Springton Lake Middle School
Every Student. Every Day. No Matter What.
Pennsylvania School to Watch
Email: Rbuterbaugh@rtmsd.org
Website: https://www.rtmsd.org
Location: 1900 North Providence Road, Media, PA, USA
Phone: (610) 627-6500
For Students:
- Bring something to write with and something to write on.
- Bring a copy of the class schedule - all students will receive an updated copy in homeroom.
- Bring a charged Chromebook - 7th & 8th grade students only.
- Have a plan for lunch - pack, load money into MySchoolBucks, or bring cash/check to deposit.
- Know the bus number for the afternoon run - may be different from morning bus number.
- Relax and come ready for an awesome start to the school year!
For Families:
- Run through with your child the checklist above.
- Update online the nurse information and acknowledge the important documents that were sent.
- Make a plan to carpool with friends for Back-to-School Night.
- Review with your child the expectations around cell phones and let them know that you will not be texting or calling them during the school day.
- Relax and know that we are going to take great care of each one of your kids!
The first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year is Monday, August 31. The first day of school at Springton Lake will be for 6th grade students ONLY. This will allow us to devote our complete attention to our newest Spartans and provide them with a day of transition where they have the building to themselves.
ALL STUDENTS - grades 6, 7, and 8 - will attend for the first time together on Tuesday , September 1st.
Additional calendar information is on our website and linked here.
Students and parents are invited for an Open House on Thursday, August 27h from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. This will be an informal opportunity for students and parents to "walk" the class schedule, preview classrooms, and say "hello" to their teachers. Gym t-shirts, Chromebook cases, and other spirit wear will also be available for purchase at the event - cash or checks only.
We’re excited to welcome our students each morning beginning at 7:40 AM! For safety, all drop-off and pick-up must occur curbside in front of the building. Please pull forward to the canopy and use the full length of the drop-off lane. Have your student ready to exit to keep the line moving. Signage will remind parents of the procedures shown in the image. Please avoid using the parking lot.
Please pull forward as far as possible and follow staff directions. Once stopped along the curb, students should be ready to exit. The same process will be used for afternoon pick-up.
In the morning, students will head to:
6th grade → Cafeteria
7th & 8th grade → Auditorium
Students should be in first-period class by 7:55 AM.
Thank you for helping us make arrival and dismissal safe and smooth for all Spartans!
The Transportation Department has completed scheduling of bus routes for the 2026-27 school year. In addition to the letter that you should have received in the mail, please check the My Ride K-12 app for estimated pick-up and drop-off times. The routes will continue to be updated as new students enroll into our buildings, so please check the app before the first day of school to ensure that you have the most accurate times. For details on setting up the My Ride K-12 app, please go to the Transportation Department web page. If the route shown in the My Ride K-12 app is still incorrect or is missing, please contact the Transportation Department at 610-627-6475.
Save the date! We look forward to welcoming families on Wednesday, September 2, at 6:00 p.m. for our in-person Back-to-School Night.
You'll follow your child's schedule, visit classrooms, and meet their teachers as we kick off another great school year.
There is a Fall Sports Meeting for Parents beginning at 5:00 PM in the Auditorium.
Specials teachers will be available in the Gym at various times throughout the evening.
Specific schedule information will be sent home by email and a paper copy on 9/2/2026.
We look forward to seeing you and sharing an exciting evening together!
A few important revisions for the 2026–2027 school year include updates related to student bags, attendance and participation in after-school activities, make-up work, and extended absences due to medical conditions.
Student Bags - To help maintain a safe, organized, and efficient learning environment, students are assigned lockers for storing backpacks, jackets, musical instruments, sports equipment, and other large personal items during the school day. Small personal bags that can be stored safely beneath a student's assigned seat may be carried between classes, provided they do not create a safety concern or disrupt school operations. Large backpacks, duffel bags, tote bags, and other oversized bags must be stored in lockers or designated storage areas unless otherwise approved by school administration. Students should carry only the materials needed for their next class. Designated locker times are provided for each grade level to exchange books and other necessary materials throughout the school day.
Students have from 7:47 to 7:55 a.m. to visit their lockers before homeroom for their first locker stop of the day. Additional designated locker stops will be shared by teams and during homeroom.
During Open House, families are welcome to bring a bag to test in the under-seat storage space and visit one of our open locker stations to practice using lockers.
To keep classrooms focused and learning uninterrupted, all wireless devices, including cell phones, smart watches, earbuds, and similar devices, must be OFF and AWAY during the school day unless a teacher gives a specific academic reason to use them. Students will be reminded each morning to power down their devices.
Please let your child know that you will not be texting or calling during school hours. If a student needs to reach a parent, a staff member can provide permission. In an emergency, the main office is the best way to get in touch. More details are available in the Springton Lake Student Handbook.
Thank you for helping us create a safe, distraction-free learning environment!
6th grade students
Pennsylvania School Health Law requires physical examinations for children in 6th grade.
Physical exam forms are due to the school nurse at Springton Lake by the first week of school. The physical exam should be one that has been performed within a year prior to the start of 6th grade. Any physical examination dated after September 1, 2025 is acceptable.
7th grade students
Students are required to have a Tdap booster and a meningitis vaccination upon entrance to 7th grade. In addition, a dental examination is required for students entering 7th grade. Any dental examination dated after September 1, 2025 is acceptable. Please send in documentation of the immunizations and a dental examination if you have not done so already.
If your student requires medication to be administered at school during the 2026–2027 school year, a written, signed order from a licensed prescriber, along with a completed Student Medication Authorization form, is required. Medications at school including EpiPens and inhalers need to be renewed every school year. Please see the Administrations of Medication policy for instructions.
Please contact our school nurse, Kristin Hartner, with any questions.
Thanks!
As we get closer to the start of the school year, we are asking for your help to resolve any outstanding balances on your child's lunch account. Funds may be added electronically online or by cash or check in the cafeteria. We appreciate your cooperation!
The Springton Lake Middle School Parent Teacher Group (PTG) is a volunteer organization open to all parents and guardians and teachers who work together to provide educational enrichment, a sense of community, and school support in the spirit of cooperation and fun.
The work of the PTG is made possible from donations made by our families. More information about donating to the PTG will be included in subsequent newsletters.
The PTG will meet at 6:30 PM in the Library on the following dates:
10/13, 11/17, 1/12, 3/9, 05/11. Everyone is invited to attend.
For more information about the PTG, please contact:
President ~ Carlie Ali-Hassan ~ president@slmsptg.org
Vice President ~ Staci McArdle ~ vp@slmsptg.org
Treasurer ~ Natalie Steager ~ treasurer@slmsptg.org
Secretary ~ Emily Catanese ~ secretary@slmsptg.org
Regular school attendance is essential for success in school and contributes to the development of good work habits, a sense of responsibility, and self-discipline.
Call our Absentee Voicemail Hotline (610-627-6500, ext. 2) each day the student is absent. Absence is the non-attendance of a student on those days in which school is in session.
- In addition to the telephone call, a written note, or completing this FORM indicating the reason for the absence must be submitted upon the student’s return to school.
All families will continue to receive an automated telephone call whenever a student is marked absent in homeroom. The call will be sent regardless if you have called the attendance hotline. This is an enhanced safety procedure that we are pleased to have available.
We are excited to welcome your involvement and participation in our school as a chaperone for our school trips or as a volunteer for various events and activities. If you anticipate wanting to chaperone or volunteer, please keep in mind that you are required to have valid clearances on file with the Rose Tree Media School District. More information on this process can be found in the Parent Portal.
