The "LAST" Howl for the Year!
May 26, 2026
To further support the bell-to-bell cell phone policy implemented in Fall 2025, we will be introducing a universal classroom cell phone collection system across the building beginning this upcoming school year. Throughout the past year, students, staff, and families provided valuable feedback regarding the challenges created by inconsistent classroom procedures related to cell phones. One of the most common themes we heard was that varying expectations from room to room made the policy more difficult for both students and staff to implement successfully and consistently.
In response, our school has worked collaboratively to develop a universal system that creates greater consistency, predictability, and clarity across all classrooms and learning spaces. Each classroom will be equipped with a cell phone caddy where students will place their phones at the beginning of class and retrieve them at the end of the period. These caddies will be placed in a location that is monitored by the teacher and away from doorways for security purposes. This consistent process is intended to reduce instructional disruptions, increase student focus and engagement, minimize conflicts surrounding phones during class time, and support a stronger overall learning environment for all students.
Research continues to show that frequent phone access during instruction can negatively impact attention, learning retention, classroom participation, peer interaction, and overall student wellness. By creating a consistent schoolwide process, we aim to help students be more present during learning, strengthen classroom culture, and ensure that expectations are clear and equitable across the building.
Prior to implementation, students will participate in lessons focused on the purpose behind the system, procedures and expectations, and the importance of maintaining focused learning environments. Additional information regarding classroom procedures and family supports will be shared before rollout.
We appreciate the partnership and support of our families as we continue working together to create safe, focused, and engaging learning environments where all students can be successful academically, socially, and emotionally.
If you have any questions, please submit the form below:
CELL PHONE POLICY QUESTION SUBMISSION
As the final bells ring and we officially wrap up another incredible school year, I wanted to take a moment to send a heartfelt thank you to each and every one of you.
Partnership is at the heart of everything we do here, and your support, patience, and dedication have been vital to our students' success this year.
Kind regards,
Peg Shoemaker
Principal
The last day for the Activity Bus will be Thursday, June 4.
Attention Seniors!
If you need your final transcript sent to your college, please order it through Parchment at www.parchment.com.
Important Reminder:
When placing your order, you MUST select “Hold for Grades.” This ensures your 2nd semester grades are included on your final transcript. If you do not select this option, your transcript may be sent immediately without your complete final records.
How to Order:
• Log in or create an account at parchment.com
• Select “Sun Prairie High School”
• Request your transcript for your college
• Click “Hold for Grades”
Final transcripts will be sent on or near June 19.
Pro Tip: Use a personal email address when creating your account. Your school email will be deactivated after graduation.
End-of-Year Field Day Donations Needed!
On the last full day of school (Wednesday, June 10th), students will participate in our End-of-Year Field Day celebration following our final Food Truck Lunch Event. Students will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities including lawn games, relay races, water activities, open recreation, and our featured events:
Staff vs. Student Volleyball
Staff vs. Student Kickball
To help make the event successful, we are looking for donations of:
Individual bags/variety packs of chips
Condiments (ketchup, mustard, relish, etc.)
Plates
Napkins
If you are willing to donate any items, please send them to the main office or have your student bring them to school by Tuesday, June 9th.
Thank you for helping us create a fun, positive, and memorable way to celebrate the end of the school year!
Missing something from your closet?
Not able to hydrate?
Missing miscellaneous stuff?
Forensics Team
Congrats Maha!
Washington DC!
FINAL REMINDER for students interested in participating in Work Based Learning in Fall 2026:
By June 5:
- Meet with Mrs. Griffin for an initial meeting, if you haven’t already done so.
- Submit the Sun Prairie Interest Form in Jobready.
By August 25:
- Secure a job and schedule the initial meeting between you, your employer and the school district.
- Schedules for first semester will be updated after your initial employer meeting takes place.
*Contact Mrs. Griffin with questions.
Last week the Adventure Education class took their annual field trip to Devil’s Lake State Park. Students could opt in to three different activities - fishing, moderate hike, or advanced hike.
Photos show the students on the advanced hike portion with Ms. Anderson.
They completed a full 6 mile loop around Devil’s Lake on a rainy Tuesday afternoon, climbing up to new heights and scaling down the cliffside.
Donations
We kindly invite you to support our school community by contributing to student recognition, staff appreciation efforts, and cap-and-gown assistance for graduating seniors. Your generosity helps us celebrate hard work, honor dedication, and ensure every student can walk proudly at graduation. Thank you for making a meaningful difference! Donations can now be made through the Infinite Campus school store. Donation Link
Event Guideliness
Please review the SPASD event guidelines. Our athletes are ready to take the field, stage, pool, court, pitch, course and so much more this school year. Together we will continue to make these fantastic, safe and enjoyable events for all.
All West students will need their student ID or if they have not yet received their 25/26 student ID, they will need to look up their Infinite Campus profile. This can be done in advance and screenshotted for quick access.
Building Hours
- Building opens at 8:05: Students may enter the building at 8:05 and will remain in the commons 8:20. Between 8:05-8:20 students may eat breakfast and socialize in the commons. At 8:20 students may begin to move to their classes.
- If your transportation situation makes it impossible to drop off your students later than 8:05 they will be allowed to stand in the vestibule (between the glass doors) until 8:05, particularly on inclement weather days
- Building Closes at 4:00: At 4:00pm the building closes daily. All students must be with an adult (coach, club/activity, 5th hour tutoring, etc) or leave the building for safety as we do not have supervision available after 4:00pm.
Please plan rides, drop off/pick up accordingly.
