The image shows a close-up of a flyer or brochure held by someone, with the bold heading "SPS Extra!" displayed prominently at the top. The text on the flyer reads " Engage IRL CALL TO ACTION, Thursday, Aug. 28, 2024, 9 AM at Yasuhara Middle School.”

SPS Extra: Activities offer alternative to screen time

September 19, 2024
“They’re so distracted from their learning, but it’s also clearly affecting their social outlook.” On this month’s SPS Extra podcast , Athletics & Activities Executive Director S...
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Andrew Gardner wears a red Ferris Saxons t-shirt outside a high school on a sunny day with students and adults out of focus in the background.

Get to Know Andrew Gardner - South/Ferris Engagement Navigator

September 9, 2024
As part of our Engage IRL initiative with Launch NW , five new SPS staff members will support connecting students with activities. These Engagement Navigators are assigned to...
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Every Student, Every Day, Engaged in Real Life Activities

August 28, 2024
It’s no big mystery or surprise: Students who participate in extracurricular activities statistically have better social, emotional and academic development than their peers. Tha...
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