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SPS wins award for attendance initiative
Springfield Public Schools wins a District of Distinction award for the Attend Today, Succeed Forever initiative.
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Elementary Olympiad builds confidence and community
The Springfield Public Schools’ Elementary Science Olympiad brought together nearly 200 students for hands-on science activities and competitions.
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Springfield Police, Greene County Sheriff partner with SPS for school bus stop-arm enforcement campaign
The Springfield Police Department and the Greene County Sheriff's Office are partnering with Springfield Public Schools to promote student safety during National School Bus Safety Week.
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SPS Teacher of the Year is a finalist for Missouri Teacher of the Year
SPS teacher Danielle O’Neil has been named a finalist for Missouri 2026 Teacher of the Year.
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Students and staff begin the 2025-2026 school year
At Springfield Public Schools, our doors are open.
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Delaware By the Numbers
Delaware serves as a special education hub school for some specialized programs.
318
Students
67
Staff
74
Years in operation
5:1
Student to staff ratio