Sulphur Springs Elementary School

August 16, 2024

Gamecocks are empowered to solve problems!
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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 k-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: K-12 Connections

Message From Dr. Little

STEM DESIGNATION

Our faculty and staff are dedicated to providing our students with the very best learning experiences and opportunities. We have long recognized that our children must be prepared as they transition to each grade level k-12 and beyond. We need help from all stakeholders in the following areas.

  • 20 minutes of reading every night with your child.

  • Home conversations with your child about their dreams for the future.

  • We need every child in the building every day.

  • Spend time talking with your child about their experiences at school.

  • If you are in need of any resources, please let us know.

Students

Student Voice

Here at Sulphur Springs we reward our younger students who put hard work and effort into their everyday learning. This is an introduction to the students seeing what they will be rewarded when they reach their academic goals. This room is called the action room. We allow the young students of Sulphur Springs to enjoy indoor play with a fully functioning playground with tons of fun things to do. This is just a tiny piece of what we do here at Sulphur Springs.

CTE/STEM Lab News

CS Paper Tower

The computer science students were challenged to build a tower to support a ping pong ball with limited materials Learning how to create a plan and work as a team...and how to accept failures and move forward. Problem solving skills in action!

Library MindCave News

MindCave

MindCave Highlights: This week in the MindCave, our middle school students are bringing their creative visions to life through 3D printing, gearing up for an exciting critique next week! Meanwhile, our 5th graders kicked off a library scavenger hunt, exploring the wonders of reading. Students are also diving into our "Blind Date With a Book" display, discovering new stories to love. Additionally, our elementary students are engaging in hands-on learning activities, making the MindCave a hub of creativity and exploration!

Classroom STEAM Achievements

K-2

1 Hagy 1
1 Hagy 2
1 Hagy group

The 1st graders completed pages for two books by writing and illustrating their ideas. Check out the "What Makes Miss Hagy's Class Special?" and "What if Everybody did That?" books.

3-5

3 EDP Asbury

Students in the 3rd grade used the engineering design process as they planned and created a way for Little Red Riding Hood to transport to grandmother's house safely. The group presented their designs to the class to prove they were safe. Engaging and challenging students to think outside the box!

6-8

6th AI in Social Studies

Mrs. Clark's students met Dawn of Farming, a Neolithic Farmer and asked questions about her family and their struggles to survive. The whole class asked questions and then students were able to interact with the AI farmer to gather additional information. Bringing Social Studies alive using technology...high level of engagement!

Save the Date:

  • August 29, 2024 FCA begins Thursday morning before school in the Little Theater

  • August 29, 2024 Parent Committee Meeting 6 pm

  • September 2, 2024 Labor Day NO SCHOOL

  • September 6, 2024 Fall Festival

  • September 16, 2024 Fall Pictures

Athletics

Upcoming Events:

Football

August 22: At Ridgeview vs Sullivan Heights 6:00pm

Soccer

August 22: At Chuckey Doak 5:00pm

Volleyball

August 22: At Rogersville Middle 5:00pm

Athletic Booster Club Meeting

Friday, August 23 at 6:00 pm

children playing

Important Links

School Website

Parents and Students Page

Student Handbook

Lunch Menu and Free and Reduced Lunch Forms

We need to reflect an increase in our Title 1 Status for Federal Programs. Please fill out even if you do not think you qualify. We thank you as your effort supports grant writing and funding initiatives district-wide.

Find Us

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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, Dr. David Little via email (littled@wcde.org) and he will get back to you as soon as possible.