About 9th GC

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Caregivers of incoming 9^th grade students and new students:

Spring-Ford High School 9^th Grade Center is excited to continue its “Spring-Ford Modernizing Learning” plan for the class of 2025.  The vision of the program is to maximize student engagement and increase differentiation with the use of technology.  Click here to find more information related to the program, as well as guidelines, technology fee information, along with acceptable user and equipment guidelines. Chromebook distribution already took place for students enrolled in Spring-Ford at the end of their 8^th grade year.  New families will receive laptops upon a completed registration process.   

Spring-Ford's online payment system is through SchoolPay.  There is an annual $25 technology fee collected at the start of each school year.

Families who qualify for the free and reduced lunch program will be approved for a reduced or free annual technology fee.  However, all families including those in the free and reduced lunch program, will be required to pay the deductible charge for each theft, lost, or damage claim.  Families wishing to participate in the free and reduced lunch program must apply (or re-apply annually) and be approved for the program each year.  Information regarding Free and Reduced lunch program can be found on the Spring-Ford School District website by going to the Food Service page and click on “Important Forms” link.  Paper copies are available upon request.  If you already qualify and receive support from the free and reduced lunch program you MUST re-apply every year.

If you have any questions or concerns related to the distribution of Chromebooks, please contact Spring-Ford's Technology Support Center at supportcenter@spring-ford.net or call 610-705-6200. 

Thank you,

Dr. Theresa Weidenbaugh
9^th Grade Center Principal

9^TH GRADE CENTER STUDENT DROP-OFF AND PICK-UP

Over the past several years, traffic patterns and parking procedures have been carefully monitored to ensure the safety of all and to expedite traffic movement. In an effort to alleviate the congestion in the parking lot connecting the 8^th and 9^th Grade Centers, we are requiring all 9^th Grade Center students to be dropped off in the auditorium parking lot of the 9^th Grade Center. We request all parents enter and exit the 9^th Grade Center via Lewis Road. Students must enter door 7 and proceed to the gymnasium lobby or cafeteria.

Please adhere to the following directions and traffic patterns. You may refer to the map included with this notice.

From 7:10 A.M. until all buses have departed (approximately 7:35 A.M.); all students are to be dropped off in the auditorium parking lot at the 9^th Grade Center. Parents are to exit the same route leaving the campus via Lewis Road.  Please avoid the 8/9 center parking lot areas. At these times, these areas are for school buses only and Lewis Road is congested during these times. Students will enter door 7 and the report directly to the cafeteria or gymnasium lobby.

The bus lane located in the front of the building is not permitted for student drop off or pick up, during standard arrival and departure times. Please adhere to these guidelines.

If you arrive after 7:35 please drop off at the main entrance (Door #1) and ring the buzzer and the office staff will unlock the door for you.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation in this matter. This will expedite the pick-up and drop-off process and ensure a safer situation for all.

 

I am proud to welcome you to the Spring-Ford Area Senior High School 9^th Grade Center for the 2019-20 school year. The Spring-Ford Area School District pledges to provide a safe and enriching learning environment, one which strives to lead each and every student down the path of life-long success. Keys to fostering such a learning environment include providing students a wide variety of programs and opportunities, the efforts of a dedicated staff, and the strong support of parents and the community.

Click here to locate the student handbook. If you should need a hard copy of the handbook, please contact your grade level house office.

This handbook is a valuable resource for students and parents. I cannot understate how important it is for students and parents to become familiar with the policies, procedures, rules, and regulations included within these pages. However, it is possible this handbook may not resolve all situations that arise during the course of the school year. If you have a concern that is not adequately or clearly addressed within these pages, you are encouraged to contact your house principal, counselor, or teacher.