Foundation for Springfield Public Schools

06/04/2026

We loved seeing the 2026 Grant SPS campaign featured in the Springfield Daily Citizen! 🗞️✨

We're working hard to raise $300,000 by August 31 to fund big ideas and academic excellence in our classrooms. 🍎 Will YOU join us?

Read more about the Grant SPS campaign here: ht ://sgfcitizen.org/schools/k12-education/foundation-launches-grant-sps-campaign/

📚✨Get Involved Today at SupportSPS.org/GrantSPS

The Foundation for Springfield Public Schools launches a campaign to raise $300,000 for classroom grants, aiming to support teachers and students.

06/04/2026

🚨 FINAL DAYS TO REGISTER! 🚨

The tour is this Saturday—Return to The Hill! 🐝

Calling all Hillcrest Hornets! 🎓 Whether you graduated in the '60s or the 2020s, the Northside is calling you home. It’s time to walk the halls where "Hornet Pride" was born and relive your favorite memories.

Join us for a special Alumni Tour to see the latest campus updates, find your old locker spot, and celebrate our enduring legacy! 💛

📅 Saturday, June 6 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
✨ Secure your spot today: https://www.supportsps.org/hillcrest-alumni-tours/

06/03/2026

🎸 Join us June 13th for The Devon Roberson Memorial Scholarship Concert at The Venue on Sunset (formerly The Riff)!

This special night funds a music scholarship for a Springfield Public Schools student from Parkview High —managed by the Foundation for SPS—to celebrate Devon’s legacy and support the next generation of musicians. 🎓✨

This year, 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: 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/

06/03/2026

🏋️‍♂️ Help Westport K-8 build a stronger future! 🏋️‍♀️

Westport's weight room equipment is worn out, but you can help upgrade their space! This Pick-a-Project will provide essential gear to help students learn proper lifting techniques and build healthy habits for life.

We are raising funds for: ✅ Power racks ✅ Weighted bumper plates ✅ Barbells and clips

💡 100% of your donation goes directly to the teacher for these specific supplies, giving students equitable access to high-quality fitness resources.

👇 Support Westport students here: https://www.supportsps.org/pick-a-project/weight-room-upgrade/

06/03/2026

🍎 BACK-TO-SCHOOL GRANT APPLICATIONS ARE DUE TODAY - WED. JUNE 3!

The Foundation's Back-to-School Grant Program provides vital financial support for educators in Springfield Public Schools across a wide range of impactful areas. 📖 Literacy programs, 🧠 Student Attendance & Mental Health, 📝 Student Behavior Supports, 🧬 Access to Real-world Learning Opportunities, 🤝 Community & Family Engagement, 🤩 Student Experience and more!

⌛ Application Deadline: June 3 | 🎉 Grants Awarded: Fall 2026
💡 Apply here: https://www.supportsps.org/back-school-grant-application/

🤝 Community Partners: We need YOUR support to bring these visions to life! Donate at www.SupportSPS.org/GrantSPS or contact Jennifer at [email protected] to learn how you can make an impact.

06/02/2026

Did you catch us on Unscripted AM? 📺

Our Executive Director, Natalie Murdock, stopped by to talk all things Foundation for Springfield Public Schools and our current campaign, Grant SPS! 🍎

Through Grant SPS ✨, the Foundation for SPS is working to fund innovative classroom projects and provide our educators with the resources they need to help students thrive.

Watch the full segment below to learn more about the campaign and how YOU 📚✨ can support Springfield Public Schools classrooms this year.

👉 https://www.ozarksfirst.com/unscripted/springfield-public-schools-2026-grant-sps-campaign/

🍎 Donate today at SupportSPS.org/GrantSPS!

It’s always great to see Natalie Murdock, Executive Director with Foundation for Springfield Public Schools. Natalie joins Jeremy and Maddie on “Unscripted” to discuss this year& #…

06/02/2026

Calling all Hillcrest Hornets! 🎓 🚨 FINAL DAYS TO REGISTER! 🚨

The tour is this Saturday—Return to The Hill! 🐝

Whether you graduated in the '60s or the 2020s, the Northside is calling you home. It’s time to walk the halls where "Hornet Pride" was born and relive your favorite memories.

Join us for a special Alumni Tour to see the latest campus updates, find your old locker spot, and celebrate our enduring legacy! 💛

📅 Saturday, June 6 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
✨ Secure your spot today: https://www.supportsps.org/hillcrest-alumni-tours/

06/01/2026

Whether you roamed the historic halls of Central High School - Springfield, MO 🏛️, cheered under the lights for Glendale High School 🦅, showed your true spirit at Hillcrest High School - SPS , walked the halls of Kickapoo High School 👟, or made lifelong memories at Parkview High 🌊—your story is a part of Springfield’s history.

With a legacy spanning over 150 years, SPS alumni share a bond that goes far beyond graduation. It’s time to come home! 🤝
We’ve officially set the dates for our 2026 Alumni Tours. Check the graphic below to find your school’s date and time! 🚌💨

How to Join Us:
• Register for a Tour: Visit the link below and scroll to the bottom of the page to find your school's specific registration link.
• Spread the Word: Invite your classmates, friends, and family to join the walk down memory lane!
• Stay Connected: Join the Alumni Connection to stay in the loop on tours, reunions, and more.

➡️ Enroll & Register here: https://www.supportsps.org/alumni/

We can't wait to see you back on campus!

06/01/2026

🍎 BACK-TO-SCHOOL GRANT APPLICATIONS ARE DUE THIS WEEK - WED. JUNE 3!

The Foundation's Back-to-School Grant Program provides vital financial support for educators in Springfield Public Schools across a wide range of impactful areas. 📖 Literacy programs, 🧠 Student Attendance & Mental Health, 📝 Student Behavior Supports, 🧬 Access to Real-world Learning Opportunities, 🤝 Community & Family Engagement, 🤩 Student Experience and more!

⌛ Application Deadline: June 3 | 🎉 Grants Awarded: Fall 2026
💡 Apply here: https://www.supportsps.org/back-school-grant-application/

🤝 Community Partners: We need YOUR support to bring these visions to life! Donate at www.SupportSPS.org/donate with a designation of “Grants” or contact Jennifer at [email protected] to learn how you can make an impact.

05/29/2026

Grant Applications are now OPEN! 🍎📚 FSPS' Back-to-School Grant Program provides vital financial support for educators in Springfield Public Schools across a wide range of impactful areas.

We want to fund innovative projects classroom projects for these categories;
📖 Literacy programs, 🧠 Student Attendance & Mental Health, 📝 Student Behavior Supports, 🧬 Access to Real-world Learning Opportunities, 🤝 Community & Family Engagement, 🤩 Student Experience and more!

Mark Your Calendar:
🗓️ Applications Open: April 8 | ⌛ Application Deadline: June 3
🎉 Grants Awarded: Fall 2026

💡 Apply here: https://www.supportsps.org/back-school-grant-application/

🤝 Community Partners: We need YOUR support to bring these visions to life! Donate at www.SupportSPS.org/donate with a designation of “Grants” or contact Jennifer at [email protected] to learn how you can make an impact.