🏆 2026 1A Track & Field Athlete of the Year 🏆

For the second year in a row, Parker Arbuthnot has been named the 1A Track & Field Athlete of the Year—an incredible honor that reflects his dominance, consistency, and unmatched work ethic.

Parker continues to set the standard in Colorado 1A distance races. He competes with focus, humility, and a drive that elevates everyone around him. His impact on Springfield Track & Field is already historic, and he’s still writing his story.

Congratulations, Parker, on earning this award back‑to‑back. Your hard work shows, your leadership matters, and your community is proud of you.
about 16 hours ago, Brooke Hartley
1A Track and Field Athlete of the Year - Parker Arbuthnot

The SPRE4 Board of Directors will host a Work Session on Tues. June 16, 2026 @ 6:00pm. Click this link for the agenda: https://aptg.co/lfkrDr

about 21 hours ago, Jenetta Baxter
Picture of cork board with post-it notes SPRE4 School Board Work Session Tuesday June 16, 2026 @ 6:00pm
We are proud to recognize our Spring Sports All‑State athletes — competitors who showed exceptional skill, grit, and leadership throughout the season.

Congratulations to our All‑State honorees:

🏅 Parker Arbuthnot - 1st Team, Track and Field
🏅 Jett Konkel - 1st Team, Track and Field
🏅 Cobi Mackey - 1st Team, Track and Field
🏅 Tyler Mackey - 1st Team, Track and Field
🏅 Shamaya Ferch - 2nd Team, Track and Field
⚾ Gunner Mackey - Honorable Mention, Baseball

These athletes represented Springfield with pride and excellence, and we couldn’t be prouder of their accomplishments.
6 days ago, Brooke Hartley
Parker Arbuthnot - 1st Team All-State
Jett Konkel - 1st Team All-State
Tyler Mackey - 1st Team All-State
Cobi Mackey - 1st Team All-State
Shamaya Ferch - 2nd Team All-State
Gunner Mackey - Honorable Mention All-State
Baseball All Conference Honors - We are PROUD of our LONGHORNS!

1st Team - Gunner Mackey
Honorable Mention - Nolan Hinds
10 days ago, Brooke Hartley
Baseball All-Conference - Gunner Mackey and Nolan Hinds
Chisum Roberson Signs with OPSU!

Chisum Roberson has signed his letter of intent to continue his athletic and academic career at Oklahoma Panhandle State University.

He will compete in saddle bronc for the Aggies’ Rodeo Team, bringing his grit, work ethic, and passion for rodeo to the next level.

Save the Date: Catch Chisum in action at OPSU’s home rodeo in Guymon, April 22–24, 2027.

Congratulations, Chisum — Springfield is proud of you!
11 days ago, Brooke Hartley
Chisum Roberson - Signed at Oklahoma Panhandle State University
Jett Konkel Signs with CSU Pueblo!

Jett Konkel has signed his letter of intent to continue his athletic and academic career at Colorado State University–Pueblo.

Throughout his high school track and field career, Jett qualified for state in the shot put and discus during his sophomore, junior, and senior seasons. He earned six state medals and became a two‑time 1A State Champion in the shot put. His outstanding performances also earned him First Team All‑State honors in both his junior and senior years.

Congratulations, Jett — your hard work and leadership have left a lasting mark on Springfield Track & Field! 🎉
11 days ago, Brooke Hartley
Jett Konkel - Signed with Colorado State University Pueblo

Apply online today:
🌐https://www.spre4.org/forms/certified-teacher-application

13 days ago, Shealynn Robins
A colorful recruitment flyer for Springfield Longhorns promoting open Elementary Teacher positions. The flyer uses bold red, white, and blue school colors and features the Springfield Longhorns logo in the upper left corner beside large text reading “WE’RE HIRING!” and “ELEMENTARY TEACHERS.” A classroom-themed image on the right side shows a teacher’s desk with books, supplies, and a chalkboard displaying the message “You… Make It Matter!” The flyer encourages educators to “Join our team and make a lasting impact on young learners!” and highlights a salary range of $41,200–$61,875 based on experience and degree. Informational sections describe inspiring young minds, supportive community culture, beautiful Colorado living, and opportunities to make a difference. Qualifications listed include a bachelor’s degree in elementary education or related field, Colorado teaching license or ability to obtain one, strong classroom management skills, and passion for student success. Additional benefits include work-life balance, leadership opportunities, and professional growth. Contact information and application website are included at the bottom along with the school phone number, email address, and district employment link.

☀️🍎 June Summer Food Service Menu Now Available! 🍎☀️

Springfield School District is sponsoring the Summer Food Service Program and is pleased to offer FREE meals to all children ages 1–18.

📅 Monday–Thursday
June 1, 2026 – July 23, 2026

⏰ Breakfast & Lunch
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

📍 Pickup Location:
Outside the concession stand window
475 W 5th Ave., Springfield, CO

The June menu is now available and includes a variety of nutritious breakfast and lunch options throughout the month.

Help us spread the word so every child can enjoy healthy meals this summer! Can fill out the form here.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

14 days ago, Shealynn Robins
June 2026 Springfield School Summer Food Service Program Menu A one-page monthly meal calendar for the Springfield School Summer Food Service Program for June 2026. The menu is organized by weekday (Monday through Friday) and lists daily breakfast and lunch offerings. Breakfast items include cereal with juice and milk, pancakes, waffles, muffins, yogurt, breakfast burritos, French toast sticks, sausage biscuits, and croissants. Lunch options include soft tacos, cheeseburgers, chicken sandwiches, pizza burgers, sloppy joes, meatball subs, Italian subs, BBQ pork sandwiches, burritos, taco burgers, chicken strips wraps, PB&J sandwiches, and pizza pasta. Each meal is served with milk and a variety of fruits and vegetables such as apples, oranges, bananas, pears, peaches, grapes, watermelon, cantaloupe, carrots, broccoli, green beans, corn, baked beans, and celery with peanut butter. A note at the bottom states that meals are distributed Monday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., June 1 through July 23, 2026. Additional information explains that participants must be 18 years old or younger, menus are subject to change without notice, fresh fruits and vegetables are offered based on availability, juice may be served when fresh fruit is unavailable, and the institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Apply online today:
🌐 https://www.spre4.org/forms/employee-application
15 days ago, Shealynn Robins
A bold and professional Springfield Longhorns recruitment flyer advertising “Bus Drivers Needed!” The flyer features the Springfield Longhorns logo in the upper left corner with large navy and red text reading “BUS DRIVERS Needed!” On the right side, a bright yellow school bus is prominently displayed. A red banner states “CDL with Passenger Endorsement Required.” The flyer highlights two driving opportunities: Route Drivers (Part Time) with a salary range of $10,906.80–$14,703.32 based on experience and route assignments, and Activity Drivers earning $16.45 per hour for games, field trips, and special events. Additional sections emphasize making a difference in students’ lives, flexible part-time schedules, competitive pay, and supporting safe learning environments. The bottom of the flyer includes the district employment website, phone number, and email address, along with the message “Together, We Support Our Students Every Day!”

Apply Online:
https://www.spre4.org/forms/employee-application

17 days ago, Shealynn Robins
A bold and colorful Springfield Longhorns recruitment flyer advertising paraprofessional positions. The flyer uses red, white, and blue school colors with the Springfield Longhorns logo in the upper left corner beside large text reading “WE’RE HIRING!” and “PARAPROFESSIONALS.” On the right side, a smiling paraprofessional works one-on-one with a young student at a classroom table, helping with writing activities. A large salary banner displays “$23,540.51–31,728.06 Based on experience.” The flyer emphasizes supporting student success, collaborating with educators, and making a positive impact in students’ lives. Qualifications listed include a high school diploma required, strong communication and interpersonal skills, teamwork, flexibility, and a passion for helping students succeed. Additional sections highlight a caring school community, meaningful work, and professional growth opportunities. The bottom of the flyer includes the district employment website, phone number, email address, and a banner reading, “Together, We Support Our Students Every Day!”
Spring Signing Day! Come support two of our student-athletes as they sign their letters of intent to continue their education and athletic pursuits in college.

TONIGHT!
Thursday, May 29, 2026
6:30 p.m.
Longhorn Gym
18 days ago, Brooke Hartley
College Signing Day

Apply online today:
🌐 https://www.spre4.org/forms/employee-application

19 days ago, Shealynn Robins
A bright and cheerful Springfield Longhorns hiring flyer for a “Title I Paraprofessional” position featuring bold red, white, and blue school colors. The flyer shows a smiling paraprofessional working one-on-one with a young student at a classroom table while helping with schoolwork. Large text reads “WE’RE HIRING!” and “Be a Champion for Students. Make a Difference Every Day!” The flyer highlights a salary range of $23,540.51–$31,728.06 based on experience. Colorful sections describe supporting student success, collaborating with educators, and making a positive impact in the classroom. Qualifications include an associate degree required, strong communication skills, teamwork, and a passion for helping students succeed. Additional sections promote a caring school community, professional growth opportunities, and meaningful work supporting students every day. The bottom of the flyer includes the district employment website, phone number, and email contact information with a banner reading, “Together, We Support Our Students Every Day!”

Apply online today:
🌐 https://www.spre4.org/forms/employee-application

21 days ago, Shealynn Robins
Colorful recruitment flyer for Springfield RE-4 School District advertising a “Front Desk Secretary (Food Service & Nutrition Support)” position. The flyer uses bold red, white, and blue school colors with the Springfield Longhorns logo prominently displayed in the top left corner. Large headline text reads “WE’RE HIRING!” above the job title in bold navy blue lettering. The upper right section shows a modern school office reception desk with motivational wall graphics that say: “You… Make It Matter! Bring the H.E.A.T!” Beneath the slogan are the words “Honor • Effort • Attitude • Teamwork.” The flyer includes organized sections with icons describing job responsibilities such as front office and customer service, food service administration, compliance and reporting, and student and staff support. A large highlighted salary section lists the pay range as “$27,021.48–$36,418.74.” A qualifications section lists requirements including a high school diploma, strong communication and multitasking skills, PowerSchool experience preferred, and school nutrition experience preferred. Under “Why You’ll Love It Here!” the flyer highlights a four-day work week Monday through Thursday from 7:30–4:30, supportive school culture, meaningful student impact, collaborative teamwork, and rewarding work. Additional sections describe the work environment and physical requirements. At the bottom, a bold “Apply Today!” banner includes the employment website: https://www.spre4.org/page/spre4-employment. A contact section lists the district phone number 719-523-6654 and email address s.robins@spre4.org for questions. The overall design is energetic, modern, professional, and school-spirit themed with clean typography and strong visual organization.

The SPRE4 Board of Directors will host a Regular Monthly Meeting on , Wed. May 27th, 2026 @ 6:00pm. Click this link for the agenda: https://aptg.co/2g8Cmv

22 days ago, Jenetta Baxter
Picture of cork board with post-it notes SPRE4 School Board Regular Monthly Meeting Wed. May 27th, 2026 @ 6:00 pm

The Springfield Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony will be Livestreamed for free on the Springfield High School Hudl Fan Page on Saturday, May 23, 2026 starting at 10:25 AM MST. Click Here for the Link

25 days ago, Jenetta Baxter
Free Live Stream Springfield Graduation Ceremony Saturday May 23, 2026 Starting at 10:25 am mst Live SPRE4 Hudl Springfield Longhorns
SHS seniors made their final walk-through the halls of Springfield RE4…. On Wednesday morning! Next step… Graduation Saturday morning at 10:30 am! Congratulations to all our SHS seniors!
26 days ago, Jenetta Baxter
picture of seniors in cap and gowns wearing 2026 sunglasses
picture of senior walking down elementary hallway
We recognized the following teachers for their years of service: Carol Grahn - 35 years, Mark Ricker - 30 years (not pictured), Starla Westphal - 20 years, Blake Gale - 15 years, Melissa Reid -10 years, Randy McEndree - 10 years, & Veronica Murphy - 5 years! Thank you to these awesome educators!
26 days ago, Jenetta Baxter
Supt. Kurt Baxter presenting an award to Carol Grahn for 35 years of service to SPRE4
Teachers that received service awards
Parents of Elementary Students: Please make plans to pick up your child's SUPPORT Little Caesar's Fundraiser orders tomorrow May 19th, 2026 from 4:00-5:00pm at the Cat Creek Event Center! Thank you!
29 days ago, Jenetta Baxter
make a world famous pizza in your own kitchen Little Caesars fundraisers
REMINDER: SPRE4 Kindergarten Graduation tonight @ 5:00 pm!
29 days ago, Jenetta Baxter
Class of 2026 Kindergarten Graduation Monday May 18, 2026 5:00pm Springfield School District RE4 Red, White, & Blue Gym
As the 2025-2026 school year is coming to an end, we would like to share a few important details about the last of school. It has a been a wonderful year to be a Longhorn!
29 days ago, Brooke Hartley
High School End of Year Information
Junior High End of Year Information
End of Year Elementary Information