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,

What a week it has been! We started Monday with parent-teacher conferences. It was wonderful to connect with families and discuss ways we can continue to support student success. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if there are additional ways we can partner to help your child have a successful school year.

On Tuesday, we held our school-wide Spelling Bee. All of our students did an outstanding job, and I was extremely impressed with their preparation and effort. Congratulations to our winners and runners-up!

Wednesday evening featured a fantastic second-grade performance, followed by our Community Resource Night. A special thank you to Ivy Blaser and Gracie Good for their hard work in making this such a successful and meaningful event for our families.

Thursday, family and friends of Sulphur Springs gifted our faculty and staff with a soda bar! I made a vanilla soda! Thank you American Environmental for your donation! 

Today, many classrooms celebrated Valentine’s Day. I’ve loved seeing all of the creative Valentine boxes that have been coming in all week. Tonight, we will host our 5–8 Dance, and I look forward to seeing everyone dressed up and ready for a fun evening.

Congratulations to this week’s Gamecock Golden Star Award recipients. We are proud of your positive behavior and great attitudes!

Have a wonderful long weekend. We look forward to seeing everyone back on Tuesday.

Krissi McInturff
Principal

Name: Holly Moffitt

Role: 5th Grade Math & Science

What do you enjoy most about working at Sulphur Springs?:

What I love most about Sulphur Springs is the feeling of family the moment you walk through the doors. Our small class sizes allow me to truly know my students—who they are, what they need, and what makes them shine. Sulphur Springs is literally part of my family’s story - my grandmother taught here in the 1950s and my mother started school here.  I also grew up walking these same halls, so getting to teach here feels like coming full circle. I’m grateful every day to be home.

What inspired you to be a teacher? 

I became a teacher because one incredible educator changed my life. Their encouragement and belief in me made a lasting impact, and I knew I wanted to offer that same support to my own students. I love working with young people, sharing knowledge, and helping students gain confidence and skills they can use beyond the classroom.

Teaching also runs in my family, so following this path felt both natural and meaningful.

What’s a fun fact or hobby you enjoy?:

A fun fact about me—my husband shows speed racking horses, and together we spend a lot of time at horse shows and on the trails. Riding is one of our favorite ways to unwind and explore the outdoors!

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 23, March 2

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

Spring Picture Day is coming on Tuesday, March 3!
You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTNGRBW6. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Tuesday, March 3. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online only on mylifetouch.com.

Parent Helpers Wanted:

Help us make the Picture Day smooth and effortless. Contact the office if you'd like to volunteer at Picture Day.

Can we call it musical science?

Our 2nd graders connected their study of sound to a delightful Valentine’s Day music program! They learned new songs, followed directions beautifully, and clearly had a blast — a wonderful example of classroom learning flowing into related arts. What a joy to see academic concepts come alive through music. 

Our 4th graders brought paleontology to life!

After creating models using dinosaur fossil replicas, each student represented a mold & cast, trace, or inclusion fossil. They researched the age and description of their model, used hands-on practice to cement concepts, and took ownership of their learning — boosting curiosity and retention. 

Practicing Building Skills

How do we prepare middle school students for STEM careers?

Through hands-on CTE experiences that combine construction materials, motorized extensions, and VEX EXP automation & robotics. Students gain practical skills—using tools, understanding balanced forces, and exploring motors and generators—while developing creativity and problem-solving. This project-based approach builds both technical literacy and confidence.

Get Ready for the Lion King!

We are officially in the final stretch of rehearsals for The Lion King musical—and the excitement is building!

Below are our upcoming performance dates and important details:

🐾 Performance Dates

Roar Into Reading Night
📅 March 3
⏰ 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM showings

Tickets for this event will be free and distributed on a first come, first serve basis.
👉 Please have your family choose only one showing to attend on March 3 so that we can accommodate as many guests as possible.

EPIC Day Performances (During the School Day)
📅 March 13
🎭 Three showings (times TBA)

Families of cast members are welcome to attend during the school day. Please note that all visitors must sign in through the front office using the Raptor system before attending a performance.

Blind Date with a Book!

Just in time for Valentine's Day! Ms. Hale placed some QR codes around the school. The QR codes are linked to our online school library catalog. Scan the code below every hour or so to be introduced to a new middle school level library book!

• February 16: Vacation Day
• February 18: All Pro Dad Chapters Launch Party 7:30 am-8:00 am
• February 21: Robot Drone League Jr. Competition at Sulphur Springs 8 am- 1 pm
• March 3: Spring Individual and Sports Pictures, Family Roar Into Reading Night 6-8 pm
• March 4: Athletic Booster Club Meeting 5:30 pm
• March 5: PreK/K Registration
• March 6: Nine Weeks Ends
• March 8: Daylight Savings Time Begins
• March 12: Report Cards
• March 13: EPIC Celebration Day
• 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.

School Website

Parents and Students Page

Lunch Menu and Free and Reduced Lunch Form

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.