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Sussex Central Elementary School ended our week with another fun-filled pep rally for our staff and students. We played games, recognized classes with the best attendance rate, and passed out staff superlative awards.
The classes with the best attendance are:
Pre-K - Ms. Tammy Stith
Kindergarten - Ms. Natalia Rose
First Grade - Mrs. Jasmine Flood
Second Grade - Ms. Veronica Lennon
Third Grade - Ms. Kathleen Rathien
Fourth Grade - Mrs. Yvonne Maquilan
Fifth Grade - Dr. Demetria Parker
CONGRATULATIONS to Second Grade for having the BEST ATTENDANCE RATE in the school!
Staff Superlatives were awarded to:
Mrs. Samantha Drake - "Early Bird Gets the Worm Award" for being the first teacher to arrive every day.
Mrs. Amie Arabacca - "Night Rider Award" for being the last teacher to leave every day.
Mrs. Audrey Riddick and Ms. Kathleen Rathien - "Cutest Couple Award" for being the best work besties at SCES.
CONGRATULATIONS to Mrs. Bynum for being selected as the Staff Member of the Month for September!
Special shout-out to Amon Anderson for sharing some great information with the student body about attendance awareness. Thank you to our very own DJ Chase Stith for providing the music for the pep rally.
#SCES #WeLead.WeTeach.WeLove. #Don'tYouWantToBeAnSCESTiger!
Mr. Councill - Principal
Mrs. Nowell - Assistant Principal
We have wrapped up another successful week at Sussex Central Elementary School! Thank you to all of our parents and guardians for your continued partnership, support, and commitment to our students. Your involvement makes a tremendous difference in the success of our school community.
A special thank-you to all of the parents and guardians who joined us for our Title I Informational Meeting and PTA Meeting this week. We truly appreciate you taking the time to be present and partner with us. Your participation demonstrates the importance of working together to support our students and strengthen our school community. We look forward to continuing to grow our partnership with you throughout the school year.
We also wrapped up the week with our Fun Friday Pep Rally! Our students and staff had a wonderful time celebrating school spirit, teamwork, and Tiger pride. It was a great way to end the week with excitement, energy, and lots of smiles!
Our checkpoint assessments have also been completed. Our teachers will now review and analyze student data to identify areas of strength and areas where additional support may be needed. This information will help us provide targeted remediation and interventions to ensure that every student continues to grow and make progress.
Calendar Updates:
Tuesday, September 29-Grandparents Luncheon for Head Start (10:40-11:10), Pre-Kindergarten (10:40-11:10), First Grade (11:45-12:15), and Fourth Grade (1:00 - 1:30).
Wednesday, September 30- Grandparents Luncheon - Grandparents Luncheon for Second Grade (10:55-11:25), Kindergarten (11:10 - 11:40), Third Grade (11:55-12:25), and Fifth Grade (12:25 - 12:55).
Wednesday, September 30- Wear Green in Honor of Attendance Awareness Month
Friday, October 2-School Custodian Day
Monday, October 5- World Teachers Day- Soup and Salad Luncheon hosted by Union Baptist Church
Wednesday, October 7-Reading with Malcolm (Grades 1-3)
Thursday, October 8-School Board Meeting
Friday, October 9-VKRP Window closes
Monday, October 12-Student Early Release/Professional Development
Friday, October 16- Krispy Kreme Fundraiser Ends
Tuesday, October 20-Coffee with the Principal’s
October 19-23-Benchmark Assessments
Thursday, October 22-Conexus Vision Screening
October 23-31-Red Ribbon Week
Wednesday, October 28-Report Cards to Parents
Thursday, October 29-PTA/Trunk or Treat
Thursday, October 29-Krispy Kreme order pickup
Friday, October 30-Fun Friday
Thank you for partnering with us, supporting our teachers, and encouraging our students. We hope you and your family enjoy the upcoming weekend. We are the best school around, and it’s because of our students, families, and staff working together! We Lead. We Teach. We Love.
Have a great weekend!
Mr. Councill
Mrs. Nowell
We are excited to announce that the 21st Century Afterschool Program begins today for students at Sussex Central Elementary School (SCES) and Sussex Central Middle School (SCMS)!
Please note the following dismissal times:
SCES: Buses will be dismissed at 5:30 p.m.
SCMS: Buses will be dismissed at 6:00 p.m.
As this is the first day of our 21st Century Program, we kindly ask for your patience, understanding, and grace as we work through the dismissal process and ensure that all students are safely transported home.
If you have questions or concerns regarding the after-school program, please contact Mrs. Taylor-Hatch at (434) 246-8960.
Thank you for your continued support and patience as we begin this exciting program for our students!
Good afternoon, SCES Parents! Please remember to join us tonight at Sussex Central Elementary School at 6:00 pm for our very first Title I Information Meeting and PTA Meeting. Refreshments will be served.
Update: Today's football game has been canceled. More information will be forthcoming.
As always, thank you for your continued support of Sussex Central Middle School.
We want to see you today at SCHS!
Please see the attached Attendance Awareness Month flyer.
As always, thank you for your continued support of Sussex Central Middle School.
We want to see you today!
Imagine a place where students and adults can learn new skills, explore exciting careers, and prepare for higher-paying opportunities—all right here in Sussex County! The proposed SCPS Workforce Development Center could help turn that vision into reality.
🛠️ Career Training • 🎓 Student Opportunities • 💼 Workforce Development • 🚀 Future-Ready Skills
This fall, Sussex County voters will have the opportunity to consider a 1% local sales tax dedicated to school construction and renovations.
Early voting is available at the Sussex County Registrar’s Office. Make your voice heard and help shape the future of Sussex County!
This is to notify all that the girls' basketball game for this evening has been canceled.
As always, thank you for your continued support of Sussex Central Middle School.
Sussex Central Elementary School invites all of our families and friends to join us on Thursday, September 24, 2026, for our Title I Informational Meeting!
This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about our Title I program, how it supports student achievement, and the ways we can work together to ensure our students continue to grow and succeed.
Join us for lunch at SCES to honor our GRANDPARENTS! See the flyer for details. You must RSVP by September 22 to attend. Click the link to register: https://forms.gle/aBKjRB1yjRxnVEdu8
Here is a list of upcoming non-athletic events at Sussex Central High School.
We want our parents and guardians to be fully engaged in the many opportunities and programs available to our students at SCHS, and we want to make sure you are aware of what is happening throughout the school year.
Please take a moment to review the calendar and mark the events that are important to your family. Your involvement and support make a difference!
As additional events are scheduled, we will continue to update the calendar and share those changes with you.
If you have any questions about an event or need additional information, please contact the school at 434-246-6051.
Thank you for your continued support of Sussex Central High School and Tiger Nation!
Principal Pierce, Jr.
Sussex Central High School
Tiger Nation!
We want to remind our parents and guardians that HIGH SCHOOL students will be taking their Checkpoint Tests according to the schedule listed below.
We encourage you to talk with your child about the importance of these assessments and remind them to give their very best effort! These tests provide valuable information about what our students know and what they are ready to learn next.
Please help us by encouraging your student to:
Get a good night’s rest.
Arrive at school on time and prepared.
Take their time and read each question carefully.
Give their very best effort!
Let’s continue to work together to support our students and their academic success.
Let’s go, Tigers!
Tiger Nation — We Lead, We Learn, We Grow!
We want to remind our parents and guardians that students will be taking their Checkpoint Tests according to the schedule listed below.
We encourage you to talk with your child about the importance of these assessments and remind them to give their very best effort! These tests provide valuable information about what our students know and what they are ready to learn next.
Please help us by encouraging your student to:
Get a good night’s rest.
Arrive at school on time and prepared.
Take their time and read each question carefully.
Give their very best effort!
Let’s continue to work together to support our students and their academic success.
Let’s go, Tigers!
Tiger Nation — We Lead, We Learn, We Grow!
Friday, November 6, 2026
21394 Sussex Drive — Behind Sussex Central High School
Tailgating Begins: 4:00 PM | Game Time: 7:00 PM
Calling all Sussex Central Alumni, family, and friends! It’s time to come home and celebrate Homecoming 2026 the Tiger way!
Join your class for an afternoon of food, fun, fellowship, and Tiger pride before we head into the stadium. Bring your favorite tailgating snacks, school memorabilia, and games—and, most importantly, bring your Tiger spirit!
Reconnect with old friends, make new memories, and show your support for our current SCHS student-athletes and the Sussex Central Tigers as we celebrate this special tradition.
RESERVE YOUR TAILGATING SPOT!
Cost: $150 per tailgating spot
Your purchase includes FIVE (5) game tickets.
RSVP/Reserve your space by September 25, 2026.
Spaces are limited, so don’t wait!
Payment Options:
Cash, check, or money order
Checks and money orders should be made payable to:
Sussex Central High School
Memo: Please write “Athletics”
IMPORTANT: Purchasing a tailgating spot does not provide entry into the game unless the five included game tickets are used/presented. Additional game tickets may be purchased separately if needed.
CLICK THE LINK TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR TAILGATING SPACE!
Let’s pack the lot, pack the stadium, and show everyone what Tiger Pride looks like!
ONCE A TIGER, ALWAYS A TIGER!
Homecoming 2026 — Come Home. Reconnect. Celebrate.
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Attention 6th, 7th, and 8th graders and parents—we can’t wait to meet you all! Join us for delicious ice cream, great talk, and an opportunity to connect with your incredible facilitators: Mrs. Michaela Davis, Mrs. Chonita Rose, and Mrs. Katina Johnson.
🗓 When: Tuesday, September 29th | 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Where to Park & Enter: Please park in the back of the building and head to the Specials hallway doors (near Spanish, Art, and CTE).
💖 Finding the Entrance: Look for something PINK outside the door so you know you’re in the exact right spot!
Bring your enthusiasm and your sweet tooth—we’ll see you there! 🎉
Please enjoy this week's family newsletter.
As always, thank you for your continued support of Sussex Central Middle School.
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