Scottsville's Tuesday Tiger Times

Families - In addition to what we shared last week (having students in grades 3-5 reflect on their own mindsets and approaches to learning via an online survey they will complete during classes with Mr. Gamble) a copy of the survey will be sent to you.

We are asking that all of our students and families participate in the surveys, as responses will provide invaluable insights into their experiences and how we can improve and adapt as a school.

If you have any questions about the Panorama survey, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Mr. Gamble, our School Counselor.

Below is a little bio about Mr. Cortez.

I was born and raised in Virginia and I have been a substitute teacher in Albemarle County for the past three years. During those three years, I have been a long-term sub on two different occasions. I also worked abroad in KSA, as well as Kuwait for 5 years. I obtained my Bachelor's degree in Geography at Old Dominion University and two associate degrees at PVCC. I have lived here in central Virginia most of my life and it's wonderful to work in the southernmost part of Albemarle County with all of you. Any kind of feedback and advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you again for having me on this tail end of the 2025-2026 school year with all of you.

Please be sure to welcome Mr. Cortez to Scottville!

It's always a joy to celebrate students who show CARES and help others! Our students are chosen from all of those nominated by staff and peers the prior week.

We still have lots of illness going around. Be sure to wash your hands often and check with Nurse Bittner if you are unsure whether your child should come to school or stay home.

Unclaimed items will be donated over spring break.

Every parent, guardian, and staff member at Scottsville Elementary is automatically part of the PTO, no sign-ups, dues, or meeting attendance required. The PTO only works when our school community works together, and right now we truly need more helping hands. Even volunteering once or helping in a small way makes a big difference for our students and staff.

⭐ PTO Board Nominations – Now Open!
We’re already looking ahead to the 2026–2027 school year, and all PTO Board positions will be up for election. Elections will take place at the April Meeting, THIS Thursday April 2nd from 6-7 PM outside the gym. Food will be provided for attendees and school aged child care will also be provided. We welcome any and all parents and guardians even if you have never been to a meeting before please join us!

Do you know someone who would be a great fit? (Maybe it’s you!)
Please take a moment to submit a nomination using the anonymous form below by this evening 3/31/2026:

• 👉 Nominate here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc5wm5eF25clftw2c2nFI1BLO3mR0yXalgXmTK37AMJIhq4Kw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=100996094356933280307

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:

• SES PTO Website
• Scottsville PTO Facebook Page
• Scottsville Swag Shop

• SES Staff Favorites Lists

March

• TONIGHT: Drama club performance (6:00pm)

April

• 1: SWMM (Drama Club performance for the school)

• 2: Final PTO Meeting of the Year, '26-27 Elections | 6 PM outside the gym

• 3: Mobile Dairy Visit 9:30am-12:30 pm

• 8: Assistant Principal Day (PTO Sponsored)

• 6-10: Spring Break (No school for students)

• 15: Schoolwide Morning Meeting (hosted by Essentials)

• 15: Chick-fil-A Pantops, 5-8 PM, mention Scottsville Elementary or use code SES2026 on mobile orders

• 16: 5th Grade to Science Museum in Richmond

• 17: 4th Grade to Jamestown (thanks to PTO!)

• 17: “Purple Up! For Military” Day

• 17: Bright Stars to the Scottsville Library

• 20: Spring Dental Clinic 8:30am start

• 21: No School for Students/ Special Election

• 22: EARTH DAY!/Administrative Professionals Day (PTO Sponsored)

• 22: 4th & 5th grade music performance (8:00am and 6:00pm)

• 28: K & 1st Grade Music Performance/ 28: Bus Driver Appreciation Day (PTO Sponsored)

• (6:00pm)

• 29: K & 1st Grade Music Performance (SWMM) & Pajama Spirit Day

May

• 1: Principal's Day/ Lunch Heroes Day (PTO Sponsored)

• 4-8: Teacher Appreciation Week! (PTO-sponsored)

• 5: 4th grade field to to MWEE (Camp Albemarle) - rescheduled from April 21

• 5: 1st Grade Field Trip Chiles Strawberry Patch 9:15am to 1:30pm

• 6: School Nurse Day (PTO Sponsored)

• 11: Violin Club "Informance" (2:45-4:00- parent arrive at 3:00pm)

• 13: 2nd Grade Field Trip to Yancey Community Center

• 21: PTO Sponsored End of School Picnic 5:30-7 PM, behind the school

• 25: Memorial Day (No school)

• 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 & Promotion (9am)

• 29: Final SWMM, Yearbook Signing and half-day for students

• 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
• UVA Mobile Care will be coming to Yancy Community Center. They will be there the fourth Friday of each month.

7868 Scottsville Road

(434) 286-2441

(434) 999-1611: 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."