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![Kinsley wearing glasses laying on grass with a book by her paws]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1701784647/sgasdcom/feuilr2la7nvpyghcg8p/KinsleyReadingBook82023-post.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1701784647/sgasdcom/feuilr2la7nvpyghcg8p/KinsleyReadingBook82023-post.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1701784647/sgasdcom/feuilr2la7nvpyghcg8p/KinsleyReadingBook82023-post.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1701784647/sgasdcom/feuilr2la7nvpyghcg8p/KinsleyReadingBook82023-post.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1701784647/sgasdcom/feuilr2la7nvpyghcg8p/KinsleyReadingBook82023-post.jpg","width":1501}])
She officially passed her facility dog training exam and is officially part of the Rocket team!
![Portrait pictures of the eight staff rocket recognition winners]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1700060817/sgasdcom/ghepa9lgiu41qvcvorti/PostandSMStaffRocketRecognition800x7791.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1700060817/sgasdcom/ghepa9lgiu41qvcvorti/PostandSMStaffRocketRecognition800x7791.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1700060817/sgasdcom/ghepa9lgiu41qvcvorti/PostandSMStaffRocketRecognition800x7791.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1700060817/sgasdcom/ghepa9lgiu41qvcvorti/PostandSMStaffRocketRecognition800x7791.jpg","width":1100}])
The District recognizes staff members who exemplify the core principles of our "Learning Without Limits" philosophy and are celebrated and awarded for their outstanding contributions.
![Large group picture of the Paradise Elementary September Project TEAM students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1699460070/sgasdcom/wrc2ehjfxdhxxgiiykhk/SGE-OctoberProjectTEAMstudents-webpost.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1699460070/sgasdcom/wrc2ehjfxdhxxgiiykhk/SGE-OctoberProjectTEAMstudents-webpost.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1699460070/sgasdcom/wrc2ehjfxdhxxgiiykhk/SGE-OctoberProjectTEAMstudents-webpost.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1699460070/sgasdcom/wrc2ehjfxdhxxgiiykhk/SGE-OctoberProjectTEAMstudents-webpost.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1699460070/sgasdcom/wrc2ehjfxdhxxgiiykhk/SGE-OctoberProjectTEAMstudents-webpost.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1699460070/sgasdcom/wrc2ehjfxdhxxgiiykhk/SGE-OctoberProjectTEAMstudents-webpost.jpg","width":2200}])
These students exemplified acceptance/anti-bullying, the characteristic of Project TEAM character Amelia.
![Student looking down at iPad]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1698955596/sgasdcom/nsgjfigcgnppefkbf851/Pic8-website.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1698955596/sgasdcom/nsgjfigcgnppefkbf851/Pic8-website.png","width":480}])
It's incredible to witness our students' dedication and progress on their communication journeys!
![Portrait pictures of the eight staff rocket recognition winners]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1698672398/sgasdcom/l4bblpnuhuqm5s09x9q9/PostandSMStaffRocketRecognition800x779.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1698672398/sgasdcom/l4bblpnuhuqm5s09x9q9/PostandSMStaffRocketRecognition800x779.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1698672398/sgasdcom/l4bblpnuhuqm5s09x9q9/PostandSMStaffRocketRecognition800x779.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1698672398/sgasdcom/l4bblpnuhuqm5s09x9q9/PostandSMStaffRocketRecognition800x779.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1698672398/sgasdcom/l4bblpnuhuqm5s09x9q9/PostandSMStaffRocketRecognition800x779.jpg","width":1500}])
The District recognizes staff members who exemplify the core principles of our "Learning Without Limits" philosophy and are celebrated and awarded for their outstanding contributions.
![SGE Unveils Their New Book Vending Machine. Group photo holding large check donation from SGAEF..]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1697651544/sgasdcom/yfvrughtdspyeucebxes/SGE-InchyBookworm1023.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1697651544/sgasdcom/yfvrughtdspyeucebxes/SGE-InchyBookworm1023.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1697651544/sgasdcom/yfvrughtdspyeucebxes/SGE-InchyBookworm1023.png","width":800}])
SGE recently unveiled its brand-new Inchy Bookworm Vending Machine, where students can earn coins to "purchase" a book. This exciting addition to the school was made possible thanks to a generous grant from the Spring Grove Area Educational Fund and was filled with books by the SGE PTO!
![Large group picture of the Paradise Elementary September Project TEAM students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1696608335/sgasdcom/c8unfbfw6ozpkmzrzxyh/SGE-SeptemberProjectTEAMstudents-websitepost.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1696608335/sgasdcom/c8unfbfw6ozpkmzrzxyh/SGE-SeptemberProjectTEAMstudents-websitepost.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1696608335/sgasdcom/c8unfbfw6ozpkmzrzxyh/SGE-SeptemberProjectTEAMstudents-websitepost.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1696608335/sgasdcom/c8unfbfw6ozpkmzrzxyh/SGE-SeptemberProjectTEAMstudents-websitepost.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1696608335/sgasdcom/c8unfbfw6ozpkmzrzxyh/SGE-SeptemberProjectTEAMstudents-websitepost.jpg","width":1500}])
These students exemplified helping others, the characteristic of Project TEAM character Harper.
![The five Outstanding Staff members in group picture each holding flowers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1694192253/sgasdcom/ijhe3l4rgn9c0ndpw4ch/OutstandingStaffGroupPicture.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1694192253/sgasdcom/ijhe3l4rgn9c0ndpw4ch/OutstandingStaffGroupPicture.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1694192253/sgasdcom/ijhe3l4rgn9c0ndpw4ch/OutstandingStaffGroupPicture.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1694192253/sgasdcom/ijhe3l4rgn9c0ndpw4ch/OutstandingStaffGroupPicture.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1694192253/sgasdcom/ijhe3l4rgn9c0ndpw4ch/OutstandingStaffGroupPicture.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1694192253/sgasdcom/ijhe3l4rgn9c0ndpw4ch/OutstandingStaffGroupPicture.jpg","width":2200}])
Join us in congratulating them for their outstanding contributions and dedication to our mission.
![Four teachers pose for picture holding years of service and first day signs]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1693265536/sgasdcom/km7x0bo1s2vmtsw6aedq/Yearsofservice82023.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1693265536/sgasdcom/km7x0bo1s2vmtsw6aedq/Yearsofservice82023.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1693265536/sgasdcom/km7x0bo1s2vmtsw6aedq/Yearsofservice82023.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1693265536/sgasdcom/km7x0bo1s2vmtsw6aedq/Yearsofservice82023.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1693265536/sgasdcom/km7x0bo1s2vmtsw6aedq/Yearsofservice82023.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1693265536/sgasdcom/km7x0bo1s2vmtsw6aedq/Yearsofservice82023.jpg","width":2200}])
Our staff had a blast celebrating years of service anniversaries and taking first-day-of-school pictures!
![Group picture of new teachers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1692105963/sgasdcom/rtup1hza721qwkxwptjw/2023NewTeacherInductionGroupPic-Post.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1692105963/sgasdcom/rtup1hza721qwkxwptjw/2023NewTeacherInductionGroupPic-Post.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1692105963/sgasdcom/rtup1hza721qwkxwptjw/2023NewTeacherInductionGroupPic-Post.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1692105963/sgasdcom/rtup1hza721qwkxwptjw/2023NewTeacherInductionGroupPic-Post.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1692105963/sgasdcom/rtup1hza721qwkxwptjw/2023NewTeacherInductionGroupPic-Post.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1692105963/sgasdcom/rtup1hza721qwkxwptjw/2023NewTeacherInductionGroupPic-Post.jpg","width":1700}])
We're thrilled to extend a warm welcome to our new teachers who are joining our school family this year!
![Text on dark blue gradient background: Spring Grove Area School District Congratulates 2022-23 retirees]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1689619851/sgasdcom/yqmepu90tfxqq2grubd2/2022-2023RetireesPostGraphic.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1689619851/sgasdcom/yqmepu90tfxqq2grubd2/2022-2023RetireesPostGraphic.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1689619851/sgasdcom/yqmepu90tfxqq2grubd2/2022-2023RetireesPostGraphic.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1689619851/sgasdcom/yqmepu90tfxqq2grubd2/2022-2023RetireesPostGraphic.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1689619851/sgasdcom/yqmepu90tfxqq2grubd2/2022-2023RetireesPostGraphic.jpg","width":1300}])
With 253 years of combined service, they have made a monumental impact on our students and District. Best wishes for an exhilarating new chapter!
![Portrait pictures of each staff winner and their names and award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1689627559/sgasdcom/segyawkqclmystltrapq/IG-May2023StaffRecognition.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1689627559/sgasdcom/segyawkqclmystltrapq/IG-May2023StaffRecognition.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1689627559/sgasdcom/segyawkqclmystltrapq/IG-May2023StaffRecognition.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1689627559/sgasdcom/segyawkqclmystltrapq/IG-May2023StaffRecognition.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1689627559/sgasdcom/segyawkqclmystltrapq/IG-May2023StaffRecognition.jpg","width":1485}])
Each month, the District recognizes staff members who have exemplified the Learning Without Limits tenets (connecting with others, engaging in rigorous learning, owning the learning, and solving complex problems), as well as those who have been a vital link or chainmaker.
![students performing on stage at 50th anniversary concert]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1689632537/sgasdcom/nk6rs6p5l53q8tlwv4nt/50thAnniversaryConcertStagePic1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1689632537/sgasdcom/nk6rs6p5l53q8tlwv4nt/50thAnniversaryConcertStagePic1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1689632537/sgasdcom/nk6rs6p5l53q8tlwv4nt/50thAnniversaryConcertStagePic1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1689632537/sgasdcom/nk6rs6p5l53q8tlwv4nt/50thAnniversaryConcertStagePic1.jpg","width":1200}])
The SGASD Strings Orchestra program celebrated its 50th Anniversary with an extraordinary concert. Students in grades three through twelve in the orchestra program and alumni performed for our Rocket community.
![Melinda Roy presented with Browns Orchard Award, posing with students.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1690987930/sgasdcom/sl4iyvxihowqsesn4b01/SGE_MRoy_BrownsOrchard.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1690987930/sgasdcom/sl4iyvxihowqsesn4b01/SGE_MRoy_BrownsOrchard.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1690987930/sgasdcom/sl4iyvxihowqsesn4b01/SGE_MRoy_BrownsOrchard.png","width":800}])
She was named the Brown's Orchards Outstanding Teacher for April!
![SGASD group picture of staff celebrating their year 2 Induction]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1690988216/sgasdcom/ebjj2so44stlsgsbabad/InductionYear2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1690988216/sgasdcom/ebjj2so44stlsgsbabad/InductionYear2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1690988216/sgasdcom/ebjj2so44stlsgsbabad/InductionYear2.png","width":800}])
Congratulations to these individuals on completing their final year of new teacher induction! Special thanks to Phalon Mallory and Dr. Michelle Ludwig for leading the induction program.
![Three people posing for a picture at the 2023 SGASD Diversity Festival]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1690989516/sgasdcom/qydpmsjlheww3mrvzdt2/DiversityFestival-website.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1690989516/sgasdcom/qydpmsjlheww3mrvzdt2/DiversityFestival-website.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1690989516/sgasdcom/qydpmsjlheww3mrvzdt2/DiversityFestival-website.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1690989516/sgasdcom/qydpmsjlheww3mrvzdt2/DiversityFestival-website.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1690989516/sgasdcom/qydpmsjlheww3mrvzdt2/DiversityFestival-website.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1690989516/sgasdcom/qydpmsjlheww3mrvzdt2/DiversityFestival-website.jpg","width":2160}])
Thank you to everyone who came out and supported the 2023 Diversity Festival! Students and staff did a fabulous job planning the event. We greatly appreciate the families and organizations who hosted tables! Click to see pictures.