Springtown ISD

📢 Reminder: In observance of Labor Day, Monday, September 1st is a student and staff holiday! Enjoy the long weekend, Porcupines! 🦔

🏈 Porcupine Stadium Rules 🏈

As we gear up for an exciting year at Porcupine Stadium, please take a moment to review our stadium rules, designed to ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment:

🟧 NO LOITERING – All spectators must be seated in the stadium during the game. Students and younger children traditionally gathering under the bleachers will need to stay seated. Students in K-4 should be accompanied by an adult.
⚫ NO ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, or FIREARMS – Prohibited by law on school property.
🟧 NO GLASS CONTAINERS OR BOTTLES – Not allowed in the stadium.
⚫ NO COOLERS, ICE CHESTS, or LARGE FOOD/BEVERAGE CONTAINERS – Leave these items at home.
🟧 BACKPACKS & LARGE BAGS – Subject to search upon entry.
⚫ NO RE-ENTRY – Once you leave the stadium, you must pay to re-enter, even if you have a pass.
🟧 NO BICYCLES, SKATEBOARDS, FRISBEES, or ROLLERBLADES – Not allowed inside the stadium.
‼️‼️‼️ 𝐍𝐎 𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐀𝐍𝐘 𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐃 – Please leave footballs, basketballs, soccer balls, and all other balls at home.
‼️‼️‼️ 𝐍𝐎 𝐏𝐄𝐓𝐒 – Animals are not permitted in the stadium. Service animals are the only exception.
⚫ FIELD ACCESS – Only authorized personnel are allowed on the field.
🟧 CROSSING SIDES – Only authorized personnel may cross to the opposing side.
⚫ TICKETS – Patrons without tickets must enter through the pass gate and show credentials.
🟧 PRESS BOX PASSES – Pick up at the "WILL CALL" window at the main entrance.
⚫ HANDICAP SEATING – Reserved for wheelchair patrons and their assistants on the walkway ramp.

We love the fun, excitement, and school spirit at our games, but remember—safety is our #1 priority!

𝘈 𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘚𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘵𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘏𝘪𝘨𝘩 𝘚𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘭 𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘰𝘳 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘪𝘦 𝘓𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘯 𝘒𝘢𝘳𝘪 𝘏𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘵𝘰𝘯'𝘴 𝘈𝘝𝘐𝘐 𝘤𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘱𝘩𝘪𝘤 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘵!

Go Porcupines! #PorcupineFamily

We’re Looking for SISD Very Important Porcupines (#SISDVIP)!

We want to honor staff members who are going above and beyond and living the #PorcupineWay every day!

If you know a staff member who has truly exemplified our #PorcupineWay values, whether by going the extra mile, showing exceptional “servant leadership,” or making a positive impact, we want to hear about it!

Take a moment to share your story and nominate them here: bit.ly/sisdvipform

Let’s celebrate the amazing people who make SISD such a special place! #SISDVIP #PorcupineFamily

ICYMI: Here are the highlights from last night's Springtown ISD Board of Trustees meeting! It was a productive evening focused on setting our district up for a successful 2025-2026 school year.

Key takeaways:

💰 Finances Approved: The Board approved a balanced budget of $45,789,347 and a property tax rate of $1.0317. This budget is designed to support our students and staff effectively.
📈 We're Growing! Our Porcupine family is getting bigger! Student enrollment is now at 4,282, up from 4,194 at the end of last year.
🌟 Focus on Student Success: The Board reviewed the 2025 Accountability Ratings, celebrating our growth and identifying key areas of focus to ensure every student can reach their full potential.
🤝 Community Partnerships: Important agreements were approved, including the renewal of our School Resource Officer (SRO) contract to keep our campuses safe and a partnership with Weatherford College to create more opportunities for our students.

We're looking forward to a fantastic year of learning and growth!

For more details, you can find the full meeting agenda here: https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Agenda/1407?meeting=699864

SISD Parents: Action Needed for 2025-2026 School Year! New state requirements (SB 12) mean parents must give permission for certain services. ✅

👉 Three quick forms are waiting for you in Skyward Family Access (under “Online Forms”):
1️⃣ Student Clubs – Parents must give written consent before students can participate in any school-sponsored clubs.
2️⃣ Health Services – Nurses now need parent permission for care like first aid, health checks, and screenings (unless it’s an emergency).
3️⃣ Counseling & Support Services – Parent consent is required before students can participate in guidance lessons, goal-setting, or short-term support services.

⚠️ Please log in to your student’s Skyward account and complete the forms. These are required for the 2025-2026 school year.

Hunt ISD and the surrounding Hill Country communities have not been the same since July 4. When one Texas school district is affected, we all feel it. On August 20, Porcupines wear green to show our support for Hunt ISD and the Eagles as they begin their school year. 💚 #HillCountryStrong #PorcupineFamily

The Springtown Police Department wants to remind our community that school zones will officially be back in effect on the first day of School, August 13th (Wednesday)! 🚦 Please check the school zone times on the graphic below and remember to SLOW DOWN and look both ways for children.

📚 We currently have over 4,400 students registered for the new school year — that’s more than 200 students above last year! While we know first-day “no shows” may bring that number down a bit… that’s still a LOT of Porcupines! 🦔🧡

✅ Be mindful of school zones
✅ Show grace as everyone learns pick-up and drop-off routines
✅ Let’s work together for a safe and smooth start to the year!

#PorcupineFamily

Springtown ISD campuses and offices will be CLOSED on Monday, August 4th from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for our District-Wide Convocation. #PorcupineFamily

SISD Shot Clinic – August 6, 2025 💉

The shot clinic will be held Wednesday, August 6 at Springtown Intermediate School (300 Pojo Rd).

⏰ Clinic Hours:
8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

📌 Students must be at least 4 years old to participate.
For additional information, please reach out to your campus nurse.

Meet the Teacher Night is almost here, Porcupines! Come visit your campus, meet your teachers, and get ready for an amazing school year!

📍 Reno Elementary, Goshen Creek Elementary, & Springtown Elementary
🗓 August 7 | ⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

📍 Springtown Intermediate
🗓 August 7 | ⏰ 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

📍 Springtown Middle School
🗓 August 7 | ⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

📍 Springtown High School
🗓 August 7 | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
🎓 New Student Orientation: August 7 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

We can’t wait to see you there! #PorcupineFamily

In case you missed it in our Back to School Guide…
School supply lists are available! 📝🎒

Grab yours here ➡️ bit.ly/sisdschoolsupplylists

#PorcupineFamily #BackToSchool2025

🎉 Celebrate the grand opening of your official SPRINGTOWN ISD store with 20% OFF custom tees, hoodies, joggers, hats & more. Hurry—this sale won’t last long. 🙌 🥳

https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/texas/springtown/springtown-high-school

Porcupine Family, We want to make you aware of a new state law that will impact all public schools across Texas, including Springtown ISD. Governor Greg Abbott has signed House Bill 1481 into law, which prohibits K-12 students from using personal digital devices, including cell phones and smartwatches, during school hours. Please know: this is not a local district initiative—it is now state law and will go into effect at the start of the 2025–2026 school year. While the law provides some flexibility for districts in how to implement the ban, such as allowing use during extracurricular activities or providing secure storage options, Springtown ISD is currently reviewing what implementation will look like on our campuses. We will communicate more details as we get closer to the start of the school year. For now, we simply wanted to make families aware that students will not be allowed to use personal digital devices during the school day beginning in 2025–2026, in accordance with HB 1481. Thank you for your continued support as we work to comply with state law and ensure the best learning environment for all students. – Shane Strickland Superintendent of Schools  Springtown ISD

📢 BOND PROJECTS UPDATE – JUNE 2025 Thanks to the support of Springtown ISD voters, we’re moving forward with several exciting projects to support our fast-growing student population and create safe, innovative learning environments across the district. 🏗️ Here’s what’s happening so far: ✔️ Planning is underway for a new elementary school ✔️ Expansion of Springtown Middle School is in progress ✔️ Safety & security upgrades have begun district-wide ✔️ Springtown Elementary renovations are being reviewed ✔️ CTE equipment needs are currently being assessed ✔️ We will soon request Construction Manager Proposals for review 📍 Elementary teachers, principals, and district leaders are partnering with Huckabee Architects to help design the new elementary campus—bringing back ideas from regional school visits to ensure it reflects our community’s values. 🔒 Safety First: Over 400 new high-def security cameras and upgraded access control systems are being installed to enhance student and staff safety. We’re also expanding the Raptor Badge Alert System with live visual alerts to all campuses for faster emergency communication. 🚌 Looking Ahead: We’ll present the formal finance plan to the Board of Trustees on July 8, and the Bond Oversight Committee will begin meeting later this summer to help ensure transparency and accountability every step of the way. 🔗 For more details and ongoing updates, visit: https://www.springtownisd.net/page/springtown-isd-bond

📢 Final Reminder: Don’t Miss Out on Camp Invention®! Time is running out to register for a week full of innovation, creativity, and hands-on STEM fun! At Camp Invention®, your child will explore exciting challenges, collaborate with new friends, and bring home amazing creations they build themselves. 📍 Location: 416 E 3rd St, Springtown, TX 76082 📅 Program Dates: June 9–12, 2025 ⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM 👧🧒 For children entering grades 1–6 🌟 Give your child a summer to invent, explore, and grow! 🔗 Register now before it’s too late: https://www.invent.org/program-search/camp-invention/tx25/12264

🚀 Camp Invention®: Where Innovation Meets Imagination! From building inventions to exploring science and technology, Camp Invention® is packed with unforgettable STEM adventures! 📍 Location: 416 E 3rd St, Springtown, TX 76082 📅 Program Dates: June 9–12, 2025 ⏰ Program Times: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM 👧🧒 For children entering grades 1–6 ✨ Spots are filling fast—secure your child’s place today! 🔗 Register here: https://www.invent.org/program-search/camp-invention/tx25/12264

Reminder: The Last Day of School is Almost Here! 📅 Thursday, May 22 is the last day of school for Springtown ISD—and it's an early release day for students. 🕛 Students will be released at 12:00 PM (noon).