News from Spring-Ford Area School District
May 2018
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Student Spotlight: 10-Day Film Fest
Spring-Ford Area High School Broadcast students will receive national recognition on June 10, 2018 at the 10 Day Film Fest National Finals.
The 10 Day Film Challenge is an intense and invigorating 10 school days in which teams of students make a movie - write, shoot, edit and score it - during their film class periods only, in 10 days!
On Day 1, the Challenge will release to the students the character including his/her backstory, a prop, a line of dialogue, a cinematic technique and genre that must be included in their movie. Then, 10 school days later, a 3-4 minute movie must be complete. Finally, the best films, depending upon the state, will be shown at a local theater or online as part of an awards ceremony.
In 2011, the 10 Day Film Challenge began with three NJ high schools. The 2018 Challenge has grown to 700 films created by 5,000 students in 170 high schools across 25 states, 8 countries and 3 continents.
Congratulations to these student filmmakers!
The 10 Day Film Challenge is an intense and invigorating 10 school days in which teams of students make a movie - write, shoot, edit and score it - during their film class periods only, in 10 days!
On Day 1, the Challenge will release to the students the character including his/her backstory, a prop, a line of dialogue, a cinematic technique and genre that must be included in their movie. Then, 10 school days later, a 3-4 minute movie must be complete. Finally, the best films, depending upon the state, will be shown at a local theater or online as part of an awards ceremony.
In 2011, the 10 Day Film Challenge began with three NJ high schools. The 2018 Challenge has grown to 700 films created by 5,000 students in 170 high schools across 25 states, 8 countries and 3 continents.
Congratulations to these student filmmakers!
Athletic Registration
In order to participate in Sports for the 2018-19 school year, you will need to complete the following:
1.Online Athletic Registration (go to the Athletics page and choose Registration). Please keep in mind our system is case sensitive.
2.Section 5 Health History (you can print these forms from the web site instructions)
3.Section 6 CIPPE Physical
This MUST be completed 2 weeks before the start of your season, failure to adhere to this due date may result in a missed tryout opportunity. High School sports deadline if July 31.
Spring-Ford Blood Drive
The 8th Grade Center is proud to sponsor another blood drive with the American Red Cross on May 25, 2018.
An estimated 38 percent of Americans are eligible to give blood, but of those, less than 10 percent actually donate each year. If you are healthy and eligible, please come out to donate. Most donations take about an hour, so book your appointment, roll up your sleeve and become a part of the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross and the 8th Grade Center.
DATE: May 25, 2018
TIME: 3 - 8 P.m.
Go to redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code: Eight Grade Center
Senior Class Reunions
Spring-Ford Seniors: Save the Date! Spring-Ford Area High School students are invited to the following Senior Class Reunions:
- Brooke Elementary School - Wednesday, May 30th, 2018; 3:45 - 4:45p.m. at Brooke Elementary School. Please RSVP to kbate@spring-ford.net.
- Evans Elementary School - Wednesday, May 30, 2018; 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. at Evans Elementary School. Please RSVP to dsull@spring-ford.net.
- Oaks Elementary School - Thursday, June 7, 2018; 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. at Oaks Elementary School. Please RSVP to jmcve@spring-ford.net.
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Spring-Ford Summer Sport Camps
Register today for a Spring-Ford Summer Athletic Camp! Joining a Summer Camp will improve your athletes game, while they have a blast meeting other student athletes. Current camps include:
Football Camp
Girls Basketball Camp
Boys Basketball Camp
Volleyball Camp
Check the Spring-Ford Athletic page for more camps and camp updates!
Football Camp
Girls Basketball Camp
Boys Basketball Camp
Volleyball Camp
Check the Spring-Ford Athletic page for more camps and camp updates!
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Student Spotlight: Spring-Ford Art Fest
Artwork from hundreds of Spring-Ford Area School District students was on display during the Spring-Ford Art Fest. Students in grades 7-12 had the honor to publically display their work to the community during this annual event. SFASD seniors submitted their own work and portfolio to be considered for the Senior Spotlight.
Click here to watch a Spotlight Video from RCTV.
Click here to watch a Spotlight Video from RCTV.
Spring-Ford is Hiring!
Do you know someone who should apply for a Spring-Ford job? Send the job posting to him or her! The highlighted job postings below are available as of May 24, 2018:
- Maintenance II - HVAC
- Executive Secretary to the Asst. Superintendent
- Elementary Principal (two)
Substitutes Needed!
Spring-Ford is hiring substitute Nurses, Teachers and Instructional Assistants!
If you are interested in becoming a substitute Teacher, substitute Instructional Assistant or substitute Nurse for the Spring-Ford Area School District, please contact The Substitute Teacher Service (STS) at 1-800-357-SUBS (7827) or apply online at www.thesubservice.com.
Spring-Ford Spotlight: Best Public High School
Spring-Ford Area High School has been recognized by U.S. News and World Report as a Best Public High School!
U.S. News and World Report released its annual list of Best Public High Schools in the country. The list ranks schools on a national and a state level.
The ranking evaluated more than 20,500 public high schools nationwide to identify schools that best serve all of their students and assess the degree to which students are prepared for college-level coursework. Schools were awarded gold, silver or bronze medals based on their performance on state assessments and how well they prepare students for college.
Spring-Ford Area High School ranked #1,421 nationally, and #41 in the state!
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Upcoming Event: Meet the Instrument Night
If your child is currently in the 3rd grade and is interested in playing an instrument next year, this is a wonderful opportunity to develop a new passion! At Meet The Instrument Night, students and parents are welcome to attend an informational meeting and then explore both orchestra and band instruments. This event is not mandatory, but highly encouraged. Come and let your child experience what their potential instrument will sound and feel like!
WHEN: Wednesday, June 6, 2018
TIME: 6:30 PM
LOCATION: Spring-Ford 9th Grade Center
DETAILS: Parents and students will learn facts about the strings program and be able to ask questions.
At the conclusion of the parent meetings, all students and parents will proceed to the Gymnasium. Students will get a chance to try as many different instruments as they would like to help them make their instrument choice for 4th grade.
WHEN: Wednesday, June 6, 2018
TIME: 6:30 PM
LOCATION: Spring-Ford 9th Grade Center
DETAILS: Parents and students will learn facts about the strings program and be able to ask questions.
At the conclusion of the parent meetings, all students and parents will proceed to the Gymnasium. Students will get a chance to try as many different instruments as they would like to help them make their instrument choice for 4th grade.
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Volunteer Spotlight: SNAP Review
The Spring-Ford Students Need and Alternate Party (SNAP) committee welcomed 500 students to the annual Post-Prom event on Saturday, April 28, 2018. Thanks to the hard work of volunteers and community members, SFAHS juniors and seniors experienced a night they'll never forget, as the high school was transformed into the quintessential Beach Bash.
Spring-Ford SNAP is a group of Spring-Ford Area School District parents and community members working with the Spring Ford Education Foundation in an effort to provide a spectacular FREE post-prom event for all Spring-Ford Area High School juniors and seniors, whether they attend the prom or not. The annual post-prom party provides a safe post-prom alternative, focusing on the safety of SFASD students and the Spring-Ford community.
Prom night is statistically one of the most dangerous nights of the year for high school students. SNAP is committed to keeping the Spring-Ford community safe and free from drug and alcohol-related tragedy.
Cool School Discount!
Is your young learner registered for Spring-Ford Cool School? Spring-Ford Cool School registration is open! Cool School summer courses offer fun summer activities for students completing grades K-6, with a focus on enrichment, arts and sports. Check out this years courses, taught by some of your favorite Spring-Ford teachers!
Did you miss Early Bird Registration? You can still catch a deal by using coupon code CS5EXTRA now through May 31, 2018. NOTE: enter the coupon code during check out, not on the first page.
4th Grade Transition Night
REMINDER: Join us for the 4th Grade Transition Night, May 31, 2018 at 7 p.m. Meet Mrs. Nuneviller and the 5th Grade House Principal, participate in a parent presentation and enjoy a self-guided tour. This event is for parents/guardians only and will be held in the 5th grade cafeteria.
All parents of 4th grade students with IEP's are invited to attend an informational meet and greet with Christine Raber, Supervisor of Special Education Grades 5-8, and staff in room W148 beginning at 6 p.m.
Click here for the Spring-Ford Transition Times newsletter for more information.
Student Spotlight: NTHS Induction
Earlier this month, Spring-Ford Area School District and Western Montgomery Career and Technology Center student, Hailey Swist, was inducted into the National Technical Honor Society Headquarters (NTHS)!
NTHS is a nationally based organization for outstanding students enrolled in occupational, vocational or technical programs. The purpose of NTHS is to promote service, leadership, honesty, career development, and skilled workmanship.
Membership in this prestigious group begins with a nomination by a technical or academic instruction and is limited to students who exhibit good character and leadership, and who plan to pursue a career in their field of technical study
Congratulations, Hailey!
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Summer Music Lessons
Spring-Ford students currently enrolled in grades 4-12 are invited to participate in the 5-week Summer Band Lesson Program. This program offers one-on-one music lessons on band instruments on a first-come, first-serve basis.
This series of five weekly private lessons taught by the Spring-Ford Music Teachers and local music specialists will begin on Tuesday, June 26 and will conclude on Thursday, July 26. Daytime lessons will be scheduled in half-hour increments from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Lessons will be held in the 7th Grade Center music rooms.
Band instruments offered for the Summer Lesson Program include woodwinds, brass and percussion. Please click here to register, and to see specific instruments.
Register early, as availability is limited and fills quickly. Registration is due no later than Friday, June 1, 2018. If you have any questions please contact summer lesson coordinator, Ms. Sarah Fralich, at Evans Elementary sbeck@spring-ford.net with SUMMER MUSIC LESSONS in the subject line.
UPCOMING EVENTS
4th Grade Transition Night
May 31, 2018 • 7 p.m.
Meet the Instrument Night
June 6, 2018 • 6:30 p.m.
Last Day of School!
June 14, 2018
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