go. Just reach out to Mr. Levin at del_levin@sdst.org or simply fill out the application below.
Interdisciplinary Generative AI Summer Program by Stanford Alumni
Inspirit AI is a 25-hour project-based AI program taught by Stanford graduates that introduces middle and high school students to fundamental AI concepts to build interdisciplinary AI projects across disciplines. In 2024, the team is excited to announce new projects such as Generating Language Safely with ChatGPT. No CS experience is necessary to apply and priority applications are due soon.
MCIU Education Foundation Scholarships
The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit Education Foundation has applications for their 2023-2024 scholarships. Our Campership Scholarship offers up to $200 to assist students with attending a summer camp of their choice. This is open to all high school students. Students may click on the link to see if you qualify. All applications are due by, and will not be accepted after April 5th. The Campership Scholarship is available online at https://mciuef.org/programs/.
Our Post-Secondary Scholarship offers up to $500 to seniors to contribute to tuition, books or any other campus expenses. All applications are due by, and will not be accepted after April 5th. The Post-Secondary Scholarship is available online at https://mciuef.org/programs/.
Spirit Wear Collection
If you are looking to rehome Color Day shirts and Spartan Spirit Wear that you no longer use, please bring them into school! Starting in early March, boxes will be available in each school building for any outgrown spirit wear. The EEHSP will catalog the clothing and provide an opportunity for families to sign up for and pick up items in the sizes they need. Thank you!
Relay for Life
Please support our Relay for Life club's fundraising efforts by donating on our team page. Thank you for supporting Relay for Life and the American Cancer Society!! Questions? Email: audrey_walsh@sdst.org
Senior Scholarships
Seniors, please check your Google Classroom for three scholarships that are posted there.
https://classroom.google.com/u/0/c/NjUyMDczMTY1MzU4
Peter Leis Memorial Scholarship for senior athletes.
Turkey Trot Scholarship for anyone who participated in track or cross country while they were in high school.
Springfield Township High School Alumni Association Career & Technical Award
The Springfield Township High School Alumni Association (STHAA) understands the value of acquiring career and technical skills that prepare an individual for a specific trade. This scholarship is applicable to career and technical post-secondary degrees.
This is due on or before 4/22/2024.
Prom Letter
Please read the following letter detailing our Senior and Junior Class Prom from Dr. Rittenhouse and the Senior Class Advisors, Mrs. Nadine Sheahan and Mrs. Barb Lawler.
Student Parking
If students arrive at school and the Student Parking lot is full, students should park behind the school by the tennis courts.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Springfield Township Education Foundation Pickleball Fundraiser
Would you like to support our schools? Do you play pickleball? Would you like to learn? Come out and join us on April 12th for a FUNdraiser! See this flyer for details!
Help Needed
Join the Springfield Rotary as they raise funds for the new picnic pavilion at Cisco Park! See this flyer for the details.
Junior Class Trip
The Class of 2025 is heading to Dorney Park on Wednesday, May 29th! All 11th graders are eligible to attend this trip. Completed permission forms and payments should be submitted to Mr. Washam or Ms. Spoll by Friday, April 12th.
Hershey Park Senior Class Trip & Permission Slip
The Senior Class trip will be at Hershey Park on Friday, May 31st. The cost of the trip is $35.00 and includes more than 70 rides and attractions! View this flyer for more information. Please fill out this permission slip if you are interested in attending the senior class trip!
Secondary HSP Fund Drive for Year End Events
Spring greetings from the Springfield Township Secondary Home and School Partnership (Secondary HSP)!
For many years, we have been proud to sponsor year end awards for our 8th & 12th graders, as well as teacher & staff appreciation events. With your help, we hope to continue these traditions and recognize the outstanding efforts of students, teachers and staff. Can we count on your support?
To sufficiently fund these initiatives, we need your help! We request that families contribute $10-$20 to help us meet our goal. Of course, a donation in any amount is welcome!
In the coming weeks, we will also be looking for volunteers to help with the teacher and staff luncheons at the middle school and high school. We hope you can join us!
In the meantime, click here to donate.
Thank you for your support!
SCHOOL COUNSELING NEWS
Summer Learning Opportunity
Inspirit AI is a 25-hour project-based AI program taught by Stanford graduates that introduces middle and high school students to fundamental AI concepts to build interdisciplinary AI projects across disciplines. In 2024, the team is excited to announce new projects such as Generating Language Safely with ChatGPT. No CS experience is necessary to apply and priority applications are due by April 15th, 2024. There is a cost of $1200 for this high powered program. Please reach out if you are having problems accessing the links.
College and Post-Secondary Planning for Juniors
Starting to plan for life after high school? Check out our Junior Planning Guide
Information has been sent in regards to scheduling a Junior Conference, reference the letter here. Juniors or parents should reach out to their counselor to schedule a meeting to discuss post-secondary plans prior to May 1st. At this point, all juniors should have heard a presentation about the college application process from the counselors in their English classes.AP Exams
AP exams will begin on Monday, May 6th and conclude on Friday, May 17th. Here is the 2024 AP Exam Schedule. Students should bring #2 pencils, pens with black or dark blue ink, and calculators (if needed) to their exams. Exam locations and arrival times will be shared with students and staff, soon. Please use this link to view the AP Exam Policies and Procedures. Please contact Mr. Bill Shearer, STHS AP Coordinator, with any questions (bill_shearer@sdst.org)
College Fair Hosted by Neumann University
Save the Date! Main Line Regional College Fair
Where? Villanova University; Radnor PA
When? Wednesday, May 22nd; 6:00pm to 8:30pm
Scholarships
Other scholarships can be found using these search engines:
Summer Opportunities
Temple’s Pre-College programs are an excellent opportunity for high school students to experience what life is really like as a student at Temple University. With programs for students in grades 10 through 12, high school students can explore potential majors through non-credit workshops, take undergraduate courses at Temple for college credit, experience residential life on Temple's campus, and network with Temple's faculty and potential future classmates.
As part of our offerings for Summer 2024, we are pleased to offer three main programs:
· Pre-College Workshops – Non-credit, two weeks, two start dates, mix and match two topics
· Summer Institutes & Intensives – Non-credit, one or two weeks, three start dates, choose one topic
· Summer Academy – Credit and non-credit hybrid, four weeks, one start date
To see the full listing of our courses and workshops available, please see our 2024 brochure.
Free Webinar for College-bound students
April 16th at 7:00pm (Free) - Tools & Strategies for Starting College
ATHLETIC UPDATE
Upcoming Athletic Events!
Friday, 4/12 - Girls Lacrosse vs. Garnet Valley - 3:45pm
Friday, 4/12 - Boys Lacrosse @ Neshaminy - 4:00pm
Monday, 4/15 - Girls Lacrosse vs. Lower Moreland - 3:30pm
Monday, 4/15 - Boys Tennis @ Holy Ghost Prep - 3:30pm
Tuesday, 4/16 - Baseball vs. Quakertown - 3:45pm
Tuesday, 4/16 - Unified Track @ Perkiomen Valley - 3:00pm
Tuesday, 4/16 - Softball @ Quakertown - 3:30pm
Tuesday, 4/16 - Varsity Boys Lacrosse @ Cheltenham - 3:30 pm
Tuesday, 4/16 - Track & Field @ William Tennent - 3:30pm
Wednesday, 4/17 - Girls Lacrosse @ Hatboro Horsham - 3:30pm
Thursday, 4/18 - Baseball vs. Hatboro Horsham - 3:45pm
Thursday, 4/18 - Softball @ Hatboro Horsham - 3:45pm
Thursday, 4/18 - Boys Tennis @ Upper Darby - 3:45pm
Friday, 4/19 - Boys Tennis vs. Bensalem - 3:30pm
Friday, 4/19 - Baseball vs. New Hope - 3:45pm
Friday, 4/19 - Boys Lacrosse vs. Holy Ghost Prep - 3:45pm
Friday, 4/19 - Varsity Softball vs. Dock Mennonite - 3:45pm
Friday, 4/19 - Unified Track @ North Penn
Saturday, 4/20 - Baseball vs. Bensalem - 11:00am
Saturday, 4/20 - Track & Field @ Great Valley
WE ARE HIRING!
We are looking to fill the following coaching positions. If you are interested, you can apply here:
- Girls Soccer Assistant Coach (Fall) x2
- Boys Soccer Assistant Coach (Fall)
- Water Polo Assistant Coach (Fall)
- Football Assistant Coach (Fall)
- Girls Tennis Head Coach (Fall)
- Golf Head Coach (Fall)
- Golf Assistant Coach (Fall)
- Game Manager - (Year Round)