From the Desk of the Superintendent
The School District of Springfield Township, May/June 2026
Board Committee and Regular Meetings
In May we held an Interim Board meeting on the 5th, a Property Committee meeting on the 14th, a Regular Business meeting on the 18th, and an Academic Affairs Committee meeting on June 1st. To view meetings in their entirety, please visit the School Board tab and select View Meetings.
Looking ahead, we have the following meetings scheduled:
- June 16th, 7:00 p.m., Regular Business Meeting
- August 4th, 7:00 p.m., Interim Board Meeting
- August 18th, 7:00 p.m., Regular Business Meeting
Note: All meetings are open to the public. The community may attend in person in the High School Library or virtually by registering through our district website's main page.
On May 18th we also recognized this year's student representatives to the Board, as follows:
- Policy Committee: Alec Gebb, Maya Keats, Isabell McGuigan
- Property Committee: Emma McGrath
- Finance Committee: Ella DePasquale, Alessandra Santarelli
- Academic Affairs Committee: Jordan Albanese, William "Gus" May
- School Board Representative: Brian Martinez-Cortes
We thank them for their service and perspectives shared throughout the year!
Brian Martinez Cortes Earns National Liberty Museum Young Heroes Award!
Brian Martinez Cortes was selected as a recipient of the National Liberty Museum’s Young Heroes Award. Each year, the Museum celebrates the inspiring achievements of young people who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to advancing civic responsibility in their communities. This program recognizes individuals who have taken action, whether through advocacy, volunteerism, innovation, creative expression, or leadership, to address issues and create positive change. By honoring these rising leaders, the awards highlight the power of youth to uphold and strengthen the ideals of liberty, encouraging others to engage thoughtfully and responsibly in civic life. Congratulations, Brian!
Continued Progress!
Auditorium
The auditorium sound panels and lighting are nearly complete, as is painting throughout. We anticipate opening the auditorium for staff professional development on Monday, August 24th.
Geothermal heating and cooling
Horizontal connections have been completed for the new system. The entire system will be connected during the summer break.
Clinical suite
The office areas for our psychologist, counselors, and social workers is nearly completed, and our new therapeutic support space is also almost finished. These areas will open on August 24th.
Cafeteria kitchen extension
The extended kitchen area is being tiled and fitted with spaces for dry goods, refrigeration, freezing and cooking. The installation of equipment is scheduled for later this month. The cafeteria will be open on August 24th.
Baseball field and practice field
Within the next few weeks the grounds will be prepared for the installation of the new baseball field and outer practice field. These fields are scheduled for completion before winter break.
appreciated the accessibility of counselors to come this fall with the new clinical suite.
Additional Areas of Focus This Summer:
- HVAC unit replacement in academic wing classrooms
- Conversion of academic wing restrooms to universal design
- Conversion of cafeteria to commons design; new furniture installation
- Installation of flagpole and welcome area at main entrance
- Completion of all exterior sitework
Please Note:
- The STMS Building and Upper Lot will be closed for the summer months.
- The STMS track, football field and multipurpose field will be accessible to the community.
- The STMS tennis courts will be accessible, but parking will need to be in the lower lot.
- STMS Administration will be available in the STHS office suite June 17-August 17.
Therapeutic and Specialized Services classroom
Auditorium Lighting and Sound Panels
Baseball and Practice Field Spaces
Equitable Practices Newsletter
The School District of Springfield Township is proud of our equitable practices work. Each season, we share our work through the Equitable Practices Newsletter. This resource is filled with information about the district’s Equity Action Plan, educational materials, and great books from diverse authors.
Enfield-Erdenheim Home & School Partnership (EEHSP)
EEHSP UPDATES
This May, EEHSP hosted a month of community spirit and generosity! A few highlights from this month were -
- 5th Grade Luau Party
- "Thanks for Helping Us Bloom" themed Staff Appreciation Week
- Erdenheim Art Show
- Pizza Kit Fundraiser
- Color Day Spirit Wear shirts
- 1st Grade Family Fun Night
- Carnival
Carnival was a big hit! It was a great day and families enjoyed concessions, the bake sale, cotton candy, carnival games, bounce houses, a gaga pit (new this year!), bubble play, the sensory room, prizes and more! We are so thankful for all of the middle school, high school, and parent volunteers who helped to make this event possible.
Our June began with our final General Meeting of the school year, which included elections for the Executive Board for the 2026-27 school year. We thank our outgoing Spirit Wear Director, Lehua Pagett, and our Volunteer Coordinator, Megan English, for all of their hard work this year and we welcome in Margaret Feeley as our new Volunteer Coordinator.
For more information on EEHSP happenings: Join our mailing list & the EEHSP Facebook Group
STHS Social Worker Lauren Foster Recognized for Outstanding Service
Congratulations to Lauren Foster on receiving The Maryella Hitt Advocacy Award, presented to the individual/s or organization that exemplifies true advocacy for mental illness by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Lauren's impact on and support of our district's students and families is greatly appreciated!
Well Wishes for our Retirees!
Thank you and Happy Retirement to our team members from across the district! We asked each of our retirees for a photo of their plans for retirement, and they delivered! We were also happy to celebrate them all at our May 18th Board meeting with a certificate of recognition for their years of service and a weekender travel bag to use on their future adventures!
District Calendar
The 2026-2027 calendar is anticipated to have one final change, to be approved at the Regular Business Meeting on June 16th. If approved, the April half-day for students will be moved to April 30th, to coincide with the HS Prom. The Prom was moved to avoid a conflict with Passover. Once approved, the website will be updated to reflect this change.
To view the new calendars, select from the links here:
Fall Athletics at STHS
Fall Athletic Registration is OPEN!
Fall athletic registration is officially open! All PIAA Physicals will be collected through Family ID/Arbiter Sports. PIAA CIPPE Forms must be dated by an appropriate medical examiner on, or after, May 1st, 2026, to be considered valid for the 2026-2027 school year. All registrations that are submitted with CIPPE Forms dated prior to 5/1/2026 will not be accepted.
You can view instructions on how to register for fall sports here: School Website
The following High School Fall Sports will begin on August 10th:
Golf
Football
The following High School Fall Sports will begin on August 17th:
Boys Cross Country
Boys Soccer
Boys Water Polo
Cheerleading
Field Hockey
Girls Cross Country
Girls Soccer
Girls Tennis
Girls Volleyball
Girls Water Polo
Springfield Township Education Foundation Sponsors Staff Recognition Program
We would like to thank STEF for another terrific year of support for our programs and students! Over the six years STEF has been in existence, the Foundation has dedicated time, expertise and financial resources to support STEM, science, and music education in Springfield Township. They have also funded $2,500 in scholarships for graduating seniors each spring.
If you would like to learn more about how to support STEF, or you would like to recognize a district staff member for their service this year, please visit their website! Thank you!
