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Greetings Sterling Public Schools Community,
It is my honor and privilege to serve as your next Superintendent of Schools. I am a father of two children. My daughter Sydney is a 1st grade teacher in central Arkansas and my son Blake is completing his senior year of high school. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in 1993 and a Master of Education in 2005 from Northeastern State University. I entered the Navy boot camp in 1988 and retired from the Navy Seabee’s in 2010. I have held numerous education positions from classroom teacher, coach, and administrator. I couldn’t be more thrilled and excited to be here and I’m looking forward to meeting you in the coming months.
Very Respectfully,
John Pinkston
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SCHOOL CREED
I am a Sterling Tiger, This is where I belong. I strive for excellence, So our tradition will stand strong. I do everything with dedication and pride. I keep my hopes up and spirit alive. I have the dignity to try and power to succeed. WE ARE THE TIGERS, FOREVER WE WILL BE Upcoming Events: |
District News:
Community News:What Is Great About Sterling Public Schools?
~ SPS is a welcoming school and we take care of our students ~ We have a high percentage of students who excel in their classes ~ A high percentage of our students participate in extracurricular activities ~ SPS is focused on School safety – 57 cameras and restricted entrances ~ Our teachers are highly qualified ~ Our paraprofessionals are highly qualified – State certifications, some with teaching degrees ~ SPS is a four day a week school (Monday through Thursday) ~ Our academic teams in elementary, junior high, and high school are competitive ~ SHS electives – photography, psychology, music appreciation, STEM, Forensics, Spanish ~ FFA and FCCLA are very active and competitive ~ All athletic events at SPS are competitive and represent our school well ~ Our Student Council is very active and supportive ~ Our staff knows each student and we place students at the top of our priorities ~ Colleges classes are available – 12 to 15 hours may be earned ~ SPS has very few discipline problems ~ SPS promotes positive, constructive relationships ~ Hotspots are provided to qualifying students for internet connections ~ The technology throughout the school is new and was purchased with grant money ~ Red Ribbon (Drug Free) week is during the Halloween season - dress up each day of the week ~ Drug Free Olympics is held between grades 7-12 during Drug Free Week ~ Our counselor conducts character education to our elementary school students ~ The SPS Superintendent holds Leadership Lunch periodically for student leaders ~ The SPS School Board recognizes student achievements at board meetings ~ Grants are providing HVAC units, supplies, and are covering some salaries ~ A school bond passed in 2018 for textbooks, a bus, a car, school safety, and technology ~ Our elementary PE offers swimming in the school swimming pool ~ SES hold Grandparents Day ~ During the spring SES holds Spring Fling fun day ~ The elementary takes theme pictures for Halloween, Christmas, and Easter ~ SPS has an annual Halloween Carnival ~ Banquets are held each spring for FFA, FCCLA, and Athletics ~ Dances are held for upper elementary classes and high school ~ SHS holds a Homecoming during basketball season ~ Senior Night is held at our last home basketball game ~ Field trips are a common occurrence at SES and SHS ~ All school meals are currently free, breakfast and lunch ~ The buildings and facilities are well taken care of including a new roof ~The school swimming pool is opened up in the summer |