Inside SPS
What's new inside Springfield Public Schools - October 2018
The Search Begins
At the October 22, business meeting of the school board, Vice Chair Webber announced the selection of McPherson & Jacobson, LLC as the firm to guide the board through the search for the next superintendent of Springfield Public Schools.
During the meeting the board and Vice Chair Webber, reiterated their commitment to broad stakeholder feedback. "Dr. Lowder, [search executive], is aware of the board's desire to ensure a great deal of community engagement. We would ask that the community be looking for opportunities to participate in the process during the month of November," Webber shared.
Additionally the board agreed that they would offer an online survey opportunity for those not able to participate in an in-person session. Information regarding the focus groups, along with updates around the search process will be available on the district's website at: www.springfield.k12.or.us/SuptSearch.
New look, new functions
Smiles and Excitment - HOUSE Event Models Positive Character Traits
Bright colored wigs, pompoms and confetti marked another successful Page HOUSE Sorting Event last week as new students were welcomed into their “houses.” These cross-grade level groups will support community building and a positive school culture as students will compete together winning points for their house with good behavior, light-hearted competitions and overall good citizenship.
The practice was initially started in January of last year and was met with such success, school leaders carried forward the model, even expanding it with “Junior Heads of House” positions. These coveted spots are filled by fifth-grade students who will serve as leaders for the rest of their teams.
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