SPANISH SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL
Week of June 7 - June 11
From the Desk of Principal Tammy Hart
Dear Spanish Springs High School Parents/Guardians,
Summer is truly upon us and we are just days away from the end of the school year. As students begin finals, remind them to stay the course and study hard for their remaining finals.
Please know your support during these challenging times is appreciated.
We will send out more information for the upcoming school year during a newsletter this July.
Seniors, if you attended Spanish Springs Elementary school, please see the attached flyer for information regarding their "Walk the Halls" event on June 7th. Please note, June 7th is Finals, therefore, only seniors who have off campus third period could take advantage of this opportunity at Spanish Springs Elementary.
Spanish Spring Elementary Walk the Halls Event
Have a great week and go Cougars!
Sincerely,
Tammy Hart, Principal
Monday
Finals
A Day, A Group
0, 1, 2, 7, 3
Tuesday
Finals
B Day, B Group
0, 4, 5, 7, 6
Wednesday
0, 4, 5, 7, 6
SSHS Finals June 4 - June 9
Attention all students:
Finals at Spanish Springs are going to be given on June 4, 7, 8, and 9. We will be on the regular schedule on these days with classes running from 8 AM to 2:30 PM. Busses will be running on regular schedules.
No finals will be given early. You will have six weeks into the Fall semester to complete your final. An incomplete (INC) will be issued until you have completed the final.
Graduation!
The 2021 Graduation Ceremony for Spanish Springs High School is scheduled for Monday, June 21st.
There will be two ceremonies, one at 10:00 A.M. and the other at 2:00 P.M. at the Spanish Springs High School Athletic Stadium located at 1065 Eagle Canyon Drive, Sparks, NV 89441.
Seniors participating in the graduation will be broken down into two groups. Please see the graduation ceremony times below which is broken down by Seniors last names by “Alpha:”
Students with last names beginning in LAM – Z will graduate at the 10:00 a.m. ceremony.
Students with last names beginning in A – LAL will attend the 2:00 p.m. ceremony.
Due to physical capacity limitations on the number of guests that can attend graduation, the graduation ceremony will be livestreamed and made available through a YouTube link for families and guests to view. Notification and access to link will be sent by the school prior to graduation.
Graduation practice is mandatory. It will be held on Friday June 18th in the staging area. The staging area is located on the northwest side of the school behind the small gym outside on the grass. Each rehearsal is two hours. All graduating seniors MUST ATTEND rehearsal in order to participate in the graduation ceremony unless prior approval was granted by Principal Hart.
Students who are participating in the 10:00 A.M. ceremony must report to the staging area no later than 8:30 to sign in for the 9:00 rehearsal. This will be students with the last names beginning in LAM-Z.
Students who are participating in the 2:00 P.M. ceremony must report to the staging area no later than 11:30 to sign in for the 12:00 rehearsal. This will be students with the last names beginning in A-LAL.
Senior Informational Packet Pick Up Dates and Times
Seniors are to report to campus to pick up their Grad packets. The Contents of the packet will include 6 guest passes, 2 parking passes (one for the student and one for the family) and a copy of the grad letter. Packets will be located in the Front Office Window can will be available between 8:30 A.M. and 3:00 P.M. Please do not lose the contents.
Senior Video
Caps and Gowns
Attention Seniors:
Caps and gowns are now available for pick up in the Main Office during regular school business hours. If you haven't purchased your cap and gown yet, please visit Jostens.com. If you have questions, you may call 626-4944.
All School Materials are due JUNE 10th
All materials should be returned no later than June 10th.
Once materials are returned from previous years, all fines are deleted from the student's record unless the materials has been damaged in some way. If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Hefner at 425-7733 extension 38033. Thank you!
Yearbooks!
Yearbooks are still available for purchase in the Front Office.
While supplies last, the yearbook is still available in the Front Office. The cost is $100 dollars CASH. Sorry no checks or credit cards.
First Day of School Monday August 9th!
Senior Portraits for 2022
Prestige Portraits is going "digital" for 2021-22, and will be primarily reaching out to the senior class via email. Emails directing them to the website to book their appointment will be sent starting mid June.
Here are some resources to help you get started:
Prestige Studio Promo Video - (Local studio)
Prestige Portraits Video - Generic Promo Video
Website to Schedule a Studio Appointment
Activities and Athletics
Cross Country!
Follow us on Instagram at sshs_xcountry
Fall Athletics Registration
2021-2022 FALL SPORT REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 1, 2021
The Athletic Department welcomes you and your family to the 2021-22 sports school year.
Parents can complete the sports registration by going to RegisterMyAthlete.com.
Upload:
- Sports Physical (if applicable) & NIAA Health Questionnaire (1st/3rd year)
- or NIAA Pre-Participation History (2nd/4th year)
All forms can be found online or in SSHS Office - Contact the Coach for times and dates for conditioning, practices, and try-outs.
IF NO REGISTRATION AND SPORTS CLEARANCE, THERE IS NO PRACTICING OR TRYOUTS.
FALL SPORTS HEAD COACH
Cheer
Lisa Shults (775-223-3604)
Cross Country (Boys & Girls)
Rhonda Beadell (775-391-9989)
Football
Rob Hummel (701-269-1459)
Golf (Girls)
Veronica Crew (775-815-3043)
Soccer (Boys)
Winston Mora (775-232-8935)
Soccer (Girls)
Janel Guthrie (775-830-6627)
Tennis (Boys)
John Rogers (775-750-7616)
Tennis (Girls)
Lynn Rapp (775-762-4066)
Volleyball
Katy Upton (707-208-1959)
Katherine.Upton@washoeschools.net
If you have any questions, contact the athletic secretary:
Kim Sterett at SSHS
775-321-3945
Fall Registration must be completed by: Friday, July 30, 2021
Tech Support
The hours are:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 7am-2:30pm and Tuesday, Thursday 11:30am-7:00pm.
DMV Certification of Attendance
The complete WCSD policy can be found here: WCSD DMV Attendance Policy