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.
SHS Key Club and Student Council are collecting donations for Plant City, FL following Hurricane Milton. Please drop off your donations in room 141 by November 8!
🍂✨ There's just something about the beauty of fall on the Sterling High School campus! 🍁Feeling grateful for this season and our amazing school community. Who else loves this time of year? 💛💙 #FallVibes #SterlingPride #GoWarriors
The Introduction to Education class and Future Educator Club attended the annual Illinois State University Future Teacher Conference with Mrs. Johnson and Dr. Dail. They enjoyed listening to special guest speakers, learning about a variety of education pathways, and watching the Gamma Phi circus perform! Many of these current SHS students hope to someday have classrooms of their own. Lets hope they all come back to Sterling Public Schools 💙🍎💛
Celebrating National Principals Month by giving a huge shoutout to our outstanding Sterling Public Schools principals! 🌟
Your commitment, leadership, and care make a world of difference for our students, staff, and community. Every day, you go above and beyond to create a welcoming, inspiring, and safe space for all. We’re so grateful for each of you! 💙💛
There is a lot to celebrate from Quarter 1 for SHS students. Way to go, Warriors!!! 💙💛
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
Wednesday is a PLC Early Dismissal for SPS 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
SHS Travel Club visited Maquoketa Caves yesterday and enjoyed an amazing 2 mile hike through this beautiful trail system. These travelers were such intrepid spelunkers, climbing into tight spaces and encouraging one another to explore! These Warriors were truly one with nature. 🦇 🥾 🌲
Today, Mrs. Record’s AP environmental science students completed an environmental assessment of Starved Rock State Park. They learned the importance of leave no trace and the impact humans have on natural places.
Wednesday is a PLC Early Dismissal for SPS 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