In observance of Independence Day, all Culpeper County Public Schools offices and schools will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026.

We wish our students, families, staff, and community a safe and happy Fourth of July weekend! ❤️🤍💙
about 1 hour ago, Culpeper County Public Schools
Graphic with an American flag and fireworks. It reads "Culpeper County Public Schools Will Be CLOSED FRIDAY, JULY 3, 2026."
Big congratulations to the homerooms with the BEST attendance for the month of April! 🎉👏

As a reward, students got the chance to “Tat the Teacher” this week — and let’s just say there were some very creative temporary tattoos involved! 😄🎨

Check out Mrs. Gomez's new ink! Our students loved every minute of it! ❤️

Thank you to all of our students and families for making attendance a priority. Every day counts! 📚✨

#AttendanceMatters #SchoolFun #TatTheTeacher #StudentSuccess #BestAttendance
about 2 months ago, Yowell Elementary School
Woman sitting in chair with children; one child holding woman's hand, smiling. Background shows chairs, tables, and toys.
A woman with a mermaid face painting on her forehead smiles, wearing a green shirt and a black necklace.
Teacher in green holds a blue object, surrounded by three children. A man in a blue jacket stands behind her. Behind them, a classroom with posters and a computer.
Mrs. Frack’s Pre-K students are having lots of fun reviewing all the letters of the alphabet with their ABC Countdown! Last week they celebrated the letters Mm- Mismatch Day, Nn- Necklaces & Neckties Day, Oo- Oreo Day, Pp- Picnic Day, and Qq- Quench Our Thirst with Lemonade Day. Many thanks to all of the families who donated supplies and treats for the ABC Countdown fun!
about 2 months ago, Yowell Elementary School
Classroom with children at desks, drinking from cups. Some hold white papers, others sit with adults.
a group of preschool aged students sit on blankets outside of the school and have a picnic lunch
A group of children sits in a row on mulch in a school parking lot. Two adults stand behind them.
eight preschool students pose for a picture showing off their necklaces for the letter N day
six preschool aged students stand against a classroom wall and pose for a picture in their mismatched outfits for M day
Stallion Singer Concert! 🎶✨ The talent, energy, and passion on that stage were absolutely unforgettable. Every performance brought something special, and it was amazing to see our students shine so brightly. A huge THANK YOU to Mrs. Pratt for all of her hard work, dedication, and countless hours spent making this event such a success. Your commitment truly made the night magical for everyone involved! 💙 So proud of all our performers—you made it a night to remember! 🐎🎤
about 2 months ago, Yowell Elementary School
A large group of fourth and fifth grade students in blue T-shirts that read stallion singers pose on a stage after their spring concert
Our 5th graders have been hard at work in art class exploring fiber arts! 🧵✨
Mrs. Korona has been teaching students basic sewing techniques, and they’ve been putting those skills to use by designing and creating their very own “ugly dolls,” inspired by the movie! Each project is full of personality, creativity, and a lot of careful stitching.
We’re so proud of their focus, problem-solving, and willingness to try something new—these creations are as unique as the artists themselves!
about 2 months ago, Yowell Elementary School
Two girls sit at a table with craft supplies, smiling. The table has scissors, paper cutouts, and other craft materials. Behind them are wooden cabinets and a shelf with books and a jar.
A student wearing a blue hoodie and glasses sits at a table, smiling while holding a blue paper craft.
A young boy in a classroom holds a yellow paper craft of a monster, wearing glasses. Behind him, a person sits at a sink. A desk holds scissors.
Girl with glasses, braids, and overalls holds purple paper cutout with a star. Table with papers and scissors.
Two girls seated at a table. One holds scissors, the other holds thread. Both work on crafts.
A boy in a pink shirt sits at a wooden table holding a blue craft. Items include scissors, a marker, and a pencil on the table. Behind him, a sink and cabinets are visible.
Walking Club was a huge success! Students enjoyed lots of laughs, great conversations, and a fun time spent together while building healthy habits. Along the way, they learned about the importance of nutrition and staying active. To celebrate their accomplishment, students earned a water bottle sticker for each mile they walked. Mrs. Dillon and Mrs. Wheeler loved reconnecting with former students and hope this is a healthy habit that continues to grow!
about 2 months ago, Yowell Elementary School
Three boys in a field hold blue bottles aloft; one wears a red shirt, another a black shirt with cartoon characters, and the third a blue shirt.
Five children wearing casual clothes walking and dancing on a grassy field with trees in the background.
Four individuals walk on a sidewalk, with a house and trees in the background. The woman in white holds a pink bottle.
Children walking on a sidewalk, one with a white jacket and another in a red jacket.
The Yowell Elementary Stallion Singers are ready to shine! Come celebrate tomorrow night all the hard work and beautiful music our choir has been preparing this year.

📅 May 5th
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Yowell Elementary Gym

Our talented Stallions will be performing a variety of songs they’ve worked on throughout the year and you won’t want to miss it!

Bring your friends and family and help us cheer on our amazing singers. It’s going to be a fantastic evening full of music and a whole lot of fun! 🎤✨

about 2 months ago, Yowell Elementary School
Spring concert poster for Yowell Elementary School’s “Stallion Singers.” Blue background with musical notes and a treble clef. Text reads: “Spring Concert, May 5th at 6:00 PM, Yowell Gym.”
Were your kiddos wondering why Mrs. Malone and a few other staff members looked like they were ready for the beach yesterday? 🏖️😎

Nope, we didn’t all suddenly win the lottery (though we wouldn’t complain)… it was our underground spirit day! 🌴

While the students were focused on their learning, some of us were secretly channeling summer vibes—think flip-flops, bright colors, and “mentally already on vacation” energy. ☀️

Don’t worry—we were still teaching, just with a little extra sunshine in our step. Who says you can’t review math facts while dreaming of ocean waves? 🌊📚
2 months ago, Yowell Elementary School
Two teachers stand in a school hallway outside a classroom doorway, smiling and dressed in beach-themed outfits. Both wear wide-brimmed sun hats and carry large striped tote bags that read “Beach Not Teaching.” One wears a blue patterned dress, and the other wears a striped top with red shorts and sandals. Classroom signs, student name displays, and a “Welcome” sign are visible on the walls.
A teacher sits in a folding beach chair in a school hallway, wearing a sun hat, sunglasses, and a blue patterned dress. She has her legs crossed and is reading a book, with a striped tote bag beside her that says “Beach Not Teaching.” Classroom decorations and student work line the wall behind her.
A teacher stands in a school hallway near a classroom door, dressed in a blue patterned dress with a sun hat and sunglasses. She holds a striped tote bag labeled “Beach Not Teaching” and carries a folded beach chair and towel over her shoulder. Colorful student artwork and classroom labels are displayed on the wall nearby.
Our 5th grade band students have had an incredible year of growth, dedication, and musical achievement! Under the direction of Mrs. Roach, CMS Band Director, these young musicians have worked hard to learn new skills, build confidence, and create something truly special together.

We are so proud of all they’ve accomplished—and we can’t wait for you to hear them perform!

Join us for the Spring Band Concert on May 7th at 6:00 PM in the CCHS Auditorium. Come out and support these amazing students as they showcase their hard work and talent!
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2 months ago, Yowell Elementary School
A fifth grade student sits in a music classroom playing a trumpet, focused on their sheet music while seated on a chair on a colorful rug.
A band director stands at the front of a music classroom conducting a small group of fifth grade students seated in a circle with music stands and instruments.
Several fifth grade students sit in a music classroom playing instruments, including clarinet and trumpet, while reading from sheet music on stands.
A student sits on a chair in a music room playing a flute, holding the instrument horizontally while looking toward a music stand.
A fifth grade student sits and plays a trumpet in a classroom, concentrating on their instrument with a case and colorful seating blocks behind them.
A student sits in a music classroom playing a clarinet, holding the instrument upright while reading sheet music on a stand nearby.
Even though their field trip was canceled because of the weather, Mrs. S. Nicholson’s Firsties turned today into an unforgettable adventure right in their classroom!
The amazing chaperones stepped in to lead hands-on science fun and story time. They created lava lamps, watched rice “dance,” made sunsets in a bag, and even saw rain fall inside a jar. They also crafted colorful butterflies and had a blast competing in Minute to Win It games.
So many smiles. So many giggles. Days like this remind us—being 6 or 7 really is the best! 💛
2 months ago, Yowell Elementary School
Young boy smiling at a classroom desk while another child holds up a plastic bag with a yellow liquid mixture during a hands-on science activity.
tudent with glasses leans sideways at a desk to closely observe a clear cup with a cloudy liquid while other children and teachers work in the background.
Student tilts a black container to their eye as if looking through it during a classroom experiment, with desks and supplies behind them.
Glass jar filled with clear liquid topped with white foam and dark blue dye dripping downward, demonstrating a science experiment.
Teacher and student wearing lab coats stand behind a table with jars, cups, and liquids, preparing to demonstrate a science activity.
Two students at separate desks use red cups to move or stack white cotton balls as part of a classroom activity.
Teacher in a lab coat smiles while holding a bottle of liquid next to a student, both standing behind a table set up for a science demonstration.
Student in a lab coat stirs a green liquid in a cup while a teacher stands nearby observing.
Adult and child sit together smiling and holding a book titled “How to Babysit a Grandma.”
Large group of students pose together in a classroom holding small craft projects, smiling for a group photo in front of a decorated bulletin board.
We had a wonderful couple of visits from the Virginia Cooperative Extension here at Yowell! 🎉

They spent time with our students sharing the importance of healthy eating and even brought along some delicious, easy-to-make snacks for everyone to enjoy. Our students loved getting to taste and learn about nutritious options that are simple enough to make at home.

Thank you to the Virginia Cooperative Extension for supporting our school community and helping our students build healthy habits that will last a lifetime!

Want to try these tasty snacks at home? Here are the recipes we enjoyed:
🥣 Banana Pudding in a Bag
🥤 Green Smoothie
🍓 Berry Jams Party Bites
🍨 Yogurt Fruit Crunch

Give them a try and let us know your favorite! 💚
2 months ago, Yowell Elementary School
Banana Pudding in a Bag (Recipe Flyer) Alt text: “Flyer titled ‘Eat Smart • Move More: Banana Pudding in a Bag.’ Includes a 5-minute recipe using banana, applesauce, yogurt, and granola. Directions show mixing ingredients in a resealable bag and squeezing into bowls. Nutrition facts and tips are displayed, along with an image of bananas and pudding.”
Green Smoothie (Recipe Flyer) Alt text: “Flyer titled ‘Eat Smart • Move More: Green Smoothie.’ A 5–10 minute recipe with spinach, orange juice, bananas, and berries. Directions describe blending ingredients in stages. Includes nutrition facts, tips about ingredient substitutions, and an image of a green smoothie with bananas and spinach.”
Berry Jams Party Bites (Recipe Flyer) Alt text: “Flyer titled ‘Eat Smart • Move More: Berry Jams Party Bites.’ A quick recipe using an English muffin, apple butter, peanut butter, and fruit. Directions show toasting and topping the muffin. Includes nutrition facts, tips for substitutions, and an image of fruit-topped muffin halves.”
Yogurt Fruit Crunch (Recipe Flyer) Alt text: “Flyer titled ‘Eat Smart • Move More: Yogurt Fruit Crunch.’ A 10-minute recipe with fruit, yogurt, and granola. Step-by-step images show layering fruit, yogurt, and granola in a bowl. Includes nutrition facts and a photo of the finished parfait.”
On Friday, our entire school had a special opportunity to gather in the gym for an exciting STEM moment—candling our 60 eggs! 🐣

Thanks to the generosity of our local 4-H program, students were able to observe the development inside each egg and learn more about the incubation process. There was so much curiosity and excitement as students watched closely, asked questions, and made predictions about what they could see.

Experiences like this bring science to life in a meaningful way, connecting our students to real-world learning and our local community. We are so grateful to 4-H for helping make this hands-on learning experience possible!
2 months ago, Yowell Elementary School
A student gently reaches out to touch a small chicken being held by an adult in a gymnasium. The adult supports the bird while the student observes closely.
A student smiles while reaching toward a chicken being held securely by an adult. The interaction takes place in a gymnasium setting.
A large group of students sits on a gym floor facing a stage, watching a projected image of an egg being candled on a screen under a “Yowell Elementary” sign.
An adult holds a small chicken while a young student points toward it, observing closely during a hands-on learning activity in the gym.
A student wearing a red, white, and blue dress gently touches a chicken held by an adult, engaging in a supervised, hands-on learning experience.
Students sit on the gym floor watching a live demonstration of egg candling projected onto a large screen on stage.
A close-up view shows students seated on the floor, focused on a projected image of an egg being candled, highlighting details inside the egg.
This morning, Mrs. Sodano’s class visited Mrs. Dugger’s STEM Lab for an exciting and challenging breakout experience! Students worked collaboratively, using so much of what they’ve learned throughout the year to solve clues, think critically, and unlock each step of the challenge.

Their mission? To successfully “break out” and release the Declaration of Independence before the British invasion! Through teamwork, perseverance, and problem-solving, students pieced everything together and completed their mission just in time—celebrating by “signing” the Declaration themselves.

It was incredible to see their knowledge come to life in such a fun, hands-on way. Great work, everyone!
2 months ago, Yowell Elementary School
Students work together at a table in a classroom, focusing on a locked box and printed clues. One student leans in closely while using a combination lock as others observe and assist.
Two students collaborate at a desk, using a key and lock to open a small black box while reviewing written instructions and materials spread across the table. Other classmates sit and watch in the background.
A small group of students gathers around a table, reading clues and manipulating locks on a black box as part of a classroom breakout activity. Additional students work in groups at tables behind them.
Four students stand around a table, working together to solve a lock puzzle using printed clues and materials. A classroom wall behind them displays STEM and “4 Cs” posters emphasizing critical thinking and collaboration.
Two students sit side by side at a classroom table, working together to read a textbook and review printed materials. One student points to a page while the other follows along, as additional groups collaborate at tables in the background.
Congratulations to our incredible Culpeper County Public Schools staff members celebrating 5, 10, 15 and 25 years of service. You are the heart of our schools. The ones who show up early, stay late, and give your best even when no one is watching. Because of you, students feel seen, supported, and safe. Because of you, families trust us. Because of you, our community grows stronger. Thank you for every year, every effort, and every ounce of heart you’ve shared with CCPS.
2 months ago, Terra Ward
Collage of five images of people with gold stars and text labels. Years served: 5, 5, 5, 5, 10, 10.
A celebratory collage featuring seven staff members, each shown in individual Polaroid‑style frames. Each person is holding a gift or recognition item while standing in indoor school settings such as classrooms, offices, or libraries. Gold and white stars decorate the background. The frames are labeled with their years of service: several read “10 years,” one reads “15 years,” and one reads “25 years.” The overall design highlights staff members being honored for their long‑term dedication and service.
REMINDER: SOL testing next week
2 months ago, Terra Ward
A decorative announcement with a white background and scattered blue star confetti along the bottom and left side. A gold glitter star in the top left corner reads “Don’t Forget!”. The heading in light blue cursive says “SOL test dates.” Below it, black text lists the testing schedule: — April 28: Reading 4th & 5th — April 29: Reading 3rd — May 5: Math 4th & 5th — May 6: Math 3rd — May 8: Virginia Studies 4th — Science 5th

These ladies not only handle the important, everyday tasks that ensure a quality school day but they are also known as the following: band-aid distributor, triage nurse, master of the copy machine, lunch count fixer, money handler, bus change coordinator, parent phone-call traffic control, substitute teacher wrangler, calendar keeper, package receiver, attendance detective, and building-wide problem solver. We couldn't do what we do everyday without them

2 months ago, Terra Ward
A celebratory graphic featuring a photo of three women standing outside a brick building with windows and greenery behind them. Colorful floral illustrations frame the image. At the top, text reads “Happy Administrative Professionals Week.” Below the photo, a pink ribbon banner says “Yowell Elementary School.” Additional text underneath thanks the three women for their patience, problem‑solving, smiles, and the heart they bring to the school, ending with “We’re lucky to have you!”
And just like that, Mrs. Gibson's 5th grade Study Skills Group has come to an end!

From cleaning out and organizing our folders and desks, to sharpening test-taking strategies, building realistic self-care plans, and discovering new ways to study, this group has been all about growth and confidence. Students celebrated their achievements with cotton candy flavored popsicles.

2 months ago, Yowell Elementary School
A group of four elementary-aged students sitting around a table in a classroom, smiling and holding up red, white, and blue popsicles; papers, pencils, and wrappers are on the table, with coats and bags hanging on the wall behind them.
Attention 5th Grade Parents! We need your help!
2 months ago, Terra Ward
Un volante escolar dirigido a los padres de estudiantes de quinto grado de Yowell Elementary, fechado en marzo de 2026. Informa que se está creando una presentación de diapositivas para honrar a los estudiantes que terminan quinto grado y solicita que las familias envíen una foto de su hijo o hija cuando era bebé o pequeño antes del 30 de abril. Las fotos pueden enviarse por correo electrónico a la Sra. Dugger (kdugger@ccpsweb.org) o entregarse en persona para escanearlas, incluyendo el nombre del estudiante y el maestro. En la parte inferior aparecen dos ilustraciones de bebés sonrientes y el texto “SAY CHEESE!”.
A school flyer addressed to parents of Yowell Elementary fifth‑grade students, dated March 2026. It explains that the school is creating a slideshow to honor fifth‑grade graduates and asks families to submit a baby or young‑child photo of their student by April 30. Photos may be emailed to Mrs. Dugger at kdugger@ccpsweb.org or sent in to be scanned, with the student’s name and teacher included. At the bottom are two cartoon baby illustrations and the phrase “SAY CHEESE!”

From research to sidewalk science! Last week, students in Miss Marples' class reviewed the planets, then created a life-sized chalk solar system complete with fun facts. 🚀🪐

2 months ago, Yowell Elementary School
Students kneel on the sidewalk drawing and labeling planets with chalk, adding details and fun facts as part of a hands-on solar system lesson.
Children spread out along a curb outside the school, each drawing a planet in chalk and writing a fact, continuing a classroom activity about the solar system.
Elementary students work together on a sidewalk, using chalk to draw a large planet and write facts after researching the solar system in class.
Groups of students create chalk drawings of planets inside large circles on the sidewalk, with research papers nearby, combining science learning with outdoor art.
Sidewalk outside a school building covered in colorful chalk drawings of the planets arranged in order like the solar system, created by students during an outdoor science activity.
If your student(s) is choosing the DANCE, please send the form and exact cash or check on or before May 1st.
2 months ago, Terra Ward
A colorful flyer for the “Someone Special Dance” at Yowell Elementary. The background features bright yellow, pink, and purple decorations, including a hanging disco ball, stars, and abstract shapes. The text announces the event on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. There are blank lines for student name, teacher, grade, and total amount due. The entry fee is $10 per person, with an option to contact the school to pay by credit card. A note explains that the fee includes a DJ, snacks and sweets, a craft, and a photo booth. The flyer ends with the message: “Bring your someone special and have a fancy night together.”
Un volante colorido que anuncia el “Baile con Alguien Especial” en Yowell Elementary. El diseño tiene un fondo brillante con tonos amarillos, rosados y morados, decorado con un disco de espejos colgante, estrellas y formas abstractas festivas. El texto indica que el evento será el viernes 8 de mayo de 2026, de 5:30 a 7:00 p.m. Incluye espacios en blanco para escribir el nombre del estudiante, maestro y grado, así como el monto total a pagar. El costo es de $10 por persona, con la opción de contactar a la escuela para pagar con tarjeta de crédito. También menciona que la entrada incluye DJ, refrigerios y dulces, manualidades y una cabina de fotos. El volante termina con el mensaje: “Traiga a su ‘alguien especial’ y disfruten una noche elegante juntos.”