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
We hope you are enjoying a fun, relaxing, and well-deserved summer! Welcome to our first Summer Update, where you'll find information about summer learning, Transition Camp, upcoming school events, celebrations, and other opportunities to stay connected with The Lake throughout the summer.
We'll send a second Summer Update in early August with additional back-to-school information. Until then, enjoy the rest of your summer, make the most of the weeks ahead, and we'll see you in August!
Principal Buterbaugh
Reading, Math, & Community Service
As we prepare for summer, we would like to share summer learning expectations and opportunities with all families. These plans were developed based on feedback from students and in collaboration with our faculty.
Summer Reading (Required for All Students)
Once again this year, students entering grades 6-8 will participate in a common read as part of our One School, One Book initiative. This year's faculty-selected book is New Kid by Jerry Craft. To help introduce the book, several of our students got a head start by reading it and creating their own promotional video to share their reflections and recommendations.
2. Summer Math - Optional for all students. Students who complete the assignment may fill out the Google form listed below to earn Spartan Bucks for their efforts.
If you are an Algebra I student, please contact the main office at (610) 627-6500
.Summer Community Service - Optional for all students.
Learning can take many different forms. In an effort to encourage students to become involved in their community over the summer, this optional activity is being provided.
Students are encouraged to seek out opportunities to perform service within the community during the summer months. Any service done for others (outside of your own family/household) will be considered an applicable activity.
Students who complete community service may fill out this form. Students will be recognized with a certificate at the start of the school year and will be rewarded with some bonus Spartan Bucks. Verification of students completing community service will be on the honor system.
Spartan Summer Community Service Award - Bronze Level (at least 5 hours of service)
Spartan Summer Community Service Award - Silver Level (at least 10 hours of service)
Spartan Summer Community Service Award - Gold Level (at least 20 hours of service)
For those who like to plan ahead, we wanted to share the tentative school supply list for next year. This gives families the opportunity to purchase items as stores offer sales and discounts throughout the summer months.
An exciting and fun part of the summer for our incoming 6th grade students is Transition Camp. This is a voluntary, half-day program where students can meet members of the Springton Lake Staff, interact with classmates, and engage in a number of activities designed to help orient them to the school and to make them feel even more comfortable and ready for the first day of school.
Transition Camp is scheduled for Tuesday, August 11th and Tuesday, August 18th. The sessions run from 9 AM to 12 PM. The sessions are FREE and attendance is VOLUNTARY. Students may attend ONE SESSION.
Transition Camp is for students only. Parents may attend the initial welcome and overview of the day that will take place in the Auditorium at 9 AM. Registration and check-in begins at 8:40 AM. Gym t-shirts, Chromebook cases, and other spirit wear will also be available for purchase at the event - cash or checks ONLY.
If your child is able to attend, please take a moment to REGISTER HERE so that we may plan accordingly.
This year's Schedule Release Party will be held on Thursday evening, August 13th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This block-party style event will be held in front of the building and is open to all students and families. This will be the opportunity for students to pick-up their class schedules for the year and to gain early access to the information that everyone wants...
What team am I on??
What teachers will I have??
Which of my friends do I have classes with??
Join us for fun, food, music, games, friends, and...SCHEDULES! This is a family-friendly event - students should not be dropped-off.
Schedules will go live in HAC on Friday, August 14th and will also be mailed to those who are not able to attend. Please note that schedules will not be available for pick-up prior to 5:00 PM on August 13th. Packets and schedules will be given to the student/family ONLY - packets may not be picked up by other students for a friend.
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.
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.
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. Additional information will be shared in August.
We look forward to seeing you and sharing an exciting evening together!
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.
Sixth grade students (upcoming 7th graders):
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. The dental exam should be one that has been performed within a year prior to the start of school. Please send in documentation of the immunizations and a dental examination if you have not done so already.
Have a great summer!
Nurse Hartner
As we get closer to the end 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. Any funds remaining in your child's account at the end of the school year will rollover to the next school year. We appreciate your cooperation!
