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
Please see below for the proposals that we are discussing for our goals next school year.
Proposed W.I.G.'s for 2025-2026 academic year:
School W.I.G. #1:
Snyder Park will accelerate student achievement by increasing the percentage of students demonstrating at least one year's growth in reading and math by at least 10%, through consistent, high-quality Tier One instruction in every classroom as measured through district assessments.
School W.I.G. #2:
Snyder Park will empower students by providing opportunities for at least four student-led events throughout the year, creating meaningful chances for every grade level to participate and thrive.
School W.I.G. #3:
Snyder Park will increase the student average annual attendance rate from 89% to at least 93% through consistent implementation of Tier One attendance supports by the final student day of the 2025-2026 academic year.
Important Dates:
July 4th: 4th of July Holiday
August 14th: Open House 4-5:30pm
August 18th: Grades 1-9 First day of school
August 18th-19th: Kindergarten Screening
August 20th: Kindergarten First day of school
Message from Principal Sledge:
I hope you are staying safe and enjoying your summer break! Consistent two way communication between Snyder Park and our families at home is very important to us. Please continue to check your email so that you can stay up-to-date on all things Snyder Park. We are still celebrating the growth that our students showed last school year! Throughout the summer months, we encourage you to celebrate that victory and be prepared to accomplish even more growth in the 2025-2026 school year! We are so proud of our students, families, and staff and are excited to see you all in August. Please view the link below to view a reflection of our 2024-2025 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) Click here for lots of summer fun suggestions and here for fun summer recipes you can create together.
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. 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.
***Announcement***
You will be informed of your child's homeroom teacher during our Open House on Thursday, August 14th, 4-5:30p.m.
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! Talk with your student about Leader in Me and what they learned during the 2024/25 school year. Use The 7 Habits and The Five Core Paradigms below to spark your conversation.
Habit 1: Be Proactive (I'm Responsible for Me): Take responsibility for your choices and behaviors.
Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind (Have a Plan): Think about how you would like something to turn out before you get started.
Habit 3: Put First Things First (Work First, Then Play): Decide what is most important and take care of that first.
Habit 4: Think Win-Win (Everyone Can Win): Believe that everyone can win.
Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood (Listen Before You Talk): It is better to listen first and talk second.
Habit 6: Synergize (Together Is Better): When two or more people work together to create a better solution that either would have thought of alone.
Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw (Balance Feels Best): Have balance in your life.
There are five core paradigms that are the foundation for Leader in Me:
Everyone can be a leader- Recognize that you are a leader. Reflect on your strengths and the strengths of your family members.
Everyone has genius- Ask your child what their unique genius is.
Change starts with me- Discuss how each member of the family has shown personal responsibility for their actions and choices.
Empower students to lead their own learning- Empower your student at home to be "in charge" of their learning experience by asking questions rather than just always giving them the answer.
Educators and families partner to develop the whole person- Reflect on how you take care of your mind, body, heart, and spirit and share that with other members of your family.
Laugh With Us!
What do you call a Labrador retriever at the beach in August?
A hot dog!
How can you tell that the ocean is friendly?
It waves!
Do fish go on vacation?
No, because they are always in school!
Shout Outs and Celebrations!
Thank you to all of our custodial staff for working so hard during the summer to prepare our building for next school year!
Parent Club
We are currently recruiting Parent Leaders for next school year! Please visit our table during our Open House. If you would like more information on how to become a volunteer, please click here.
Some of the things parent club assisted with or hosted during the 2024-25 school year are: food and toiletry drive, candy gram sale, board games for each classroom, 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.