To our teachers:
Your passion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to excellence do not go unnoticed. You are mentors, motivators, and champions for every student who walks through your classroom doors. Your impact reaches far beyond teaching and learning. You are shaping futures.
On behalf of the entire SCPS family, thank you for all that you do. We celebrate you this week and always.
As we approach the end of the school year, we want to share important updates and reminders about upcoming events and activities:
Graduation – We are excited to celebrate the achievements of our students!
Surry County High School Commencement will take place on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 10:00am. at L. P. J. Middle School.
Additional promotion ceremonies will be announced by your child’s school.
End-of-Year Events and Activities – Schools will host various end-of-year events and activities to celebrate a successful academic year. Look out for announcements from your child’s school for specific details.
Memorial Day – Schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day.
Early Dismissal Days – Students will have early dismissal on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 and Thursday, May 28, 2026. It is important to note that Students' last day of school has been changed to Thursday, May 28, 2026.
Final Exams at Surry County High School – Final exams for high school students will take place on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 through May 28, 2026. Please ensure your child is prepared and arrives on time.
Thank you for your continued support as we close out another successful school year. If you have any questions or need further details, please contact your child’s school.
This award ceremony is for students in grades kindergarten through third. PreK and fourth grade students will earn their awards during their promotion/graduation ceremonies.
Awards day is on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.
Kindergarten awards - 9:00AM
First and Second grade awards - 10:00 AM
Third grade awards - 11:00 AM
Location - Surry Elementary School Cafeteria
We look forward too seeing you there!
Surry County School Board Office
Dear Parents and Staff,
We are excited to share that YMCA will soon be partnering with our school division to provide before and after-school childcare services, with the potential to expand into summer programming for our students. The YMCA is widely recognized for its commitment to youth development, healthy living, and strengthening communities, and we are eager to explore how this partnership can best serve the needs of our families.
To ensure these services are designed with our community in mind, we are asking for your input. Your feedback will help us better understand scheduling needs, areas of interest, affordability considerations, and the level of demand for both school-year and summer childcare options. Whether you anticipate using these services or simply want to share your perspective, your voice is important in helping us build a program that supports our students and families.
Please take a few moments to complete our brief survey https://engagement.ymca.org/jfe/form/SV_9BLDVoiQI5CmNrU.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to provide safe, engaging, and accessible opportunities for all children in our community.
Good evening Parents and Staff,
You are invited to our AIM HIGH. FLY HIGH Parent SOL Night on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at Surry Elementary School. This event is designed to help parents and students better understand SOL testing and how to support student success. It will begin at 5:00 p.m. and is open to all Surry Elementary and Luther Porter Jackson Middle School students. Dinner will be provided. Please scan the QR code or visit our website to complete the short survey to RSVP.
Due to the SOL Parent Night, there will be no afterschool tutoring on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
We also invite you to join us for Surry County’s Spring Fling on Saturday, March 28th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Surry County Parks and Recreation Center for a fun-filled community event.
We hope to see you at both events!
Good afternoon Parents and Staff,
You are invited to our AIM HIGH. FLY HIGH Parent SOL Night on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Surry Elementary School. This event is designed to help parents and students better understand SOL testing and how to support student success. It will begin at 5:00 p.m. and is open to all Surry Elementary and Luther Porter Jackson Middle School students and parents. Dinner will be provided!
Please scan the QR code or click the link below to RSVP.
We hope to see you there as we work together to help our students aim high!
Good afternoon Parents and Staff,
All afterschool activities are canceled for today, Thursday, March 12, 2026.
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.
