Welcome to Springboro Schools' E-News District Newsletter
Springboro Schools' E-News is Distributed Every Other Week
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District Calendar
May 11 - Board of Education Meeting, 6:00pm (@CO)
May 14 - SHS Senior Car Parade, 11:00am (@SHS)
May 17 - SHS Senior Awards, 6:00pm (@SHS)
May 18 - 1 Hr. Early Release, All School Buildings
May 21 - SHS Graduation, 6:00pm (@UD Arena)
May 25 - Board of Education Meeting, 6:00pm (@SHS)
May 26 - End of 4th Quarter, Last Day of School
May 30 - Memorial Day
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Dennis Elementary Class Video Chats with Students in Bangladesh
Students in Mrs. Covey’s 5th Grade class at Dennis Elementary had a unique opportunity today to speak with students at the Bashgari No. 1 Government Primary School located in Bangladesh.
As part of a series originally called, “Mystery Skypes,” Mrs. Covey’s class takes part in a global guessing game between classes all around the world. Given the wider use of Google Meet/Zoom, these video chats are referred to as “Mystery Meets” by Mrs. Covey’s students.
Students from each class meet up in a video call and try to guess each other's location through a series of yes/no questions. In addition, the students learn more about other individuals from across the globe. Mrs. Covey will have her students research the country the students are from, then go over what was learned after the video chat.
The Dennis Elementary students spoke with 5th Grade students in Raihana Haque’s class. Each class would take turns asking a question, then answering. Once it was known where the schools were located, the students asked further questions about one another. The questions from the students in Bangladesh included, “What are common jobs in your area?” “What is your favorite food?” “What do you expect as a nice Christmas gift?” and “Are cows sacred in the United States?” Mrs. Covey’s students learned that the children at Bashgari No. 1 attend school Saturdays through Thursdays (9:30a - 4:00p), with Friday serving as their “weekend,” and that their special customs are the Bengali New Year, as well as their language movement.
This is not the first “Mystery Meet” held by Mrs. Covey, as her classes have also spoken with schools in Amsterdam, Denmark, France, Peru, and Senegal. Next week, on Thursday, May 12, Mrs. Covey’s 4th Grade class will be speaking to another school in a certain country, but (shhh!) it must be kept a mystery!
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How Can I Get the Vaccine? |
Find out if you are eligible to receive the vaccine and visit ODH's website to book your appointment today.
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COVID-19 Call Team & Appointments |
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Enlisting SHS Seniors Recognized at Military Signing Day Ceremony
The Springboro High School (SHS) Purple Star Committee hosted “SHS Military Signing Day.” Twelve (12) enlisting seniors from the Class of 2022 were proudly recognized at the ceremony held in the SHS Auditorium. Among those in attendance were family members of the students, staff, Principal Kyle Martin, Superintendent Larry Hook, Mayor John Agenbroad, and Warren County Veterans Service Commissioner Jerry Ferris who served as the ceremony’s guest speaker. Last year, a Proclamation was read by Mayor Agenbroad announcing May as Military Appreciation Month in the City of Springboro.
Lt. Col. Todd Berrier (USAF, Ret), SHS Senior Aerospace Science Instructor, AFJROTC, read the opening remarks, and introduced each enlisting senior to the stage. MSgt. Michael Thiergart (USAF, Ret), Aerospace Science Instructor, AFJROTC, was also in attendance.
Below are the names of each SHS enlisting senior:
Chase Bitner (Air Force), Benjamin Blackburn (Marines), Michael Eldred (Navy), Aiden Hoffmann (Air Force), Katelyn Kauscher (Air Force), Gabe Kilgore (Air Force), Grace Noble (US Naval Academy), Scott Pierson (Marines), Megan Simons (Air Force), Landen Stitzel (Air Force), Colton Woodruff (Navy), and Avery Wrench (Air Force)
Clearcreek, Dennis, and Five Points Elementary, as well as Springboro Junior High School (SJHS), and SHS have all been recognized has Purple Star Award recipients by the Ohio Department of Education (ODE). Springboro Intermediate is currently in progress to achieve this honor.
Thank you to our enlisting seniors for their willingness to serve our great nation!
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SHS Graduation - Web Stream |
The SHS Graduating Class of 2022 will hold its 129th Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 21 at 6:00pm at the University of Dayton Arena. Further details will be sent to SHS Seniors and their families.
The event will be live streamed:
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Springboro High School (SHS) will hold its annual Senior Car Parade on Saturday, May 14 at 11:00am at Springboro High School.
Deck out your car, bring family, bring friends, and be ready to cruise on through SHS where teachers and staff will be on hand to show their support!
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SHS Students’ Work Featured in Congressional Institute Art Competition
Four (4) Springboro High School (SHS) students were recently featured in an art competition sponsored by the Congressional Institute. "An Artistic Discovery," a nationwide high school visual art competition sponsored by the Congressional Institute, aims to showcase the artistic talents of high school students. This annual competition is open to students in grades 9-12 who are residents of Ohio's First Congressional District.
The show was held in Cincinnati, Ohio and is sponsored and endorsed under the direction of Congressman Steve Chabot who is partially headquartered in Washington, D.C. and locally in Lebanon, Ohio with a district office in Cincinnati.
SHS Sophomores Nithya Gatla and Chelsea Moscynski, as well as SHS Juniors Keira Warren and Katie Roush had their work featured in the art competition.
Nithya Gatla’s piece “Elephant” received the most votes in all of Warren County. As a result, Ms. Gatla’s work will remain in Mr. Chabot’s office for one year.
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Five Points' Junior Optimist Club Raises
$4,600 for Alex's Lemonade Stand
The Five Points Elementary Junior Optimist Club has been busy taking on a good cause! This group of dedicated students have been hosting fundraisers for "Alex’s Lemonade Stand," a National organization which raises money for pediatric cancer research.
Earlier this Spring, the students had a booth at the Springboro Business Expo where they raised over $500. Recently, the students held a building-wide “Penny Wars,“ where grade levels competed against one another to raise the most funds.
In just four (4) days, students at Five Points Elementary raised $4,100 during their "Penny War!!!"
All total, the Junior Optimist Club will be making a donation to "Alex’s Lemonade Stand" in the amount of $4,600. What a wonderful show of community and generosity!
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Brian Bales Introduced to Springboro Community at “Meet the Coach” Night
On Monday, May 9, the Springboro community had the pleasure of formally meeting Coach Bales at a “Meet the Coach” event held in Domino’s Gymnasium at SHS, home of the Springboro Panthers.
Originally scheduled to be hosted in the SHS Media Center, the “Meet the Coach” night was moved to Domino’s Gymnasium due to the expected large number of attendees. All current, former, and future Springboro Panthers, as well as their families, were invited to attend and welcome Coach Bales to the Springboro community.
With his family by his side, Coach Bales spoke to the crowd of students, parents, and community members Monday night, expressing his excitement to be joining Springboro Schools. "We are beyond excited to be bringing in Brian Bales as the next Head Basketball Coach,” said Austin Rhoads, Springboro Schools’ Athletic Director. "Brian's coaching accomplishments are outweighed by the impact that he has made on young people. He is a culture builder, a leader, and a role model that we expect to rejuvenate our program."
Brian Bales will serve as the district's Coordinator of Behavior and Intervention Services for K-12, in addition to being the Head Boys’ Basketball Coach. “Brian Bales will not just have an impact on the court, but in our classrooms and our community as a whole,” said Superintendent Larry Hook. “Brian brings a culture of positivity, and we look forward to seeing the impact he has on our students as the Coordinator of Behavior and Intervention Services.”
Bales comes to Springboro after leading the Franklin Wildcats program since 2007. During his tenure at Franklin, Coach Bales recorded a 267-120 record, including 10 Southwest Buckeye League Championships. Bales has been named District 15 Coach of the Year three times (2012, 2014, 2015), AP Division II Coach of the Year twice (2012, 2015), and OHSCBA Coach of the Year (2015).
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Springboro Schools & the City
of Springboro Celebrate Arbor Day
Students from Clearcreek Elementary assisted the City of Springboro on planting one (1) Red Maple tree near the playground at their school in celebration of Arbor Day. 1st Grade students joined Principal Carrie Corder for the ceremony.
Springboro City Council member and Deputy Mayor Becky Iverson read a proclamation announcing on behalf of the City of Springboro. City Manager Chris Pozzuto joined other School and City staff members for the event.
This marks Springboro’s 26th year of being designated a Tree City USA by the National Arbor Foundation.
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Area Progress Council of Warren County Awards Two Springboro Teachers as Project Excellence Winners
Beth Andrews (Left), Amy Pelletier (Right)
Congratulations to teachers Amy Pelletier (Five Points Elementary) and Beth Andrews (Springboro High School) on being recognized as Project Excellence Award winners. The Project Excellence Committee of the Area Progress Council (APC) of Warren County, Inc. seeks to recognize and honor excellent teachers within the public schools in Warren County.
This was the 35th year Area Progress Council’s Project Excellence Program identified, recognized and rewarded public educators in Warren County, Ohio schools. Community members in Springboro were given the opportunity this past February to nominate educators in the district for the Project Excellence Award. The awards were announced on May 4th at the APC’s annual event hosted by the Warren County Career Center.
Thank you to the Springboro community for nominating these great educators and identifying exceptional educators in Springboro Schools who demonstrate excellence in instruction.
Amy Pelletier and Beth Andrews are both great examples of innovative teachers who have worked hard to pioneer a teaching method in their classrooms.
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Now Hiring Bus Drivers - Apply Now
$1,500 Sign On Bonus - $20.03/Hr. w Benefits - Paid CDL Training
As a district, we are committed to providing high-quality, safe transportation services that accommodate the various academic and extracurricular needs of our students. If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a bus driver, please visit our Transportation Dept. webpage.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the district's
Transportation Dept. at 937-550-8777 or by email.
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Springboro Schools is hiring a Mechanic in its Transportation Dept. $23.74/Hour with experience in truck/bus mechanics and a Valid Class B Commercial Driver's license with Bus Driver endorsement, or ability to obtain one.
Be a part of Springboro Schools and apply today!
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District's COVID-19 Data Dashboard
State of Ohio Updated Health Policies
Based on the State of Ohio’s updated health policies, K-12 Schools in Ohio are no longer required to report COVID-19 cases to their local health departments. According to the Ohio Department of Health (ODH), school districts will only need to report cases if the school tested a student for COVID-19 and the result was positive.
Moving forward, Springboro Schools will follow this latest ODH guidance. As a result, the COVID-19 Dashboard will no longer be updated/posted to the district website. Our archives from the 2021-2022 school year will remain available for view. If guidance from the State of Ohio, ODH, or the Warren County Health District were to change, our district will adjust accordingly and communicate any updates to our district families.
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Dell Promotion for Springboro Graduates
Dell is running a graduation promotion for Springboro students.
On the home page, the grad offer details are listed on the rotating banner. If you scroll down, Dell has 8 recommended laptops with the offer listed.
You also click “view the deals” to see all of the products and the discounts offered on those (they won’t have the warranty/gift card offer, but there are some great deals there).
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Student Health Services
As a reminder, Springboro Schools has a dedicated Student Health Services Web Page. Each of our schools has a Registered Nurse (RN) in the school clinic. Their goal is to promote health services and education for all students. Educational outcomes for students are impacted by physical, social, and emotional health, and our school nurses serve as liaisons between education and health care, linking the school, home, and community.
Healthy children make better students and better students make healthy communities. You can find all school health forms under the Student Health Forms page, as well as parent guides and resources on our COVID-19 page.
Student Health Services Staff:
District Nurse
SI Clinic Nurse
(937) 748-6054
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SHS Clinic Nurse
(937) 748-6025
Junior High Clinic Nurse
(937) 748-3953 Ext. 2401
SI Clinic Nurse
(937) 748-6052
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Five Points Clinic Nurse
(937) 748-6093
Dennis Clinic Nurse
(937) 748-6073
Clearcreek Clinic Nurse
(937) 748-3958
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Area Eligibility On Free/Reduced Meals
for 2022-2023 School Year - UPDATED
The statewide area eligibility for meal distribution, stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, will no longer be free for students beginning July 1, 2022.
Parents/Guardians who feel their family will still qualify for free/reduced meals passed July 1, 2022 will have to submit a new application (paper or online via PaySchools). The application for 2022-23 will not be available until after July 1, 2022. Springboro Schools will share this link when available.
Those students currently eligible for free/reduced meals will carry over for the first 30 days of school in the fall. After that, without a new approved application on file, the benefit will be cut off. Lunch prices for students with a free/reduced meal plan will again be $0.40. Paid lunch prices have not been determined yet, as the Federal reimbursements rates for fiscal year 2023 have not yet been announced. The free reimbursement rate information is needed to assist in setting paid student lunch prices.
Under the current guidance, lunches served to ALL students will be at no cost for the 2021-2022 school year up to June 30, 2022. Details are listed below, as to the specifics on what constitutes a school lunch under this policy.
Lunch at No Cost Includes:
Grades 1 – 8: Entree, grain, choice of 2 different vegetables, 1 fruit & milk
Grades 9 – 12: Entree, grain, choice of 2 different vegetables, choice of 2 different fruits & milk.
Students must select a minimum of 1 fruit or vegetable + 2 other items to be considered a lunch meal. Students are encouraged to take all 5 components (entree, grain, fruit, vegetable & milk). All students will be charged for ala carte purchases, just as they always have been.
Families are still encouraged to submit free/reduced meal applications to ensure that they do not lose their free/reduced status at the conclusion of this statewide policy. This is very important, as funding for this statewide policy will expire on June 30, 2022.
This policy is effective immediately and remains in effect until June 30, 2022, or until expiration of the federally declared public health emergency or until funding is depleted, whichever is earlier.
937-748-3950 (x4664)
Lost or Misplaced P-EBT Cards: If a family has accidentally thrown away the P-EBT card or has lost the card, the family should call Conduent (the P-EBT card vendor) at 1-866-386-3071 to request a replacement if the card is lost, stolen or damaged.
It is the same process SNAP customers do to replace the Ohio Direction EBT card. When the family calls, their old card will be locked, and a new card will be mailed to them. If the family finds their lost card, they will not be able to use it once they have reported it lost or stolen.
The family will have to wait to receive the replacement card in the mail, which can take 7-10 days. Additional information to share with families on how to replace a lost or misplaced card is available on the P-EBT website.
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SCAC Continuing to Help Community Families In Need
Springboro Schools will continue providing meals to families on a routine basis, during the school year. Students who are on Free/Reduced Lunch or apart of the “Boro Backpack Program” will still be able to receive food thanks to the Springboro Community Assistance Center (SCAC). Springboro Schools has been in contact directly with these families, regarding details on food pickup and distribution.
Free/Reduced Lunch with Springboro Schools:
Mondays (3:00 - 4:00pm)*
Springboro Community Assistance Center (SCAC)
1629 S. Main St. Springboro, OH 45066
Perishable, Meats, Dairy, Cleaning Supplies, & Boxed Food Only
Please know the SCAC is here to help all families that are in need. We understand there are a lot of families that have not used a food pantry before, and this can be uncomfortable, at first.
Also, the Springboro Community Assistance Center (SCAC) will provide further details on their Facebook page.
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If you believe your child is being bullied, harassed, or you suspect any type of suspicious behavior, contact your child’s principal or report the incident through our Student Safety Reporting System.
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Student Safety Reporting App |
This is tied to the same safety reporting system used by Springboro Schools.
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The Treasurer’s Department oversees the financial operations of the entire district, including payroll of more than 600 employees. The Treasurer operates as the Chief Financial Officer and reports to the Board of Education.
Did you know? Springboro Schools implemented a Cost Containment plan during Fiscal Year 2020 (FY20), that is projected to save nearly 5 million over 4 years.
The District currently spends 27% less per child than the state average, and 40% less than similar Districts. Even with continued cost containment efforts, the district anticipates deficit spending annually.
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Interested in learning more?
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PeachJar is an electronic flyer communication tool that will send you emails regarding important PTO information. In addition, you can learn about other district and community updates from around our area, as well as important educational resources. |
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Share Your Story Idea
Have a story idea? Share it with Springboro Schools!
While we prefer to know about events or activities before they happen, we still encourage you to share your story afterwards. Please send us a summary of what occurred and any photos you may have taken by e-mail to the Communications Coordinator, or by filling out a Story Idea Submission Form.
Cell phone photos are acceptable, however we prefer them to be horizontal and at least 1024 x 768 pixels. Low quality, or out-of-focus photos, run the risk of not being usable. Please note, if you send the district photos, any students visible in the photos must have a signed media release on file for the current school year. The main office in any school building will have this information.
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