Tappahannock Elementary School

🌟 October Students of the Month! 🌟
Congratulations to our amazing TES students who were recognized for showing our school expectations every day—being Respectful, Responsible, and Ready to Learn! We are so proud of the hard work and positive example you set for others. Keep up the great work! 💛

Thank you to everyone who came to the Scholastic Book Fair and our schoolwide Literacy Night! 📚✨📖📗

Picture Day is October 10th!! 😁📸

Join us for our Literacy Night and Book fair on October 2nd!! 📚📖

📚✨ Attendance Matters! ✨📚
At Essex County Public Schools, we know that showing up every day helps our scholars stand out and succeed! 💜💛

✅ Encourage your scholar to attend school on time
✅ Communicate with us if challenges arise
✅ Schedule appointments outside school hours when possible

Together, we can keep our scholars on the path to excellence! 🌟

💛 We had the BEST time celebrating Grandparents Day at TES! 💛

From poems and drum performances to a sweet video about why students love their grandparents- and special classroom visits- it was a day full of smiles, love, and memories. Thank you to all who joined us! ✨

🚨 New at Tappahannock Elementary! 🚨
We are excited to announce the launch of our TES Safety Patrol Program for 4th grade students! 🎉

Our Safety Patrols will serve as leaders and role models, helping keep our hallways safe during arrival and dismissal. To be chosen, students must demonstrate our school expectations daily:
⭐ Be Respectful
⭐ Be Responsible
⭐ Be Ready to Learn

We can’t wait to see our students step into this leadership role! Please help us welcome our first group of Safety Patrols!! 💙

🎉 Join us for Open House on August 7th from 5–7 PM! We can’t wait to see you!

The Essex County School Board is seeking a candidate from the Central Voting District to serve on the School Board. If interested, please submit a letter of interest and resume to: Sharon Saunders, Clerk Essex County School Board P.O. Box 756 Tappahannock, VA 22560 or Email to ssaunders@essex.k12.va.us. Deadline to submit is June 27, 2025.

The Essex County School Board is seeking to appoint a candidate from the Central Voting District to serve out a resigning member’s term on the School Board. If interested, please submit a letter of interest and resume to: Sharon Saunders, Clerk Essex County School Board P.O. Box 756 Tappahannock, VA 22560 or Email to ssaunders@essex.k12.va.us. Deadline to submit is June 27, 2025.

There will be a Special Called meeting of the Essex County School Board on Monday, June 16, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Essex County School Board Office Complex.

Dr. Marvin Jones has been appointed as the Superintendent of Schools for Essex County, bringing with him more than 33 years of distinguished service and leadership in public education. A dedicated educator and administrator, Dr. Jones holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Delaware State University, a Master’s degree in School Administration and Supervision from Bowie State University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Dr. Jones began his career as an elementary school teacher in Prince George’s County, Maryland, where he served for eight years before advancing to Vice Principal in Charles County. Over the next 13 years, he held key leadership positions, including serving as Principal at multiple schools and later Executive Director of Schools, where he played a pivotal role in opening Charles County’s newest high school and successfully guiding a middle school through uniquely significant challenges. His exceptional leadership earned him the prestigious James E. Richmond Leadership in Excellence Award in 2019. Prior to his appointment in Essex County Public Schools, Dr. Jones served as Chief of Schools for Charles County Public Schools, overseeing the daily operations of 43 schools, county-wide extracurricular programs, and critical departments such as School Safety and Security, Student Engagement and Conduct, and Community Engagement and Equity. Recognized for his motivational speaking and commitment to equity, he was featured in African American Pride Magazine (2019) for his contributions to education. As Superintendent, Dr. Jones is committed to advancing Essex County’s “Pathways to Excellence” vision, ensuring the district reaches new heights in academic achievement and operational quality. Beyond his professional accomplishments, he is an active member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, and a devoted husband and father of three.

Announcement A Special Called Closed Session School Board Meeting will be held on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Essex County School Board Office.

Dear Families, We want to take a moment to sincerely apologize for any errors in names or details that may have appeared in this year’s yearbook. While great care was taken in compiling and reviewing the content—including multiple rounds of proofreading—we recognize that mistakes still occurred, and we understand how disappointing that can be. We know how meaningful the yearbook is for students and families, and it’s heartbreaking to think that such a special keepsake may not fully reflect the names and memories that matter most. Looking ahead, we are already brainstorming improvements to make next year’s yearbook process even stronger!!!

🎓✨ Today, our halls were filled with inspiration! Seniors from Essex High School returned to Tappahannock Elementary in their caps and gowns, and our students cheered them on every step of the way. Congratulations, to the Class of 2025!

🎉✨ Let's celebrate our amazing Students of the Month for May! 🌟 These students have truly stood out with their dedication, positive behavior, and respect for others. They’ve excelled in every area—showing kindness, being great citizens at school and on the bus, and putting in the effort to achieve success. 🙌 Join us in applauding their hard work and commitment! We are so proud of you all! 🎉👏

On Friday, our students and staff lined the sidewalks to cheer on the Virginia Run for the Fallen as they passed by TES! With loud cheers and posters held high, our school community showed heartfelt support for the heroes being honored.