We will be transitioning to a new robo communication system on Sept 27. This new system will operate in a similar fashion to our existing one where the district can send you emails, texts and voice phone calls to disseminate information from the district and for emergencies.

Emails and voice calls will continue to be sent to all phone numbers and emails we have on file for you in our PowerSchool system without any interaction needed from you. What we do need from you is for you to opt in for text messages. Texts will only be sent to your cellular device if you opt in for receiving these texts.

To opt in you can scan the QR code in the attached flyer or you can text “Y” back to 67587 from all cellular devices that you would like to receive these notifications on. You can do this now or at your earliest convenience to be preemptively opted in.

We will also be sending an opt in text to all cellular phone numbers we currently have on file in or PowerSchool system to you on Sept 25th so you can opt in at that time also by responding “y” to that text. We are sending this communication to you now so you can preemptively opt in by texting “Y” to 67587 or preemptively opt out by texting “Stop” to 67587

If you experience any issues receiving communications from the new system, please email Steelton-HighspireSchoolDist@shsd.k12.pa.us

Elementary Picture Day: October 2, 2024

Retake Day: November 13, 2024

How It Works:

1. Pre-order today on mylifetouch.com using Picture Day ID: EVT34CZVT

2. Students are photographed on Picture Day

3. Orders will be sent home with your student after Picture Day

Questions about Elementary picture day should be directed to Mrs. Detz, JDetz@shsd.k12.pa.us

Jr/Sr High School Picture Day: October 8, 2024

Retake Day: November 19, 2024

How It Works:

1. Pre-order today on mylifetouch.com using Picture Day ID: EVTBM3VZ4

2. Students are photographed on Picture Day

3. Orders will be sent home with your student after Picture Day

Questions about Jr/Sr High School picture day should be directed to Ms. Thorne, TThorne@shsd.k12.pa.us

Ms. Smith's Personal Finance classes are collaborating with a nonprofit organization called Financially Lit, led by Ms. Nicole Best and Mr. Merrick Green. They are generously guest teaching our classes on Tuesdays for eight weeks, providing essential financial knowledge at no cost! While this course is typically offered to adults for a fee, we’re fortunate to have their expertise available to our students for free. The students will learn effective money management skills to help them avoid financial hardships in the future. Ms. Smith is confident that this information will pave the way for their financial success!

Mrs. Jones' Chemistry class tackled metric unit conversions this week. In our lab, we made chocolate cake in a mug, applying unit conversions for 1, 2, and 4 servings.

The Steelton-Highspire Elementary Student Council is holding a Socktober Donation Drive!

During the month of October, we are accepting donations of new in package socks, underwear, gloves and hats. All donations will benefit families in the Steelton-Highspire School District.

Students, families, and community members can drop off donations in the elementary office, Dr. Kinnarney’s office (204) or Ms. Schaffer’s room (139) at the elementary building.

Please join us in congratulating our newest 4th grade Student Council representatives! These young leaders are excited to do great things this school year.

Homecoming season is here! Our Jr/Sr high school students will kick off homecoming with a Spirit Week from October 7-11, 2024.

The themes for each day are as follows:

10/7 Pajama Day

Wear PJ's today

10/8 Tacky Tourist Day

Dress like a tourist

10/9 Barbie vs Oppenheimer

Pick your favorite of these two films and dress the part

10/10 2000's Day

Dress in trends from the 2000's

10/11 Our House

Dress in school colors and/or Roller Gear to show your school pride.

Our high school homecoming celebrations will wrap up with a Homecoming dance on Saturday, October 12th from 7-11pm in the HS gym. This event is for students in grades 9-12 only. Tickets are $15 for one person and $25 for a couple. Tickets will be on sale during lunches and after school.

Homecoming is quickly approaching and our K-6 grade students are eager to show their support with a Homecoming Spirit Week of their own. Spirit week will take place from October 7-11, 2024.

The themes for each day are as follows:

10/7 Heroes & Villains

Dress like your favorite superhero or villian

10/8 Blast from the Past

Dress for your favorite decade (70's, 80's, 90's, 2000's)

10/9 Teacher-Student Swap

Teachers dress like students and students dress like teachers

10/10 Grade Color Battle

Each grade wears the color designated on the flyer below

10/11 Can't Hide Our Pride

Dress in school colors and/or Roller Gear to show your school pride.

Calling all ghosts & goblins! Join the Steelton-Highspire Intergovernmental Committee on Sunday, October 27th from 5:30-8pm for our Trunk or Treat and Ghostly Gala event. Students in grades K-6 are invited to participate in Trunk or Treat outdoors from 5:30-6:30pm, followed by the Ghostly Gala and Costume Contest indoors from 6:30-8pm.

Registration is required and can be completed online by scanning the QR code on the flyer below, or by visiting: https://tinyurl.com/HalloweenGala

Trunk or Treat is open to children of all ages, while the Ghostly Gala and Costume Contest is open to students in grades K-6.

Join the Steelton-Highspire Intergovernmental Committee on Sunday, October 27th, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM for our Trunk or Treat! We are looking for community members, leaders & businesses interested in decorating their vehicle & handing out treats to the kids! Please complete the Google form at this link to sign up: https://forms.gle/XjsTXhtUZnsU4Hn5A

If you require additional information, please contact Jenna Condran at JCondran@shsd.k12.pa.us

The Salvation Army Harrisburg Capital City Region Christmas Assistance Program provides toys and clothing for children up to age 18, senior adoptions and holiday food assistance for adult households who qualify in our service area. This year applications will be submitted on-line, with in-person documentation review. Please review the eligibility requirements below, prior to moving forward in the process.

Limited phone/zoom applications will be available if an accommodation is needed. The items you receive are not guaranteed but are based on the donations received and item availability. Visit the link below for more information and to apply.

Attention students in grades 9-12!

Scholarship Essay Contest

National Sojourners, Inc - Harrisburg, Chapter No.76

Prompt: Describe how the "Preamble" of the Declaration of Independence is still relevant today.

Visit the link below for more information or stop by the Jr/Sr High School Counseling Office.

National Sojourners Essay Contest Information Packet

The Steelton-Highspire School District will follow the below admittance procedures for home varsity football games:

• Any students/children in grades K-8 and non-school-aged children must be accompanied and supervised for the duration of the game by a paying adult and/or season pass holder for all home football games.
• Steelton-Highspire students in grades 9-12 may purchase a ticket at the gate only if they have their school ID or PowerSchool information.
• School students (grades 9-12) of the visiting/away team, must have a student ID, student ticket, or signed permission slip issued by the visiting/away team School District to purchase a ticket at the gate.
• Non-Steelton-Highspire students that are not students from the opposing team in grades 9-12, may purchase a ticket at the gate, only if accompanied by an adult.

In addition:

• Students will not be permitted to bring backpacks/bags into the stadium.
• No face coverings such as ski masks, full-face coverings, or bandanas will be allowed. Exceptions will be made for religious clothing.
• There will be no re-admittance for any spectator during the game.

Thank you for your continued support of our student-athletes, band members, and everyone else who works hard to create a positive and fun atmosphere at our football games.

School Counselor for grades K-3: Mrs. Lopez, glopez@shsd.k12.pa.us

School Counselor for grades 4-6: Mrs. Rash, jrash@shsd.k12.pa.us

School Counselor for grades 7-9: Ms. Sunday, BSunday@shsd.k12.pa.us

School Counselor for grades 10-12: Mrs. Albert, AAlbert@shsd.k12.pa.us

College & Career Counselor K-12: Mrs. Hume LHume@shsd.k12.pa.us

Transition and Co-Op Coordinator: Mrs. Warner MWarner@shsd.k12.pa.us

School Counseling Office Administrative Assistant: Ms. Navickas, JNavickas@shsd.k12.pa.us

• 10/2: School Board Committee of the Whole Meeting, 5:00pm
• 10/2: Elementary Picture Day
• 10/8: Jr/Sr HIgh School Picture Day
• 10/9: School Board Legislative Meeting, 5:30pm
• 10/11: Early Dismissal for Students - Staff In-Service
• 10/14: Schools and Offices Closed - Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day

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