Cardinal Call

We made it! Happy last week of the school year to all the students, teachers, and staff! As we wrap up our final instructional days this week, please finalize any work that needs to be completed prior to staff departure on Friday. Students, please remember we have a half day on Thursday, and the school day ends at 12:15 PM. Administration will clear the building at this time, other than sports still in season, so that staff can complete their work. We are very excited for graduation on Friday, and look forward to seeing our seniors at the Alliant Energy Center. Graduation begins at 7:30 PM.

Sincerely,

Jim Ertel

Principal

Tuesday, June 9th: Class photo & Elementary/Middle School Walkthrough

• Arrive ON TIME to School (8:35) in cap & gown & go directly to the gym. We do not wait for students for the photo. We must stay on schedule so that we can visit the elementary schools.

Friday, June 12th: Graduation is at 7:30 pm at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum

• Please review these slides for arrival time (6:30) and procedures Graduation Info Slides

Students, please check in with your teachers about your end of semester deadlines. Unlike semester one, we do not offer incompletes at the end of the second semester. When the school year is over, the only way to recover credit is through summer school.

6/12/26: Teacher contracts end for the 2025/2026 school year. All grades must be submitted to the registrar.

Reminder: Spring semester grades affect fall athletic eligibility. If you have questions about this, please reach out to your coach or the athletic office.

Students, LINKED HERE is the information for our field day on Wednesday 6/10. Also, pictured below is the schedule for the day. Thank you!

During this year's Prairie Fire Art and Music festival we had the honor of dedicating a space in our commons as a permanent art gallery. Thank you to our art department as well as the Sun Prairie Education Foundation for sponsoring this space. Not only will the gallery be a location for students to display their work publicly, it will also serve as a tool in teaching students about curation and thematic displays.

The gallery is named after longtime educator Jennifer Rogers who was an art instructor at Sun Prairie High School/East for over 30 years. She, along with her family, were able to join us for the dedication.

Our students had a little fun during SP30/WIN last week showing off their school spirit in a lip dub video. You can check it out below.

If your student has an elevator fob, please have them return it to Nurse Rhonda.

Reminder, all fobs need to be returned by June 11th at noon, otherwise a $25 charge will be incurred.

The linked letter highlights next school year's upcoming incoming 9th grade events. This letter has also been shared with the middle schools.

Please review the annual letter form our technology department, HERE. If you have questions please reach out to Anne Stanislawski at acstani@sunpraireschools.org or, Curt Mould at cdmould@sunprairieschools.org. Thank you!

Linked below is the Band program newsletter.

Linked below is the June French Newsletter.

What is the PSAT/NMSQT?

The PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT) (National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) is a test for our Juniors and can serve as a practice version of the SAT that helps you get familiar with the types of questions and format you’ll see on college entrance exams. It measures your skills in reading, writing, and math — the same skills that are important for college success. In addition, the NMSQT portion of the exam allows students to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program. High-performing juniors may earn recognition, scholarship opportunities, and academic distinctions that can strengthen college applications.

Is the PSAT/NMSQT required?

No, the PSAT is optional. You are not required to take it, and colleges do not ask for or look at your PSAT scores during the admissions process.

Why take the PSAT/NMSQT?

Even though it’s optional, here are some reasons why it can be beneficial for students:

• Practice for the SAT: The PSAT gives you a realistic test experience so you can see what to expect on the SAT and where you might want to improve.
  

• Scholarship opportunities: Juniors who take the PSAT may qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program.
  

• College readiness check: Your PSAT results can help you understand how prepared you are for college-level work and what skills to strengthen.

Can any grade level take it?

The test is intended for juniors; however, sophomores are welcome to take it for practice. Please note that only juniors are eligible for the National Merit Scholarship, so sophomores will not qualify for it.

Are there FEES?

Yes, $18.00 - The PSAT test fee must be paid through Infinite Campus. After the form closes, the fee will appear in Infinite Campus on Monday September 14, 2026. *Fee waivers may be available for qualifying students.

Accommodations needed?

Students with disabilities who wish to apply for PSAT accommodations make their request in writing via email to the school’s PSAT coordinator by Monday August 31, 2026. The College Board will review applications and approve or deny requests that are made. The test date comes up early in the fall semester; therefore it is critical to start this process early. If you do not notify the PSAT coordinator by Monday August 31, 2026, that your child will need accommodations for the PSAT, your child will not receive accommodations for the test.

Important: If you would like to take the PSAT exam during the fall of the 2025-2026 school year on Wednesday October 14th, 2026, please complete the attached Google Form by 11:59 PM Friday, September 11, 2026. No exceptions.

For more details or questions, feel free to reach out to Ms. Thao at pthao@sunprairieschools.org

PSAT/NMSQT GOOGLE FORM.

Athletics & Activities Director

Congratulations to our softball team on a Sectional Championship and earning a spot in the WIAA state tournament! Coach Weber was also named the Big 8 softball coach of the year.

Congratulations to our track team on winning the Girls Wheelchair State Championship! Coach Maughan was also named Big 8 Track Coach of the year.

Congratulations to our baseball team on earning a Regional Championship!

A big thank you to our baseball team, their supporters and families. They raised $32,939.15 for cancer research during their strike out cancer event.

Congratulations to our Softball and Girls Track & Field Team on their 2026 Big 8 Conference Championships this spring! We honored those teams as well as our Science Olympiad and Battle of the Books in our recent Spring Celebration Parade!

Sun Prairie United Ultimate Frisbee just completed a successful season in which we placed 4th out of 14 teams in our Madison area league and 5th out of 14 teams at our annual state tournament. We honored our eight graduating seniors with some truly memorable moments this spring, including an historic comeback from five points down against Lebanon High School (OH) at the Neuqua Knockout tournament in Rockford and a win on universe point against Verona at the Bank of Sun Prairie Stadium on senior night. We look forward to building another strong team heading into the 2026-27 school year; reach out to Coach Creed Hansen (cbhanse@sunprairieschools.org) if you're interested in learning more about how to join Sun Prairie United Ultimate Frisbee!

Please remember that spring semester grades impact fall athletic eligibility; stay strong until the end and make sure you are passing your classes!

Important Dates for those planning ahead…

• June 1: Summer Contact Days begin

• June 11: Last Day of School

• June 13: WIAA State Lacrosse Championships here at BOSP Stadium at Ashley Field

• July 6: Fall Sports Registration opens on infinite campus

• July 9: Free Sports Physicals through the Wellness clinic for students who qualify

• July 16: Free Sports Physicals through the Wellness clinic for students who qualify

• Aug 1- Aug 16: Twedell Family Fieldhouse closed for resurfacing

• Aug 4: Football Begins

• Aug 10: Girls Golf Begins

• Aug 11: Girls Tennis, Girls Swim/Dive Begins

• Aug 17: Boys & Girls Volleyball, Cross Country, and Boys Soccer Begins

• Sept 1: First day of 26-27 school year

• October 7: Homecoming Parade 6pm

• October 10: SP East Homecoming Dance

Sun Prairie East FFA is hosting a Candle Fundraiser to support our travel to FFA National Convention. Anyone can purchase Candles, Wax Melts, or Fidget Sniffers. The costs are:

Candles - $18

Wax Melts - $5

Fidget Sniffers - $3.50 individually or 3 for $10

All proceeds from the fundraiser will be used to support the travel costs for individual FFA members.

You can order online anytime until August 2nd by visiting this website: https://orderform.countrylights.net/

Need help ordering online? - Follow the instructions in this link.

Want to smell the candles or learn more about the products/fundraiser - email jhcapod@sunprairieschools.org

Please see the linked information for upcoming contests.

Sun Prairie East High School

Principal: Jim Ertel

Asst. Principal: Pang Khang, Allison Fuelling

Main Office: 608-834-6703

Website: https://www.sunprairieschools.org/east-high
Location: 888 Grove Street, Sun Prairie WI 53590