Pearl Sample Elementary School

📚 We had a fantastic time celebrating Read Across America Week!

Students and staff joined in the fun with a spirit week full of creativity. We saw twin outfits, book character costumes, and lots of Tiger pride around the school. One student even brought his imagination to life by dressing as his own original character, Super Stickman, from a comic book he created!

We wrapped up the week with a Salute to Seuss magic show, bringing stories and reading to life in a magical way.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the week such a fun celebration of reading! 📖✨
#ReadAcrossAmerica #LoveReading #TigerPride

4 days ago, PSES

Five students stand in front of a bulletin board that reads “In Fourth Grade We Are…” while dressed as book characters and holding books and drawings, including a student dressed as Super Stickman.

A magician wearing a red-and-white striped hat performs on a stage decorated with red curtains and stars during a “Salute to Seuss” magic show for students seated in front of the stage.

A magician stands on stage with a student volunteer during the Dr. Seuss themed magic show while holding a drawing of a face as part of the trick.

A smiling student stands in front of a painted tiger mural wearing a tiger-themed shirt and bow, showing Tiger school spirit.

Two students standing outside near the playground smile and pose together wearing matching shirts with pictures of a puppy and kitten for twin day during spirit week.

A group of teachers pose in a school hallway wearing themed shirts and holding props and books from “The Food Group” children’s book series including The Bad Seed, The Good Egg, and The Couch Potato.

A student dressed as his original comic book character, Super Stickman, smiles while holding his hand-drawn comic book and a mask he created.

A teacher and two students in a hallway wear mouse ears and a large cookie prop as book character costumes for spirit week.

🎯 Spinning into Probability!

Mrs. Davis’s 4th grade class put their probability skills to the test with colorful spinners this week! Students made predictions, conducted multiple trials, recorded their results with tally marks, and analyzed their data to determine likelihood.

Hands-on learning like this makes math meaningful, engaging, and fun. Way to go, 4th graders! 📊✨

#CCPSProud #HandsOnLearning #4thGradeMath #ProbabilityInAction

7 days ago, PSES

Two students sit at a desk working together on a probability activity. One student holds a pencil above a tally chart while a colorful four-section spinner rests on the desk between them.

Two students conduct a probability experiment using a four-color spinner and record their results on worksheets. Pencil boxes and classroom materials are visible on the desks around them.

Two students work side-by-side at a desk. One spins a four-color paper spinner while the other records tally marks on a worksheet labeled “Spinning Colors.”

A student in a pink sweater spins a colorful four-section spinner while a partner records tally marks on a probability worksheet during a classroom math activity.

Two students review their results on a “Spinning Colors” worksheet filled with tally marks. A four-color spinner sits on the desk as they discuss their data.

A student stands at a desk spinning a paper clip spinner and recording results on a worksheet. Nearby, a small whiteboard shows numbers written from 1 to 30, likely tracking total spins.

A fourth grade student in a red jacket spins a paper clip spinner divided into four colored sections (red, blue, green, and yellow) while recording tally marks on a probability worksheet at a classroom desk.

Today’s the day! 🎉

Kindergarten registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open on the CCPS website!

Families can complete the online portion of our new hybrid (online/in-person) registration process beginning today. We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2039!

Get started here:
👉 https://www.culpeperschools.org/o/ccps/page/enroll

8 days ago, Culpeper County Public Schools

kindergarten children on maroon stairs holding signs on pieces of paper that say kindergarten registration now open

🐾 Tiger Tracks Attendance – March Update! 🐾

Our Tigers are on the move! 🎉 Students who miss less than 14 days this school year will be entered for a chance to win Chick-Fil-A nuggets (8 count) or a Chick-Fil-A sandwich — one winner per grade level! 🐯✨

Let’s keep those paws in the classroom and those attendance streaks strong!

📊 February Highlights:
✔️ 85.4% “Good” Attendance (591/692 students)
✔️ 302 students earned Perfect Attendance in February
✔️ 617 students (89.1%) have “Good” Attendance for the year
⭐ 59 students have Perfect Attendance for the year so far!

We are so proud of our Tigers for showing up and showing out! Let’s make March even stronger! 💚

#TigerTracks #EveryDayCounts #AttendanceMatters #TigerPride

8 days ago, PSES

A green March 2026 attendance calendar decorated with white flowers. Each school day has a green checkmark, with March 13 labeled “No School – Staff Work Day.” On the right side, a dark green panel titled “Tiger Tracks Attendance” explains that students who miss less than 14 days this school year will be entered to win Chick-Fil-A nuggets (8 count) or a Chick-Fil-A sandwich, with one winner per grade level. Images of Chick-Fil-A nuggets and a sandwich are shown. Monthly statistics list February good attendance as 591 out of 692 students (85.4%), February perfect attendance as 302 out of 692 (43.6%), year-to-date good attendance as 617 out of 692 (89.1%), and 59 students with perfect attendance for the year.

📚✨ Get ready to celebrate Read Across America Spirit Week and Battle of the Books! ✨📚

We can’t wait to see our Tigers show their love of reading all week long!

Here’s what’s coming up:

📖 Monday – PJ Day
Cozy up with a good book!

📸 Tuesday – Picture Day
Add a little glam to your look!

👯 Wednesday – Twin Day
Reading is better with a buddy!

📚 Thursday – Book Character Day
Dress as your favorite book character!

🐯 Friday – Tiger Day
We’re WILD about reading!

PLUS… on Monday, March 9th we’ll celebrate Books Bring Us Together with grade-level colors:
5th – Black | 4th – Red | 3rd – Blue
2nd – Yellow | 1st – Purple | K – Pink
Staff (non-grade level) – Green

Let’s make it a week full of school spirit, great books, and lots of ROAR-ing readers! 🐾📚

#ReadAcrossAmerica #BattleOfTheBooks #WildAboutReading

13 days ago, PSES

Colorful comic-book style flyer titled “Batalla de los Libros y Semana del Espíritu de Read Across America.” The design mirrors the English version with bright comic panels and bold starburst shapes. Lunes (3/02): Día de Pijama – Acurrúcate con un buen libro Martes (3/03): Día de Foto – Usa un poco de glamour Miércoles (3/04): Días de Gemelos – Leer es mejor con un amigo Jueves (3/05): Viste como un personaje de cualquier libro Viernes (3/06): Día del Tigre – Apasionados por la lectura At the bottom, Lunes (3/09): Los Libros Nos Unen with grade-level colors: 5° – Negro, 4° – Rojo, 3° – Azul, 2° – Amarillo, 1° – Morado, K – Rosa, Personal no por grado – Verde.

Colorful comic-book style flyer titled “Battle of the Books & Read Across America Spirit Week.” The background features bright panels in purple, yellow, orange, green, and blue with bold starburst shapes for each day. Monday (3/02): PJ Day – Cozy up to a good book Tuesday (3/03): Picture Day – Wear a little glam Wednesday (3/04): Twin Day – Reading is better with a buddy Thursday (3/05): Wear a character from any book Friday (3/06): Tiger Day – Wild about Reading At the bottom, a green starburst for Monday (3/09): Books Bring Us Together with grade-level color assignments: 5th – Black, 4th – Red, 3rd – Blue, 2nd – Yellow, 1st – Purple, Kindergarten – Pink, Non-grade-level staff – Green.

Today was full of school spirit (and syrup! 🥞)!

Our teachers proudly rocked their tattoos from our “Tattoo a Teacher” fundraiser — and let’s just say, they wore them WELL! 💪🎉 From silly designs to bold statements, our staff showed that they’re always willing to go the extra mile to support our students.

To top it off, our amazing team was treated to a mini pancake breakfast bar this morning as a small thank-you for everything they do each and every day. Because if anyone deserves pancakes AND temporary ink, it’s our teachers! ❤️

Thank you to everyone who supported the fundraiser and helped make today such a sweet success!

#SchoolSpirit #TattooATeacher #SweetSuccess #BestStaffEver

17 days ago, PSES

Collage titled “Tattoo a Teacher!” featuring teachers and staff posing with colorful temporary tattoos on their arms, legs, and faces. Individuals smile, flex their arms, and show off cartoon-style tattoos in a school setting.

Collage of teachers displaying temporary tattoos on their arms and faces. Staff members pose individually and in small groups, some flexing muscles or smiling at the camera, with visible school offices and hallways in the background.

Collage of teachers and staff with playful temporary tattoos covering their arms and faces. Photos include close-up selfies, group shots, and individuals posing confidently in school hallways and classrooms under the “Tattoo a Teacher!” title.

Collage of school staff enjoying a “Mini Pancake Bar.” Photos show four women smiling with plates of mini pancakes, trays of pancakes under foil, bowls of colorful toppings, whipped cream cans, and a sign reading “You Are Flippin’ Awesome! Mini Pancake Bar.” One photo shows a staff member playfully spraying whipped cream into her mouth.

Learning comes to life in our hallways ❤️📚
Our students took time to read, reflect, and celebrate influential leaders as part of our Black History Month display. We love seeing curiosity, collaboration, and pride in learning—right where everyone can see it!

🐯 #BlackHistoryMonth #StudentLearning #HallwayPride #TigerStrong

about 1 month ago, PSES

Two elementary students stand in a school hallway reading and writing on a Black History Month bulletin board featuring student-created profiles of influential Black leaders, with papers displayed on a gray background and red lettering.

🐾 Tiger Tracks Attendance Update! 🐾

Way to go, Tigers! 🎉 Our students met (and beat!) our January attendance goal with 630 students — over 90% — demonstrating strong attendance for the month of January!

Showing up matters, and our Tigers proved they’re committed to learning, growing, and giving their best every day. 💪📚

Let’s keep those Tiger Tracks going strong as we head into February! 🐯❤️

#TigerTracks #AttendanceMatters #ProudToBeATiger #ShowingUpWins

about 1 month ago, PSES

February Attendance Calendar - Students who have missed 12 or less days this school year will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win some chick-fil-a!

Due to potential impacts from the impending winter storm, all CCPS activities scheduled for Saturday, January 24, 2026 and Sunday, January 25, 2026 will be canceled.

Friday night activities will continue as scheduled.

about 2 months ago, Culpeper County Public Schools

We are so proud of our students who participated in the spelling bee! Their hard work, courage, and commitment to learning were on full display as they took the stage and gave it their best. 📚🧡 Congratulations to Jackson, Moffett, Louisa Headley, and Alex Geronimo for representing our school so well – we are so proud of you! 🐯👏

about 2 months ago, PSES

A teacher stands next to three elementary students wearing matching countywide spelling bee, pearl sample elementary T-shirts. They are smiling in front of an orange school banner with one student raising their arm

Today, we are celebrating the 100th Day of School with lots of learning, laughter, and fun across our classrooms and hallways. From counting activities and creative projects to “100-year-old” school spirit, our students and staff are making the day one to remember.

Here’s to 100 days of growth, progress, and success, and to all the great learning still ahead!

about 2 months ago, Culpeper County Public Schools

Happy 100th day of school!

about 2 months ago, PSES

girl, putting a picture of Mrs. Hokanson on the hundred chart

can you find 100 pictures of Mrs. Hokanson?

Congratulations to our newest Leader of the Pack - Aubrey Minor! She is a 2nd grader! Keep up the amazing leadership Aubrey! We are so proud of you!

about 2 months ago, PSES

Girl holding a Leader of the Pack T-shirt in front of a colorful wall

This week is principal and assistant principal appreciation week. We have had a spirit week all week and our teachers have shown their appreciation for Mrs. Hokanson and Mr. Slezak every day. Yesterday's theme was "Whatever it takes to win"! Our teachers and staff showed up in their black-and-white and checkered print patterns to show our principals that they are in the winners circle!

about 2 months ago, PSES

📚⚔️ Battle of the Books is Here! ⚔️📚

We’re excited to kick off our Battle of the Books reading incentive at Pearl Sample! Students in each grade level are reading (and listening to!) selected books as they battle for bragging rights and a love of reading.

Parents can support at home by using the link below to listen to the Battle of the Books titles for your child’s grade level—perfect for car rides, bedtime, or busy schedules. Listening along still builds comprehension and keeps students engaged in the competition!

Want to help even more? ❤️ We are also collecting physical copies of Battle of the Books titles to build our school collection. Families can donate books directly from our Amazon wishlist—every book donated helps more students participate and fall in love with reading!

👉 Listen to the books by grade level:
🔗 https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1bhe8BQYR5A6VWioaRJf1n7Zo8xrAQh-iEskVTq-zOZg/edit?usp=sharing

👉 Donate a book from our Amazon wishlist:
🔗 https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2HA8A1XWZFPKP?ref_=wl_share

Thank you for supporting our readers and helping make Battle of the Books a success! 🐯📖

about 2 months ago, PSES

📚 A new reading adventure is coming to Pearl Sample! 📚

We’re excited to introduce Battle of the Books, our newest reading incentive led by Ms. Seeley, Mrs. Jones, and our amazing Reading Team!

Each grade band (K–1, 2–3, and 4–5) has been given a list of 6 exciting books. From now through Read Across America Week (March 2–6), students are encouraged to read as many of the books as they can—whether through print, ebooks, audiobooks, or read-alouds.

During Read Across America Week, classes will compete in a fun game to determine which students know the books best. Winning teams will advance to round two for a chance to become the grade-level champions! 🏆

📖 How families can help:
We’re looking to build our collection and would love your support! Please consider donating a book from our Amazon Wishlist so all students can participate and fall in love with reading. https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2HA8A1XWZFPKP?ref_=wl_share

Thank you for helping us make reading exciting for our Tigers! 🐯💙

2 months ago, PSES

Attendance matters! 🐯
January Tiger Tracks Attendance is underway, and we’re just a few students away from reaching our goal of 630 students with good attendance!
Every day counts—keep coming to school and you could be entered into our monthly drawing! 🎟️✨

2 months ago, PSES

The PTO is hosting a Spirit Night at Steak N Cheese on Wednesday from 3-8pm! A portion of sales will benefit Pearl Sample!

2 months ago, PSES

On December 11th, author Layton Scarbrough visited Pearl Sample! He read his new book, The Gingerbread Rex and taught us how to draw!

3 months ago, PSES

Culpeper County Schools will open 2 hours late tomorrow, Monday, December 15, 2025.

Essential personnel and custodians report on time, all other personnel report 2 hours late.

3 months ago, Culpeper County Public Schools