Foundation for Springfield Public Schools

06/18/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out or donated to make the Devon Roberson Memorial Scholarship Concert such an incredible success! Because of your generosity and love for the music community, we are keeping Devon’s legacy alive and investing in the next generation of local talent. 🎸🥁

We are thrilled to officially introduce the 2026 Devon Roberson Memorial Scholarship recipient: Parkview High School student, Grant Dougherty!

🎥 Watch below as Foundation for SPS Board President Rhett Roberson sits down with Grant to discuss his musical journey, his future plans, and what this support means to him.

Join us in congratulating Grant, and thank you again for helping our students hit all the right notes. Live Like Devon! ❤️🎶

06/18/2026

Kickapoo High School Alums🏹🤎, the Alumni Tour is happening THIS SATURDAY!

Join us for a special tour to see how the "Poo" has evolved while keeping that Chief spirit alive. See what's new ✨, reminisce with old friends 🤗, and walk the campus that shaped you.

📅 Saturday, June 20 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM ✨

🤎 Invite a friend and reserve your spots: https://www.supportsps.org/kickapoo-alumni-tours/ 🎟️

06/17/2026

Springfield Public School Principals: Impact Grant applications close TODAY!

Why apply?
📚Addressing School-Wide Needs: We’re looking for projects that directly tackle the academic or social-emotional needs of your students and help eliminate barriers to their success.

✨Measurable Impact for Students: Tell us how your project will affect your students and how you plan to sustain that impact for the long term.

🎯Strategic Alignment with the District: Share your vision for how your project aligns with the SPS mission and supports your building’s specific goals.

Deadline to apply is June 17, 2026 📅 | Funding awarded Fall 2026 🍎

Find guidelines and application here: 👉 https://www.supportsps.org/impact-grants-for-principals/

Community members can help us say YES! to these grants with a donation at SupportSPS.org/GrantSPS.

06/16/2026

Thanks to our generous donors, 105 graduating seniors are taking the next step toward their futures with $267,000 in scholarships awarded this year! 🎓✨

Your support creates a direct, life-changing impact. Hear what it means to one of our recipients:

"The financial assistance this scholarship provides is incredibly meaningful, as it helps cover the cost of my tuition and allows me to focus more on my coursework rather than worrying about finances."

Our community makes these opportunities possible. Anyone can help fuel a student's future—whether by establishing a new annual fund, creating a permanent endowment to honor a loved one, or simply contributing to an existing scholarship.

Thank you for changing lives and supporting the class of 2026! 💙

06/16/2026

Thanks to our donor's incredible generosity, STEM education at Pipkin Middle School is transforming! YOUR donations funded new 3D printers, empowering 500 students to turn their digital designs into physical reality. 🛠️💡

For one student, this technology was a total game-changer. Starting the year disengaged, she was given the autonomy to 3D-print her own mini travel chess set. That hands-on project completely shifted her attitude, turning her into an active, enthusiastic participant in Robotics and Green Architecture! ♟️🚀

Beyond building real-world engineering skills, students even used these printers to partner with the school counseling office, designing and manufacturing specialized sensory tools to support peers navigating anxiety. 💙🤝

Your generosity is driving high-level academic excellence for just over $7 a student. Now, we need your help to equip even more classrooms! 📈

We need to raise $300,000 by August 31 to fund the fall Grant SPS cycle and power more incredible projects exactly like this one.

Join our Grant SPS campaign today! 🏫🫶 www.supportsps.org/grantsps

06/15/2026

A massive THANK YOU to The Schneider Foundation! 🎉

With an incredibly generous contribution of more than $366,000, they are fueling the future of our students by supporting various vital projects and initiatives across Springfield Public Schools! 💙✨

This amazing grant touches multiple areas in our district to enrich our students' education, including:

🗺️ Our K-12 IB Continuum: Providing a huge boost across five SPS sites by funding student exam fees, introducing tools like Toddle AI, and launching our first-ever district-wide IB Showcase.
🎻 Fine Arts Experiences: Supporting the Springfield Symphony Orchestra for the Young People’s Concert and Ensembles in Schools programs, bringing incredible musical experiences directly to our students!

We are so proud to partner with organizations that believe in the power of public education and the arts. Thank you for investing in our schools, our teachers, and our future leaders! 💙

Educational and youth-serving organizations receive the funding.

06/13/2026

🎸 Tonight is the night! Join us for The Devon Roberson Memorial Scholarship Concert at The Venue on Sunset (formerly The Riff)!

This special night funds a music scholarship—managed by the Foundation for SPS —for a Parkview High student, celebrating Devon’s legacy and supporting the next generation of musicians. 🎓✨

The Brotherhood is taking the stage with new members Jamison Case on drums and local legend Dallas Jones on keys. Plus, Joey Wray is kicking off the night! 🎶

🗓️ When: TONIGHT June 13 | Doors at 6 PM
📍 Where: The Venue on Sunset

Come for the music, stay for the community impact. ❤️Live Like Devon! ❤️🤘

🎟️ Event Info: https://www.facebook.com/share/17jLGnTXtE/

06/12/2026

YOU are transforming foundational math into an interactive, highly engaging experience for students at Gray Elementary! ➕➖

Because of your support, the "Kids' Math Advantage" initiative received a Back-to-School Grant, putting specialized Add+VantageMR tools directly into classrooms to bridge the gap between school and home. 🏫🏡

Here is how this project is driving academic excellence:
✨ Building Fluency: First-graders use tactile resources daily to build strong numerical skills.
✨ School-to-Home Connection: Students check out educational math games to play at home, prompting families to share their excitement about practicing complex concepts together! 🎲👪
✨ Collaborative Learning: Second and third-graders apply rigorous math strategies alongside A+ tutors and community volunteers. 🤝

Making math accessible and enjoyable has significantly elevated student motivation and cultivated a school-wide enthusiasm for academic achievement! 📈🦉

Help us raise $300,000 by August 31 to fund the next round of grants for the upcoming school year!

🎯 Support our Grant SPS campaign today: www.supportsps.org/grantsps ✨

06/11/2026

Wow! We couldn't have said it better. 💙 Thank you to our incredible donors for making these unforgettable learning experiences possible for students at BASE Fairbanks! 🏫

Through a $1,070 Back-to-School Grant for the project, "Community Integration for Students with Disabilities" 🎒, Special Education Teacher Jan Foyewa provided students with vital field trips. 🚌

For these students, an outing is so much more than just a field trip—it is a critical, real-world learning experience.
🌍 Out in the community, they are:
✨ Practicing everyday interactions
✨ Safely navigating public spaces
✨ Building confidence outside the classroom
✨ Developing essential life skills for long-term independence 🤝

This is what academic excellence looks like in action! 🌟

Help us raise $300,000 by August 31 to fund the next round of grants for the upcoming school year!

🎯 Support our Grant SPS campaign today: www.supportsps.org/grantsps ✨