What an incredible start to the school year! These first three days have been filled with excitement, joy, and a sense of new beginnings. Thank you for preparing your children so well and for partnering with us to ensure a smooth and successful opening. Our staff has been inspired by the smiles, energy, and enthusiasm your children have brought into the building.
This week, our students have been finishing up their beginning-of-year pre-assessments while learning classroom routines and expectations. These assessments help teachers understand each child’s starting point so that instruction can be tailored to meet their needs. With assessments complete, we are excited to launch the first full week of instruction next week!
We are committed to ensuring that every child receives the support, encouragement, and challenge they need to thrive this school year.
It is essential for parents, teachers, and the school to collaborate in order to ensure every child's success. We encourage you to actively participate in your child's education by maintaining open communication with their teacher, supporting them in completing homework, and dedicating time each night to studying and reading. Together, we can help every student grow and reach their full potential.
Calendar Updates:
Friday, August 29 – School Closed (Labor Day Holiday)
Monday, September 1 – School Closed (Labor Day Holiday)
Thursday, September 11- Krispy Kreme Fundraiser (More information is forthcoming)
Thursday, September 18 – Fall Pictures (More information is forthcoming)
Reminder:
We have adopted Apptegy as our main source of communication with families. Please be sure to download the SCPS app if you haven’t already, so you can stay up to date on important announcements, reminders, and events. Be on the lookout for a document with the passcode that you will need to set up your account.
We are grateful for your continued partnership and support. Thank you for trusting us with your children each day—it is truly an honor. We hope your family enjoys the upcoming weekend doing the things that bring you joy. We are the best school around, and it’s because of our students, families, and staff working together!
With great excitement,
Mr. Councill
Mrs. Nowell
SCPS Update: The buses departed campus at 3:35 pm. Thank you for your patience throughout the week!
Community Event today, August 19, in Waverly. See flyer for details.
A Huge Shout Out to ALL of our SCPS parents, guardians, students, staff, & our entire Sussex County community! We successfully completed our 24-25 Mission TOGETHER! We appreciate your continuous support! We are GALVANIZED to begin our next 25-26 Mission Beyond the Moon! We are looking forward to seeing ALL of our students on tomorrow! Go Tigers!!!!
#MoonAndBeyond #OneSussexTeam
We thank you,
Dr. Julius Hamlin
Please see the link below for SCMS' Welcome Back Newsletter.
https://secure.smore.com/n/k517p
Note: Please be sure to download the Apptegy app for further communication as we will no longer communicate via Class Dojo moving forward.
As always, thank you for your continued support of Sussex Central Middle School.
The countdown to the new school year is on! Our dedicated teachers have been hard at work this week, arranging desks, decorating classrooms, participating in professional development sessions, and adding special touches to create welcoming and engaging environments.
We are excited to invite you to our Open House on Thursday, August 14, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This event will be a wonderful opportunity for students to receive their classroom schedules and meet their teachers.
Please note that Thursday, August 14, will also be the last chance for parents to register their children for school before the new school year begins. There will be no student registration during the first three days of school (August 18–20).
For the 2025–2026 school year, SCES will transition from ClassDojo to Apptegy for all school communications. Parents can expect more information about Apptegy at the Open House. Please remember that Thursday, August 14, will be the final day SCES communicates through ClassDojo—attending Open House will help you stay connected!
Our staff can’t wait to see the smiles, energy, and curiosity our students will bring when school starts on Monday, August 18, 2025. We are looking forward to a year filled with learning, growth, and wonderful memories.
Have a fantastic weekend!
Mr. Councill
SCHS 2025-2026 Volleyball Schedule
Football and Girls' Basketball will begin on Monday, August 11th. The bus will pick students up at 2:30 p.m. and they will depart for home at 6:30 p.m. Cheerleading will begin tomorrow, August 6th, with buses picking students up at 2:30 p.m. and departing from school at 6:30 p.m.
As always, thank you for your continued support of Sussex Central Middle School.
THIS IS A CHANGE.
📅 Friday, August 8, 2025- 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM and
📅 Thursday, August 14, 2025- 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Sussex Central Elementary School – Gym
✨ Who Should Attend?
✅ Pre-K and Kindergarten families who still need to register
✅ Returning families who need assistance completing registration or updating information
❗ IMPORTANT:
There will be NO registrations for students during the first three days of school. Please do not delay! Contact your child’s school if you need support or have questions.
What to Bring:
- Parent/Guardian Photo ID
- Proof of Residency (lease, mortgage, or utility bill)
- Student’s Birth Certificate
- Immunization Records
- Physical Exam (within last 12 months for Pre-K & Kindergarten)
Need Help with Online Forms?
Staff will be available on-site to help complete PowerSchool registration, upload documents, and troubleshoot accounts.
🎒 First Day of School:
📅 Monday, August 18, 2025
Let’s kick off the year strong and ready!
📞 Contact Us:
Call us at (434) 246-8960
Don’t miss your final chance—register now!
BACK TO SCHOOL BASH RESCHEDULED!
Due to the weather forecast predicting rain over the next three days, the event has been rescheduled for Thursday, August 14, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
SUSSEX CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Final Registration Reminder – 2025-2026 School Year
We are excited to welcome our students back for an amazing year of learning and growth! Please read below for final opportunities to register and key reminders:
FINAL REGISTRATION DATES:
Monday, August 4, 2025 -9:00 am-3:00 pm
📅 Friday, August 8, 2025- 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Sussex Central Elementary School – Gym
✨ Who Should Attend?
✅ Pre-K and Kindergarten families who still need to register
✅ Returning families who need assistance completing registration or updating information
❗ IMPORTANT:
There will be NO registrations for students during the first three days of school.
Please do not delay! Contact your child’s school at (434) 246-8960 if you need support or have questions.
What to Bring:
- Parent/Guardian Photo ID
- Proof of Residency (lease, mortgage, or utility bill)
- Student’s Birth Certificate
- Immunization Records
- Physical Exam (within last 12 months for Pre-K & Kindergarten)
Need Help with Online Forms?
Staff will be available on-site to help complete PowerSchool registration, upload documents, and troubleshoot accounts.
🎒 First Day of School:
📅 Monday, August 18, 2025
Let’s kick off the year strong and ready!
📞 Contact Us:
Call us at (434) 246-8960
Don’t miss your final chance—register now!