We continue working towards creating an environment where EVERY student is successful. Our faculty and staff are dedicated to providing our students with the very best learning experiences and opportunities. We recognize that our children must be prepared as they transition to each grade level PreK-12 and beyond. In order to best serve our students, we provide everyone in the building with high expectations for their learning and deep engagement in every classroom.

Vision: Sulphur Springs STEAM Leaders are Empowered to Solve Problems.

Daily Actions: We are Respectful, Confident, Encouraging and Kind.

Alignment: PreK-12 Connections

Dear Families,

Although the weather kept us at home for part of the week, learning and growing continued! On Wednesday, our school was taken over by the elderly, with several “100-year-olds” arriving with canes, gray hair, and reading glasses. It was a fun and memorable day for everyone!

We also completed our class-level spelling bee contests this week. Families should have been notified by now if their student advanced to the school-wide spelling bee on February 6. Family members are welcome to attend this competition! 

After-school tutoring is now available for math students in grades 7 and 8 on Tuesdays and Thursdays until 4:15 p.m. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to receive free, valuable academic support whether they need extra help, want to build confidence, or simply benefit from additional practice. Students who participate in spring sports can also attend tutoring on these days if practices or games are canceled. Guardians simply need to email Mrs. Holly Moffitt (moffitth@wcde.org) by 2:30 p.m. on the day of tutoring to let her know their child will be staying.

Next week, mid-term reports will be sent home in envelopes along with our February calendar and an additional sign-up for Family Connection Days. Please sign and return the mid-term envelope. Also, be on the lookout for Parent/Teacher Conference forms. Conferences will be held after school on February 9, with appointments available until 7:00 p.m.

I hope everyone has a great weekend and stays safe and warm!

Krissi McInturff
Principal

Name: Marcia Jennings

Role: 4th grade Math

What do you enjoy most about working at Sulphur Springs?: The family culture at Sulphur Springs is what makes it the best place to work. Our faculty and staff support one another and work together to help students become successful. The students care about each other and are welcoming to new students who join our school. The strong support we receive from families enhances the sense of community we have at Sulphur Springs.

What inspired you to work in education? I was inspired to become a teacher because I wanted make a difference in a child's life.  Watching students persevere through challenging tasks- and then seeing their smiles and sense of pride when they finally succeed-is incredibly special and rewarding.

What’s a fun fact or hobby you enjoy?: I enjoy fishing and hiking. I also enjoy spending time with my family and friends.

Here at SS, we have been brainstorming new ways to help families stay connected. One of the best ways to do this is by setting up the WCS app. Within this one app, families can receive real-time announcements from the school and from individual teachers through their classroom “rooms.”

If you need help getting started or navigating the app, we are happy to help. If you would like to take advantage of this opportunity, simply send Mrs. McInturff an email at mcinturffk@wcde.org with the time and date you would prefer to meet. 

We can also assist families with navigating PowerSchool or other websites their students use during this time, including setting up alerts that notify you when your child’s grade changes due to a new assignment.

Upcoming Dates: February 9, February 23

Available Times: Morning, Midday, or 3 pm-6 pm

Get ready for an exciting journey into the world of sound! Our 2nd grade students will become sound explorers as they visit different stations to discover how sounds can change and vary. Here's what they'll experience:

Bell Listening Station: Listen to two different bells and compare their sounds.
Mystery Shaker Station: Shake blocks to guess what's inside based on the sound they make.
Funnel Fun Station: Connect funnels to tubing and listen to your own voice. Try different positions to see how the sound changes!
Tuning Fork Station: Strike a tuning fork and listen closely. Then, touch it to a bell and observe what happens.
Water Wonders Station: Strike a tuning fork and dip it in water to see the fascinating effects.

This hands-on investigation will help students understand how sounds are created and how they can vary in different situations. Making noises to bring science to life!

In 7th grade, students explore the fascinating process of mitosis, where cells create exact replicas of themselves. Using microscopes to observe real examples of each stage deepens their understanding and is evident as they work through interactive online quizzes and games.

Hands-on activities, like building clay models, brings mitosis to life as they design the steps of cell division. The final products make the process easier to visualize. This engaging approach helps students grasp how new cells are formed.

Create Your Own Animal Using TinkerCad

In our exciting project, 5th-grade students explore adaptations by inventing a brand-new animal perfectly suited to survive in its environment.

Using their creativity, students select features from different animals and transform them into imaginative 3D designs. The challenge is to use basic shapes and parts from existing animals to craft an entirely new creature.

Once these amazing animals meet the expectations of the task, they're ready to be brought to life with a 3D printer. Watch out for these creatures!

Middle School Theatre Shines: The Lion King Rehearsals Underway

Our middle school theatre students have been working hard rehearsing The Lion King! As a musical, the production asks more than just memorized lines. Students are also mastering choreography and singing. We’re proud of the dedication they show both during class and on their own time. Their commitment, teamwork, and growing confidence are inspiring. We can’t wait to see their performance bring this beloved story to life!

• February 4: Midterms (please sign and return envelope), Athletic Booster Club Meeting 6 pm
• February 6: Middle School Career Day, Sulphur Springs Spelling Bee grades 1-4: 1:30 pm, Grades 5-8: 2 pm
• February 9: Parent Teacher Conferences 4-7 pm
• February 13: Winter Formal Rescheduled
• February 16: Vacation Day
• March 6: Nine Weeks Ends
• March 16-20: Spring Break
• March 28: Robot Drone League Jr. Championship @ETSU 8 am-1 pm
• April 3: Good Friday: No School
• April 6: Easter Monday: No School

Flu and cold season is quickly approaching! Please make sure your kiddos are getting plenty of rest, drinking lots of fluids and encourage them to wash their hands frequently throughout the school day. I'm always here if you have any questions or concerns. 

Nurse Amy

STEM just got easier to access. The Niswonger Foundation is excited to announce the launch of the STEM FLEX app—your one-stop shop for discovering STEM opportunities right at your fingertips.

Students, parents, and teachers can now connect to local and online STEM activities—including camps, clubs, competitions, and more—all from one simple, mobile platform.

Download the STEM FLEX app today on iOS or Android and start exploring your future in STEM.

Ty Gray is the new boys soccer coach.  He would like to know who would be willing to try out.  Practices will start the week of 2/2/26.  

If you have any questions please email Ty Gray for more information. Thanks so much!   grayt@wcde.org

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Sulphur Springs Elementary School

Website: https://www.wcde.org/o/sse
Location: 1518 Gray Station-Sulphur Springs Road; Jonesborough, TN 37659
Phone: 423.753.1140

Q: What are school start and end times?

A: The first bell rings at 8:00. The dismissal bell rings at 3:00.

Q: What school supplies will my child need to provide?

A: Supply lists are posted on our website.

Q: Can my child ride a bus to school?

A: Yes! We have bus routes for SSES which can be found on our district website. Please contact our director of transportation, Tony Roberts, for any questions or for more information at 423.753.1172.

Q: What kind of technology will my child have access to?

A: All students at SSES will have access to their own Chromebook. Grades 6-8 are allowed to take their Chromebooks home with them. Students must submit a completed Chromebook permission form to receive a Chromebook.

Q: I didn't see my question here, who do I ask?

A: You are always welcome to call our office at 423.753.1140. You are also always welcome to reach out to our school principal, Mrs. Krissi McInturff via email (mcinturffk@wcde.org) and she will get back to you as soon as possible.