Springfield School District

Huge shoutout to the Building Trades Dual Credit Program through Springfield School and Lamar Community College led by instructor Ernie Felzien! This incredible program gives high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn both high school and college credits at the same time while learning valuable hands-on trade skills that can lead directly into careers after graduation. Students gain real-world experience in carpentry, construction safety, and more while also working toward industry certifications such as OSHA-10 and NCCER credentials. This year, the senior class took on this project and it was one of their biggest and most unique projects yet: designing and building a completely custom outdoor sauna for Kelby and Elle Sikes. From start to finish, these students poured countless hours into this build, tackling challenges that pushed them outside their comfort zones. They worked with specialty woods, new materials, custom angles, and construction techniques many of them had never used before. What makes this project even more impressive is that these students didn’t just build something functional, they created something beautiful. This sauna is 100% American, Baca County, and STUDENT made. One of a kind and absolutely remarkable. Every detail reflects the craftsmanship, determination, teamwork, and problem solving skills they’ve developed throughout the program. Projects like this show just how valuable career and technical education programs are for our students and our community. These young men are learning skills that will serve them for a lifetime while proving that hard work, dedication, and hands-on learning still matter. The final product is absolutely remarkable, and the pride these senior students should feel is well deserved. Great job to all of the students involved and to Ernie Felzien for continuing to invest in the future of skilled trades!

🔥 STATE TRACK PEP RALLY & SEND‑OFF 🔥

Let’s pack the gym and send our Longhorns to State with all the energy Springfield can bring!

Join us Wednesday, May 13th at 3:30 p.m. in the Longhorn gym for our State Track Pep Rally as we fire up the Longhorns before they hit the road to compete among Colorado’s best.

Then on Thursday, May 14th at 8:00 a.m. help us line the track and streets for a team send‑off as our athletes head out to represent Springfield at the State Track and Field Meet.

Let’s make sure they feel the roar of Longhorn Nation all the way to the starting line.

RECORDS WERE MEANT TO BE BROKEN! 🔥

Congratulations to Parker Arbuthnot for lowering his own school record in the 1600 meters at the track meet in Lamar! He cut 2.45 seconds, setting a new time of 4:26.98. Way to keep raising the bar, Parker!

Class of 2026 - Senior Spotlight
Madison Varnado

🎭 This Saturday: Inn-Cognito

Our high school drama students take the stage on May 9th with their spring production, Inn-Cognito. Come support their hard work and enjoy a night of creativity and talent.

Showtime: Saturday, May 9th, 7:00 p.m.
Location: Springfield High School - Red, White and Blue Gym

Adults: $10.00
Kids: Free

Come out, fill the seats, and support these talented performers as they bring the story to life.

Class of 2026 - Senior Spotlight
Logan Spires

Springfield Schools proudly invites you to the 2025–2026 High School Academic Awards Ceremony.

May 12, 2026
6:30 p.m. Dessert Reception, Commons
7:00 p.m. Awards Ceremony, Longhorn Gym

Join us as we celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of our academic scholars and recognize the effort, curiosity, and perseverance that define their success.

Class of 2026 - Senior Spotlight
Thomas Schmidt

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Brennan Rothman

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Tylynn Rosengrants

SCHEDULE CHANGE: Due to the forecast of snow, the Elementary Field Day has been changed from May 6th to Tuesday, May 12th.

Happy School Principals' Day Tiffany Hume and Jeri-Ann Montoya!

Class of 2026 - Senior Spotlight
Chisum Roberson

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Mason Martinez

TIME CHANGE: The start time of the junior track meet at Tribune on May 7th has been moved from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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Gunner Mackey

SUPPORT is ending the year with a Pizza Fundraiser! This is a great opportunity to stock your freezer for summertime.
Order forms are due May 4th. Pick up time and location will be announced soon. Please see any Springfield student to place an order.

Time Change: The junior high baseball game at Las Animas on April 30th will start at 3:30 p.m. (was 3:00 p.m.).