Today, October 10, 2023 is World Mental Health Day. This is a day to talk about mental health and show everyone that mental health matters. It’s also a day to let people know that it’s okay to ask for help, no matter what you’re going through. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org. You can also reach Crisis Text Line by texting MHA to 741741.
Ms. Epperson's Pre-K students at Scottsburg Elementary had a great time visiting The Prizery in South Boston. Students enjoyed singing, learning about instruments, playing rhythm sticks, creative movement, and painting. The students can hardly wait until their next trip! A special thank you to The Prizery staff for providing this educational program for our Pre-K students.
As a reminder, all schools and offices will be closed Monday, October 9, 2023 in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Scottsburg Elementary would like to thank Pastor Evans and the congregation of Scottsburg Baptist Church for their kindness and support of our school. Prior to school starting, it was a special treat when Scottsburg Baptist Church invited all faculty and staff to a special “Back to School” luncheon. Faculty and staff thoroughly enjoyed the fellowship, delicious food, and the amazing strawberry cake for dessert. Recently, Scottsburg Baptist Church continued to show their support by donating school headphones. With the use of technology to enhance instructional learning in the classroom, headphones are greatly needed. The headphones will be checked out through the library for students not having a pair to use. Scottsburg Baptist Church also donated dry erase boards with markers and erasers, and dry erase pockets. The teachers and students are very grateful for these donations. The church reaching out to Scottsburg Elementary has truly been a blessing. Thank you again Pastor Evans and the members of Scottsburg Baptist Church!
Ms. Roller's fifth grade math class enjoyed working to escape from the virtual "Escape Room". Students were challenged to use their math skills to complete the various levels. Once the math problems were solved, students then had to solve the clues to move to the next room. Everyone rose to the challenge and were able to successfully escape.
Virginia Farm to School Week will occur October 2-6, 2023.
The Crunch Heard ‘Round the Commonwealth increases awareness of Virginia farm to school programs. To celebrate the event, our schools in Halifax County as well as many others across Virginia will simultaneously take a bite out of a Virginia grown apple. Together, we will make some noise for farm to school programs! The “Crunch” is held during Virginia Farm to School Week each year. The Crunch will take place on Thursday, October 5, 2023.
If you ordered mums from Scottsburg Elementary, you may pick them up on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. They will be available at the school between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. We appreciate your support of Scottsburg Elementary!
At Scottsburg Elementary, students enjoyed hearing the story, The Dot, by Peter H. Reynolds read by Mrs. Roberta Williams, the school librarian. Students were then given the opportunity to make their mark and draw their own version of a dot. Their creativity was then placed on a display in the hallways for others to see.
Too many absences can keep students from succeeding in school. If students miss 10% of the school year, they are considered chronically absent.
Thank you to the employees of Presto for the generous donation of school supplies. Presto also donated products to our schools. We appreciate the donation so much!
Thank you to the employees of Presto for the generous donation of school supplies. Presto also donated products to our schools. We appreciate the donation so much!
Thank you to the employees of Presto for the generous donation of school supplies.
Presto also donated products for use in the schools. We appreciate the donation so much!
Attendance Matters!
Did you know If a student is absent 10% or more of the school year, it is considered chronic absenteeism? Ten percent is 18 days per school year or an average of two days a month.
All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, September 4, 2023 in observance of Labor Day.
Catch up with the latest student stories, events, and news updates. It's everything Halifax County Schools, in your pocket. If you haven't already, download the app!
Download for Android https://bit.ly/3ZEbfk4
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3ET4aE6
Fall Mum Sale At Scottsburg Elementary
Start your fall decorating now and support Scottsburg Elementary during our annual fall mum fundraiser. A variety of beautiful colors are available including yellow, orange, purple, red, and white. The cost of the mums are $8.00 each. All order forms and money are due by Wednesday, September 6, 2023. Order forms will be sent home with students and are available in the office. Thank you for your continued support of our school.
Smiling faces were all around at Scottsburg Elementary as the 2023-2024 school year began on August 21, 2023. Faculty and staff greeted the students as they arrived and welcomed them back. The first day was a great start!
Scottsburg Elementary would like to thank the Dan River Community Ruritan Club members for the generous donation of school supplies for our students. We greatly appreciate your continued support of our school.
Please keep this in mind as our buses will be back on the roads this morning.
#hcpsbacktoschool2324
The Halifax County School Board welcomes all students, staff, and families back to school. Have a wonderful year!
#BacktoSchoolVA
