Today was an Underground Spirit Day for staff members. In honor of March Madness, it was a college gear day! Staff members were decked out with shirts from their alma mater!
Congratulations to Alex Lesicka and Tenley Rendell for their terrific performance and presentation at the 44th Annual Virginia Piedmont Regional Science Fair in Charlottesville on Saturday. Their project: To Beef or Not to Beef, placed in the top four among nearly 100 competitors and was chosen to receive Honorable Mention! Congratulations Alex and Tenley! You did an amazing job and we are all so proud of you!
Last Call! Out of zone renewal period ends March 31. If your child is currently on a zone waiver, a renewal application must be submitted prior to March 31. Applications are found on our website https://www.culpeperschools.org/page/student-services
If you child will be changing schools (ie. rising 6th or 9th grade), you will complete an initial application, which will be available on April 8, 2024.
Our 7th grade ACE students had a great field trip to Mountain Vista Governor's School yesterday!
Today, for Career Cafe' we had special guest speaker and registered nurse Alana speak about her career to students.
Get your grass skirts, colorful shirts, and running shoes ready!
Floyd T. Binns is hosting a Hawaiian themed 5k run! On April
13th, at Eastern View High School, you can run or walk to
support our school. This run is for fun, so wear your best
Hawaiian shirt and register for the run. You will receive a t-shirt
when registered in advance as well as a Hawaiian Lei at the
race.
There will be prizes for the “most festive” and “best
dressed”, so don’t hold back on your Hawaiian running gear!
Look for information on flyers and posters around the school.
Forms are coming home with you as well so you can register.
The last day to register is March 26th in order to get a t-shirt.
Otherwise, you can register anytime or even the day of the
run! Invite all your running buddies, friends, and family
members. This is a fundraising event and all are welcome to
support our school.
Interested in becoming a FTB Cheerleader? There will be an informational meeting for parents and athletes on April 25th at 6 pm in the FTB Gym. Cheer Tryouts will be May 6th, 7th, 10th and 11th. Tryouts will be from 4:30 - 6:30 on the 6th, 7th, and 10th, and from 8:50 am - 11 am on the 11th. Athletes will need a valid VHSL physical to participate. Tryouts are open to all *upcoming* 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. No experience is required. Contact Coach Boggs with any questions.
Today is the day! STEAM weekend begins! Don't miss it!
Reminder: There is no school for students tomorrow, Friday, March 8, 2024.
It is a staff work day for the end of the third grading period.
For Career Cafe', we had the pleasure of hosting Jayla Ford, a bright college student from George Mason University, who shared her insightful journey with students today! Jayla recounted her college experience, offering valuable insights and tips along the way.
It's CCPS Employee Appreciation week for the Technology Department! Be sure to thank them for all that they do!
Last chance to take the Title I, II and III parent survey! Survey closes tomorrow (March 1, 2024)! Go to www.culpeperschools.org for links, or use the QR codes.
Join us for the 20th Annual Artshow by Culpeper County Schools Visual Arts Program at Germanna Community College, Daniel Technology Center on March 9 (11 a.m.–3 p.m.) & March 10 (11 a.m.–2 p.m.)! Witness our students' incredible talents!
🌾 Successful National FFA Week for FTB! From a thriving bake sale at Tractor Supply to a delightful mini petting zoo at school, AG ED students and FFA members enjoyed a week of advocacy and appreciation. Special thanks to our teachers with sponsored donuts! 🍩
Save the Date! The Maker Energy Faire is coming to the CTEC building on Saturday, March 9th from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Check out the following video for more details!
https://youtu.be/A3Vn8WS48uo
Growing minds are powered by proper nutrition. By rounding up at the @MARTIN'S register, you’re directly supporting CCPS's efforts to combat childhood hunger through school feeding programs. Round up today!
#FeedingSchoolKids #EliminatingHunger #TheGIANTCompany
"📚✨ Yesterday, Mrs. Zakielarz's 8th grade Spanish class spread joy at Sycamore Park! They shared enchanting children's stories in Spanish with the Kindergartners. What a wonderful way to connect and inspire! 🌟
It was another amazing Career Café in the library today! The guest speaker was School Resource Officer, Deputy Carter. He spoke about his career and what made him choose it, and also shared stories from his experiences.
A huge shoutout to our District 13 Middle School Honors Choir who performed on Feb. 9 and 10 at Fluvanna HS. Way to go Blackhawks!
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING:
The Culpeper County School Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed fiscal 2025 budget for Culpeper County Public Schools on Monday, March 11, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the County Administration Office, 302 N. Main Street. Parents and citizens are encouraged to provide input regarding their views of the educational needs of our students and priorities of our school division.
The School Board believes strongly that community input is vital to the budget process. All concerned Culpeper County citizens are encouraged to attend the School Budget Public Hearing.
