Ms. Racey’s 2nd grade students enjoyed partner reading around the room! 😊 #thePark
about 8 hours ago, SPES Admin
Two children sit on the floor next to a classroom bulletin board, looking at a paper in a clear sleeve; one child holds a stuffed bear.
Two girls sit on a rug with smiley faces, one holding an open book while the other looks toward the camera.
A girl and a boy sit against a classroom wall, the boy reading a book aloud while the girl listens.
A girl and a boy sit together on cushions in front of a bookshelf, reading a book together; the girl holds a stuffed toy.
Two children sit on the floor near cubbies, reading a book together.
Two children sit on cushions against the classroom wall near a poster about articles, one holding a book while both smile.
Mrs. Anderson's first-grade class was learning about right angles. The students got the chance to go on a right-angle scavenger hunt around the room, using right-angle fish they made to help them find right angles. #thePark
1 day ago, SPES Admin
A young girl wearing a Stitch and Angel shirt holds up a blue paper fish labeled right angle fish next to a classroom calendar display.
Three students sit at desks coloring paper fish cutouts with crayons, with pencil boxes and water bottles on their desks.
A group of four students at a table coloring paper fish cutouts, with one smiling at the camera holding a red fish.
Five students sit at a table coloring fish cutouts, with a teacher sitting nearby assisting.
Four students at a table work on coloring and cutting fish cutouts, with supply boxes and crayons scattered on the desks.
Two girls stand by a classroom kindness poster; one is taping a paper fish to the wall.
A smiling boy wearing a navy blue sweater places a red fish cutout on the classroom calendar board
A boy in a blue shirt and glasses places an orange and yellow fish cutout on the classroom board.
A boy in a red Spider-Man shirt holds a blue fish cutout next to a classroom number chart and calendar.
A girl in a pink shirt and jeans attaches a multicolored fish cutout to the wall near a number chart.
Hello SPES Families! Our annual Back to School night will be on Thursday, September 18 from 6pm to 7pm. We hope to see you there!
3 days ago, SPES Admin
Colorful English-language flyer for Sycamore Park Elementary’s Back to School Night 2025–2026. Title reads ‘Sycamore Park Elementary – A Title I School 2025–2026 Back to School Night’ with comic-style artwork and an apple graphic. Event details: Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. Includes bullet points inviting parents to an informational opportunity, discovering exciting new adventures, and visiting the child’s classroom to meet the teacher. A Title I section offers homework tips, help, and ideas, plus a free homework kit while supplies last. Flyer is decorated with paper airplane graphics.
Colorful Spanish-language flyer for Sycamore Park Elementary’s Back to School Night 2025–2026. Title reads ‘Sycamore Park Elementary – A Title I School 2025–2026 Back to School Noche’ with comic-style artwork and an apple graphic. Event details: Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. Includes bullet points inviting parents to an informational session, highlighting new adventures their child will explore, and meeting teachers. A Title I section offers homework tips, help, and ideas, plus a free homework kit while supplies last. Paper airplane graphics decorate the flyer.
📸 Picture Day is Coming!

Sycamore Park Elementary School
Date: September 9, 2025

✨ Today’s moments are tomorrow’s memories! ✨

Ordering your child’s photos is simple:

Go to www.barksdalestorefront.com

Enter Access Code: 0038590IN

Choose your background and package.

🗓️ Ordering Window:
Opens: Now!
Closes: 24 hours after Picture Day

💡 Packages start at just $11, with options for retouching, personalization, and digital downloads
4 days ago, James Dugger
"Picture Day announcement flyer with six student portraits in sample backgrounds. Title reads 'Picture Day is Coming! Today's moments are tomorrow's memories.' Includes ordering instructions, ordering window, QR code for online ordering, and Barksdale contact information."
Picture Day order form for Sycamore Park Elementary School on September 9, 2025. Shows package options with prices, add-ons like personalization and retouching, and payment methods. Access Code 0038590IN is displayed for online orders. Form includes student information and family plan discount details.
Students in Mrs. Daniels class loved exploring shapes! #thePark
4 days ago, SPES Admin
ix young children are seated around a blue, horseshoe-shaped table in a classroom. They are smiling and working with colorful plastic pattern blocks (yellow hexagons, red trapezoids, green triangles, and blue rhombuses). On the table are large laminated shape mats labeled with names like “square,” “hexagon,” “rectangle,” “triangle,” “circle,” and “pentagon.” The children are arranging and stacking the blocks on and around the mats.
ix young children are seated around a blue, horseshoe-shaped table in a classroom. They are smiling and working with colorful plastic pattern blocks (yellow hexagons, red trapezoids, green triangles, and blue rhombuses). On the table are large laminated shape mats labeled with names like “square,” “hexagon,” “rectangle,” “triangle,” “circle,” and “pentagon.” The children are arranging and stacking the blocks on and around the mats.
The children in Mrs. Bridges’ and Ms. Dana’s preschool classroom are strengthening their fine motor skills and learning how to use various school supplies. #thePark
5 days ago, SPES Admin
Children sit at tables in a classroom coloring worksheets with markers and crayons. A teacher sits with one group, engaging with the students. One child in the front holds up a scribbled drawing, while others focus on coloring shapes and pictures. The classroom is lively, with cubbies, posters, and supplies visible in the background.
A group of young children sit around a small classroom table working on an art activity. They are gluing orange paper shapes onto white sheets. Backpacks hang on hooks along the wall behind them, and two children stand nearby looking at papers. The classroom is bright and decorated with posters and supplies.
📢 Reminder:
Culpeper County Public Schools will be closed on Friday, August 29 and Monday, September 1, 2025 in observance of Labor Day.

We wish all our students, staff, and families a safe and relaxing holiday weekend!
10 days ago, Culpeper County Public Schools
Culpeper County Public Schools logo above text stating schools will be closed Friday, August 29, and Monday, September 1, 2025, for the Labor Day holiday. Background shows blue sky with clouds."

Hello Sycamore Park Families! Time is running out for you to purchased the CCPS Chromebook Protection Plan for $30. You have until next Thursday to purchase! As of August 1st, there are no more "free" accidental breakages available for Chromebooks. This means that if your student in grades 1 - 12 accidently drops their CB in class this year and breaks the screen, the parent will be responsible for paying for the damage. Currently the price for a new screen is $53. However, if the parent/student purchases the CCPS Chromebook Protection Plan for $30, there would be no cost. This Protection Plan covers up to 2 accidental breakages per school year. That's right! It covers 2 accidental breakages each school year. However, if it is determined that the damage was done on purpose (coloring on keyboard, punching screen, etc), then the whole amount to repair the device would be charged. Do you have questions? If so, please read the flyers below or reach out to SPES. You can either send cash/check in an envelope next week with your child's/children's name on it or you can login to https://www.culpeperschools.org/o/ccps/page/school-cash to pay online.

Protection Plan Info

Current Repair Costs

16 days ago, SPES Admin
Sycamore Park Families! We are so excited to kick off our 2025 GOTR season! Attached is a flyer on how to register your 3rd -5th grade girl. We are changing our practice days this year to Mondays and Thursdays from 3:30 pm -5:00 pm. Please sign up!
20 days ago, SPES Admin
Colorful flyer for Girls on the Run in English. Heading: “Join Girls on the Run.” Subheading: “Hello, Mountain Mover!” Text explains that lessons are led by trained volunteer coaches using an evidence-based curriculum. Lessons inspire confidence when facing challenges and perseverance even when things are tough. Section heading: “This season, girls will:” Three illustrated points:  Build confidence to do hard things (icon of person with raised arms).  Discover their “I Can!” power (hand-drawn text “I CAN!”).  Learn from mistakes and persevere using stick-with-it strategies (badge icon with “YET!”). Photos include: girls in orange shirts under a group arch, two girls holding Girls on the Run books, a smiling girl in orange shirt, and a girl in a wheelchair raising her fist. Decorative stars, mountain, and lightning bolt icons included.
Flyer page in English with details about the Girls on the Run fall season. Heading: “Girls develop the skills to build confidence for life.” Blue box: “Participants of all abilities embrace their inner strength and make meaningful connections with others.” Section titled Season Info:  Fall Season: 9/2 – 11/2 (teams meet twice per week, days vary by team).  Diamond Dash 5K: 11/2.  Max Registration Fee: $150 (financial aid/payment plan available). Contact info: Katie Oleson, Program Director, email, phone number. Bright pink button: “Register Now!” QR code links to registration at www.gotpiedmont.org. Decorative icons include stars, arrow, lightning bolt, and “sign up!” doodle.
Colorful flyer for Girls on the Run in Spanish. Top heading: “Únete a Girls on the Run.” Subheading: “Hello, Mountain Mover!” Text explains that lessons are led by volunteer coaches in a welcoming environment with evidence-based curriculum. Lessons help participants feel confident when facing challenges and to keep going even when things are tough. Section heading: “Esta temporada, las niñas aprenderán lo siguiente.” Three illustrated points:  Build confidence to do hard things (icon of person with raised arms).  Discover their “¡Yo puedo!” power (hand-drawn text “I CAN!”).  Learn from mistakes and persevere using strategies (badge icon with word “YET!”). Photos include: girls in orange and pink shirts under a group arch, two girls holding Girls on the Run books, a smiling girl in an orange shirt, and a girl in a wheelchair raising her fist in triumph. Decorative stars, mountains, and lightning bolt icons accent the page.
Flyer page in Spanish with details about the Girls on the Run fall season. Heading: “Las niñas desarrollan las habilidades necesarias para generar confianza de por vida.” Blue box: “Las participantes con todo tipo de capacidades aceptan su fortaleza interna y logran conexiones significativas con sus pares.” Section titled Información de la temporada:  Temporada de Otoño: 9/2 – 11/2 (teams meet twice per week, days vary by team).  Carrera Diamante 5K: 11/2.  Costo Máximo de Inscripción: $150 (financial aid/payment plan available). Contact info: Katie Oleson, Director de Programa, email, phone number. Bright pink button reads: “¡Inscríbete ahora!” QR code for registration at www.gotpiedmont.org. Includes decorative icons (stars, arrow, lightning bolt, “inscribirse” text with doodles).
📣 HOLIDAY HOURS Culpeper County Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, July 3, 2025 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. As part of our summer schedule, we are already closed on Fridays, including July 4. We wish everyone a safe and happy 4th of July weekend!
2 months ago, Culpeper County Public Schools
Graphic with a dark blue background featuring red, white, and blue fireworks and starbursts. In the center is the Culpeper County Public Schools logo. Below it, bold white text reads: ‘WE WILL BE CLOSED.’ Smaller white text underneath says: ‘Thursday & Friday.’ Large red script text at the bottom reads: ‘July 3 & 4, 2025.’”
Is your child turning 5 before September 30? That means it’s time to register for kindergarten with Culpeper County Public Schools! Give your child a strong start by enrolling today and getting ready for an exciting year of learning, creativity, and fun. 📚 Register now online at https://www.culpeperschools.org/o/ccps/page/enroll
3 months ago, Culpeper County Public Schools
Flyer for Culpeper County Public Schools Kindergarten Registration. The title reads "Kindergarten Registration – Now Open!" in bold white and gold text on a teal background. It states that children who turn five on or before September 30, 2025, are eligible to attend kindergarten. A button at the bottom says "Enroll Today." The flyer includes playful, colorful graphics of children doing arts and crafts and smiling in a classroom. Contact information is provided: phone number 540-825-3677 and website www.culpeperschools.org. A QR code is displayed in the bottom right corner.
Ms. Weaver is helping our summer academy students make some fun instruments! #atthePark
3 months ago, SPES Admin
children standing against a wall
CALLING ALL COMMUNITY PARTNERS!! The 2nd Annual CCPS Back to School Bash is coming soon and we need you! WHEN? Saturday, August 2, 2025 from 9 AM–12 PM WHERE? Sycamore Park Elementary School If you're interested in: ✅ Hosting a table ✅ Giving free haircuts to students ✅ Sharing a youth oriented service (childcare, sports, etc) ✅ Donating supplies or volunteering 📋 Please complete our interest form: https://forms.gle/uRDwsaAJzpKbyXTM8
3 months ago, Culpeper County Public Schools
Graphic flyer for Culpeper County Public Schools' Back to School Bash. Event is scheduled for August 2nd, 2025, from 9 AM to 12 PM at Sycamore Park Elementary School, 451 Radio Lane. The flyer announces that local stylists and barbers will provide free haircuts for students. It highlights that the event is free for all CCPS students and includes school supplies for all grades, food vendors and fun games, and information on sports and childcare. The design features school-themed illustrations like scissors, a backpack, notebook, light bulb, calculator, watercolor palette, and a school bus.
📚✏️ Get ready for the new school year! The 2025–2026 Elementary School Supply Lists are now available on the CCPS website. 🖍️📓 🖱️ Visit: https://www.culpeperschools.org/page/school-supplies 📅 Plan ahead and make back-to-school shopping a breeze!
3 months ago, Culpeper County Public Schools
Graphic for Culpeper County Public Schools Elementary School Supply List for the 2025–2026 school year. The image features school supplies including scissors, pencils, pens, paper clips, and a pencil sharpener arranged on a chalkboard background."
Ms. Nellis' class had a special visitor today! It was Mr. Dugger and the beebot robots!
4 months ago, SPES Admin
class of students with the teacher sitting on the floor
Ms. Walker’s 4th grade class created their own math board games, including 20 review cards with an answer key and a fun game board. They spent the afternoon playing each other’s games while also reviewing. It was a blast!
4 months ago, SPES Admin
Two students are seated on the floor playing a pink and blue themed math board game decorated with hearts and stars. They are using clipboards and taking notes while game pieces and dice are on the board.
Three students sit on the carpet playing a handmade board game titled "Mathopoly." One student holds a pencil and clipboard, another rolls a die, and colorful game spaces are visible on the board with cards and pawns in play.
Two students sit on the carpet engaged in a volcano-themed board game. The game board has hand-drawn lava, fire, and volcano illustrations with red paths and spaces. Cards with handwritten notes are part of the gameplay.
Two students are seated on the floor playing a pink and blue themed math board game decorated with hearts and stars. They are using clipboards and taking notes while game pieces and dice are on the board.
Three boys are gathered around a classroom desk playing a board game titled "Lebron Math Game." The game features a winding green path with pink bows. One student holds a pencil and a game card, while another prepares to move a piece.
Two boys are sitting on the floor playing a board game called “Escape the Mine.” The board features a hand-drawn mine shaft and a path with various obstacles. One student is pointing to the board, and two clipboards with paper are nearby.
A close-up of the “Mathopoly” game from IMG_1342, showing colorful spaces and instructions like “move back 3” and “pick a card.” Two plastic pawns and a green die are in play, with a stack of answer cards nearby.
Close-up of two students playing “Escape the Mine.” One student is pointing to a space labeled “go back 6 spaces,” while another holds a deck of handmade question cards.
Last day of the 5th grade Chess 102 Club. Many of these kiddos have been part of the club since the start. Mrs. B. wishes them all the best! May your future moves be as strategic as our chess games! ♟️
4 months ago, SPES Admin
students in a  classroom
Happy School Nurse Day! 🎉 Today we celebrate the compassionate care, expertise, and dedication of our incredible school nurses. Thank you Nurse Bates for keeping our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn! 💙🩺 #SND2025 #SchoolNurseDay #ThankYouNurses #CCPSproud
4 months ago, Culpeper County Public Schools
A promotional image for School Nurse Day on May 7, 2025. On the left side, there is a graphic featuring the School Nurse Day logo and the hashtag #SND2025, with the text “School Nurse Day” and the NASN (National Association of School Nurses) logo. On the right side, a smiling woman at a desk wearing pink scrubs
It’s Teacher & School-Based Staff Appreciation Week! Join us in celebrating the incredible educators and support staff who make Culpeper County Public Schools a place of learning, growth, and inspiration. From May 5–9, 2025, we honor the dedication, passion, and tireless efforts of our teachers, paraeducators, counselors, nurses, custodians, administrative teams, and so many others who support our students every single day. Take a moment this week to say thank you, write a note, or share a smile — because every act of appreciation matters! #CCPSShines #ThankATeacher #SchoolStaffAppreciation #CulpeperSchools #WeAreCCPS
4 months ago, Culpeper County Public Schools
A promotional graphic celebrating Teachers and School-Based Staff Appreciation Week for Culpeper County Public Schools, taking place May 5–9, 2025. The design features a dark teal background with gold confetti. At the top is a gold ribbon with the words “Employee Appreciation.” Below are three circular photos: one of two smiling women in a school hallway, one of a woman in a red blouse holding a Culpeper Schools gift, and one of a young man and woman standing in front of lockers. The Culpeper County Public Schools logo is centered beneath the photos, followed by the text “Teachers & School Based Staff Appreciation Week, May 5–9, 2025.
🌞📏 Chalk + Math = Outdoor Learning Fun! ✍️💡 Mr. Jennings’ class took their SOL prep to the pavement this week, turning math review into an engaging outdoor experience. With colorful chalk and creative thinking, students practiced math concepts while enjoying the sunshine and fresh air. Who says test prep can't be fun? Way to go, scholars! 💪🧠 #SOLPrep #OutdoorLearning #MathIsFun #CreativeClassrooms #ChalkItUpToSuccess #CulpeperSchools
4 months ago, SPES Admin
Students crouch and kneel on an asphalt surface, using colorful chalk to write large math-related words and decorate with doodles. Lush trees and a chain-link fence are in the background.
A wide shot of a group of students spread out on a paved area outside, working on chalk drawings and writing. The setting includes grassy fields and a distant playground.
Students in small groups or pairs draw and write on the pavement with chalk near the side of a school building. Some are standing, others are kneeling and drawing close to the wall.
A young student sits cross-legged on the pavement, writing letters in chalk. The words appear to be part of a sequence, and her concentration is clear.
Two students sit and kneel on the blacktop, writing out acronyms and math terms with chalk. One student has drawn an arrow indicating a direction or relationship.
A smiling student sits casually on the pavement, holding a piece of pink chalk near the word “rewards” written in stylized letters. More chalk drawings are faintly visible in the background.
A closer view of the same smiling student from the previous image, now sitting next to another student. They are writing words in cursive with chalk while enjoying the outdoor activity.