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Announcing Our New Superintendent
The Board has approved Dr. Daphne Kirkpatrick as SGASD’s next superintendent. Read her full biography and the official announcement on the Superintendent Search webpage.
It’s Time for Kindergarten Registration
Enroll your child today for the 2026-27 school year.
Let’s get your future Rocket ready for lift-off!
Developing Our Shared Vision for SGASD
The Rocket Promise Citizens Advisory Committee is developing a shared vision and renewed commitment for the learning environment and culture we want for all Spring Grove students.
Friendship and Fun
A full day of fun and friendship for students, hosted by the SGAHS Friends and Fun Club with support from the Special Education Department.
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.
District News
Read about all the great things happening in the Spring Grove Area School District.
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SGAMS Students Earn Top Honors in VFW Voice of Democracy Essay Competition
Spring Grove students earned multiple top 10 finishes in the competition!
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Spring Grove Choir Students Shine at York County Junior Honors Choral Festival
27 Spring Grove choir students performed at the Festival, representing 10 school districts from York County.
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SGAHS Freshman Chloe Shives Sets New School Record at YAIAA Championships
Congratulations, Chloe!
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New Salem Elementary Philo Project TEAM Students
These students exemplified positive change, the characteristic of Project TEAM character Philo.
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Spring Grove Students Selected for 2026 PMEA District 7 Jazz Festival
Congratulations Bryan, Emma, AJ, and Ben!
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January SGAMS Students of the Month
These Rockets are reaching for the stars!
District Announcements
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Enroll your child today for the 2026-27 school year. Let’s get your future Rocket ready for lift-off!
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Take the survey and learn about the Rocket Promise and Portrait of a Graduate—a shared vision and renewed commitment for the learning environment and culture we want for all Spring Grove students.
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Spring Grove Area School District is beginning the process of searching for our next Superintendent of Schools, and we are committed to keeping our community informed as we begin this important work.
Upcoming Events
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New Salem Elementary
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Did You Know?
Quick Facts About the Spring Grove Area School District.
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Winner of the 2024 "Most Innovative Workplace Wellness Program" Award
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.
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Best Communities for Music Education - 13 Years in a Row!
The NAMM Foundation has named Spring Grove Area School District one of the Best Communities for Music Education for the thirteenth 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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U.S. News Best High School
Spring Grove Area High School received the 2024-2025 U.S. News Best High School Award. SGAHS proudly ranks in the top 27% in the state and the top 28% in the nation.
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2025 Niche Best School
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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Rocket Wellness Center for Staff
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.