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![Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School junior accepted into Cooper Hewitt Design Hive Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765982964/spfk12org/culevwyuucpgofalbcid/Lugoartwork.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765982964/spfk12org/culevwyuucpgofalbcid/Lugoartwork.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1765982964/spfk12org/culevwyuucpgofalbcid/Lugoartwork.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1765982964/spfk12org/culevwyuucpgofalbcid/Lugoartwork.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1765982964/spfk12org/culevwyuucpgofalbcid/Lugoartwork.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1765982964/spfk12org/culevwyuucpgofalbcid/Lugoartwork.jpg","width":2200}])
Highly competitive program selects top young designers, giving them an opportunity to explore design through real-world projects
![Scotch Plains-Fanwood Schools Recognize 15 Governor’s Educator of the Year Recipients]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765982657/spfk12org/ttihcig0uuwswu9hnloe/TMSShalanGEOY.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765982657/spfk12org/ttihcig0uuwswu9hnloe/TMSShalanGEOY.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1765982657/spfk12org/ttihcig0uuwswu9hnloe/TMSShalanGEOY.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1765982657/spfk12org/ttihcig0uuwswu9hnloe/TMSShalanGEOY.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1765982657/spfk12org/ttihcig0uuwswu9hnloe/TMSShalanGEOY.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1765982657/spfk12org/ttihcig0uuwswu9hnloe/TMSShalanGEOY.jpg","width":2200}])
Scotch Plains-Fanwood Public Schools recently recognized 15 exceptional teachers and educational services professionals nominated for the 2025-2026 Governor’s Educator of the Year Recognition Program.
![SPF Makes Field Improvements Across District for 2025-2026 School Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765817048/spfk12org/a7zd1uozxb2xyabra9lp/JVSoftballFieldAfter.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765817048/spfk12org/a7zd1uozxb2xyabra9lp/JVSoftballFieldAfter.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1765817048/spfk12org/a7zd1uozxb2xyabra9lp/JVSoftballFieldAfter.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765817048/spfk12org/a7zd1uozxb2xyabra9lp/JVSoftballFieldAfter.jpg","width":1080}])
The district prioritizes ongoing maintenance and improvements to our fields.
Here is a list of work that has been completed during the 2025-2026 school year and what still needs to be done.
![Scotch Plains-Fanwood Public Schools announces grade-level adjustments to address enrollment surge]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764873124/spfk12org/iki42a87epz6snv7xw9d/SPFPS_Crest_Final_RGB.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764873124/spfk12org/iki42a87epz6snv7xw9d/SPFPS_Crest_Final_RGB.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764873124/spfk12org/iki42a87epz6snv7xw9d/SPFPS_Crest_Final_RGB.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764873124/spfk12org/iki42a87epz6snv7xw9d/SPFPS_Crest_Final_RGB.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1764873124/spfk12org/iki42a87epz6snv7xw9d/SPFPS_Crest_Final_RGB.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1764873124/spfk12org/iki42a87epz6snv7xw9d/SPFPS_Crest_Final_RGB.png","width":2200}])
District plans to gradually return fifth grade to elementary schools, starting with Brunner Elementary School in the 2026-2027 school year
![Three Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School student-athletes celebrated at fall National Signing Day ceremony]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762980541/spfk12org/g06dnnay7ehrvisalrs3/SPFathletesletterofintentsigning2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762980541/spfk12org/g06dnnay7ehrvisalrs3/SPFathletesletterofintentsigning2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762980541/spfk12org/g06dnnay7ehrvisalrs3/SPFathletesletterofintentsigning2025.jpg","width":640}])
Three Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School student-athletes have signed Letters of Intent with colleges and universities. We are so proud of their academic and athletic accomplishments!
![Scotch Plains-Fanwood Public Schools seeks community input on future goals]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762806687/spfk12org/j4bq9tiklxiocalseuj9/SPFLogo.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762806687/spfk12org/j4bq9tiklxiocalseuj9/SPFLogo.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762806687/spfk12org/j4bq9tiklxiocalseuj9/SPFLogo.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762806687/spfk12org/j4bq9tiklxiocalseuj9/SPFLogo.png","width":844}])
Scotch Plains-Fanwood Public Schools is excited to develop a new Strategic Plan to set goals for the next three to five years. As part of this process, the district is soliciting feedback through a community survey to gather data, ideas, and perspectives from residents.
![Scotch Plains-Fanwood Public Schools moves forward with voter-approved projects following successful referendum]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1760472464/spfk12org/y2cmitk5o94szhsl2b5u/LaGrande1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1760472464/spfk12org/y2cmitk5o94szhsl2b5u/LaGrande1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1760472464/spfk12org/y2cmitk5o94szhsl2b5u/LaGrande1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1760472464/spfk12org/y2cmitk5o94szhsl2b5u/LaGrande1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1760472464/spfk12org/y2cmitk5o94szhsl2b5u/LaGrande1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1760472464/spfk12org/y2cmitk5o94szhsl2b5u/LaGrande1.jpg","width":2200}])
Scotch Plains-Fanwood Public Schools has begun the bid process and completed the first sale of bonds for the projects approved by voters in January 2025. With construction beginning this fall, the district is on track to open La Grande Elementary School to pre-kindergarten students for the 2026-2027 school year and to complete district-wide upgrades to fire alarms, electrical, and HVAC by fall 2026 and fall 2027.
![Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Dives into Myth and Magic with Metamorphoses]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1760037241/spfk12org/ulasx0bhzzrluuupuwab/OutsideBannerMetamorphoses.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1760037241/spfk12org/ulasx0bhzzrluuupuwab/OutsideBannerMetamorphoses.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1760037241/spfk12org/ulasx0bhzzrluuupuwab/OutsideBannerMetamorphoses.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1760037241/spfk12org/ulasx0bhzzrluuupuwab/OutsideBannerMetamorphoses.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1760037241/spfk12org/ulasx0bhzzrluuupuwab/OutsideBannerMetamorphoses.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1760037241/spfk12org/ulasx0bhzzrluuupuwab/OutsideBannerMetamorphoses.jpg","width":2070}])
Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School is proud to present a unique theatrical event this fall: Metamorphoses by Mary Zimmerman. A Tony Award–winning play, Metamorphoses reimagines Greek myths, such as “Orpheus and Eurydice” and “King Midas,” through poetic storytelling and stunning visual design. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, Oct. 7 at spfhsrep.com.
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![English Classes for Adult Language Learners]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1767716726/spfk12org/q21b1dtbyyqv3harwdje/AdultEnglishClasses2026.pdf","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1767716726/spfk12org/q21b1dtbyyqv3harwdje/AdultEnglishClasses2026.pdf","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1767716726/spfk12org/q21b1dtbyyqv3harwdje/AdultEnglishClasses2026.pdf","width":612}])
The Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District is proud to offer FREE English language classes to adult English learners.
![Enrolling Your Child]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1751975960/spfk12org/ww68fkqkxi5mddf8vost/Enrollment_post.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1751975960/spfk12org/ww68fkqkxi5mddf8vost/Enrollment_post.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1751975960/spfk12org/ww68fkqkxi5mddf8vost/Enrollment_post.png","width":800}])
Click above to learn more and begin the process of enrolling your child.
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About Our District
Who We Are
Scotch Plains-Fanwood Public Schools is a Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade public school district in Union County, New Jersey. The district's five elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school support an active and diverse student body of nearly 5,500 students.
What We Do
Our mission is to educate every student to become a confident and caring life-long learner who can communicate and contribute positively to the rapidly changing world. The district, in cooperation with the community, will provide, an academic environment which values excellence, initiative and diversity.
What We Stand For
The district is committed to creating a nurturing environment where all students can learn and thrive. The district not only celebrates academic growth but fosters students' interest in the arts, athletics, and co-curricular activities with numerous programs. As the SPF Alma Mater reminds us, "all to here belong"!