Everyday I show up to learn, be kind to others, and be my best self.

Snyder Park strives to be goal oriented, empowered, and successful leaders.

#1: By the end of the 2026–27 school year, 100% of Snyder Park teaching teams will consistently and effectively navigate the PLC process — analyzing student learning data, identifying gaps, and adjusting instruction — as measured by  PLC agendas/ CFA response plans completed and PLC rubric scoring.

#2: By the end of the 2026–27 school year, Snyder Park will grow from zero to at least two authentic, student-designed and student-led experiences, each scoring at the Mature or Sustaining level on the student-empowerment rubric.

#3:Snyder Park will increase the student average annual attendance rate from 91% to at least 93% through consistent implementation of Tier One attendance supports by the final student day of the 2026-2027 academic year.

Spirit Week - Monday, October 26h thru Friday, October 30th (See info further below)

Third Grade OST - October 27th and 28th

Elementary Art Show - October 28th thru November 15th at the Springfield Museum of Art

Leader of the Month Breakfast - October 30th (By Invite Only)

Halloween Parties - October 30th

No School November 3rd - Staff Professional Development

Parent Club Meeting - November 5th at 3:30pm in the Cafeteria

Club Days - November 6th

Elementary Art Show Opening Ceremony - November 6th at 3:30pm at Art Museum

Interims sent home November 13th.

Parent Club Food Drive - November 9th thru the 16th

Dear Snyder Park Families,

It is full steam ahead at Snyder Park! Our teachers and students are working hard to ensure we reach our learning goals this year. During collaborative team meetings, our teachers are analyzing student data to tailor intervention and enrichment instruction to meet every student's individual needs.

We need your help to make the biggest impact! Following up on our parent-teacher conferences last week, we encourage you to stay in regular contact with your child’s teacher. Please feel free to ask about specific areas where your child can grow and request home-learning resources.

Building keyboarding proficiency is one great way to support your child's learning at home. TYPING.COM is an excellent free online tool to help students improve their typing speed and accuracy. Working on constructing written responses, math fact fluency, phonics, and vocabulary at home will also make a big difference. Your child's teacher can provide additional materials upon request.

Educationally yours,

Mr. Sledge

The Health Center at Springfield High just celebrated 1 Year! It is located on the lower level of the High School with the main entrance behind the football stands. The Health Center provides sick office visits, routine health screenings, updated vaccines, and counseling services. Any Springfield City School District 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.

Students in grades 4-6 completed the district wide Social Skills Improvement System

(SSIS) assessment, which measures competencies like self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.

Counseling classroom lesson topics for September:

6th - Social Inclusion - Start with Hello (House Bill 123)

5th - Taking Responsibility for My Actions

4th - Thinking Before Speaking

3rd -  My Responsibilities

2nd - Including Others

1st - Sharing Happiness

Kdg - Controlling Myself

Habit 1: Be Proactive (You're in Charge) — Take initiative and responsibility for your choices, actions, and attitudes. Focus on what you can control rather than blaming others.

Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind (Have a Plan) — Define goals and create a plan for what you want to achieve, focusing on long-term purpose rather than distractions.

Habit 3: Put First Things First (Work First, Then Play) — Prioritize your most important tasks and manage your time effectively, focusing on what matters most.

Habit 4: Think Win-Win (Everyone Can Win) — Seek mutually beneficial solutions in relationships and conflicts, fostering a belief that there is enough success for everyone.

Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood (Listen Before You Talk) — Practice empathetic listening to truly understand another person's point of view before sharing your own.

Habit 6: Synergize (Together is Better) — Value differences and work collaboratively to achieve better results than you could alone.

Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw (Balance Feels Best) — Take time to renew yourself physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally to stay balanced.

Habit 1: Be Proactive (You're in Charge)

At Home: Take responsibility for chores, managing your screen time, and initiating family activities instead of waiting for others. 

Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind (Have a Vision)

At Home: Set family goals (e.g., a fun weekend outing) and write them down. Plan your week on Sunday, aligning daily tasks with these larger goals. 

Habit 3: Put First Things First (Prioritize)

At Home: Use a weekly review to sort tasks into quadrants (urgent/important). Focus on "Quadrant 2" activities (important, not urgent) like planning or skill-building over reactive chores. 

Habit 4: Think Win-Win (Mutual Benefit)

At Home: When disagreements happen, find solutions where everyone feels heard and wins, like deciding on a movie where everyone gets a turn to choose. 

Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood (Listen)

At Home: Practice active listening with family members. Let them fully explain their thoughts before you respond or offer advice, making them feel valued. 

Habit 6: Synergize (Work Together)

At Home: Collaborate on projects, like cooking or decorating, valuing different ideas to create something better than you could alone, suggests. 

Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw (Renew Yourself) 

At Home: Dedicate time daily or weekly to renewal:

Physical: Exercise, healthy eating, sleep.

Mental: Reading, podcasts, learning new things.

Spiritual: Meditation, prayer, spending time in nature.

Social/Emotional: Quality family time, helping others. 

Which fast-food chain is most likely to win a basketball tournament?
Dunkin’ Donuts.

What do you do when you see an elephant with a basketball?
Get out of the way.

Why did the basketball player bring his suitcase to the game?
Because he traveled a lot!

Special shout to Mr. Kettler, all of our Para Professionals, and Mr. Roper for all of the amazing things they do!

Big shoutout to all of our retired staff and everything that they contributed to Snyder Park!.

We are currently recruiting Parent Leaders for this school year! If you would like more information on how to become a volunteer, please click here.

Our parent club meetings are designed for our parents and staff to come together to discuss important topics like: school events, student enrichment activities, fundraising, and community outreach. November 5th 3:30pm.