Dear Patriots—
This is an important message from Dr. Brenda Russ, Principal of Hugh Mercer Elementary School. I hope everyone's had a great weekend. Wow, can you believe we close out April this week? You know what that means... we are getting closer to SOL tests, end of year assessments, and events!
Here are the updates for this week:
We will host our 1st Annual SOL Pep Rally for Grades 3-5 tomorrow, Monday, April 27th at 1:30 PM. We look forward to having our K-2nd graders cheer on our Grades 3-5 students. A HUGE THANK YOU to Mr. Griffin and Mrs. Silver for their support in making this happen for our students!
5th graders begin their SOLs this week!
We are still collecting snack donations to give to our students on SOL testing days! SOL testing days could be long and taxing. Help us make sure every student has a snack. Refer to flyer: SOL Snacks Donations Flyer- 2026
As shared previously, we are seeing an uptick in unsafe and unruly behaviors that do not align with our Patriots' Core Values. Help us reinforce the Patriots' Core Values (perseverance, achievement, tenacity, respect, integrity, optimism, teamwork, and safety) at home. Students who engage in behaviors that violate the Student Code of Conduct, will receive consequences. School is a place of learning and growing.
Other Important Announcements:
Yearbooks are Here—Don't Miss Out!
It's time to lock in those memories! Our school yearbook is now available for pre-order online and trust us... this is one you won't want to miss!
Prefer paper? No problem! Order forms are available in the front office for your convenience.
Payment Options: Cash or checks are accepted
Please make checks payable to Hugh Mercer Elementary School.
From fun events to special moments, this yearbook is packed with memories your child will love looking back on for years to come.
Secure your copy today!
Join us for Summer Scholars 2026: "Discover Our World!"
Registration is now open for our three-week summer enrichment program held at Lafayette Elementary from July 7-24. Students will participate in hands-on inquiry and outdoor exploration focused on our environment!
How to Register: Registration links and program details have been posted to ParentSquare by your child’s homeroom teacher. Please check your ParentSquare "Posts" to secure your student's spot today! If you do not see the post, please contact your child’s homeroom teacher directly.
Looking Ahead...
Refer to the SOL schedule below:
April 28: 5th grade IRW
May 5: Grades 3-5 Reading
May 7: 4th Grade VA Studies and 5th Grade Science
May 14: Grades 3-5 Mathematics
As always, do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. Today and always, Go Patriots!
Dr. Russ, Principal