SGI SADD students recently attended a Youth Leadership Summit along with 200 others from WNY! The day was filled with team-building and leadership activities, demonstrations by police on the effects of alcohol on one's ability to perform tasks, and a presentation on the importance of creating supportive and inclusive communities. The day ended with a powerful message from sports analyst Ryan D. Leaf. Thank you to the Substance Free Coalition, Kids Escaping Drugs and The Character Council of Western New York for hosting this event!
Recently, seventh-grade students had the opportunity to hear from WNY Heroes representatives Shadasia Rogers and Dave College, who presented on the Pawsitive for Heroes Program. The visit was a result of seventh-grader Timothy Kley's Service Project. Each year, Mr. Karb, Mrs. Lewandowski and Mrs. Gaffeny assign the seventh-grade students a service project, which includes writing a business letter to a non-profit they are passionate about and performing 4-6 community service hours. Ms. Rogers and Mr. College and their service dogs shared about how the program provides service dogs for veterans, answering students' questions and allowing them to pet the dogs after the presentation. Stay tuned for more information on the rest of the students' projects!
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Please join us in congratulating the Middle School Students of the Month, who were recognized for the character trait of resiliency! Great job, Briella, Kalon, Zoey, Jada, Charlie, Isabella, Shane and Sophia!
TeamSmile, in partnership with Concordia Dental and the Buffalo Bills, offered free dental services to 128 SGI students! The annual event promotes the significance of proper oral health. Buffalo Bills Defensive Tackle DeWayne Carter and Billy Buffalo visited the kids in the afternoon to wish them well with their procedures!
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TIES members recently enjoyed a lively Craft Night at Sicamohr Arts, part of our continued partnership with this wonderful local studio. Students tapped into their creativity by designing their own fidgets — combining imagination, hands-on fun, and a chance to unwind together!
TIES (Together Including Every Student) is a program that supports students with disabilities through peer volunteers, with the goal of helping them participate in activities of their choice. I you have a child with a disability and would like to know more about TIES, contact Karen Polizzi, District TIES Coordinator at 716-359-1707 or kpolizzi@springvillegi.org.
TIES (Together Including Every Student) is a program that supports students with disabilities through peer volunteers, with the goal of helping them participate in activities of their choice. I you have a child with a disability and would like to know more about TIES, contact Karen Polizzi, District TIES Coordinator at 716-359-1707 or kpolizzi@springvillegi.org.
Please join us in congratulating the SGI Trap Team award winners for the 2026 season! Sage Baranowski earned the top female markswoman, Blake Grigsby earned the top male marksman, and Gannyn Gaulin earned the most improved marksman for the season. Congratulations to Sage, Blake, Gannyn and the entire team for a great season!
Mrs. Coughlin's 8th-grade health class has been learning to eat like an athlete, which includes protein, whole grains, healthy fats and antioxidants. Recently, the class participated in a cook-off competition with those parameters in mind. The teams made a BBQ chicken, avocado and rice bowl, an egg and avocado toast, oatmeal with coconut, nuts and berries and a ham, egg and cheese sandwich on sourdough. Five judges, including three students, Mr. Reese and Mrs. Wozniak, judged the dishes, and the winner was the chicken and rice bowl team! Congratulations, Matthew, Blake, William and Jack!
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Attention SGI Middle & High School Students: The SGI FFA is offering a Hunter's Safety Course on Saturday, April 11 at 8AM at Springville Field and Stream for all students 11+. Pre-registration is required through the NYSDEC website, and you must pick up pre-course homework at the Concord Town Hall or download and print it from the online registration page. If you are interested or have any questions, contact Katelin Maul at 716-445-8066 or katelinmaul@gmail.com.
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Before spring break, students in Mrs. R. Benz's classes participated in a positivity activity as part of an ELA lesson on character traits. They identified qualities that make someone a positive influence — such as kindness, encouragement, and making learning fun— and then shared those traits with staff members by delivering notes and small treats. The activity gave students an opportunity to apply their learning in a meaningful way while helping spread positivity throughout the school.
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Recently, the SGI Fiddlers performed at the Springville Arts Cafe. Under the direction of Mrs. Skowronski, the fiddle club performed two entire sets of music, with an added bonus of special guests, Mr. Bannister and Ms. V, accompanying the fiddlers on guitar and cajon (a percussion instrument). The students did an amazing job and received a standing ovation! In case you missed them, they will be performing at the Art Crawl this year on Saturday, June 6th; time to be announced!
Check out the April SMS Newsletter for stories about art field trips, musical performances, character education and more!
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Chicks recently hatched in Mrs. Witherow's class at Springville Middle School! The class has used the hands-on learning opportunity to discover how chickens develop in the egg. After the lesson, the chicks will be headed to Mrs. Witherow's farm.
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The SGI Fiddlers, the after-school fiddle club that is offered at Springville Middle School, performed at the Fiddler's Green Manor in February! The students did an amazing job performing, and the staff and residents loved the performance! They hope to perform there again! The SGI Fiddlers have other performances scheduled later in the year at places such as the Arts Cafe and the Art Crawl; keep an eye out for where they will perform next!
Another group of 8th grade Art students visited the Burchfield Penney Art Center to discuss and learn about what is currently on display. The students created a piece of art inspired by artwork on exhibit. This group created their own original felt badges under the direction of Michaela Worosz, Manager of School and Studio Programs at the Art Center.
The SMS Student Council Neon Dance will be on Friday, March 27, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm, featuring DJ SENSEDOG. Admission is $5.00. Pizza, pop and snacks will be available for purchase outside of the gym (no food or drinks are allowed in the gym). Casual attire.
Please plan to be picked up promptly at 8:00 pm. No students will be admitted after 7:00 pm. If you need to leave early, a parent or guardian must come in to sign you out.
Only Springville MS students may attend the dance. Students from other schools may not attend.
You must be present in school on the day of the dance to attend. All school rules (including dress code) will be in effect during the dance. Students who are not following school rules may be asked to leave.
Please plan to be picked up promptly at 8:00 pm. No students will be admitted after 7:00 pm. If you need to leave early, a parent or guardian must come in to sign you out.
Only Springville MS students may attend the dance. Students from other schools may not attend.
You must be present in school on the day of the dance to attend. All school rules (including dress code) will be in effect during the dance. Students who are not following school rules may be asked to leave.
Springville Middle School will hold local final exams on Monday, June 22nd, and Tuesday, June 23rd — the first two half days of the final week of school. All students in grades 6, 7, and 8 will take local exams on these dates.
In addition, 8th graders will complete a multi-part World Language exam during the week of June 15th.
More details about local final exams will be shared as the end of the year approaches.
In addition, 8th graders will complete a multi-part World Language exam during the week of June 15th.
More details about local final exams will be shared as the end of the year approaches.
The SGI Fiddlers will perform on Thursday, March 26th, from 6:30-8:00 pm at the Springville Arts Cafe! The SGI Fiddlers is a middle school club made up of 6th-8th graders who were in the club in their earlier years at SES. Come out to support our young musicians and enjoy a night of music!
Please join us in congratulating the Middle School Students of the Monty, who were recognized for the character trait of teamwork! Great job, Asher, Reese, Lena, Clara, Lewis, Ava, Alex, and Blake!
A select group of art students from the middle and high school represented SGI in the Ready, Set, Create Student Art Competition sponsored by Erie 1 BOCES at Villa Maria College. Over 200 students from 13 school districts participated. The artists had just two hours to create an artwork on the spot based on the prompt “transformation”. Senior Amanda Tartick won first place in the Advanced Artist Division. Isabella Bateman (grade 10), and Rosalie Smith (grade 8) received the Judge’s Recognition Awards. The SGI Art Department is incredibly proud of all the participants who enthusiastically showcased their skills and talents while spontaneously expressing their creativity!
SMS held the annual volleyball tournament, pitting grade levels against each other and the teachers to determine a winner! This year, the teachers thought they could not be stopped until the 8th-grade team, consisting of Layla Batterson, Nikita Eckam, Chloe Wallum, Laila Brightman, Oliver Prinino, Logan Georger, Ross Michalski, Tristan Colern, won it all!
