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Kindergarten Registration
SGASD is now registering students for kindergarten for the 2025-26 school year. Visit our enrollment webpage to learn how to register your child.
National Athletic Training Month
Our Rockets are stronger and safer thanks to our amazing Athletic Trainers, Marina Rohrbaugh and Paige Landes! March is National Athletic Training Month, and we want to recognize their dedication to keeping our student-athletes healthy and performing at their best. Thank you for all you do!
Spring Grove Mini-THON Students Raise $77,425.18
Congratulations to all the students who participated and made a difference in their community! Thank you to our Mini-THON advisors, Ms. Loni Kress, Ms. Shelby Boone, Ms. Laura Triantafyllou, and the Mini-THON Leadership Team for making this event a success! Our community’s total contribution since 2003 has been $1,389,155.35 for Four Diamonds at Penn State Children's Hospital.
Family Fitness Fun Night
Third and fourth-grade students and their families had a blast at Family Fitness Fun Night organized by our fantastic elementary physical education teachers! From Chopstick Noodles to Hungry Caterpillars, Frisbee Attack, and Basketball Spot Shot, the night was filled with energy and excitement.
Mock Trial Students Win District Championship
Spring Grove's Mock Trial Team 1 is the 2025 District Champion! It was a Spring Grove vs. Spring Grove championship, with Team 1 claiming victory and Team 3 finishing as runner-up. Congratulations to both teams!
Bravo to the Cast and Crew of The Music Man!
Your talent, dedication, and hard work shined on stage. Thank you for bringing this incredible production to life!
Photo credit: Dave Brown
Go, Rockets!
Winter Cheer recognized youth cheerleaders from SGYAA during youth night at a varsity basketball game.
Mission & Vision
Our Mission
To challenge and motivate all students to attain their full potential.
Our Vision
All students experience Learning Without Limits every day.
New Salem Elementary News
Read about all the great things happening at New Salem Elementary School.
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These students exemplified positive change, the characteristic of Project TEAM character Ruby.
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These students exemplified positive change, the characteristic of Project TEAM character Philo.
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Keeping our students and staff safe is a responsibility we take seriously, and preparation plays a key role in that commitment.
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They shared innovative ways to integrate technology into the classroom.
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Students practiced their retelling and sequencing skills, demonstrating their comprehension in creative ways.
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The SGAHS National Honor Society successfully collected 6,658.8 pounds of food!
New Salem Elementary Announcements
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Bring in your dollars and coins from March 18 - April 1 to support SGASF scholarships for seniors.
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The scramble on May 17th benefits the district-wide Backpack Program that provides weekend meals for students in need.
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Did You Know?
Fun facts about SGASD and New Salem Elementary School.
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The Workplace Wellness Awards program from the Central Penn Business Group on Health recognizes businesses and organizations that have demonstrated outstanding commitment to improving the health and well-being of their employees.
We are absolutely thrilled to win this prestigious award and deeply grateful to our outstanding Rocket Wellness Committee members, composed of dedicated staff who organize and spearhead a multitude of wellness programs, activities, and initiatives for our colleagues. This accolade highlights our commitment to fostering a thriving workplace culture.
![Best Communities for Music Education Graphic. BCME proud.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1712577986/sgasdcom/rbjkhhs4rccdmpxmfcgi/BestCommunitiesforMusicEducation.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1712577986/sgasdcom/rbjkhhs4rccdmpxmfcgi/BestCommunitiesforMusicEducation.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1712577986/sgasdcom/rbjkhhs4rccdmpxmfcgi/BestCommunitiesforMusicEducation.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1712577986/sgasdcom/rbjkhhs4rccdmpxmfcgi/BestCommunitiesforMusicEducation.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1712577986/sgasdcom/rbjkhhs4rccdmpxmfcgi/BestCommunitiesforMusicEducation.jpg","width":1400}])
The NAMM Foundation has named Spring Grove Area School District one of the Best Communities for Music Education for the twelfth consecutive year. The designation is a testament to the District's outstanding commitment to music education, which is made possible by our dedicated music teachers, students, supportive staff, Music Boosters, and our Rocket community.
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Spring Grove Area High School received the 2023-2024 U.S. News Best High School Award. SGAHS proudly ranks in the top 21% in the state and the top 25% in the nation.
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Spring Grove Area School District was awarded the 2025 Niche Best Schools designation. Niche offers K-12 school rankings by state based on stats, test scores, and school ratings.
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Spring Grove Area School District staff and substitutes have access to a dedicated health center in the district with 24/7 access to a primary care provider. The Rocket Wellness Center represents a tremendous opportunity to improve the general health of our community through easier access to care that will be free or low cost for the employee and spend fewer taxpayer dollars.