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General Back-To-School Information
Visit our Back-to-School Information webpage to help you prepare for the start of the new school year.
First Day of School for Students
August 19th
First Day for Kindergarten, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, and 9th Grade Students Only
August 20th
First Day for All Other Grades
Ready to Welcome Our Newest Rockets
Meet our 2026-27 WEB Leaders! These eighth-grade student leaders are ready to help our seventh-graders feel welcomed, connected, and confident as they begin their middle school journey.
Learn more about the SGAMS WEB program
Welcome, New Teachers and Counselors!
We're thrilled to extend a warm welcome to our new teachers and school counselors who are joining our school family this year!
SGAHS Student Makes U.S. National Spacemodeling Team
Gautham Narayan has qualified to represent the U.S. at the 25th Fédération Aéronautique Internationale World Championships for Space Models, planned for August 2027 in Poland.
Our Mission
To challenge and motivate all students to attain their full potential.
The Rocket Promise
We commit to creating an environment of respect, dignity, belonging, and positive engagement with our community and beyond.
Spring Grove Area Middle School News
Read about all the great things happening at Spring Grove Area Middle School.
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A community survey was launched to share ideas on the Rocket mascot.
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Athletes from Spring Grove Area School District wrapped up another great season!
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These Rockets are reaching for the stars!
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Students competed at the Battle of the Rockets in Culpeper, Virginia
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The Select Strings and Orion performed as part of the National Music In Our Schools Month celebration.
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These Rockets are reaching for the stars!
SGAMS Announcements
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Visit our Back-to-School Information webpage to help you prepare for the start of the 2026-27 school year.
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Did You Know?
Fun facts about SGASD and the Spring Grove Area Middle School.
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The Workplace Wellness Awards program from the Central Penn Business Group on Health recognizes businesses and organizations that have demonstrated outstanding commitment to improving the health and well-being of their employees.
We are absolutely thrilled to win this prestigious award and deeply grateful to our outstanding Rocket Wellness Committee members, composed of dedicated staff who organize and spearhead a multitude of wellness programs, activities, and initiatives for our colleagues. This accolade highlights our commitment to fostering a thriving workplace culture.
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The NAMM Foundation has named Spring Grove Area School District one of the Best Communities for Music Education for the thirteenth consecutive year. The designation is a testament to the District's outstanding commitment to music education, which is made possible by our dedicated music teachers, students, supportive staff, Music Boosters, and our Rocket community.
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Spring Grove Area High School received the 2025-2026 U.S. News Best High School Award. SGAHS ranks in the top 31% in the state and the top 23% in the nation.
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Spring Grove Area School District was awarded the 2026 Niche Best Schools designation. SGASD ranked among the top 5 school districts in York County and in the top 25% of school districts in Pennsylvania, according to Niche.
Niche offers K-12 school rankings by state based on stats, test scores, and school ratings.