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Cardinal Call

Sun Prairie East Weekly Newsletter November 20, 2025

Cardinal Call   Sun Prairie East Weekly Newsletter November 20, 2025
Cardinal Call Sun Prairie East Weekly Newsletter November 20, 2025
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Greetings, Cardinals!

As we turn the page to February I would like to take a moment to showcase the exciting events our BSU has arranged for Black History Month! BSU has announcements, educational games, a photo booth, candygram sale, spirit week, and pep assembly planned to celebrate the accomplishments and legacy of black leaders. They have been working hard all year to put these events together, and we are looking forward to this month's celebrations. Great work!


Sincerely,


Jim Ertel

Interim Principal

General Announcements General Announcements

Request Fest Window Closing

Thank you to all our scholars and staff for their hard work on selecting courses for next school year. The window to select classes will close on February 3. As of noon on Friday over 70% of students had completed the course request process. Well done!

Semester One Grades and Beyond

Semester one grades have been posted to the parent portal on Infinite Campus. Please take a moment to review your grades. For those looking ahead, quarter three progress grades will be issued on 2/21/25. If you have questions about how to access Infinite Campus please contact Ms. Johnson in the student services department.

Spring Conferences - Save the Date

Spring conferences will be held on February 27 from 4:15 to 8 PM and on February 28 from 7:30 AM to Noon. Please be on the lookout for more information about conferences in future Cardinal Calls.

Parking

If you are a student parking in the student parking lot, you need to have a parking pass. If you do not have a parking pass, they can be purchased in the main office. Please stop down prior to school or during your lunch to purchase a pass from our financial assistant Ms. McFarlane. Passes for semester two are $30.

HBCU Trip 2025 Fundraising

This unique opportunity will provide 40 juniors and seniors from Prairie Phoenix Academy, Sun Prairie East, and Sun Prairie West High Schools the chance to visit Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across multiple states this spring. The experience will include campus tours at institutions such as Central State University, Kentucky State University, Tennessee State University, Fisk University, and Lincoln University. In addition, students will visit significant African American historical landmarks, further enriching their learning and awareness.


100% of your donation amount will go directly to our fund for the students taking this trip.

If you would like to provide a donation by check or would like a record of your donation for tax purposes, please follow these steps:


Any donations can be documented on this SPASD Donation Form. Please note "HBCU Trip" in the where/who collected the donation line item. When the donation form has been completed, our business office will keep lookout for an incoming check. If you require an invoice, please email rmrake@sunprairieschools.org and we will have one prepared for you.



  • Please make check payable to:
    • SPASD Attn: Tara Zuelzke
    • 501 S. Bird Street Sun Prairie, WI 53590
    • On the memo line please note "HBCU Trip"

Cafeteria Connection - From the Nutrition Department

We want to inform you about a change in our school cafeteria policy. In an effort to be more fiscally responsible and reduce food waste, our nutrition department will now be charging for extra condiments in both middle and high schools. This decision was not made lightly, but we believe it will help us maintain our high standards of meal quality while also teaching our students about responsible consumption.


Here's what you need to know:


- Condiment cups listed on the menus will still be provided free of charge with meals

- Extra or additional condiments will have a small fee

- This change applies to middle and high school students only

- The goal is to reduce waste and manage costs more effectively


We appreciate your understanding and support as we implement this new policy. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to our nutrition department.


Hunger Heroes Fund: Helping Families in Need

Did you know that some of our students have negative lunch account balances? This means they owe money for school meals. Our school district covers these costs, but that takes money away from important educational programs.


That's where the Hunger Heroes Fund comes in! This amazing program helps pay down those negative balances. By doing so, it ensures that every student can enjoy a nutritious meal without worry. At the same time, it allows our district to keep investing in great learning opportunities for all students.

How You Can Help

Want to make a difference? You can become a Hunger Hero too! Here's how:


1. Contact our Nutrition Department to learn about donation options

2. Choose how much you'd like to give

3. Feel great knowing you've helped a family in need


Your donation, big or small, can have a real impact on a student's life. It's a simple way to show that our school community cares for each other. Remember, a well-fed student is a student ready to learn and grow!


If you have any questions about the Hunger Heroes Fund or how to donate, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Nutrition Department.

Reminders for Students and Families Reminders for Students and Families

Attention Seniors - Scholarship Information

The local scholarship application is now open. Deadline to complete is February 28th. This is a great opportunity to be considered for scholarships that are only available to Sun Prairie students.

Local Scholarship Application Link
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5th Hour - Tutoring Continues All School Year

As we near the end of the semester we wanted to remind students and families that tutoring is available after school in the LMC on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. We have staff on hand that can help with all core content areas and students are able to make up summative assessments during 5th hour with coordination from their instructor.

Athletics & Activities Athletics & Activities

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From the Athletic Director's Desk

Spring sports sign up begins February 1st. If you have questions about your current sports physical status, please reach out to the athletic office. Thank you!


Ms. Boberg CAA

SPDT

Congrats to our Sun Prairie Dance Team state qualifiers.

Jazz Ensemble

This past week Jazz Ensemble I opened up for Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis at the Marcus Center in Milwaukee. This was a sold out show featuring some of the best jazz musicians in the world!

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Upcoming Start Dates for Spring Sports

  • March 10th- Boys and Girls Track
  • March 17th- Softball, Boys and Girls Lacrosse
  • March 24th- Baseball, Girls Soccer
  • March 31st- Boys Tennis, Golf Boys

FBLA & DECA

Please see the information below on a current Sun Prairie United FBLA and DECA fundraising opportunity.

Yearbook Reminders!

The Sun Prairie East yearbook staff has been working hard all year to create a unique and memorable 2024-25 yearbook for our school. Don’t miss out on this year’s edition, the last day to order the 2024-2025 yearbook is Friday, February 14th.


Order Your Yearbook Now! Order your yearbook at www.jostens.com.


We can’t wait to share this year’s book at distribution! Don’t delay!


Amanda Gustafson and Katrina Horst, Yearbook Advisors

This Week's Events

Please see the linked information for upcoming contests.

Event Dates and Times

Upcoming Events Upcoming Events

  • Course Requests Due - February 3
  • Soul Food Dinner - February 21
  • Spring Conferences - February 27 and 28
  • Spring Break - March 24-28
Lunch Menus
SPEHS Athletics
Athletics and Activities Handbook
Attendance Letter for High School Families and Students
Cell Phone Policy
Jim Ertel
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