
Happy Virginia School Principal Appreciation Week! We are proud of our school principals for their phenomenal leadership! π Join us in celebrating their dedication to excellence in education by sending an Eagle Shout Out! π¦
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π’ Attention Eagle Families, the safety of our students and staff is our top priority. Due to potentially hazardous road conditions this evening, all after-school activities have been canceled for today, January 17, 2024.


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Schedule Update: Please note, the school board meeting scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 17, 2024, will start at 2:30 pm. β° π


Due to low temperatures resulting in potentially icy road conditions, Prince Edward County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 16th, 2024.


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Reminder: Prince Edward County Public Schools π« is closed today for π Martin Luther King Jr. Day.


Our district spelling bee winners are: πFirst β Aya Dinmore (7th grade) πSecond β Aurelia Barber (6th grade) πThird β Albert Bryant (6th grade) Congratulations!!



The PECPS school board meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, January 17th, at 5:30 pm. ποΈπβ¨ π«


This month's school board meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 10th, in the conference room at the PECPS school board office. You can attend in person or access the online link once it's available.


Calendar updates for the week of January 8-13
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Thank you, Hampden-Sydney College Student-Athlete Advisory Committee! The SAAC recently donated a variety of winter coats & accessories. Eagle Families, if your student needs a coat or other winter accessories, please reach out to your school. We love our community partners!


Eagle Families! If PECPS closes or experiences a weather delay, notifications will be sent via text, phone, email, and the PECPS app. Additionally, updates will be posted on our social media accounts and website. Please ensure your information is current on PowerSchool.π²


Reminder: We want your feedback! Please consider taking the survey below to share your thoughts on the 2024-2025 PECPS school calendar. This survey will close on January 5th, 2024. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DJD65ZG

ποΈ Save the date, spread the word, and get ready to witness the magic of language come alive! ππ The district-wide Spelling Bee will be held on Thursday, January 11th at 6:00 pm in the middle school cafetorium. π―ππ¦


π Exciting News! π PECES, teaming up with VTSS (Virginia Tiered Systems of Supports), organized a non-perishable food drive for the benefit of F.A.C.E.S. Food Pantry. π₯«π½οΈ Thanks to the dedicated efforts of the National Elementary Honor Society, we successfully collected and delivered a whopping total of 1,064 items! π
π Shoutout to our amazing fourth graders for leading the charge with 304 donations! π₯ First grade secured second place with an impressive 236 items, and kindergarten wasn't far behind, securing third place with 150 contributions. π₯π₯
A heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed and made this initiative a tremendous success. Your generosity is making a real difference in our community! ππ #CommunityEngagement



As we begin to wrap up winter break, PECPS is excited to welcome our Eagles back on Wednesday, January 3rd. We look forward to a new year and new opportunities. Let's tackle this semester with positivity, curiosity, and a whole lot of enthusiasm. Who's ready to S.O.A.R.?


Happy New Year, Eagles! May this year bring you S.O.A.R.ing success and endless opportunities.


Calendar Reminders: Prince Edward County Public Schools will have an early dismissal at 12:30 pm TODAY. Winter Break will be from December 18th to January 1st. Tuesday, January 2nd, is a Teacher Workday.


Dr. Johnson, PECPS Superintendent, recently visited an ES classroom to read to our Eagles. Winter break starts in less than 24 hours, and our Eagles are ready!




New teachers and teacher mentors met to celebrate the approaching conclusion of the first half of the year. Representatives from the College of Education, Health and Human Services were in attendance to discuss a new partnership with Longwood University. This partnership will support new teachers and provide monthly professional development opportunities.




Students and teachers from PECPS were invited by Prince Edward County to be part of a focus group for the county's comprehensive plan. Our Eagles provided valuable insight into Prince Edward County Public Schools. Thank you, Prince Edward County!








