Scottsville's Tuesday Tiger Times
December 2, 2025
Student Voices - Depths of the Ocean. 4th grade
Holiday Assistance
If you would like to donate you may do so through the Toys Lift (which goes to all schools), or you may bring new clothes, new shoes, or new toys to the main office for our school community. We will use the gift card donations to purchase needed clothing and other items.
If you have questions, please call the front office at 434-286-2441
Nominate a Teacher for a Golden Apple Award!
The nomination window for the 2025-2026 Golden Apple Awards is open until January 26, 2026! Anyone can nominate a teacher for a Golden Apple: students, families, community members, or other educators.
Details are on the Golden Apple webpage: https://www.k12albemarle.org/our-division/golden-apple-awards
News from PTO
National Cookie Day Treats for Staff
We are swarming the teachers lounge with cookies for National Cookie Day THIS THURSDAY to show our appreciation. Cookies may be homemade or store bought. Please sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0944ABAB2DA5FF2-60816937-national
Bingo Night!
🎄 Holly Jolly Bingo Night – December 5!
Join us for 10 rounds of cash-prize Bingo, dinner, 50/50 raffle, and festive fun! Capacity is limited and tickets may not be available at the door. We highly recommend purchasing in advance to guarantee your spot! 🎅
Get yours now at zeffy.com/ticketing/2025-holly-jolly-bingo
Thursday, December 18
Holiday Student Shopping Day
Volunteers needed to help students shop for their loved ones and wrap gifts during this fun annual tradition. Sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0944ABAB2DA5FF2-60493373-holiday
Thursday, December 18
Holiday Movie Night
It’s Movie Night at Yancey!
The PTO is hosting a FREE Holiday Movie Night on Thursday, December 18th at 6:30 PM at Yancey! We’ll be showing the animated favorite Dr. Seuss’s The Grinch!
Tickets are FREE, but space is limited, so be sure to reserve your seats in advance:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/join-us-for-scottsvilles-first-ever-holiday-family-movie-night
Volunteers Needed! We need help with set-up, clean-up, and concession support to make this festive family event run smoothly. Sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0944ABAB2DA5FF2-60597679-holiday
Grab your blankets, wear your coziest PJs, and join us for a holly-jolly good time! 🍿✨
PTO is about supporting our students, staff, and community! Our next meeting is Thursday, January 15, 6-7 PM, outside the gym. Childcare provided for school-aged children. All are welcome!
Our PTO Officers for 25-26 are:
- Colleen Smith: President
- Amanda Estes, Vice President
- Kelcee Jones, Secretary
- Shelly Hamler: Treasurer
If you have any questions, email us at scottsville.elem.pto@gmail.com.
Important PTO Links:
Lost and Found
Please put your child's name in jackets.
This Month's Events
December
3 - 5th grade visits MHS Music department
3 - 3rd grade field trip to Amazement Square
5 - PTO Holly Jolly Bingo (6:00pm)
9 - Scottsville Spelling Bee (during school)
10 - Talent Show (6:00pm)
11 - Fire Truck Visit to SES
15 -Second Quarter Assessments this week
18 - SWMM (8:05-8:20); PTO Holiday Shop [during the day]
19 - Teacher Workday - No school for students
Looking Ahead
January
1: New Year’s Holiday
9: SEL/ Game Night & Skating (5:30-6:00; Yancey Community Center)
16: SEL/ Game Night & Skating snowdate
19: Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday (no school)
26: Paramount Field Trip: American Revolution (5th) 9:15-12:30pm
29: Paramount Field Trip: Drum Tao (4th, 5th) 9:30-12:30pm
February
10: Paramount Field Trip: Secrets of Space (3rd)
13: PTO “Blooming Around the World” Valentine’s Family Social (6:00-7:30pm)
25: Paramount Field Trip: Wind in Willows (3rd, 4th, 5th) 9:15 to 12:30pm
25: 2nd Grade Field Trip to Sentara 9:40 to 12:40pm
March
3: Drama Club Performance (6:00pm)
9-13: Book Fair (PTO-sponsored, all week)
12: Student-Led Conferences/ Reading Night/ Bookfair (3:00-6:00pm)
13: Paramount Field Trip: Fairy Tale Gathering (PreK, K, 1st, 2nd) 9:15 to 12:30
17: Wear Green Spirit Day
17: 1st Grade field trip to Ivy Creek
24: Paramount Field Trip: Sing me a Song (2nd, 3rd, 5th) 9:15-12:30pm
27: PTO Bingo & Silent Auction (6:00pm)
April
3: Mobile Dairy Visit 9:30am-12:30 pm
17: “Purple Up! For Military” Day
20: Spring Dental Clinic 8:30am start
22: EARTH DAY!
22: SES Schoolwide field trip to Lynchburg Wildcats
28: K & 1st Grade Music Performance (6:00pm)
29: K & 1st Grade Music Performance (SWMM)
May
4-8: Teacher Appreciation Week! (PTO-sponsored)
5: 1st Grade Field Trip Chiles Strawberry Patch 9:15am to 1:30pm
26: Field Day (“A Day of Fun in the Sun” (8:15-12:00))
26: Mat Ball Student/Staff Game (1:00)
26: Yearbooks are distributed!
27: Bright Stars Moving Up Ceremony (9:00-10:00)
27: Field Day (raindate)
28: 5th Grade Breakfast (8:10am) & Promotion (9am)
Community Resources
- Yancey Community Center (they have a food pantry & gardening food distribution program).
- Scottsville United Methodist Church - Food banks!
- Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry - support with groceries
- Region Ten - mental health services
- Ready Kids - counseling and support for families
- Family Support Program - ACPS Department of Social Services
- Charlottesville Free Clinic serves adults, 18-64! Medical: 434-296-5525 Dental: 434-972-6233
Scottsville Elementary
7868 Scottsville Road
(434) 286-2441
(434) 996-1611: Cell phone for Attendance texting
Families are encouraged to join the Scottsville Elementary PTO page on Facebook.
Our Student Handbook is available year-round on our website under "Students."