Dear Parents and Staff,
Due to the threat of severe storms expected in our area, schools will be closed on Monday, March 16, 2026.
Thank you for your understanding as we take necessary precautions to ensure the safety of our students and staff.
Good afternoon Parents and Staff,
All afterschool activities are canceled for today, Thursday, March 12, 2026.
March Reminders
Asynchronous Learning Day – Friday, March 13, 2026, will be an Asynchronous Learning Day. Students will not report to school but will have assigned activities to complete at home. Please ensure your child logs in and completes their assignments.
Report Cards – Report cards will be available on Friday, March 27, 2026. Please review your child’s progress and contact their teacher if you have any questions or concerns.
Spring Sports and Activities Sign-Up – Keep an eye out for details on how to sign up for spring sports and activities. We encourage students to get involved and take advantage of these opportunities.
March Appreciation - March is a time of celebration and appreciation in Surry County Public Schools. We proudly recognize our School Social Worker, Maintenance staff, and Educational Diagnostician this month. We are deeply grateful for the professionalism, dedication, and care each of these individuals brings to our division every day.
Thank you for your ongoing support of your child’s education as we partner in ‘Building Excellence, One Student at a Time!” If you have any questions or need additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact the main office of your child’s school.
Good Evening Parents and Staff,
Surry County Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay Monday, February 23, 2026 to allow time to inspect road conditions following the snow expected overnight. This delay will help ensure safe travel for our buses, families, and students.
Please monitor division communications for any additional updates. We will communicate any additional changes as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we prioritize the safety of our school community.
Thank you.
Please take note of the following dates and reminders for February 2026:
Interim Reports – Interim reports will be available on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Please log in to the PowerSchool Parent Portal App to review your child’s progress.
Presidents' Day – Schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents’ Day.
Parent-Teacher Conferences – Parent-teacher conferences can be scheduled during the week of February 17-20, 2026. This is a valuable opportunity to discuss your child's progress and address any questions or concerns you may have with your child’s teacher(s).
Thank you for your continued partnership in your child’s education as we “Build Excellence, One Student At A Time!” Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact the main office of your child’s school.
February Appreciation - February is a time of celebration and appreciation in Surry County Public Schools. We proudly recognize School Board Appreciation Month, Career and Technical Education Month, and African American History Month, honoring leadership, innovation, and history that shape our school community.
This week is National School Counselor Week! We will also celebrate Virginia Kindness Week, and our School Resource and School Security Officers this month, thanking those who support student well-being, safety, and success. We appreciate the continued support of our families and community as we recognize these important observances together.
Surry County Public Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay on Monday, February 2, 2026.
We appreciate your continued understanding and support as we prioritize the safety of our students, families, and staff.
Surry County Public Schools will open on a two-hour delay on Friday, January 30, 2026.
Meals will be available for parent pickup at Luther Porter Jackson Middle School (side parking lot near cafeteria) from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Friday, January 30, 2026. Learning packets will go home with students, in addition to being posted on Canvas. Meals and learning packets are being provided in preparation for the possibility of additional inclement weather that may require further school closures and a shift to virtual learning.
We appreciate your continued understanding and support as we prioritize the safety of our students, families, and staff.
Surry County Public Schools will be closed for students on Thursday, January 29, 2026, as continued freezing temperatures have created unsafe conditions on secondary roads, bus stops, and roadside locations where students wait for and board school buses.
Teachers and staff are to report at 10:00 a.m. Staff will receive a separate communication with additional details regarding assignments and responsibilities.
Thank you.
Good Evening Parents and Staff,
Surry County Public Schools will be closed on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, as continued freezing temperatures have created unsafe conditions on secondary roads and high-traffic areas in and around our school buildings.
We appreciate your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
Good Afternoon Parents and Staff,
Surry County Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, due to hazardous road conditions and continued freezing temperatures expected overnight. Parking lots, sidewalks, and areas used for entering and exiting school buildings remain hazardous due to freezing conditions.
Students are encouraged to aim high by engaging with the review materials available in take-home packets and through Canvas.
We appreciate your continued support as student and staff safety remains our top priority.
Good Afternoon Parents and Staff,
Surry County Public Schools will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026 due to hazardous road conditions from the winter storm. Please take a moment to aim high by engaging in the review materials provided in the take-home packets and in Canvas.
Thank you for your support as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
We are closely monitoring the possibility of a winter storm this weekend. At this time, no changes have been made to the school schedule.
Should weather conditions require adjustments to the schedule, we will communicate any updates as soon as possible through our usual communication channels.
Review materials have been provided by teachers to ensure students can continue reviewing academic content in the event of a school closing.
Thank you for your cooperation as we continue to prioritize safety as we aim high for academic excellence.
Parents and Staff,
All afterschool activities are canceled today, Thursday, January 22, 2026, with the exception of athletics.
This decision was made to allow staff time to prepare for the potential impending winter storm.
Athletic events and practices will proceed as scheduled unless families and staff are notified otherwise. Any changes to athletics will be communicated promptly if conditions require.
Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize safety and preparedness.
Please see the following reminders as we Return to Learn in 2026:
Report Cards: Report cards will be distributed on January 16, 2026. Please review the report and feel free to contact teachers if you have any questions or would like to schedule a conference.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, schools and offices will be closed on January 19, 2026.
Winter Weather Policies and Procedures:
With the winter season in full swing, we want to remind you of our weather-related policies. In the event of inclement weather, we will notify families of school closures or delays via phone call, text message, website, and email. Please ensure your contact information is up to date in our system.
Thank you for your attention to these important matters. As always, we appreciate your support in helping our students succeed.