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Springboro Junior High Newsletter
October 18, 2026
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Calendar
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October 19- Teacher Inservice- No School for Students
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October 20-23- Fall break
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October 28- Sandy Hook Lesson #3
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October 28- D.C. Parent Meeting for current 8th grade parents/chaperones already signed up for trip.
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November 3- No School/Staff in-service
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November 11- Vetran's Day
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November 17- Picture retakes
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November 25-27- Fall Break/Thanksgiving
Springboro Schools 2026-2027 Academic School Calendar
District Event Calendar 26-27
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Student Safety Reporting
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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Athletics Message
Families can follow our official Athletic Department accounts for schedules, results, student-athlete recognition, important updates, and everything happening across Panther Athletics:
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Junior High Boys Basketball
WE are off next week for Fall Break - no open gyms!
Upcoming Open Gyms:
Monday, Oct.26 / Wednesday, Oct. 28 / Monday, Nov. 2nd / Wednesday Nov. 4
7th Grade 7:00 - 8:00 pm / 8th Grade 8:00 - 9:00 pm (At Springboro Junior High)
Tryouts
7th Grade will try out on Friday, Nov. 6th and Saturday, Nov. 7th. These times will be announced soon.
8th Grade will try out on Monday, Nov. 9th and Tuesday, Nov. 10th. These times will be announced soon.
***You must have a physical on file to try out. It must be up to date!
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Share Your Naming Ideas
The district is in the process of determining a name for the new PK-2 elementary school that will be built on the Easton Farm site.
Your feedback is a valuable part of the process. Please share your input by completing this form!
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Technology Updates
Thank you for helping students adjust to using district-issued devices this year. In addition to their Chromebooks and chargers, all students have also received a privacy cover for their device webcams.
Now that we are a few weeks into the year, all students should be establishing routines with their devices. Please help remind your student to fully charge their device each evening and bring it with them to school each day. Devices should be fully closed when not in use.
If your student experiences any tech issues with their device, they should bring it to the library as soon as possible so that the problem can be diagnosed and corrected, or a loaner device can be issued. Please email Mrs. Morgan if you have any questions.
Mmorgan@springboro.org
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Homework Help
Homework Help will begin on September 8th from 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. in Mrs. Jordan's room 148. Homework Help will be Monday through Thursday every week.
This is a great way to have dedicated time to do your homework with access to a teacher. You must have a ride home and must have homework to do. Any questions? Please see Mrs. Jordan.
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Abre & ProgressBook ParentAccess
Springboro Schools helps families access important student information such as testing results and academic progress through two platforms: Abre and ProgressBook ParentAccess. Returning Springboro families should already have access to both platforms. Families of kindergarten students and students who are new to the district will receive an email in early September with login and registration information for both Abre and ProgressBook ParentAccess. The email will include the information families need to connect their account to their student’s school information, including a registration key or family token code.
If you do not receive this information by Friday, September 4, please contact our Technology Help Desk at borohelpdesk@springboro.org.
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Drop-Off and Pick-Up Guidelines
To ensure the safety of our students/staff and maintain an efficient traffic flow, please review and follow the designated traffic pattern illustrated in the diagram below. Adhering to these instructions helps keep the queue moving smoothly while also keeping everyone safe.
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SJHS Yearbook
Submit Pictures for the 2026-27 Junior High Yearbook!! Yearbook Snap is a great way to submit your photos for a chance to be included in the yearbook. The yearbook staff would like to include pictures of Springboro Sporting events, after-school clubs, and field trips. Photos taken in class will not be considered. Download the free app to a cell phone. Password: BoroJH2627
ORDER!!! Springboro Junior High yearbooks for the 2026-27 school year are on sale now for $35. The price will increase after Winter Break! Link: yearbookforever.com
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Registration Gateway
The Back-to-School Registration Gateway is now open for 2026-2027. Parents must access and complete all annual forms required to be electronically signed each school year. This also allows you to review the information that the school has on file for your student(s), update medical and/or contact information and provide persons authorized to sign your student out of school if needed.
The District requires this information to be completed as soon as possible each school year and no later than September 30th.
As a reminder, completion of these forms is a requirement for any student to attend school field trips.
Parents/guardians should log in to the system through their youngest student to update all students in the family.
Username - Youngest's Student ID (omit the word "go" if listed in ID)
Password - Date of Birth (MMDDYYYY)*
*8-Digit Birthdate, No Dashes/Slashes, No Spaces
Then, follow the prompts to input your demographics, emergency contacts, medical information, acceptable use policy, media release, etc.
Address changes cannot be updated in the "Current Student Registration Gateway."
If you have an address change or any other questions for a Junior High School student, please contact Denise Swope at dswope@springboro.org
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Sandy Hook Promise
The State of Ohio has two laws that require schools to provide educational opportunities focused on the importance of emotional and physical safety of students and staff. To create safe and supportive learning environments in Springboro Junior High School, we will be focusing throughout the year on Erin’s Law and House Bill 123 (Safety and Violence Education, SAVE Our Students Act).
Under HB123, students in grades 6-12 are required to receive one hour of instruction in social inclusion, one hour of instruction in violence prevention, and one hour of instruction in suicide prevention per school year. These topics are crucial for fostering a safe and supportive learning environment, promoting positive relationships among students, and equipping them with the knowledge and skills to navigate challenges they will face throughout their lives.
The Third lesson on suicide prevention will be take place on October 28th. We will be utilizing resources from the Sandy Hook Promise.
ABOUT SANDY HOOK PROMISE
Sandy Hook Promise is a national nonprofit organization led by several family members who lost loved ones at the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting on December 14, 2012. Our sole purpose is to prevent gun violence so that no other parent experiences the senseless, horrific, and preventable loss of their child.
Sandy Hook Promise prevents gun violence by teaching adults and youth how to recognize the signs and signals of individuals who may be at-risk of hurting themselves or others, and how to intervene to get them help. We train youth and adults, at no cost, in four evidence-based “Know the Signs” programs. For more information on Sandy Hook Promise, please visit: www.sandyhookpromise.org.
We recognize parents play a vital role in their child’s education and we value your partnership. We believe that working together with families creates the most supportive environment for our students. However, we understand families may have different comfort levels with this subject matter. If you do not wish for your child to participate in these lessons, please click HERE. If you have further questions, please contact Leslie Christofano at lchristofano@springboro.org
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School Fees
School Fees have been uploaded once all schedule changes are finalized onto student accounts. School fees can be paid online via PaySchools Central, or in person via check or cash. Checks should be made out to Springboro Junior High School and turned into Mrs. Swope in the attendance office.
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Reporting an Absence
If reporting an absence for a student, you may email the attendance office at SJH_Attendance@springboro.org or call 937-748-3953 and select option one. Our district attendance policy can be found here.
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The 2026-2027 Junior High PTP board:
President: Tricia Davis
Vice President: Katie Petschen
Treasurer: Kailyn Forthofer
Secretary: Stacy Hopkins and Shannon Rogers
Email: SJHPTP@gmail.com
Future Meeting Dates:
October 29, 2026 @ 9:30
November 19, 2026 @ 9:30
December 10, 2026 @ 9:30
Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year! The JH PTP has BIG goals to make this year the best one yet! We will post meeting dates soon!
Check out our Facebook page HERE for more information!
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A Message from the Nurse
Dear Parents and Guardians,
SJHS is looking forward to a healthy and happy 26/27 school year. Here is a Link with important information from the school and district nurse!
If you have a doctor’s note, a diagnosis of illness is helpful to track and monitor illness during the school year. Reminder: the excused absence is based on the date(s) provided on the medical note.
Please reach out to Mrs. Striebel at 937-748- 6051 or at jstriebel@springboro.org if you have any questions.
Attention Parents for 2026-27 School Year of 7th Grade Students
The Ohio Department of Health mandates immunizations necessary for students attending school in Ohio. The Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis (Tdap) Booster and the 1st Meningococcal (MCV4) Vaccines are requirements for 7th graders.
The record or waiver can be sent to immunizations7@springboro.org.
You may also fax it to 937-748-3956.
Thank you in advance for submitting the requested documentation as soon as possible. For questions, please contact Bronwyn Patterson, District Nurse, at bpatterson@springboro.org. Thank you!
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Lunch Information
Lunch Grades 7-12
Tier 1 - $2.75
Tier 2 - $3.25
Tier 3 - $3.75
Reduced $0.00 (all meal tiers)
Bibibop Asian Grill $5.25
Meal payments may be made on-line through PaySchools Central. Cash or check (payable to Springboro Food Service Department) is also accepted. Free and reduced meal applications are available online, and money can now be transferred between sibling’s meal accounts on PaySchools Central as well.
Interactive 2026/27 menu here
PDF Version
If you would like to add restrictions to your student’s account, please email karmour@springboro.org. More information regarding restrictions can be found here.
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Free and Reduced Meals Application
Free and Reduced Meals Application
Families who believe they qualify for the Free/Reduced Meal program will need to fill out our online application for approval. Our online application is the fastest way to qualify for the Free/Reduced Meal program. Families have to fill out an application every school year for their student(s) to receive benefits.
Click Here to Fill Out Our Online Application for the Free/Reduced Meal Program
If you would prefer to fill out a paper application, please return a completed form to Kelsey Armour at Springboro Central Office - 1685 S Main Street, Springboro, OH 45066.
If you are currently approved for the Free/Reduced Meal Program, you would have thirty (30) school days to submit a new application before your benefits expire from last school year.
Food Allergy/Special Dietary Needs Form
Does your student have a Food Allergy/Intolerance or Special Dietary needs? If you have not previously filled out our form, we need you to fill out a Special Diet and Food Allergy Accommodation Form for any student that has a food allergy, special diet or needs a food substitution or accommodation within their school lunch. This does not need to be filled out annually, only when/if information changes. This is different from the Allergy Emergency Action Plan.
We do need this filled out EVEN if you have provided this information previously to your school nurse in another way, such as through registration gateway.
Please submit this form to either Kelsey Armour or your building clinic nurse.
Check out everything you need to know about this form and some FAQs HERE.
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I Want to Communicate with My Child's Teacher
They want to communicate with you too! Teachers will set up their Google Classrooms, or Progress Book platforms once school starts. Please ask your student to show you where their assignments and due dates are posted. Should you have any questions, please call the front office and leave a message. You will receive a reply within 24 hours. The link to the district email directory is below. You are also welcome to send an email.
Click HERE for a link to the district staff email directory.
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Previous Announcements
To view past Junior High Principal Updates, please visit the Junior High main webpage and scroll down the right hand side of the page.
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District Safety
As a district, we are committed to responding to any threat toward a safe school environment. We have a wonderful partnership with the City of Springboro and Clearcreek Township. Our District Crisis Team assesses safety protocols regularly, and we remain in constant communication, as needed, with our two (2) School Resource Officers (SROs), as well as the officers of the Springboro PD and Clearcreek Twp. Police Officers will continue to periodically walk through our school buildings, along with our full-time SROs, throughout the school year.
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PeachJar is an electronic flyer communication tool that will send you emails regarding important PTP information and other district and community updates. Register for PeachJar.
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