School News
![Dual Immersion enrollment reaches new record]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1755620959/springfieldk12orus/jfg2tuqr16ei3iijpapa/20240313_GuyLee_DI_Kinders2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1755620959/springfieldk12orus/jfg2tuqr16ei3iijpapa/20240313_GuyLee_DI_Kinders2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1755620959/springfieldk12orus/jfg2tuqr16ei3iijpapa/20240313_GuyLee_DI_Kinders2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1755620959/springfieldk12orus/jfg2tuqr16ei3iijpapa/20240313_GuyLee_DI_Kinders2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1755620959/springfieldk12orus/jfg2tuqr16ei3iijpapa/20240313_GuyLee_DI_Kinders2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1755620959/springfieldk12orus/jfg2tuqr16ei3iijpapa/20240313_GuyLee_DI_Kinders2.jpg","width":1920}])
Guy Lee Elementary is experiencing a surge in its Dual Immersion Program, enrollment for the 2025–26 school year has reached a total of 27 new students—with an 11-students waiting list, a new record. Based on 2018 data, the program has grown by 50%.
![Apply for SPS' Dual Immersion Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737578792/springfieldk12orus/abfjuh87ee5feidkc8ei/DI_Photo800x455.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737578792/springfieldk12orus/abfjuh87ee5feidkc8ei/DI_Photo800x455.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737578792/springfieldk12orus/abfjuh87ee5feidkc8ei/DI_Photo800x455.jpg","width":800}])
Applications are open for 2025-26 kindergarten, first, sixth and ninth grade students.
![Noche de Loteria]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1716443274/springfieldk12orus/b7lznjtyfdsizafzlitu/loteria.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1716443274/springfieldk12orus/b7lznjtyfdsizafzlitu/loteria.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1716443274/springfieldk12orus/b7lznjtyfdsizafzlitu/loteria.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1716443274/springfieldk12orus/b7lznjtyfdsizafzlitu/loteria.jpg","width":1080}])
![Dia de los Niños Celebration]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713483648/springfieldk12orus/vkd9xxphkn9ntqvi9yrg/Diadelosheader2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713483648/springfieldk12orus/vkd9xxphkn9ntqvi9yrg/Diadelosheader2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713483648/springfieldk12orus/vkd9xxphkn9ntqvi9yrg/Diadelosheader2.png","width":800}])
Please join us for a fun evening celebrating ‘Día de los Niños, Día de los Libros’
![District awarded competitive Community Learning Grant, funds will serve three schools]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707754957/springfieldk12orus/h4wbkora5alxqckencp9/20240208_Hamlin_CLCC_AlejandroMaria.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1707754957/springfieldk12orus/h4wbkora5alxqckencp9/20240208_Hamlin_CLCC_AlejandroMaria.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1707754957/springfieldk12orus/h4wbkora5alxqckencp9/20240208_Hamlin_CLCC_AlejandroMaria.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1707754957/springfieldk12orus/h4wbkora5alxqckencp9/20240208_Hamlin_CLCC_AlejandroMaria.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1707754957/springfieldk12orus/h4wbkora5alxqckencp9/20240208_Hamlin_CLCC_AlejandroMaria.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1707754957/springfieldk12orus/h4wbkora5alxqckencp9/20240208_Hamlin_CLCC_AlejandroMaria.jpg","width":1920}])
The Oregon Department of Education recently awarded Springfield Public Schools (SPS) with a $2.3 million 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) grant.
![Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day November 14]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1700081990/springfieldk12orus/idwivjbiplxrarnymykz/RBWTSD800x455.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1700081990/springfieldk12orus/idwivjbiplxrarnymykz/RBWTSD800x455.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1700081990/springfieldk12orus/idwivjbiplxrarnymykz/RBWTSD800x455.jpg","width":800}])
Watch: SPS students and staff take part in Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day.
District News
![The Real Story: Bargaining Progress, Facts, and Future Steps]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762540265/springfieldk12orus/ufwswsafq4owrpned1lz/Paperwork.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762540265/springfieldk12orus/ufwswsafq4owrpned1lz/Paperwork.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762540265/springfieldk12orus/ufwswsafq4owrpned1lz/Paperwork.jpg","width":640}])
As bargaining discussions continue between Springfield Public Schools and The Springfield Education Association, we recognize there will be many questions, and at times, conflicting information, about the current situation.
![Board Censures Chair; Elects New Leadership]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762288779/springfieldk12orus/sfmpisi7y74kwfujwevi/HQALangworthy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762288779/springfieldk12orus/sfmpisi7y74kwfujwevi/HQALangworthy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762288779/springfieldk12orus/sfmpisi7y74kwfujwevi/HQALangworthy.jpg","width":800}])
During a special meeting, the Springfield Board of Directors reviewed the results of an independent investigation into several complaints related to board member conduct and governance practices.
![Orange Chicken Brings Big Smiles, Highlights District’s Commitment to New Menu Options]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761866018/springfieldk12orus/cntcfhnv9zd5zkogo36z/ASMSBoyeatschicken.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761866018/springfieldk12orus/cntcfhnv9zd5zkogo36z/ASMSBoyeatschicken.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761866018/springfieldk12orus/cntcfhnv9zd5zkogo36z/ASMSBoyeatschicken.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761866018/springfieldk12orus/cntcfhnv9zd5zkogo36z/ASMSBoyeatschicken.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761866018/springfieldk12orus/cntcfhnv9zd5zkogo36z/ASMSBoyeatschicken.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761866018/springfieldk12orus/cntcfhnv9zd5zkogo36z/ASMSBoyeatschicken.jpg","width":2048}])
Lunchtime was extra bright across Springfield Public Schools this week as the Nutrition Services team introduced a flavorful new addition to the menu: Yang’s Orange Chicken.
![Ridgeview and Walterville join Oregon Crunch at Once]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761344980/springfieldk12orus/mdirb9ayy0ons1j0g5tw/20251023_CRUNCHRidgeview_OllenZander_Carrots.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761344980/springfieldk12orus/mdirb9ayy0ons1j0g5tw/20251023_CRUNCHRidgeview_OllenZander_Carrots.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761344980/springfieldk12orus/mdirb9ayy0ons1j0g5tw/20251023_CRUNCHRidgeview_OllenZander_Carrots.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761344980/springfieldk12orus/mdirb9ayy0ons1j0g5tw/20251023_CRUNCHRidgeview_OllenZander_Carrots.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761344980/springfieldk12orus/mdirb9ayy0ons1j0g5tw/20251023_CRUNCHRidgeview_OllenZander_Carrots.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761344980/springfieldk12orus/mdirb9ayy0ons1j0g5tw/20251023_CRUNCHRidgeview_OllenZander_Carrots.jpg","width":1920}])
In Springfield Public Schools (SPS), nutrition services staff at Ridgeview Elementary and Walterville Elementary served delicious multi-colored carrots and apples to all students during lunch, as part of Oregon's Crunch at Once event, celebrated on Thursday, October 23.
![Board Approves Updated Electronic Devices Ban Policy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761064546/springfieldk12orus/yykppjlwwx73zlhvdnty/Studentwithcellphone.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761064546/springfieldk12orus/yykppjlwwx73zlhvdnty/Studentwithcellphone.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761064546/springfieldk12orus/yykppjlwwx73zlhvdnty/Studentwithcellphone.webp","width":800}])
The Springfield Public Schools (SPS) Board of Directors has updated the Personal Electronic Devices Policy (JFCEB)to align with new state requirements outlined in Oregon Executive Order 25-09.
![CTP Teacher Sally Golden named 2025 Oregon Teacher of the Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759519683/springfieldk12orus/yvyy61jticcrvj6ybvv2/20251003_TRDR_TOY_WilliamsGoldenHamilton.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1759519683/springfieldk12orus/yvyy61jticcrvj6ybvv2/20251003_TRDR_TOY_WilliamsGoldenHamilton.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1759519683/springfieldk12orus/yvyy61jticcrvj6ybvv2/20251003_TRDR_TOY_WilliamsGoldenHamilton.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1759519683/springfieldk12orus/yvyy61jticcrvj6ybvv2/20251003_TRDR_TOY_WilliamsGoldenHamilton.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1759519683/springfieldk12orus/yvyy61jticcrvj6ybvv2/20251003_TRDR_TOY_WilliamsGoldenHamilton.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759519683/springfieldk12orus/yvyy61jticcrvj6ybvv2/20251003_TRDR_TOY_WilliamsGoldenHamilton.jpg","width":1920}])
State officials joined Springfield Public Schools students, staff and community leaders at the Two Rivers-Dos Ríos gymnasium to celebrate with effusive cheers and applause Special Education Teacher, Sally Golden as the 2025 Oregon Teacher of the Year.