Sandburg Middle School

05/05/2026

11/13/2025

🎻✨ What an incredible start to our evening celebrating the musical talents of our students from Sandburg’s feeder schools — Hawthorne, Edison, and Field!

Their performances opened our Orchestra Concert beautifully, setting the tone for a night filled with collaboration, growth, and joy. 🎶

We’re so proud of these young musicians for their hard work, dedication, and passion — the future of our music programs is bright! 🌟

11/05/2025

☕️ Valet Perking Coffee Cart ☕️

Our Spartans are serving up more than just great coffee — they’re building connections, showcasing expertise, and learning the value of hard work through our Valet Perking Coffee Cart! 💪

A huge thank you to for funding this incredible learning opportunity and to our community partner for providing the delicious treats our students sell and share each week. 🍪💛

We’re proud of our students for their professionalism, teamwork, and enthusiasm — this project is a perfect example of what it means to .

08/25/2025

Science in motion! ⚡ Sandburg students hit the track to explore how speed changes between walking and running. Hands-on learning + movement = engagement and discovery!

08/19/2025

📸 Picture Day is more than just a snapshot—it’s a moment that captures who we are today and who we’re becoming together. Surrounded by peers and photographers, our students shine because of the connections they make each day at Sandburg.

When we , every moment becomes part of our shared story.

05/05/2025

🚁 WGN Morning News is flying over Sandburg Middle School on Friday, May 9 at 7:20 AM! Join us behind Sandburg at 7:00 AM for music, snacks, fun activities — and a chance to be on TV! SMS students and feeder families are welcome! Elementary parents/guardians, please stay with your child and allow time for drop-off at your school.

04/28/2025

Huge thanks to Dr. Hurt, the York High School administrative team, counselors, support staff, and student leaders for providing such a strong and supportive transition for our Sandburg Spartans! We are grateful for the warm welcome, the thoughtful preparation, and the encouragement you’ve shown our students as they take this exciting next step.

02/12/2025

Spartans: Due to the Winter Weather Advisory, all District 205 buildings will be closed tomorrow, Feb. 12. All before- and after-school activities are canceled. Middle school e-learning will begin at 8:30 AM. There will be no late start, and school will follow normal schedules remotely.

More details can be found on our website. Stay safe and warm—we’ll see everyone back in person on Feb. 13!

01/23/2025

At Sandburg Middle School, we’re committed to fostering meaningful student-staff relationships and creating learning environments where every Spartan feels welcomed, affirmed, and engaged.

Here’s a glimpse into our classrooms where Amplify ELA lessons come alive. Through close reading, evidence-based writing, and rich academic discussions, our students dive deep into text analysis and build essential skills. Teachers use purposeful protocols to ensure lessons are impactful, preparing students for success in assessments and beyond.

This is what it means to prioritize Learning Environments: collaboration, connection, and growth!

01/23/2025

🎻✨ Spartans, get ready for an unforgettable night of music! ✨🎻

Our talented Sandburg Orchestra students are teaming up with Edison, Field, and Hawthorne for Stringapalooza – a FREE concert featuring hit songs from artists like Coldplay, Queen, Ed Sheeran, and more! 🎶

And the excitement doesn’t stop there… we’re thrilled to welcome special guest artist Cary Kanno! 🌟

📅 Wednesday, February 12
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Sandburg Middle School

Let’s pack the house and show our Spartan pride! 💙💛 Don’t miss this magical evening celebrating music and community.