Snyder Park will empower staff, students, and families to engage in the growth and development of students as future leaders.
Snyder Park Elementary
Mission Statement
Vision Statement
Snyder Park strives to be goal oriented, empowered, and successful leaders.
School W.I.G.'s
School W.I.G #1: Snyder Park will increase the percentage of students (K-6) reaching their stretch growth from 22% to at least 33% by the end of the school year.
School W.I.G. #2: Snyder Park students will increase the number of student-led experiences from 0 to 2 by the end of the 24-25 school year.
Important Dates:
August 14th: Open House 4-5:30pm
August 18th: Grades 1-9 First day of school
August 20th: Kindergarten First day of school
Haitian Heritage Month
Haitian Heritage Month is an annual celebration in the United States, taking place in May, that recognizes and honors the rich history, culture, and contributions of the Haitian people. It's an expansion of Haitian Flag Day which, is celebrated on May 18th. Please visit this link for more information about Haiti.
Message from Principal Sledge:
As this school year comes to an end, I congratulate everyone for their contribution in making this year a success. The commitment to excellence from our staff, parents, and students has allowed us to finish the year strong. During summer break, please remember that it is important to continue to focus on your education so that you are prepared for the 2025-26 school year.
Have a fun and safe summer!
~Mr. Sledge
Summer Tips for Parents
Children have more free time in the summer, which allows parents to create stronger connections and keep their children engaged. Below are some tips that can be used over the summer months to keep your family active and having fun. (from Kumon.com)
Schedule fun: Together with your children, create a summer list of activities that your family would like to do together. Put it on a calendar... this will give them something to look forward to.
Resist the urge to over schedule: Having a routine is important, but it's also important to allow time for unstructured downtime.
Set aside time each day to do something fun with your child(ren): The smallest activities can have the largest impact.
Encourage your child(ren) to try something new this summer: New activities encourage brain development and build your child's focus and creativity.
Limit technology: Get outside and play. If it's too late- replace the screen with reading and trips to the library. Books open the imagination and creativity in every child.
Create structure and set boundaries: In the summer months, children are freed from the structure of school but they need the security of knowing that some things will remain the same.
Snyder Park Second Semester Plan Data
At Snyder Park we will increase the number of students (K-6) reaching their stretch growth from 22% to at least 33% and our student-led experiences will also increase from 0 to 2 by the end of the school year.
Our school wide attendance goal is for 93% of our students to attend school regularly. In September, we had 88.75% attend, October 92.46%, November 92%, December 90.33%, January 85.5%, February 85.5%, March 88%, April 91.5%, and May 90.5%.
We have added a writing focus to our second semester goals. Please encourage your student(s) to write at home throughout the summer months. Click here for a video on how to encourage your student(s) to write. Click here to help your student write a sentence and click here to help your student write a paragraph.
Please click this link to view our second semester plan goals.
Check out some of our data boards.
i-Ready Math
As a school, 28% of our students met stretch growth and 58% met typical growth on our end of year assessments.
i-Ready Reading
As a school, 27% of our students met stretch growth and 59% met typical growth on our end of year assessments.
April Attendance Winners
Week 1: Third grade, 94%
Week 2: Third grade, 95.8%
Week 3: Third grade, 96%
Week 4: Third grade, 92%
Week 5: Fourth grade, 95%
District News
The Health Center at Springfield High is up and running! It is located on the lower level of the High School with the main entrance behind the football stands. The Health Center will provide sick office visits, routine health screenings, updated vaccines, and counseling services. Any Springfield City School student with guardian consent can be seen and will be given priority. This facility is also a service for family members and SCSD staff. Appointments can be made by calling 937-717-2578. If a student is ill while at school they will need their school nurse to help decide if a sick appointment is needed and if so the nurse will help the family make arrangements. All major insurances accepted. Discounted services are available for those who qualify. Please click here for more information.
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten registration is now open for the 2025-26 school year. Please click here to register your Kindergarten student now!
Summer In The SCSD
Stay busy this summer with fun activities in the SCSD, please visit this link for additional information about fun activities and our summer food program.
Leader in Me!
This summer, help your student sharpen their saw by practicing key elements of each Leader in Me habit at home!
Habit 1: Be Proactive (I'm Responsible for Me)
Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind (Have a Plan)
Habit 3: Put First Things First (Work First, Then Play)
Habit 4: Think Win-Win (Everyone Can Win)
Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood (Listen Before You Talk)
Habit 6: Synergize (Together Is Better)
Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw (Balance Feels Best)
May Artist of the Month
Sydney U. is an ambitious young artist that isn't afraid to try new things. She comes from a very creative family whose home life is full of artistic and musical expression. She enjoys creating her own characters and has a very strong sense of artistic style!
Counselor's Corner
April Leaders of the Month
Snyder Park students who show exemplary leadership qualities can be chosen by their teachers as the Leader of the Month. Leaders of the month will get their picture taken and posted within the school, a certificate, and their families are invited to a celebratory breakfast of light refreshments here at Snyder Park. Congratulations to our April Leaders of the Month!
KG: Sadaelle& Luna 1st: Neymar, Adalynn & I'Laya 2nd: Beau & Malachi 3rd: Ayden & Kathryn 4th: Diamond & Issael 5th: Hunter, Anabell & Naidelyn 6th: Marxondy & Ryan
Snyder Park Events
On Thursday, April 17th, Parent Club hosted our Snyder Park Family Skate Night from 6-8pm. Thank you to everyone who joined us!
On April 24th, we enjoyed our Wildcat Family Fun Night. Thank you to everyone who came!
April 25th was our Snyder Park Talent Show. All participants did an excellent job!
On April 28th, we kicked off our Acadience and i-Ready testing with a school parade!
On April 29th, Fourth grade went on a field trip to Carillon Park. The image to the right was printed on a Poco proof press manufactured in the 1920's by the Horace Hacker Co. in Chicago, IL.
May 2nd was our Spring Concert. Great job to all grade levels who participated. Thank you to all families who were able to come and support!
Our Kindergarten classrooms released their butterflies on May 8th.
Our Family Festival was a ton of fun! Thank you to everyone who came out to enjoy!!
On May 14th, our students and staff enjoyed Field Day.
First grade learned about the life cycle of baby chicks and even had their own chicks hatch in their classrooms.
First grade created their own pizza factory!
Our sixth grade walkout was May 19th. Congratulations Sixth grade!!
Our sixth grade families showed up to celebrate their students recognition ceremony! Thank you parents!
Laugh With Us!
What do you get when you combine an elephant with a fish?
Swimming trunks!
Why do fish swim in salt water?
Because pepper water would make them sneeze!
What kind of tree fits in your hand?
A palm tree!
Shout Outs and Celebrations!
Thank you to all of our amazing teachers! May 5th-9th was teacher appreciation week.
May 1st was Principal Appreciation Day. Thank you Mr. Sledge for leading our incredible Snyder Park Family!
For staff members who will not be with us next year, thank you for your hard work and dedication to Snyder Park!
Congratulations to our Retirees!
Parent Club
If you have any questions, please call the main office at 937-505-4430 and leave a message for our Parent Club. If you would like more information on how to become a volunteer, please click here.
In fourth quarter, parent club has assisted with: field trip admissions, teacher appreciation week, Administrative Professional and Principal Appreciation Day, Sharpen Your Saw Family Festival, Family Skate Night, Sixth grade t-shirts, and snacks for 6th grade celebration.