Aug. 27, 2026

Students and staff kick off 2026-2027 school year 💙

SPS opened its doors to over 24,000 students on Aug. 25.


Welcome #BacktoSPS! All SPS students began the school year on Tuesday, Aug. 25. Thanks to the hard work of Team SPS throughout the summer, schools were prepared for a successful start to the school year. Share your back to school photos with us using #BacktoSPS.

Seven early childhood programs earn highest DESE recognition

Fulbright, Shady Dell, Harrison, Truman, Weaver, Wilder and the Study Nursery were recognized by DESE for demonstrating consistent practices aligned to Missouri's early learning standards.

Free and reduced meals application now open

There's still time to apply for free and reduced meals for the 2026-2027 school year! Completing the application helps ensure your child has access to nutritious meals each day and it may allow your family to access additional support. The process is simple and confidential.

2026 SPS U and Open House schedule released

Dates and times for SPS University and Open Houses have been finalized.

Schools will use ParentSquare to communicate with grades 6-12 and K-8 campuses

Beginning in 2026-2027, students in grades 6-12 and students at K-8 campuses will receive updates from their teacher and school with the ParentSquare app. Review the FAQs on this page to get started.

I Choose SPS: Kaylyn Staats, Liability and Risk Manager

"I've always believed growth happens when we're willing to step outside of what's comfortable. I chose SPS because I was ready to grow. At its core, I think that's what SPS is all about: growing people. We give our students opportunities to learn, grow, discover what they're capable of, and prepare for what's next. And SPS does that for its employees, too. SPS has given me the opportunity to grow, the trust to lead and the encouragement to keep getting better. I'm incredibly grateful I chose SPS."

 


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