Sun Prairie Area School District
Recent News About Sun Prairie Area School District
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Sun Prairie Robotics wins award with first-year robot creation
Thirty days before their inaugural robotics competition, the Sun Prairie high schools’ robotics club faced the challenge of building a team and creating a functional robot.
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Sun Prairie middle schools receive Compeer Financial agriculture education grant
Patrick Marsh and Prairie View Middle School in Sun Prairie have been awarded a Compeer Financial Agriculture Education and Classroom Equipment Grant.
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Dane County Districts: Which ethnicity was most represented in 2024-25 school year?
The most prevalent ethnicity in the Dane County districts' student body in the 2024-25 school year was white, according to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
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How many H-1B petitions made by employers in Madison Reporter publication area were approved during 2024?
In 2024, 98.9% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in the Madison Reporter publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Adult transition program recognized by Sun Prairie Public Library
Sun Prairie's Adult Transition Program has been honored with a Community Service Award by the Sun Prairie Public Library.
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Kristi Ninedorf honored by Sun Prairie Area School District for inclusivity efforts
Kristi Ninedorf, a 2002 graduate of the Sun Prairie Area School District, has been named the 2024-25 Wall of Success Honoree.
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How many H-1B petitions were made by employers in Madison Reporter publication area during 2024?
Employers based in the Madison Reporter publication area submitted 660 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Which Dane County district had biggest enrollment in 2023-24 school year
For the 2023-24 school year, Madison Metropolitan School District experienced the biggest enrollment among Dane County school districts.
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Davis and Grayson elected to school board; Uhlenkamp declared for two-year term
Amanda Davis and Melissa Grayson have been elected as members of the school board, alongside the reappointment of Diana McFarland and Colleen Uhlenkamp.
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Educational Services industry employers submit 289 H-1B petitions across Madison Reporter publication area in 2024
Employers classified under the Educational Services industry based in the Madison Reporter publication area submitted 289 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Sun Prairie schools seek waiver for new student ranking criteria
A public hearing will take place at the upcoming School Board meeting to discuss a request from the Sun Prairie Area School District (SPASD) for a waiver regarding student ranking criteria.
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Sun Prairie Utilities partners with school district for new well and outdoor classroom
Sun Prairie Utilities (SPU) and the Sun Prairie Area School District (SPASD) are collaborating on a project to construct a city well and an outdoor classroom at Sun Prairie East.
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SPASD School Nutrition Team enhances meal program with fresh ingredients
The SPASD School Nutrition Team is enhancing its meal offerings to better support student growth and learning.
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Grow Your Own program supports SPASD staff's educational advancement
The Grow Your Own program is an initiative designed to assist SPASD staff in advancing their careers in education.
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District fosters communication with Latino and Hmong families
The District has emphasized its commitment to fostering communication with diverse student and family groups through initiatives such as the Latino and Hmong Family Advisory Groups.
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SPASD earns national recognition for employee wellness initiatives
The on-site Employee Wellness Clinic of the district is central to providing accessible and quality care for staff and their families.
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Craig Coulthart prepares to retire after long career in education
After 18 years at Eastside Elementary School and a total of 25 years in education, Craig Coulthart is set to retire at the end of this school year.
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Sun Prairie releases Spring 2025 community newsletter
The Sun Prairie Experience newsletter has released its Spring 2025 edition.
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Sun Prairie Area School District reaffirms support for LGBTQIA+ community
The Sun Prairie Area School District (SPASD) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting LGBTQIA+ students, staff, and families.
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Wisconsin Education: 77,074 students enrolled in Dane County school districts in 2023-24 school year
There were 77,074 students enrolled in Dane County school districts in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.