SHS Home & School
WELCOME!!
WELCOME!!
Our Home and School Association is a partnership between parents & teachers committed to the education of our children. Students benefit from parental involvement, knowledge & interest in their school.
Our Home and School Association is a partnership between parents & teachers committed to the education of our children. Students benefit from parental involvement, knowledge & interest in their school.
As a parent, you are a member of our organization & your participation can help make it a successful year. Please know you are welcome at our meetings & your ideas and suggestions will be appreciated.
As a parent, you are a member of our organization & your participation can help make it a successful year. Please know you are welcome at our meetings & your ideas and suggestions will be appreciated.
2019-2020 Home and School Executive Board
2019-2020 Home and School Executive Board
Sue Siegel, President – ssdsiegel@yahoo.com
Sue Siegel, President – ssdsiegel@yahoo.com
Tina Battista, Vice President – tinabat1227@gmail.com
Tina Battista, Vice President – tinabat1227@gmail.com
Jen Barbier, Treasurer - cjbarbier2@gmail.com
Jen Barbier, Treasurer - cjbarbier2@gmail.com
Sharon Kistler, Corresponding Secretary – david.kistler@comcast.net
Sharon Kistler, Corresponding Secretary – david.kistler@comcast.net
Scott Holloway, Recording Secretary (SHS) – scott.holloway@ssdcougars.org
Scott Holloway, Recording Secretary (SHS) – scott.holloway@ssdcougars.org
We look forward to a great school year working with our students, teachers, staff & volunteers to support the academic & social development of all of our students in a fun & safe environment.
We look forward to a great school year working with our students, teachers, staff & volunteers to support the academic & social development of all of our students in a fun & safe environment.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE ADDED TO THIS PAGE?
WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE ADDED TO THIS PAGE?
This page contains all sorts of important information & is updated constantly! Don't forget to look over this whole page, but also the special tabs at the top of the page (Post Prom 2019, meeting minutes, Naviance, etc.) If you would like to be added to this page to receive "Important News" updates, please send your name & email address to Sharon Kistler at SHSHS@ssdstudent.org!
This page contains all sorts of important information & is updated constantly! Don't forget to look over this whole page, but also the special tabs at the top of the page (Post Prom 2019, meeting minutes, Naviance, etc.) If you would like to be added to this page to receive "Important News" updates, please send your name & email address to Sharon Kistler at SHSHS@ssdstudent.org!
Thank you!
Thank you!
SHS MAIN OFFICE
SHS MAIN OFFICE
The SHS Main Office is the best source of information! If you have any questions, the staff will most likely have the answers & if they don't, they'll be able to direct you properly! They are incredibly helpful! The Main Office # is 610-938-6100!
The SHS Main Office is the best source of information! If you have any questions, the staff will most likely have the answers & if they don't, they'll be able to direct you properly! They are incredibly helpful! The Main Office # is 610-938-6100!
Thank you!
Thank you!
Have you joined our SHS Home and School FB Page??
Have you joined our SHS Home and School FB Page??
This is a closed group for parents & guardians of SHS students. It's a great place for timely reminders or get a response to a quick question related to our Home & School. Click on the link below & ask to join today. Once the request is made, please look for an automated message & reply with the requested information, so we may add you to the group. Thank you!
This is a closed group for parents & guardians of SHS students. It's a great place for timely reminders or get a response to a quick question related to our Home & School. Click on the link below & ask to join today. Once the request is made, please look for an automated message & reply with the requested information, so we may add you to the group. Thank you!
JULY
JULY
23-24 - Senior Portraits
23-24 - Senior Portraits
Senior Portrait Email Announcement for the Class of 2020
Senior Portrait Email Announcement for the Class of 2020
Each senior must sit for their senior portrait to be included in the Scrivener Yearbook. The portraits occur this summer at the high school auditorium and are scheduled in June and July across a range of dates to ensure you can pick a date on your calendar and handle the portrait prior to the start of the academic school year.
Each senior must sit for their senior portrait to be included in the Scrivener Yearbook. The portraits occur this summer at the high school auditorium and are scheduled in June and July across a range of dates to ensure you can pick a date on your calendar and handle the portrait prior to the start of the academic school year.
Senior portraits at Springfield High School are scheduled for Monday, July 22nd, Tuesday, July 23rd and Wednesday, July 24th.
Senior portraits at Springfield High School are scheduled for Monday, July 22nd, Tuesday, July 23rd and Wednesday, July 24th.
The portrait sittings are FREE. The tuxedo, drape, cap, gown, and tassel are provided by Barksdale. Click the link:
The portrait sittings are FREE. The tuxedo, drape, cap, gown, and tassel are provided by Barksdale. Click the link:
More information will be sent to your home. The senior portraits are the first pages to be submitted to the yearbook company to reach our 2020 commencement distribution deadline so it is essential that you sit for the senior portrait this summer – the sooner the better. If you do not sit for the senior portrait over the summer, then your portrait will not be able to be included in the yearbook. If need arises, additional dates will be added in August. Please plan to sit for the June and July sessions to be sure you are happy with your senior portrait.
More information will be sent to your home. The senior portraits are the first pages to be submitted to the yearbook company to reach our 2020 commencement distribution deadline so it is essential that you sit for the senior portrait this summer – the sooner the better. If you do not sit for the senior portrait over the summer, then your portrait will not be able to be included in the yearbook. If need arises, additional dates will be added in August. Please plan to sit for the June and July sessions to be sure you are happy with your senior portrait.
If you have any issue with the link you can always visit the website, www.barksdalephoto.com click on the gray box that says, “What are you looking for?”, select from the drop down menu, “Book your session – Seniors”, there will be a list of schools, scroll to Springfield and it should redirect you to the dates.
If you have any issue with the link you can always visit the website, www.barksdalephoto.com click on the gray box that says, “What are you looking for?”, select from the drop down menu, “Book your session – Seniors”, there will be a list of schools, scroll to Springfield and it should redirect you to the dates.
HOSPITALITY POSITION!
HOSPITALITY POSITION!
Our Hospitality positions have finally been filled! We welcome Melissa Raffel & Trish Turner and know you will do an excellent job!
Our Hospitality positions have finally been filled! We welcome Melissa Raffel & Trish Turner and know you will do an excellent job!
Thank you again to Andrea Kovacs & her family for all their years of service! You will be missed!
Thank you again to Andrea Kovacs & her family for all their years of service! You will be missed!
SHS CAR MAGNETS FOR SALE BY SHS HOME & SCHOOL!
SHS CAR MAGNETS FOR SALE BY SHS HOME & SCHOOL!
The SHS Home & School is selling car magnets! They are just $5 and will be sold at major events like Home & School Meetings, concerts & more...don't miss out & also help our Home & School raise funds to support programming at our wonderful school!
The SHS Home & School is selling car magnets! They are just $5 and will be sold at major events like Home & School Meetings, concerts & more...don't miss out & also help our Home & School raise funds to support programming at our wonderful school!
Any questions, please contact Sharon Kistler at david.kistler@comcast.net! Any of the Executive Board Members of our Home & School will be selling them. Thank you for supporting SHS Home & School & we look forward to seeing your magnets on your cars around town!!
Any questions, please contact Sharon Kistler at david.kistler@comcast.net! Any of the Executive Board Members of our Home & School will be selling them. Thank you for supporting SHS Home & School & we look forward to seeing your magnets on your cars around town!!
MAGNETS ARE ALSO BEING SOLD IN THE MAIN OFFICE!!
MAGNETS ARE ALSO BEING SOLD IN THE MAIN OFFICE!!
CAR MAGNETS FLYER.docBe sure to check out the SHS Online Calendar and keep on top of Important Dates!
Be sure to check out the SHS Online Calendar and keep on top of Important Dates!
The annual SSD calendar is online. The link below takes you to the 2019-2020 electronic calendar for SHS, which is updated, real-time & has the most accurate date & event information.
The annual SSD calendar is online. The link below takes you to the 2019-2020 electronic calendar for SHS, which is updated, real-time & has the most accurate date & event information.
Giant A+ Rewards Total
Giant A+ Rewards Total
We earned $3,212.88 from Giant A+ Rewards Program simply because those 255 families who signed up to designate their rewards to SHS just did their food shopping - that's it! This is our largest source of income and we use this money to support programming for the students at SHS! Thank you!
We earned $3,212.88 from Giant A+ Rewards Program simply because those 255 families who signed up to designate their rewards to SHS just did their food shopping - that's it! This is our largest source of income and we use this money to support programming for the students at SHS! Thank you!
HOME & SCHOOL MEETINGS
HOME & SCHOOL MEETINGS
We will hold 4 meetings this year again. They will be the 2nd Tuesday of the month in September, November, February & April.
We will hold 4 meetings this year again. They will be the 2nd Tuesday of the month in September, November, February & April.
Our first meeting will be Tuesday, 9/10, 7:30pm, location TBD. Dr. Anthony Barber, SSD Superintendent, will be our guest speaker! Come out and bring a friend! We look forward to working with you and having a great school year together!
Our first meeting will be Tuesday, 9/10, 7:30pm, location TBD. Dr. Anthony Barber, SSD Superintendent, will be our guest speaker! Come out and bring a friend! We look forward to working with you and having a great school year together!
Important SHS Contact Information and Phone Numbers
Important SHS Contact Information and Phone Numbers
Springfield High School
Springfield High School
49 W. Leamy Ave
49 W. Leamy Ave
Springfield, PA 19064
Springfield, PA 19064
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Mr. Joseph Hepp, Principal
Mr. Joseph Hepp, Principal
610-938-6150
610-938-6150
Mr. Anthony Simek, Asst. Principal
Mr. Anthony Simek, Asst. Principal
610-938-6175
610-938-6175
Ms. Monica Conlin, Asst. Principal
Ms. Monica Conlin, Asst. Principal
610-938-6125
610-938-6125
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Main Office Phone
Main Office Phone
610-938-6100
610-938-6100
Main Office Fax
Main Office Fax
610-938-6105
610-938-6105
Absentee Line/Attendance
Absentee Line/Attendance
610-938-6110
610-938-6110
Nurse's Office
Nurse's Office
610-938-6115
610-938-6115
Guidance Office
Guidance Office
610-938-6130
610-938-6130
Athletic Director's Office
Athletic Director's Office
610-938-6185
610-938-6185
Absence Notification: Email Procedures & More
Absence Notification: Email Procedures & More
Attendance notification may be completed in either of the following two ways:
Attendance notification may be completed in either of the following two ways:
1) An e-mail to the attendance office at shsattendance@ssdcougars.org, which will also fulfill the written notice requirement for an excused absence. The e-mail must include the date of absence, child’s name, grade, the reason for the absence & the parent/guardian name reporting the absence & phone number.
1) An e-mail to the attendance office at shsattendance@ssdcougars.org, which will also fulfill the written notice requirement for an excused absence. The e-mail must include the date of absence, child’s name, grade, the reason for the absence & the parent/guardian name reporting the absence & phone number.
2) A phone call to the school attendance hotline (610)938-6110. The message should include the student name, grade, date, the name of the parent/guardian calling, a phone number & the reason for the absence. A call must be followed-up with a written excuse note or email within three days. If a written excuse is not submitted within this time period, the absence automatically becomes unexcused.
2) A phone call to the school attendance hotline (610)938-6110. The message should include the student name, grade, date, the name of the parent/guardian calling, a phone number & the reason for the absence. A call must be followed-up with a written excuse note or email within three days. If a written excuse is not submitted within this time period, the absence automatically becomes unexcused.
**Extended Absence/Vacation Request/Approval Forms must be picked up in the Student Services Office at least 10 days prior to the first day of the requested absence.**
**Extended Absence/Vacation Request/Approval Forms must be picked up in the Student Services Office at least 10 days prior to the first day of the requested absence.**
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Late Arrivals and Early Dismissals
Late Arrivals and Early Dismissals
Written notes are required for all late arrivals & early dismissals. Late arrivals & early dismissals remain unexcused until a note is received. If the late arrival or early dismissal is due to a medical or dental appointment, additional documentation from the medical office must be provided to be excused. The appointment verification can be faxed to (610)938-6105 or dropped off to the Student Services Office. Early dismissal notes must include how the student is getting home.
Written notes are required for all late arrivals & early dismissals. Late arrivals & early dismissals remain unexcused until a note is received. If the late arrival or early dismissal is due to a medical or dental appointment, additional documentation from the medical office must be provided to be excused. The appointment verification can be faxed to (610)938-6105 or dropped off to the Student Services Office. Early dismissal notes must include how the student is getting home.
Excuse for Absence & Late Arrival/Early Dismissal Cards can be picked up in the Student Services Office, Room 120.
Excuse for Absence & Late Arrival/Early Dismissal Cards can be picked up in the Student Services Office, Room 120.
PLEASE NOTE: Additional information & updated attendance polices can be found in the student handbook & on the district website, www.ssdcougars.org.
PLEASE NOTE: Additional information & updated attendance polices can be found in the student handbook & on the district website, www.ssdcougars.org.
Home Access Center
Home Access Center
Looking for a copy of your student's schedule or want to check grades?
Looking for a copy of your student's schedule or want to check grades?
Username/Password: All SHS families should already have an HAC username & password. If you have any problems, please email parentportal@ssdcougars.org.
Username/Password: All SHS families should already have an HAC username & password. If you have any problems, please email parentportal@ssdcougars.org.
Please include the following information (if you have multiple students, information is only required for one student for identification purposes):
Please include the following information (if you have multiple students, information is only required for one student for identification purposes):
1. Student Name 2. Student Grade 3. Student Birthdate 4. Student Homeroom
1. Student Name 2. Student Grade 3. Student Birthdate 4. Student Homeroom
Questions concerning grades: please contact the school/teacher directly.
Questions concerning grades: please contact the school/teacher directly.
Questions concerning attendance: please contact the school/teacher directly.
Questions concerning attendance: please contact the school/teacher directly.
Please follow the link below & have your username and password ready to login.
Please follow the link below & have your username and password ready to login.
SHS Weekly Reminders
SHS Weekly Reminders
A great source of information is the SHS Cougar Tracks. This includes both SHS & SHS Home & School news and updates! You can check in at any time to see what's happening at SHS and with the Home & School!
A great source of information is the SHS Cougar Tracks. This includes both SHS & SHS Home & School news and updates! You can check in at any time to see what's happening at SHS and with the Home & School!
Please also check out the District Website on a regular basis!
Please also check out the District Website on a regular basis!
Lastly, check out the Growl! It's both fun & informative!
Lastly, check out the Growl! It's both fun & informative!
Each Wednesday, our Principal, Mr. Hepp, sends out the SHS Weekly Reminders!
Each Wednesday, our Principal, Mr. Hepp, sends out the SHS Weekly Reminders!
How Can I View SHS Lunch Menus or Make a Lunch Account Payment?
How Can I View SHS Lunch Menus or Make a Lunch Account Payment?
Lunch menus change weekly & can be found by clicking on the link below:
Lunch menus change weekly & can be found by clicking on the link below:
If you need to add money to your child's lunch account, you can do that by following the link below to the "my SchoolBucks" website to add funds electronically:
If you need to add money to your child's lunch account, you can do that by following the link below to the "my SchoolBucks" website to add funds electronically:
You do not have to make a payment online to use mySchoolBucks.
You do not have to make a payment online to use mySchoolBucks.
This website allows you to view your child’s participation account so you can see what they are purchasing & how much money is in the account. This also allows you to make sure money was applied to the account that you paid through mySchoolBucks or by sending a check to school.
This website allows you to view your child’s participation account so you can see what they are purchasing & how much money is in the account. This also allows you to make sure money was applied to the account that you paid through mySchoolBucks or by sending a check to school.
If you are sending money to school with your child, please put it in an envelope with the child’s name & grade on the front. It is recommended to send a check but if you prefer cash, it is more important to put the cash in a sealed envelope with the child’s name on it.
If you are sending money to school with your child, please put it in an envelope with the child’s name & grade on the front. It is recommended to send a check but if you prefer cash, it is more important to put the cash in a sealed envelope with the child’s name on it.
If sending a check, please put the child’s name & PIN number in the “memo” section of the check.
If sending a check, please put the child’s name & PIN number in the “memo” section of the check.
If you are having problems or have questions about this process, please call Gail Hollenbeck at 610-938-6023 or email at Gail.Hollenbeck@ssdcougars.org.
If you are having problems or have questions about this process, please call Gail Hollenbeck at 610-938-6023 or email at Gail.Hollenbeck@ssdcougars.org.
Safety and Security Measures for the 2018-19 School Year
Safety and Security Measures for the 2018-19 School Year
BUILDING ADMITTANCE / PHOTO ID SWIPE:
BUILDING ADMITTANCE / PHOTO ID SWIPE:
All persons entering any school building will be required to present & swipe their driver’s license or state issued ID in the District’s new Raptor Security System; upon running the identification, the system will automatically generate a visitor's pass. Persons without a driver’s license or state-issued identification will still be expected to present a photo ID & will have to meet with building administration to determine building admittance.
All persons entering any school building will be required to present & swipe their driver’s license or state issued ID in the District’s new Raptor Security System; upon running the identification, the system will automatically generate a visitor's pass. Persons without a driver’s license or state-issued identification will still be expected to present a photo ID & will have to meet with building administration to determine building admittance.
VOLUNTEERS AND CHAPERONES / BACKGROUND CHECKS AND CLEARANCES:
VOLUNTEERS AND CHAPERONES / BACKGROUND CHECKS AND CLEARANCES:
As determined by administration, all volunteers who are responsible for the welfare of children must have obtained all security clearances prior to service. Primarily, these volunteers are persons who will chaperone a field trip or volunteer at certain building events identified by administration. Necessary clearances include child abuse clearance, criminal history & an FBI background check (waivers for the FBI check are available for persons who have been residents of Pennsylvania for ten years or longer). Fees for volunteers applying for clearances have been waived by the state, with the exception of the FBI background check, which costs $27.50. Links to obtain clearances are available on the link.
As determined by administration, all volunteers who are responsible for the welfare of children must have obtained all security clearances prior to service. Primarily, these volunteers are persons who will chaperone a field trip or volunteer at certain building events identified by administration. Necessary clearances include child abuse clearance, criminal history & an FBI background check (waivers for the FBI check are available for persons who have been residents of Pennsylvania for ten years or longer). Fees for volunteers applying for clearances have been waived by the state, with the exception of the FBI background check, which costs $27.50. Links to obtain clearances are available on the link.
Please inform all persons on your students’ approved pick-up list, or members of your family who may wish to volunteer, of these changes. Should you have any questions, please contact your building principal. As always, the safety & welfare of each student remains our utmost priority. Thank you for your support & understanding as we strengthen district-wide security measures.
Please inform all persons on your students’ approved pick-up list, or members of your family who may wish to volunteer, of these changes. Should you have any questions, please contact your building principal. As always, the safety & welfare of each student remains our utmost priority. Thank you for your support & understanding as we strengthen district-wide security measures.
Looking for Bus Routes/Schedules for the school year?
Looking for Bus Routes/Schedules for the school year?
Click on the link below, where you can review & print out any of the Springfield School District's AM/PM bus schedules for 2018-2019. Thank you!
Click on the link below, where you can review & print out any of the Springfield School District's AM/PM bus schedules for 2018-2019. Thank you!
Shopping Amazon can support SAEF!!
Shopping Amazon can support SAEF!!
Did you know that purchases made through http://smile.amazon.com will donate a portion back to Springfield Area Educational Foundation (SAEF)? This supports SSD student scholarships, educational programs & projects.
Did you know that purchases made through http://smile.amazon.com will donate a portion back to Springfield Area Educational Foundation (SAEF)? This supports SSD student scholarships, educational programs & projects.
Find more information at: https://smile.amazon.com/ch/75-3196779. Thank you!
Find more information at: https://smile.amazon.com/ch/75-3196779. Thank you!
There's an app for that & more exciting news from SSD!
There's an app for that & more exciting news from SSD!
Springfield School District has an app & it's free! Check it out - www.ssdcougars.org/ssdapp or search Springfield SD Cougars in the app store!
Springfield School District has an app & it's free! Check it out - www.ssdcougars.org/ssdapp or search Springfield SD Cougars in the app store!
To coincide with the app, Springfield School District now has a Facebook page - www.facebook.com & search for Springfieldsd. Also, there is a new Instagram page for the district - www.instagram.com/springfield.sd.
To coincide with the app, Springfield School District now has a Facebook page - www.facebook.com & search for Springfieldsd. Also, there is a new Instagram page for the district - www.instagram.com/springfield.sd.
SHS Begin/End Times
SHS Begin/End Times
SHS first period begins at 7:30am & school is dismissed at 2:30pm, at the end of 7th period!
SHS first period begins at 7:30am & school is dismissed at 2:30pm, at the end of 7th period!
Don't forget that you can support Springfield High School H&S efforts while you shop at Giant!
Don't forget that you can support Springfield High School H&S efforts while you shop at Giant!
STAY TUNED FOR 2019-2020 UPDATED INFORMATION!!
STAY TUNED FOR 2019-2020 UPDATED INFORMATION!!
Our school is participating in the Giant A+ School Rewards Program, a great school fundraising program that runs from September 7, 2018 through March 16, 2019. This is an easy way for you to help our school earn CASH each time my family members & friends shop at any Giant Store. Please help our school and register your BONUSCARD® to our SCHOOL ID# 23819.
Our school is participating in the Giant A+ School Rewards Program, a great school fundraising program that runs from September 7, 2018 through March 16, 2019. This is an easy way for you to help our school earn CASH each time my family members & friends shop at any Giant Store. Please help our school and register your BONUSCARD® to our SCHOOL ID# 23819.
Here’s How You Can Help Beginning August 3, 2018:
Here’s How You Can Help Beginning August 3, 2018:
Visit www.giantfoodstores.com/school-rewards/. Follow the prompts to create your online account. You’ll need your 11-digit BONUSCARD® number and the School ID #.
Visit www.giantfoodstores.com/school-rewards/. Follow the prompts to create your online account. You’ll need your 11-digit BONUSCARD® number and the School ID #.
**IF YOU DON’T KNOW YOUR BONUSCARD® NUMBER CALL 1-888-814-4268, OPTION #1.
**IF YOU DON’T KNOW YOUR BONUSCARD® NUMBER CALL 1-888-814-4268, OPTION #1.
To earn points:
To earn points:
Use your BONUSCARD® each time you shop at Giant & you will earn CASH for your designated school. You can track the number of points you are earning for our school by checking your grocery receipt starting September 7, 2018 through March 16, 2019.
Use your BONUSCARD® each time you shop at Giant & you will earn CASH for your designated school. You can track the number of points you are earning for our school by checking your grocery receipt starting September 7, 2018 through March 16, 2019.
At the end of each month, your points are calculated & converted to CASH rewards. These CASH rewards for our school are updated monthly. You can track our progress when you sign in to your online account.
At the end of each month, your points are calculated & converted to CASH rewards. These CASH rewards for our school are updated monthly. You can track our progress when you sign in to your online account.
Our school will receive one CASH awards check at the end of the program & can use this cash for any of its educational needs.
Our school will receive one CASH awards check at the end of the program & can use this cash for any of its educational needs.
Our school needs your support! Please take a moment to register your BONUSCARD® today! And don’t forget to tell your friends and neighbors to do the same. It would mean the world to our school. THANK YOU!!
Our school needs your support! Please take a moment to register your BONUSCARD® today! And don’t forget to tell your friends and neighbors to do the same. It would mean the world to our school. THANK YOU!!
DON'T FORGET ~ OUR SCHOOL NUMBER IS 23819!!
DON'T FORGET ~ OUR SCHOOL NUMBER IS 23819!!
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