Please help our Fundraiser!! South Central Elementary is selling Fresh Pepperoni Rollers as a fundraiser!Our sale is now available online by clicking the link below!Please click the blue link below and once you are on the sale page, find my name in the dropdown window, and purchase directly from me! You must purchase 13 rollers (any variety) for the online sale. We... READ MORE >
This morning our transitional kindergarten students went on a hunt outside for signs of spring. The students were very excited to walk outside and explore! They even used some of their senses in order to observe. They saw birdhouses, buds on the trees and green grass. They heard birds chirping, tractors working in the fields and kids playing outside. After going... READ MORE >
Kindergarten students worked with Bee Bots in Mrs. Lacey’s Tech class today. Students are able to write a code to tell the Bee Bot what to do. READ MORE >
Kindergarten students work with the Code-A-Piller’s in Mrs. Lacey’s Tech class. Students are able to program the Code-A-Piller to do different tasks like walk, turn and sleep. READ MORE >
Fourth grade artwork celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. READ MORE >
Mr. Roboto made his first debut at an SC Elementary Valentine's Day party 20+ years ago with Ethan Oney and then with Garett Oney a few years later. After a long hiatus, he returned with Parker and then Keragin Gray. He was very excited to be attending this year with Kindergartener Lincoln Prelipp. READ MORE >
We started an incentive program called Bravo Badges where students can earn a badge for various tasks at school. Some of the badges include Student of the Month, Kindness, Smashing Goals and Accelerated Reading. We are so proud of all of our students for earning their badges. I would ask parents to take a moment to talk with your child to see if they have earned... READ MORE >
Miss Lortcher's class went to the football field to measure dinosaurs. Students were able to see just how large these animals are. READ MORE >
Firefighters from Greenwich and North Fairfield payed a visit to South Central Elementary during Fire Prevention Week. The firefighters reviewed the importance of fire safety including how having fresh batteries in smoke detectors can save lives. The students were also able to have a close up look at the fire trucks and equipment the firefighters wear. I wanted... READ MORE >
For Immediate Release OCTOBER 19, 2020 Media may contact: Jeff Deeble419-752-3815 ext 11251 South Central Local School District and community to focus on bus safety Oct. 19-23 South Central Local School District and the surrounding community will join other schools and communities to recognize National School Bus Safety Week, Oct. 19-23. The national theme... READ MORE >
A special thank you to Nurse Kathy for her lesson on how to wash your hands properly with second grade. The students had “germs” placed on their hands and looked at them under the ultraviolet light. They then washed their hands and placed them under the light again. Students were shocked to see how many “germs” were still on their hands. Make sure your hands... READ MORE >
Students in Mrs. Pryor’s class use the smart board to count. READ MORE >
Mrs. Bush reviews rules with her class. READ MORE >
Miss Hohler’s class worked on computers today. It is so impressive how well these kiddos work with technology! READ MORE >
Kindergarten students use small pieces of colored paper to practice writing their names. READ MORE >
Students in Mrs. Smith’s class works on writing their numbers. READ MORE >
Mr. Seidel working with his students on rounding. READ MORE >
A butterfly hatched in Mrs. Middaugh’s classroom!!! READ MORE >
Students in Mrs. Middaugh’s room are learning about the four stages of caterpillars. The next two weeks are going to be awesome! READ MORE >
Welcome back to school! READ MORE >
I wanted to thank everyone for an awesome first day of school. It was so great to see everyone!! Looking forward to seeing all of our Wednesday/Thursday students tomorrow!! READ MORE >
Please see part one of the letter from the Health Department. READ MORE >
Please see part two of the letter from the Health Department. READ MORE >
In order to ensure each student only works with their own supplies, we have added a pencil box (roughly 5x8) to the student supply list. Please click on the document to enlarge it. READ MORE >
July 2020 Dear South Central Students & Parents/Guardians: I hope the summer is treating everyone well, and that you are finding time to do activities with family and friends. I wanted to communicate to you the progress being made over the past few months with regards to the 2020-21 school year. I have been participating in weekly Zoom meetings with the Huron... READ MORE >
Thank you SC families for allowing us to serve your children during the school closure time frame. I appreciate that you picked up your packed meals at the drop off location and at the designated times. I would also like to say Thank you to the many wonderful school staff volunteers during the school closure, without you we would not have been able to feed so many... READ MORE >
It was so great to see everyone at the South Central Elementary parade last night! It was so great to see so many signs and cars decorated. On behalf of the staff we would like to thank the students and parents for a year we will never forget. READ MORE >
We have acquired some additional Chromebooks with grant monies in the district to support the Title classrooms and fill some of the Elementary Carts that were shared between classrooms. The resource rooms and Speech program have acquired some iPads and software to help students in their programs. Our High School will be offering some additional Computer and... READ MORE >
If you have a preschool aged child who you would like to attend the 2020-2021 school year, you will need to fill out an application or stop into the board of education office from 8 am to 3 pm to pick one up. If you have already picked up an application you can return it to the board of education office between the hours of 8 am to 3 pm. If you have any... READ MORE >
If your child will be five years old before August 1, 2020 and you would like to send him/her to kindergarten next year, we are now registering children for the 2020-2021 school years'. Please bring with you at the time of registration the following items: Child's Birth CertificateSocial Security CardImmunization RecordProof of ResidencyCustody papers (if... READ MORE >
To view the full version of the 2020-2021 School Calendar READ MORE >
Open enrollment packets are available in the South Central Board of Education Office for pick during the hours of 7:30 am - 3:30 pm. Application packets will also be available online during the enrollment period. Applications available online in the Open Enrollment Section Applications will be considered in the order in which they are received as to date and... READ MORE >
We are looking for feedback from parents regarding our school. Please take this five question survey so we can help make more informed decisions. Thank you.https://docs.google.com/forms/... READ MORE >
We are currently working on a plan for Preschool and Kindergarten registration. In the meantime, please call the elementary school at 419-752-5021 and leave your contact information. As soon as we finalize a plan we will contact you directly. Thank you for your patience during this difficult time. READ MORE >
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School officials from area public schools conducted a meeting today to announce a series of common protocols for addressing novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). While there are no reported cases of the COVID19 in our immediate area, multiple area superintendents met to provide a collaborative response to the current health challenge in our state and nation. Click here for... READ MORE >
Our PM preschool had special visitors today! Deputy Mike and police dog Justice stopped by to say hello along with Deputy Mitch and Deputy Abbie. READ MORE >
Our AM preschool had special visitors today! Deputy Mike and police dog Justice stopped by to say hello along with Deputy Mitch and Deputy Abbie. READ MORE >
The Elementary will be having a South Central Sock Fundraiser through February 28. Delivery of the socks will be 3-4 weeks afterwards. These are high quality socks with our SC logo on them and make a great gift!!! All proceeds will go to help pay for field trips, assemblies and student incentives. Please go to the website below to order your SC socks! ... READ MORE >
Students stopping by to share they met their level for the sight Word Challenge. Keep up the awesome work!!! READ MORE >
Students attended a positive behavior assembly that showcased the Taiko Japanese Drummers. Students learned how to play the drums, about rhythm and sound as well as Japanese culture. Students were even able to play the drums at the end of the assembly! READ MORE >
Mrs. Middaugh’s class learned about the different states of matter by making root beer floats. The students were able to talk about each of the three state’s of matter in the experiment. When I asked the students what they learned, one student replied “learning about matter is tasty”! READ MORE >
South Central Schools welcomes Kathy Mitchell as our district school nurse. In partnership with FTMC, Kathy will be full-time at South Central, serving our PK-12 student health needs. Kathy resides in New London with her husband and three elementary children. READ MORE >
Students making Turkey Stew for Thanksgiving in Miss Lortcher's class. READ MORE >
Students in Mrs. Gilbert's class charted how many letters were in their names. READ MORE >
A special thank you to the Tri-Community Fire Department for coming to educate our students about fire safety. READ MORE >
On Friday, October 4, the high school marching band had some visitors with them. Students in grades K-5 were invited to "Be in the Band" during the halftime show. Roughly 55 students participated in the event. A special thank you to Mr. Gaither and his band for allowing the students to participate in such an awesome event! READ MORE >
Students at the Elementary building participated in Bus Safety Training for grades K-4. The bus drivers reviewed basic bus rules and to how to safely cross the street. The drivers also covered how to be safe on the bus, how to exit using all of the emergency exits as well as what to do during a real emergency. I wanted to thank Steve and Gary for all of their... READ MORE >
Mrs. Jody came to visit the Elementary school today. She played various instruments for the students including the saxophon. READ MORE >
The students in Miss Lortcher's class learned about shapes today! READ MORE >
The NED show visited the Elementary school on Wednesday, September 11. The assembly is designed to teach students about Never giving up, Encouraging others, and Do your best. READ MORE >