Rocket Parent Partnership Night
Join Us!
RPPN 2026 Spring Semester Launch
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Spring Grove Area High School
Who Should Attend:
SGASD Parents/Guardians of Students in Grades 8 - 12.
(Your student is welcome to attend with you.)
Schedule:
For Grades 9 -12: 6 PM - 8 PM
- 6 PM - 7 PM - Meet Your Student's Semester 2 Teachers
- Teachers will be in their rooms to talk with you about the course, explore classroom materials, and discuss learning expectations.
- Teachers will be in their rooms to talk with you about the course, explore classroom materials, and discuss learning expectations.
- 7 PM - 8 PM - Information Sessions
- Plan to attend a variety of information sessions run by teachers, where you get to pick what is important to you.
For Grade 8: 6:30 PM - 8 PM
- 6:30 PM - 7 PM - High School Course Selection Overview (Rohrbaugh Family Auditorium)
- Mr. Ehrhart, SGAHS Principal, will present an overview of high school courses, programs, course selection, and other key topics.
- Mr. Ehrhart, SGAHS Principal, will present an overview of high school courses, programs, course selection, and other key topics.
- 7 PM - 8 PM - Information Sessions
- Plan to attend a variety of information sessions run by teachers, where you get to pick what is important to you.
Visit the Rocket Fuel Cafe!
Come grab a snack at the student-run Rocket Fuel Cafe open from 6 PM - 8 PM! The Cafe will be open for student workers to show off their customer service skills.
Chat with Dr. Renaut, Acting Superintendent
Dr. Renaut will be available in the hallway near the Career Center. This is a great opportunity to chat with him, ask questions, and get to know him as he supports Rocket Nation.
About Rocket Parent Partnership Nights
At Spring Grove Area High School, we are committed to fostering meaningful connections between parents/guardians, teachers, and staff to create an engaged and supportive learning community where students can Learn Without Limits.
Rocket Parent Partnership Nights (RPPN) are your opportunity to get to know the High School better, learn about some of the diverse programs and opportunities available for your student, and build relationships with the dedicated educators who help your child succeed.
We look forward to seeing you at a Rocket Parent Partnership Night and working together to support your student’s success!
- Career Education
- Grade 08
- Grade 09
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
Agricultural Program Courses and Opportunities
Presenter: Lacey Beshore
This session will cover the Agricultural CTE program, its benefits and opportunities for students, and course options.
Location: Room 231
Grades: 8 - 11
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
- Art Education
- Grade 08
- Grade 09
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
Art Courses and Options Explained
Presenter: Bryan Stough
We will provide an overview of the art courses offered at the high school and how some of the classes can align with students' interests and careers after high school.
Location: Room 111
Grades: 8 - 11
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
- Grade 08
- Grade 09
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
- Technology
Artificial Intelligence at SGASD
Presenters: Brent Barge and Chris Enck
Spring Grove Area School District recently passed a new school board policy regarding the use of Generative AI. This session will outline what parents and students need to know about this new policy.
Location: Conference Room 52
Grades: 8 - 11
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
- Grade 08
- Music Education
Be a Part of High School Music!
Presenter: Abigail Kirkpatrick
Learn about the performing ensembles, music classes, and extracurricular music groups offered at the high school level.
Grades: 8
Location: Room 620
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
- General Education
- Grade 08
- Grade 09
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
- Post-Secondary College Preparation
Designing your High School Science Journey
Presenters: Catrina Frey and Kim Richard
We will examine the courses offered through high school, explain progression, prerequisites, and options for students. We will answer questions about our science curricula and help guide parents and students in making the best choices for their goals.
Location: Room 223
Grades: 8 - 11
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
- Grade 09
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
- Grade 12
- Post-Secondary College Preparation
Earning College Credits in High School
Presenters: Steve Perago, David Bahn, Jen Huhn, Amanda Jones, and Kathy Krall
Information on Advanced Placement and College in the High School course offerings, and how each can help students earn college credits while in high school.
Location: Room 221
Grades: 9 - 12
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
- General Education
- Grade 08
- Grade 09
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
English Course Selection Options
Presenter: Deanna Thatcher and Jared Reck
We will examine the courses offered through high school, explain progression, prerequisites, and options for students. We will answer questions about our English curricula and help guide parents and students in making the best choices for their goals.
Location: Room 317
Grades: 8 - 11
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
- General Education
- Grade 09
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
Keystone and Act 158 Info Session
Presenters: Karen Knowlton-Forney, Deborah Pensinger, Dr. Renee Bosak, and Sandy Kraft
We will discuss the Literature, Algebra, and Biology Keystone Exams and how to prepare for them, as well as the Keystone Composite Score and alternative pathways to graduation.
Location: Room 313
Grades: 9 - 11
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
- General Education
- Grade 08
- Grade 09
- Grade 10
Keystone Exams
Presenters: Karen Knowlton-Forney, Deborah Pensinger, Dr. Renee Bosak, and Sandy Kraft
This session will explain the Keystone Exams, how to prepare your student, and alternative pathways to meet graduation requirements.
Location: Room 313
Grades: 8 - 10
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
- General Education
- Grade 09
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
- Grade 12
Leadership Opportunities
Presenters: Haley Pitzer, Amber Betz, Holly Strait, Erika Koblitz
This session shares information about various leadership opportunities at our school. We will learn about Link Crew, the Rocket Leadership Course, and Mini-THON, sharing the purpose of each program, what students do, and how they can get involved.
Location: Room 236
Grades: 9 - 12
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
- General Education
- Grade 08
- Grade 09
Navigating 9th Grade
Presenters: Amanda Grant, Paxton Drumheller, and Kelly Metzger
Discussion of: High School ELA expectations, Mission Control, block schedule, differences between middle and high school (final exams, constructed responses, reading outside of class, etc.)
Location: Room 304
Grades: 8 and 9
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
- Grade 11
- Grade 12
- Post-Secondary College Preparation
Navigating Financial Aid
Presenters: Sarah Caplan and Stephanie Perago
Stephanie Perago, Assistant Director of Financial Aid at York College, will join us to walk through the financial aid process for prospective college students.
Location: Room 312
Grades: 11 and 12
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
- Grade 09
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
- Grade 12
- Post-Secondary College Preparation
Opening Doors: Preparing Students for College and Scholarships
Presenters: Julia Baer and Melissa Grim
This session is an informative presentation about college admissions and scholarship opportunities.
Location: Room 333
Grades: 9 - 12
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
- Career Education
- General Education
- Grade 08
- Grade 09
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
- Grade 12
Preparing for the Future with Business Education
Presenters: Nicci Riser, Kaylyn Ford, and Loni Kress
Business Department course offerings and alignment. Taking advantage of DECA, a new-to-the-Grove business competition organization.
Location: Room 205
Grades: 8 - 12
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
- Grade 08
- Grade 09
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
- Grade 12
- Special Education
Special Education and Course Selection Q & A
Presenters: Special Education Department
Review the course selection process and answer parental concerns.
Location: Room 212
Grades: 8 - 12
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
- Career Education
- Grade 08
- Grade 09
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
- Grade 12
- Technology
STEM Courses and Options Explained
Presenter: Joe Sokolovich and Josh Richard
We'll take a look at some of the new STEM courses, possible "tracks" students can take, and how those tracks tie into students' interests and careers after high school.
Location: Room 135
Grades: 8 - 12
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM
- General Education
- Grade 08
- Grade 09
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
World Language: Should I Take the Next Level?
Presenters: Abbie Rothenberger and Heather Fluke
Helpful tidbits about whether or not continuing on to the next level of a World Language is right for you.
Location: Room 331
Grades: 8 - 11
Session Times: All session times available
- 7:00 PM - 7:15 PM
- 7:20 PM - 7:35 PM
- 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM