SHS Scholastic Bowl went 2-1 at home tonight with wins vs Erie-Prophetstown and United Township and a close loss to Rock Falls.
Sophomore Jacob Straw leads the way with 12 tossups, followed by senior captain Jubraan Alkhalaf and senior Lindsey O'Brien with 11 tossups each.
Wednesday is a PLC Early Dismissal for SPS. Jefferson and Franklin dismiss at 2:05 (normal dismissal for preschool) Washington and Lincoln dismiss at 1:55 CMS dismisses at 2:00 SHS dismisses at 1:55
Are you interested in subbing for Sterling Public Schools? If so, contact Samantha O'Keefe at sokeefe@sps5.org or call 815-626-5050 ext. 1610.
Wednesday is a PLC Early Dismissal for SPS. Jefferson and Franklin dismiss at 2:05 (normal dismissal for preschool) Washington and Lincoln dismiss at 1:55 CMS dismisses at 2:00 SHS dismisses at 1:55
Do you want to be a teacher? If you have a Bachelor’s Degree in any area, there is a way to have your teaching degree paid for! If interested, visit goldenapple.org/accelerators. The application deadline is 1/15/25. For questions, please email Dr. Sara Dail at sdail@sps5.org.
SPS is Hiring! For questions, please email Dr. Sara Dail at sdail@sps5.org. To apply, visit www.sterlingpublicschools.org and click APPLY NOW in the. upper-right hand corner.
SHS Student Council is hosting a blood drive on Monday, December 2 from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm in the field house.
Students may sign up through the American Red Cross website or by contacting Mrs. Schlemmer or Mrs. Alexis Ruiz.
There are plenty of slots available and those who donate get two pairs of holiday socks - one to keep and one to give away!
Good Morning,
SPS will have a number of late buses due to some road construction and lane closures along some of the out of town routes. We apologize for this inconvenience. First Student is working to make sure all students are picked up safely and as quickly as possible. To check on bus status, please call First Student at 815-625-7933
Last week to get your orders in for the Golden Warrior Baseball Club fundraiser! Perfect gifts for the holidays!
SHS Scholastic Bowl sweeps the competition at the Rochelle Quad last night!
Ottawa 210-40
Kaneland 160-150
Rochelle 210-130
Sophomore Jacob Straw leads the way with 10 tossups followed by Captain Jubraan Alkhalaf with 8.
Today, the Sterling High School Madrigals had the honor of performing at the Veterans Day Ceremony held at the Centennial Auditorium. The event, hosted by the Sterling American Legion, brought our community together to pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served our country. The ceremony opened with remarks from Mike Wolber, who spoke beautifully on the character of a veteran—highlighting their courage, dedication, and resilience.
Thank you to our veterans for your service and sacrifice. Happy Veterans Day!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1q5-xfL7pzy-pk0bZIs-y93BXABGGHd-n/view?usp=sharing
SPS Students & Parents,
The following link contains my Veterans Day edition of Superintendent's Update. Please let me know if you have any questions, Dr. Everett
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sax5Q_Smx0SjMDOFTImkZnDMOb458J4adzC2KQk9j9s/edit?usp=sharing
If you have a Master’s in Social Work, but not School Social Work certification (PEL), we have options! Contact Dr. Sara Dail at sdail@sps5.org with questions.
Just a reminder that Tuesday is a state holiday. SPS will not have school on 11/5/24.
Tuesday, November 5 is a state holiday. SPS will not have school on 11/5/24.
Mrs. Record’s AP Environmental Science class practiced core sampling with rainbow cupcakes today. They were tasked with predicting the inside layers of the cupcake and applying this model to real-world applications such as city planning and drilling.
Sterling Public Schools is hiring a School Social Worker at Lincoln and a Special Education Assistant at Challand Middle School. To apply go to www.sterlingpublicschools.org and click Apply Now in the upper right hand corner.
SHS Theater Director and Scenic Designer Tim Schlegel was honored today by staff for being the recipient of the NFHS Theater Educator of the Year award by the state of Illinois. Tim's impact at SHS is immeasurable as many of our students and staff can attest. Congratulations, Tim!
All 6 SPS schools recognized as Commendable by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)!
ISBE just released its annual school designations, and we could not be more proud of our students and staff. For complete information, please read Superintendent’s Update_10.30.24.
Google Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l_nc9Fq2RiLjbQ0_9gN1PC_KB0lgDVcclYG_na57iv0/edit?usp=sharing
Wednesday is a School Improvement Half Day. Jefferson and Franklin dismiss at 11:30 (No AM or PM Preschool)) Lincoln and Washington dismiss at 11:20 CMS and SHS dismiss at 11:25.