NEED STUDENT ID? Knowing your student’s ID number is helpful at the start of the school year, as you may need it to complete bus registration and other forms. Enter the parent email address linked to your student at https://webb.spokaneschools.org/ParentIDStudentLookupPortal.
BACK TO SCHOOL: As you prepare for the school year, you may have questions about late-start Mondays, meals (they're free!), transportation, and much more. Save these resources as you plan your back-to-school routines: https://www.spokaneschools.org/page/back-to-school
FITKIDS DAY: You can almost hear the giggles through the screen, can’t you? This morning, kids ages 1-9 had the chance to get active with bounce houses, obstacle courses, and much more at Shaw Middle School for KSPS’s annual FitKids Day! Held in partnership with Spokane Public Schools and other community partners, this gathering is always a fun time for kids to enjoy fresh air and physical activity!
MEAL MENUS: September breakfast and lunch menus are here! See what we're serving up in our schools: https://www.spokaneschools.org/page/menus
ARE YOU NEW TO SPS? We know families have a lot to do as they prepare for a new school year, especially if you are new to the district, too! That's why we put together a web page full of resources and need-to-knows to ensure your transition to SPS is as smooth as possible.
https://www.spokaneschools.org/page/new-to-spokane-public-schools
PURCHASE GSL PASSES: Greater Spokane League passes are now on sale! Purchase your adult or family passes online so you can attend all GSL games and matches this school year: https://shopgsl.com/products/gsl-annual-sports-pass-2024-2025
LITTLE SLUGGERS: Who wants to play ball this fall? Our littlest athletes in PreK – 1st grade can step up to the plate with the Little Sluggers, a new partnership of SPS and Spokane Indians Youth Baseball & Softball! It's a great opportunity to get kids engaged in an activity in our community! Register by Aug. 15 and learn more at https://spokaneindiansyouthbaseball.org/sps-little-sluggers-2/
FASFA HELP: This summer, College Success Foundation is offering one-on-one support for recent high school graduates and families as they navigate completing federal and state financial aid applications and reviewing financial aid reward letters.
Schedule your one-on-one FASFA support session at https://outlook.office365.com/book/FinancialAid11s@collegesuccessfoundation.org/. Appointments are available in English and Spanish. Learn more about CSF at https://www.collegesuccessfoundation.org/regions/spokane/.
ATTEND SPOKANE PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Are you new to SPS? Register your student(s) to be enrolled in one of our 57 schools: https://www.spokaneschools.org/page/enrollment-home
SUMMER MEALS: Spokane Public Schools offers free breakfast and lunch on weekdays at many locations across Spokane: https://www.spokaneschools.org/page/summer-meal-program
REGISTER TO RIDE: Yellow bus registration is open! Sign your student(s) up for safe and reliable transportation to and from school: https://www.spokaneschools.org/page/busing-home
SUMMER PROGRAMS: Keep your kids active and engaged his summer in one of our summer programs. From fun camps to summer educational offerings, there is something for everyone: https://www.spokaneschools.org/page/summer-2024
CONNECT WITH SPS: Want to talk to SPS administrators and staff? We have plenty of ways to connect and get your questions answered: https://spokaneschoolswa.sites.thrillshare.com/page/connect-with-sps
BE A STAR: Feeling artsy? SPS has lots of ways to express yourself through our visual and performing arts offerings: https://spokaneschoolswa.sites.thrillshare.com/page/visual-performing-arts
BE INVOLVED: SPS offers tons of opportunities for your kids to stay active and engaged outside of the school day. Check out our elementary extracurricular activities, middle and high school sports, after school clubs, and more! https://spokaneschoolswa.sites.thrillshare.com/page/enrichment-activities
SCHOOL STARTS: The first day of school for kids in grades 1-12 is Sept. 3!
Kindergarten begins on an A/B rotation starting Sept. 4. Schools will determine who is in each group.
We can't wait to see you all!
LAUNCH CONFERENCES: Meet your teacher(s), tour your school and learn about meals, transportation and more during Launch Conferences! This is a great way to kick off the new school year.
Sign up for volleyball!
Students in grades 4-6 can sign up for 509 Spikers, a partnership between Spokane Public Schools and Pacific Northwest Qualifier (PNQ).
Learn More: https://www.pacificnwqualifier.org/509spikers?fbclid=IwAR0aRP9Cv2exONLta6T8zVR4ANpREiKguHyriV1Wqk21DU3vMJSHNkNbIdM
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE: This is a great opportunity for current high school sophomores to contribute to shaping educational policy issues for K-12 students with The Washington State Board of Education!
Applications are due Friday, March 29. Visit buff.ly/3P8H2Xz to learn more and apply.
BUSINESS AFTER SCHOOL: Greater Spokane Incorporated regularly hosts free career-connected learning workshops with local businesses for middle and high school students in the greater Spokane region. Students are invited to attend a workshop to gain real-life skills, experiential learning in a workplace setting, and explore local career pathways through local innovations highlighted by business professionals. Teachers, parents, advisors, and mentors are all welcome to attend.
Check out a schedule of upcoming events below and visit
http://greaterspokane.org/.../caree.../business-after-school to register.
Thursday, March 28: Rural Healthcare Careers with NEW Health Programs Association
Thursday, April 11: Energy Careers with Avista Utilities
Friday, April 19: Med for Ed at UW School of Medicine - Gonzaga University Health Partnership
Wednesday, April 24: Consulting Engineering with Coffman Engineers
Saturday, April 27: Surgical Careers with Providence Inland Northwest
Thanks to GSI and these local businesses for helping local students access opportunities that are preparing them to meet their career goals and dreams!
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