SPCS COMMUNITY CONNECTION

SPRINGFIELD PLATTEVIEW COMMUNITY SCHOOLS 2023-2024

NOV 2023

Dear Springfield Platteview Community, 


The month of November has flown by, much like the first half of the school year! Several great traditions happen in the fall, which makes for a fast-paced and exciting time for many of us. We are feeling thankful for all of you and for all of the things we can participate in with you. 


At the beginning of November, we spent time with many of you at the SPCS Veterans Day Ceremony at Platteview High School. A lot of hard work goes into this event, as many of you know. From the students and the teachers to our community members and many volunteers, the ceremony is a favorite among many and could not happen without you. 


Later in the month, the Springfield Platteview Education Foundation held its annual auction fundraiser. Proceeds for this stunning event go straight back to the schools, students, and teachers! Please enjoy a few highlights from the event in the newsletter below. You can also check out the Foundation's Facebook page here for more pictures and a future announcement of funds received at the auction. Thank you for your ongoing support and generosity. So much hard work is shown through these two events! 


Another thing that becomes evident during this time is how hard the teachers and students are working to achieve their school year goals. Please take a moment to thank a teacher and administrator today! We are thankful for their hard work and resilience! 


Have you found that sometimes a classic character in a favorite book can express the exact words you are feeling but can't quite say it the same? Here's a quote that sums it up quite nicely. "Piglet noticed that even though he had a Very Small Heart, it could hold a rather large amount of Gratitude. —Winnie the Pooh by A.A. Milne.


Have a wonderful day and stay warm. Winter break is almost here! 


With Appreciation, 


Springfield Platteview

Administration Building Team

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SPCS Good Vibes Employee of the Month

Donna Mann, Springfield Elementary School

Congratulations to Donna Mann, Daytime Custodial Maintenance at Springfield Elementary, for being recognized as the SPCS Good Vibes Employee of the Month! Thank you for going above and beyond every day, Donna. We appreciate your hard work. Please tell Donna congrats for being the SPCS Good Vibes Employee of the Month!

"Donna goes above and beyond her assigned duties. She has a great relationship with the students and she cares. If she can, she immediately answers a request from a staff member or a student. She rarely is absent," one nominee explained. Another said, "Donna always goes above and beyond her duties with a happy positive attitude. She is always willing to do extra without ever complaining."  

 #SPCSGoodVibes

Hiring for Middle School Math and Special Ed Resource Teachers

Springfield Platteview Community Schools aim to recruit, develop, and retain the highest quality staff members to join our school district. We hire individuals who are passionate about education and who care about the students. Take a moment to look at jobs and apply online. Classified and certified positions are open now. 

November Wellness Tips

Winter Break Coming Soon: No School Dec 21 - Jan 3

Take a look at your school's website calendar for more detailed information. December 18, 19, and 20 are early dismissal days. Winter break officially starts Dec. 21, with no school on Thursday. School resumes on Thursday, January 4, 2024!

Architecture Firm Wins Award for Springfield Elementary

Springfield Elementary won 1 of 3 Honor awards given for architecture. AIA, a Chapter of the American Institute of Architects, awards Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture for its clear organization and intentional circulation structure creating collaborative learning commons. "Honor" is the highest recognition. AIA Nebraska selected 3 jurors from Chicago to review over 100 projects within Nebraska.

Mrs. Tagel's Class Wins a Pizza Party from Copps Pizza

Copps Pizza Company asked their Facebook fans to nominate a deserving teacher and classroom for a special pizza party! Mrs. Tagel's 3rd-grade class at Springfield Elementary School won after a parent made a heartfelt nomination.


"Mrs. Tagel has been such a joy this year. [My daughter] comes home with a HUGE smile on her face every day pumped full of more knowledge of what she has learned that day. She makes it a point to share with us every single day. We are so appreciative of all the things Mrs. Tagel does for her classroom. Thank you to both of you and all the other staff at Springfield Elementary who care for our kiddos like their own!"


Enjoy the Pizza Party, third graders! 🍕 

Westmont Elementary Awarded New Books for the Library

Westmont Elementary was nominated and selected to receive a TeachAAPI + Scholastic Belonging Through Books booster pack. The booster packs include several free books to be reviewed and added to the school library. Congratulations and thank you for the nomination!

Students Encourage Expressions of Gratitude

Westmont Elementary's Truthfulness Den made a Gratitude Tree before Thanksgiving to encourage others to share what they are grateful for! What a great way to stimulate kindness and appreciation throughout the school.  

Veterans Day Ceremony: Another Special and Memorable Event

Words cannot express how much we love hosting the incredible Veterans Day Ceremony we hold at Platteview High School each year. This year’s event was especially touching for many reasons. One being our special attendees and guests. Thank you for sharing this moment with us!

Thank you to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln President Ted Carter for being our esteemed guest speaker. The message resonated with the students and adults. Another thank you to Jimmy Weber. He wowed us all with his incredible voice and salute to our Vets!

*Pictured first is World War 2 Vet, Private First Class Leon Buttermore. It was an honor to have him in the audience. He received a standing ovation for his contributions to our country 🇺🇸. 

A Generous Donation to Moving Veterans Forward

Proceeds from the Trojan Zone Veterans Day Shirt Day Sales are being awarded to Moving Veterans Forward, a local non-profit dedicated to helping homeless Veterans in Iowa and Nebraska to get placed in homes. Their main goal is to give these veterans the boost that they need to become self-sufficient. The Trojan Zone Management team (PHS student interns) will present a check for $2,500 to the founder, Ron Hernandez, on Dec. 7, 2023. Thank you for buying a shirt and giving back! 

Thank You for Supporting the Education Foundation

The SPCS Education Foundation awards classroom grants throughout the school year. These grants are designed to supplement our programs or further enhance educational opportunities across the district. The annual auction helps fund a lot of our programming! Please enjoy our kick-off video from the event! 

SP Education Foundation Auction Fundraiser Highlights

One Teacher Grant example we shared at the Auction is a sensory path for students at Springfield Elementary. It was purchased generously by those who gave to the Education Foundation.

Many people work extremely hard to make this event happen each year to help raise funds for teacher grants and other grants to support SPCS teachers and students. Pictured are some of the volunteers! 

The Hats Off (For You) Education Foundation Auction Fundraiser was held again at the Steppe Center in La Vista. The theme this year thanked the many people who contributed to the Foundation!

The live auction featured several items that were handmade with the help of students from Platteview High School. This tabletop was made with wood from the PHS Buza Dome flooring. 

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