May and June always seem to be our busiest months of the school year! Find out more in Keeping Up with Colden here:
https://app.smore.com/n/z907a
The Class of 2026 participated in an SGI tradition last week - the Griffin Day of Giving! Seniors headed out into the villages of Springville and Colden to lend a hand to local organizations. They performed tasks like yardwork, painting and more!
#CommunityConnections #RedefiningRural
#CommunityConnections #RedefiningRural
Check out the June SMS Newsletter for information on end-of-year events and stories about recent field trips and activities!
Colden Elementary held its third annual Wellness Day to encourage students' physical and emotional wellness! Students took part in physical activities like bike riding, ga-ga ball, a nature scavenger hunt, and a silent disco, as well as other calming activities like bubble breathing, meditation, crafting, emotional charades, a petting zoo, and making healthy trail mix! Thank you to all of the volunteers who made this healthy day a success!
#Wellness #RedefiningRural
#Wellness #RedefiningRural
Eighth-grade students recently returned from a fun and educational trip to Washington, D.C.! The students visited the museums and monuments that bring their social studies lessons to life in the nation's capital.
#ExperientialLearning #RedefiningRural
#ExperientialLearning #RedefiningRural
We are excited to welcome families and community members to our upcoming All Chorus Concert, Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:30 PM! This special evening will feature singers from across the district joining together in celebration of music and collaboration.
Student Arrival Information
-Colden Elementary students report at 6:10 PM in the Band Room (Room 118)
Concert dress - Yellow Music Department shirts
-Springville Elementary students report at 6:10 PM in the Library Media Center
Concert dress - Yellow Music Department shirts
-Springville Middle School students report at 6:15 PM in the Auditorium
Concert dress - concert black
-Springville High School students report at 6:15 PM in the Auditorium
Concert dress - concert black
The concert will begin promptly at 6:30 PM on the front steps of the High School.
Families should bring their own lawn chairs for seating. Bathrooms will be available in the HS using the front LMC doors.
Parking Information
General parking will be available on:
-North Buffalo Street (street closed)
-Back High School parking lot
-Eaton Street parking lot
**We kindly ask that available spots in the front parking lot be reserved for attendees with limited mobility.
***If parking on North Buffalo Street, please leave all of the residence driveways open and available to them.
Looking forward to a great night of music-making and sunshine with our students and families!
Student Arrival Information
-Colden Elementary students report at 6:10 PM in the Band Room (Room 118)
Concert dress - Yellow Music Department shirts
-Springville Elementary students report at 6:10 PM in the Library Media Center
Concert dress - Yellow Music Department shirts
-Springville Middle School students report at 6:15 PM in the Auditorium
Concert dress - concert black
-Springville High School students report at 6:15 PM in the Auditorium
Concert dress - concert black
The concert will begin promptly at 6:30 PM on the front steps of the High School.
Families should bring their own lawn chairs for seating. Bathrooms will be available in the HS using the front LMC doors.
Parking Information
General parking will be available on:
-North Buffalo Street (street closed)
-Back High School parking lot
-Eaton Street parking lot
**We kindly ask that available spots in the front parking lot be reserved for attendees with limited mobility.
***If parking on North Buffalo Street, please leave all of the residence driveways open and available to them.
Looking forward to a great night of music-making and sunshine with our students and families!
Colden Elementary recently held its Open House & Art Show for families! Students headed to their classrooms to show off the projects they have been working hard on, and everyone had to check out the gym where the art gallery was set up! Thank you to the Colden PTSA for holding a successful Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser! It was a great night of family connections at Colden Elementary!
The Varsity Boys’ Tennis team turned in a historical season in the Spring of 2026. The team accumulated a 15-1 overall record, 12-0 league record, and a division championship. Some historical records were accomplished by individuals on the team, including:
Bryce Cook: 15-1 singles record, 1st team All-League, and a 6th place finish at ECIC’s.
Garrison Heichberger: First-year singles player, 12-4 singles record, and a 10-2 record in league.
Liam Bobseine/Matt Baumgartner: 14-2 doubles record, 11-1 league record, and 1st Team All-league.
Forrest Prouty/Avery Noeson: 13-3 doubles record and 12-1 league record.
Frank Keeton/Will Prinino/Kaiden Bialasik: 16-0 Overall record (12-0 Keeton/Prinino, 4-0 Keeton/Bialasik)
This season will forever be remembered for the team’s success, but most importantly, the leadership and maturity of SGI’s five seniors. Bryce Cook, Garrison Heichberger, Matt Baumgartner, Liam Bobseine, and Forrest Prouty set the example from day one, and the team never looked back. Congratulations to all members of the boys' tennis team on a great season!
Bryce Cook: 15-1 singles record, 1st team All-League, and a 6th place finish at ECIC’s.
Garrison Heichberger: First-year singles player, 12-4 singles record, and a 10-2 record in league.
Liam Bobseine/Matt Baumgartner: 14-2 doubles record, 11-1 league record, and 1st Team All-league.
Forrest Prouty/Avery Noeson: 13-3 doubles record and 12-1 league record.
Frank Keeton/Will Prinino/Kaiden Bialasik: 16-0 Overall record (12-0 Keeton/Prinino, 4-0 Keeton/Bialasik)
This season will forever be remembered for the team’s success, but most importantly, the leadership and maturity of SGI’s five seniors. Bryce Cook, Garrison Heichberger, Matt Baumgartner, Liam Bobseine, and Forrest Prouty set the example from day one, and the team never looked back. Congratulations to all members of the boys' tennis team on a great season!
Sixth-grade students "transformed" into wax versions of notable people that came to life for elementary visitors at the push of a button. From Lionel Messi and Queen Elizabeth to Jane Goodall, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and many more, the sixth graders did their research and dressed the part to present their person's life and achievements!
#ExperientialLearning #RedefiningRural
Today, we remember and give thanks to all those who have served our country and paid the ultimate price. There is no school today in observance of Memorial Day. School will resume tomorrow, May 26.
Thank you to everyone who supported the SES McTeacher Night! It was a blast celebrating with all of you while raising money for our school community. Seeing so many staff members, teachers, families, and students come together made the night incredibly special.
Please join us in congratulating senior Matthew Baumgartner for being the first student in SGI history to qualify for the state championship golf tournament! Recently, Matthew competed at the Section VI Championships, shooting a 76 to finish second among 78 golfers and earn his spot at the state tournament. The championship will take place June 7–8 at Mill Creek Golf Course in Churchville, NY.
Matthew first learned to play golf four years ago with the help of a neighbor who generously taught him the game and gave him a set of youth clubs. It is a reminder of the lasting impact that encouragement and mentorship from adults can have on a young person’s life.
Please join us in cheering Matthew on at States!
Matthew first learned to play golf four years ago with the help of a neighbor who generously taught him the game and gave him a set of youth clubs. It is a reminder of the lasting impact that encouragement and mentorship from adults can have on a young person’s life.
Please join us in cheering Matthew on at States!
In Case You Missed It: Watch the Colden Spring Band/Chorus/Orchestra Concert performance online now:
https://youtu.be/AIl53jjbkrk?si=bwE0Nq9i7saq4pe9
https://youtu.be/AIl53jjbkrk?si=bwE0Nq9i7saq4pe9
Join the Springville Elementary Team! We are hiring a Speech Language Pathologist Long-Term Sunstitute for the 2026-2027 school year. NYS certification in Speech Language Disabilities or Speech Hearing Handicapped desired. Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) candidates will be considered. Apply online by May 29 at https://springvillegi.recruitfront.com.
CHAMPIONS AT LAST!!!! The varsity boys tennis team capped off a historic season last night with a clean sweep of the East Aurora Blue Devils. The match was played as a double-header, meaning a pro set to 8 games constitutes one match. The boys won both matches by a score of 4-1, 4-1.
First singles from East Aurora forfeited the match, so Bryce Cook walked away with the forfeit victory in both matches.
In second singles action, Garrison Heichberger won the first match 8-6. That match showed the resiliency and fight Heichberger is well known for on the courts. He battled back from being down multiple times and fought his way to a big first-match victory. In the second contest, Garrison lost 4-8, but it wasn’t from a lack of quality play. Garrison hustled throughout the contest, making the match very competitive.
In first doubles action, the duo of Liam Bobseine and Matt Baumgartner won the first match 8-2. It was some of the best tennis out of the seniors this season as they crushed baseline shots and controlled the net. In the second match, it was more of the same as the combination of Matt’s power and Liam’s solid net play proved far too much for EA to handle as SGI won 8-4.
In second doubles play, Forest Prouty and Avery Noeson lost their first match 5-8. The boys knew they played a good match but had a lot more to give in the second match to pick up the point, and they did just that. Noeson and Prouty took the second match in a thrilling 9-7 set win, which saw both players excel from the service line and baseline. It was a big-time response from two players who have improved drastically as the season has progressed.
In third doubles action, Will Prinino and Frank Keeton took the first match 8-5. The tandem continued their solid play of controlling the baseline and pounding the ball up front to win points. In the second match, Prinino and Keeton won 8-3. It was more of the same as both players stayed consistent and played excellent team tennis.
Last night’s results complete one of the best boys tennis seasons in recent memory. None of this is accomplished without the tremendous leadership displayed by our seniors: Bryce Cook, Garrison Heichberger, Forrest Prouty, Liam Bobseine and Matt Baumgartner. Those 5 young men have set the standard for the program and demonstrated what it means to be high-performing student athletes.
The boys finish their season 15-1 overall and CHAMPIONS OF DIVISION 4. Great job, guys!
First singles from East Aurora forfeited the match, so Bryce Cook walked away with the forfeit victory in both matches.
In second singles action, Garrison Heichberger won the first match 8-6. That match showed the resiliency and fight Heichberger is well known for on the courts. He battled back from being down multiple times and fought his way to a big first-match victory. In the second contest, Garrison lost 4-8, but it wasn’t from a lack of quality play. Garrison hustled throughout the contest, making the match very competitive.
In first doubles action, the duo of Liam Bobseine and Matt Baumgartner won the first match 8-2. It was some of the best tennis out of the seniors this season as they crushed baseline shots and controlled the net. In the second match, it was more of the same as the combination of Matt’s power and Liam’s solid net play proved far too much for EA to handle as SGI won 8-4.
In second doubles play, Forest Prouty and Avery Noeson lost their first match 5-8. The boys knew they played a good match but had a lot more to give in the second match to pick up the point, and they did just that. Noeson and Prouty took the second match in a thrilling 9-7 set win, which saw both players excel from the service line and baseline. It was a big-time response from two players who have improved drastically as the season has progressed.
In third doubles action, Will Prinino and Frank Keeton took the first match 8-5. The tandem continued their solid play of controlling the baseline and pounding the ball up front to win points. In the second match, Prinino and Keeton won 8-3. It was more of the same as both players stayed consistent and played excellent team tennis.
Last night’s results complete one of the best boys tennis seasons in recent memory. None of this is accomplished without the tremendous leadership displayed by our seniors: Bryce Cook, Garrison Heichberger, Forrest Prouty, Liam Bobseine and Matt Baumgartner. Those 5 young men have set the standard for the program and demonstrated what it means to be high-performing student athletes.
The boys finish their season 15-1 overall and CHAMPIONS OF DIVISION 4. Great job, guys!
A sign of spring has hatched in Mrs. Russell's classroom! Once again, her students were able to learn about the early stages of a chicken's life firsthand. The students incubated the eggs and got to witness the fluffy little chicks emerge from their shells. They hatched 17 chicks!
#ExperientialLearning #RedefiningRural
#ExperientialLearning #RedefiningRural
Attention Middle School Families: Accelerated coursework is offered here at Springville Middle School. Eligible students may elect to take some of the following courses:
Grade 7- Accelerated Science and Lab
-Accelerated Math and Lab
Grade 8- Regents Earth Science and Lab
-Regents Algebra 1 and Lab
To be eligible for these courses, students must:
-Complete and submit an accelerated course application (science only). Ask your Science Teacher for an application. Applications are due by June 2nd, 2026.
-Take an entrance exam. Please see the description of exams on page 2 of this letter.
-Maintain a minimum average of 90% to remain in the class
SMS provides the following support to help students succeed in accelerated courses:
-Teacher access during the Triple E period
-Academic after-school study halls and test review sessions, multiple days a week
-Invigorating & engaging curriculum with experiential learning opportunities
Questions related to your child’s participation in accelerated coursework may be directed to their school counselor via the e-mail addresses below or by calling the Student Services Office at 716-592-3276.
Amanda Valenti (A-L): avalenti@springvillegi.org
Karen Polizzi (M-Z): kpolizzi@springvillegi.org
We look forward to working with you and your child to help them prepare for their future by maximizing their educational opportunities at SGI. Thank you for taking the time to review this information with them.
Entrance Exam Information for Accelerated Course Application
Science
6th Grade
-On June 4th, 2026, science will offer a placement test to any 6th-graders who applied to be in
the accelerated science class.
-Students should pick up an accelerated course application from Mrs. Heichberger in room 102.
Applications are due by June 2nd, 2026.
7th Grade
-7th-grade science will use the final exam and teacher recommendations for placement into
accelerated science. There will not be an additional placement test.
-Students should pick up an accelerated course application from Mr. Reese in room 302.
Applications are due by June 2nd, 2026.
Math
5th Grade
-Placement tests will be in class at CES and SES over the next few weeks. Current classroom
teacher recommendations for placement into accelerated Math are also required.
6th and 7th Grade
-7th Grade - The course final exam grade, quarterly math grades, and teacher recommendations
are used to determine a student’s placement into the accelerated class. There is no additional
placement test given
Grade 7- Accelerated Science and Lab
-Accelerated Math and Lab
Grade 8- Regents Earth Science and Lab
-Regents Algebra 1 and Lab
To be eligible for these courses, students must:
-Complete and submit an accelerated course application (science only). Ask your Science Teacher for an application. Applications are due by June 2nd, 2026.
-Take an entrance exam. Please see the description of exams on page 2 of this letter.
-Maintain a minimum average of 90% to remain in the class
SMS provides the following support to help students succeed in accelerated courses:
-Teacher access during the Triple E period
-Academic after-school study halls and test review sessions, multiple days a week
-Invigorating & engaging curriculum with experiential learning opportunities
Questions related to your child’s participation in accelerated coursework may be directed to their school counselor via the e-mail addresses below or by calling the Student Services Office at 716-592-3276.
Amanda Valenti (A-L): avalenti@springvillegi.org
Karen Polizzi (M-Z): kpolizzi@springvillegi.org
We look forward to working with you and your child to help them prepare for their future by maximizing their educational opportunities at SGI. Thank you for taking the time to review this information with them.
Entrance Exam Information for Accelerated Course Application
Science
6th Grade
-On June 4th, 2026, science will offer a placement test to any 6th-graders who applied to be in
the accelerated science class.
-Students should pick up an accelerated course application from Mrs. Heichberger in room 102.
Applications are due by June 2nd, 2026.
7th Grade
-7th-grade science will use the final exam and teacher recommendations for placement into
accelerated science. There will not be an additional placement test.
-Students should pick up an accelerated course application from Mr. Reese in room 302.
Applications are due by June 2nd, 2026.
Math
5th Grade
-Placement tests will be in class at CES and SES over the next few weeks. Current classroom
teacher recommendations for placement into accelerated Math are also required.
6th and 7th Grade
-7th Grade - The course final exam grade, quarterly math grades, and teacher recommendations
are used to determine a student’s placement into the accelerated class. There is no additional
placement test given
7th Grade Parent Reminder: The 7th-grade Niagara Falls field trip is coming up soon! Please send in your child's permission slip and money by Friday, May 29!
In boys tennis action, Bryce Cook returned to the 2nd day of the ECIC Tournament. And once again, Bryce was spectacular and represented himself and the school at a high standard.
In his first match of the day, Bryce took on the first singles player from Hamburg and won 6-4, 6-7, and 6-1. Bryce showed off great stamina on the day and stellar shot-making from the baseline. Bryce’s ability to stay patient and play smart was a huge reason for the win.
Next up was an opportunity to qualify for sectionals, as he faced the top player from Iroquois. Bryce once again made his opponent work for every point, and never quit, but eventually fell in three sets by a score of:
3-6, 7-5, 0-6.
Despite the final result, nobody had a tournament like Bryce had. He played five matches, over two days, and had four of those matches go to three sets. Bryce put SGI boys tennis on the map with his performances in a tournament involving only the very best players in the area. Be sure to congratulate Bryce on an incredible showing.
Next up, we travel to East Aurora today with the division on the line in a huge matchup. It’ll be a doubleheader contest with the winner taking home the D4 championship. Come out and support the guys!
In his first match of the day, Bryce took on the first singles player from Hamburg and won 6-4, 6-7, and 6-1. Bryce showed off great stamina on the day and stellar shot-making from the baseline. Bryce’s ability to stay patient and play smart was a huge reason for the win.
Next up was an opportunity to qualify for sectionals, as he faced the top player from Iroquois. Bryce once again made his opponent work for every point, and never quit, but eventually fell in three sets by a score of:
3-6, 7-5, 0-6.
Despite the final result, nobody had a tournament like Bryce had. He played five matches, over two days, and had four of those matches go to three sets. Bryce put SGI boys tennis on the map with his performances in a tournament involving only the very best players in the area. Be sure to congratulate Bryce on an incredible showing.
Next up, we travel to East Aurora today with the division on the line in a huge matchup. It’ll be a doubleheader contest with the winner taking home the D4 championship. Come out and support the guys!
Last week, Disabilities Awareness Week concluded with a heart-warming display of inclusion and sportsmanship at the Unified Basketball Game versus Hamburg. Held during the school day, this year, a rotation system allowed all SMS students to see either the first or second half of the game. It was an amazing display of teamwork as the two teams traded baskets in a tight, back-and-forth game with the crowd cheering every score. The Griffins ended with the winning score of 64-55.
