Interim reports for the second nine weeks are available for viewing on the Campus Portal. If you need assistance with the portal or need a paper copy of the report, please contact your child's school.
Scottsburg Elementary fourth and fifth graders explored Plymouth Colony in 1621 through a VR experience facilitated by Mrs. Khaela Powell, ITRT. Students then applied their engineering skills to build pumpkin/turkey catapults, with the challenge of only using limited materials to mirror how the Wampanoag Tribe taught the Pilgrims to use the resources around them.
Staff and students seemed like they were seeing double during the "Dress Alike Twin Day" held at Scottsburg Elementary on November 19, 2025.
Third grade students in Mrs. Throckmorton's science class at Scottsburg Elementary had to test their knowledge as they completed a science experiment to determine which solids would dissolve into a liquid. Before each experiment, students were challenged to make a hypothesis based on what they thought would occur. Next the students had the task of mixing a solid which included, black pepper, flour, and sand into water. The students did a great job predicting which solids dissolved and which ones did not.
Congratulations to the Scottsburg Elementary fifth graders for completing the D.A.R.E. program provided by the Halifax County Sheriff's Office. A special graduation program was held for the students at the Halifax County High School on November 18, 2025.
On Fridays at Scottsburg Elementary staff members wore jeans and donated $1.00 to raise money for local charities and organizations. The “Jean Days for a Cause” funds collected during the months of August, September, and October were donated to the Halifax County Cancer Association. Pictured presenting a donation of $250 to Mrs. Pat Leith, Director of the Halifax County Cancer Association, are Mr. Nathan Lantor, principal, Mrs. Jennifer Laughorn, and Mrs. Madison Baynes, first grade teachers.
On November 12, 2025, Scottsburg Elementary students and staff had a chance to change roles during "Dress Like a Teacher/Dress Like a Student" Spirit Day. The students showed up dressed like teachers complete with cardigans, dresses, neckties, glasses, and lanyards. Some students even came dressed like the principal, Mr. Lantor. The teachers wore hoodies, t-shirts, joggers, and sneakers. It was another amazing day at Scottsburg Elementary.
All schools and offices will be closed Tuesday, November 11, 2025 in observance of Veterans Day.
Look for the Square 1 Art order forms coming home with your students soon. You may also go to the website https://shop.square1art.com/shop to order online. Scottsburg Elementary appreciates your support of our school by participating in this school fundraising event. Thank you!
On Sunday, November 16, 2025 from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM, there will be a presentation at HCHS called Hidden In Plain Sight. Join local parents and other caring adults for an immersive experience designed to give you the skills needed to recognize risky behaviors in young people. This presentation is for adults only. Refreshments will be provided.
On November 4, Scottsburg Elementary students and staff wore white in observance of Lung Cancer Awareness Month and to support one of our very own staff members who is a lung cancer survivor, Traci Owen. At Scottsburg Elementary, no Scottie fights alone.
Students in fourth and fifth grade at Scottsburg Elementary enjoyed learning about the skills of archery and participating in the sport during PE class under the direction of Mr. Keith Beadles and Mrs. Sherrey Deel.
Students in kindergarten and first grade at Scottsburg Elementary took a fun field trip to The Junction in Clarksville, VA. They enjoyed learning about how plants grow, visiting the animals, hay rides, going through the mazes, and playing in the piles of corn.
🦃Sharing Stories, Not Just Screens🦃
Tip:
Use technology to preserve family memories this Thanksgiving. Have your child record a short interview with a grandparent or relative using a phone or tablet. Save the audio or video to create a digital family story archive that can be enjoyed for years to come.
Helpful Website/App:
Book Creator – www.bookcreator.com
Kids can easily make and share digital books filled with family photos and stories.
Tip:
Use technology to preserve family memories this Thanksgiving. Have your child record a short interview with a grandparent or relative using a phone or tablet. Save the audio or video to create a digital family story archive that can be enjoyed for years to come.
Helpful Website/App:
Book Creator – www.bookcreator.com
Kids can easily make and share digital books filled with family photos and stories.
Join local parents and other caring adults for an immersive experience designed to give you the skills needed to recognize risky behaviors in young people. Refreshments provided. Presentation is for adults only.
SNAP
Students in Mrs. Samantha Bennett's class enjoyed designing a special face for their class pumpkin complete with triangles and ovals. Students learned about how pumpkins grow and took turns scooping out the seeds inside. A special thank you to Fork Baptist Church for donating pumpkins to our school for our students to enjoy.
Students in Ms. Beth Epperson's Pre-K class had a great time at their Halloween Pumpkin Hunt. After the hunt, students returned to the classroom to practice their counting skills to see how many they were able to locate.
Students and staff at Scottsburg Elementary had an exciting Halloween. It was amazing to see so many unique Halloween costumes this year. Lunch time in the cafeteria was even more exciting when Mr. Lantor, the school principal, had to chase a huge dinosaur out of the school when he appeared after smelling the delicious lunches the students were eating. Students also had a visit from Mrs. Frizzle and her mad scientists with the Magic School bus loaded with treats for the students. It was another great day at Scottsburg! Elementary.
Mark your calendars now for the upcoming events to be held at Scottsburg Elementary during the month of November 2025.
