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News, achievements & student stories
A look at what's happening at SPARK — from published authors to test results and writing awards.
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Grace Ostermayer is a published author on Amazon
A SPARK student becomes a published author — read the story behind the book.
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Lois Lowry, Newbery-winning author, is interviewed by SPARK students
SPARK students interviewed the acclaimed author of The Giver.
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SPARK Students Score 2–5 Years Above Grade Level on 2025 IOWA Tests
Results from the 2025 IOWA Tests of Basic Skills show students performing well above grade level.
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FWAY Winners 2025
Celebrating our 2025 Florida Writers Association Youth (FWAY) winners.
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