Cardinal Call
Greetings, Cardinals!
I hope everyone was able to enjoy the warmer weather this weekend. As we wrap up winter, our Cardinals have also been very active outside the classroom; Ms. Boberg has a number of highlights about current and past athletic and activities events and celebrations. Let's have a great week!
Sincerely,
Jim Ertel
Principal
IC Updates Coming
Infinite Campus is changing ecommerce providers, meaning that the back-end of the finance system for payments made in the Parent Portal will be changing. This will require all families to re-enter their payment information for lunch fees and other fees that are paid with stored bank/credit card information. This will impact all users of Infinite Campus, as we only accept electronic payments. This will have the biggest impact on caregivers who rely on the automated lunch account replenishment feature that automatically adds funds to a student’s IC lunch account when the account gets close to zero. The process for entering financial information is typical and customary and should be familiar to anyone who has made electronic payments. Information about the change, including clear instructions, will be sent to caregivers in the coming weeks. The change-over is scheduled for Spring Break.
Classroom Obervations - February 18th
On February 18th, Sun Prairie administrators and educators will be participating in classroom walkthroughs as part of our instructional framework fidelity tool implementation process. What that means for students is that you will likely see extra adults in your classrooms. Have no fear! These SPASD educators will be in classrooms so that they can provide feedback to building-level administrators about instruction across classes. Your teachers are also aware that these walkthroughs will be happening. If you have any questions, please check in with a member of the administrative team. Thank you!
RESCHEDULED: Pizza with a Purpose
Building on the spirit of Equity in Action: Community Conversations, the Department of Systemic Equity and Inclusion is excited to launch the first-ever Pizza with a Purpose. This informal gathering creates space for community members to come together, enjoy a slice, and engage in meaningful conversation about the district’s equity work.
Pizza with a Purpose brings the equity conversation out of the district and into the community, increasing access, connection, and shared understanding. The focus will be on the district’s Equity Framework and its five focus areas, highlighting the initiatives and strategies that guide our work. This is a structured space for listening, learning, and dialogue centered on collaboration and growth.
Come for the pizza. Stay for the purpose. Your voice matters.
When:
Saturday, February 21, 2026
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Where:
Pizza Ranch
682 S. Grand Ave, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Spring Standardized Testing
Dear 11th Grade Scholars, Families, and Caregivers,
On Tuesday, March 10, all SPASD 11th grade scholars will participate in the ACT during the school day. Students will test at their primary school site (Sun Prairie East, Sun Prairie West, or PPA for JEDI scholars). Only 11th graders report to school.
The ACT is Wisconsin’s state-required assessment for juniors, is free to students, and is an important opportunity for students to demonstrate their learning and readiness for college and career pathways.
🎯 Why the ACT?
The ACT allows students to:
Demonstrate academic learning and skills
Show college and career readiness
Decide whether to share scores with colleges and scholarship programs
ACT results are also used for:
State and district accountability reporting
Schoolwide reflection on strengths and growth areas
📝 Registration
Students will pre-register at school during the week of March 2 utilizing a personal email
📚 Test Preparation & Resources
Free ACT Prep is available through Methodize in Xello
(Students Log in → scroll to the bottom → select Methodize Test Prep)Additional ACT preparation resources will be shared by school staff
🔍 Test Day Details (March 10)
What to bring:
Picture ID
Fully charged Chromebook and charger
May bring ACT-approved calculators
What not to bring (Items will be secured in a locked/supervised location):
Backpacks or large bag
Cell phones, smart watches, or other electronics
Food or drinks
Important notes:
Students arriving after testing begins will be scheduled for the make-up test on March 17
Dismissal will be at 1pm. Students with individualized testing schedules will receive additional communication from assessment coordinators.
ℹ️ Additional Information
Testing room assignments and schedules will be shared closer to the test date
Students testing with accommodations through an IEP, 504 Plan, or Multilianguage Learner Plan will receive additional details
Family resources:
📊 Results
Scores will be available in myACT several weeks after testing
Paper score reports are mailed 3–8 weeks after testing
Students choose whether to send scores to colleges and may add schools in myACT up to two days after testing (as long as they pre-register); students can make selections as part of the pre-registration process during the week of March 2
Thank you for partnering with us to support our 11th grade scholars during this important milestone. We look forward to a smooth, supportive testing experience for all students.
With appreciation,
SPASD Assessment Team
Our Cardinals have been active this winter, and the accomplishments are rolling in. Congratulations to the teams and organizations that have completed their seasons and best of luck to those that are starting their playoff runs. Go Cards!
Jenna Boberg, CAA
Athletics & Activities Director
Big 8 Conference Champions - Individual Girls Wrestling
Congratulations to Nora Ly Tong-Pao for winning her weight class at the Girls Big 8 Conference Wrestling Tournament this weekend!
In our first official season of Sun Prairie East Girls Wrestling, this is a huge accomplishment and an exciting step forward for the entire team. We’re proud of the strong foundation this program is building!
Spring Sports Registration
Spring sports registration is now open! If your student is interested in any of the following sports make sure you get signed up on Infinite Campus!
Track - Boys and Girls starts March 09, 2026
Lacrosse - Boys and Girls (CO-OP) starts March 16, 2026
Softball starts March 16, 2026
Baseball starts March 23, 2026
Soccer - Girls starts March 23, 2026
Golf - Boys starts March 30, 2026
Tennis - Boys (CO-OP) starts March 30, 2026
Sun Prairie East High School
Principal: Jim Ertel
Asst. Principal: Pang Khang, Rachel Looper
Main Office: 608-834-6703
Website: https://www.sunprairieschools.org/east-high
Location: 888 Grove Street, Sun Prairie WI 53590