Our Fall Book Fair is creeping into campus October 27th–31st! 🦇✨
Students will visit during their scheduled lunch times—check out the graphic below to see when your child’s class will attend.
🕸️ The Book Fair will close at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 31st, so don’t miss your chance to grab some spooktacular reads!
#EESTigers #OneTeamOneGoalExcellence #BookFair #ReadingIsMagic
Students will visit during their scheduled lunch times—check out the graphic below to see when your child’s class will attend.
🕸️ The Book Fair will close at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 31st, so don’t miss your chance to grab some spooktacular reads!
#EESTigers #OneTeamOneGoalExcellence #BookFair #ReadingIsMagic
Red Bus will be running late again in the morning due to not having a driver to cover the route. We ask that if you have any way to get your child to school by an alternate route in the morning please do so. We apologize for the inconvenience and we will update you during the day tomorrow in regards to the afternoon route.
Red Bus will run its normal route this afternoon. We will keep you updated about Tuesday morning!
Red Bus will be running late Monday morning October 20, due to not having a driver to cover the route. We apologize for any inconvenience this causes. If you are able we ask that if your child rides rides bus to try and find another way of transportation for them in the morning. Again, we apologize for the inconvenience!
‼️Due to not having a driver to cover the Red Bus route this afternoon, Friday October 17 it will be running late. If your child rides Red Bus driven by Coach Johnson, we encourage you to try and make arrangements to pick up your child after school. We also do not have a driver for this bus on Monday morning also at this time.‼️
📘 Q1 Report Cards Go Home Today!
Elba Elementary families — Quarter 1 report cards are going home today, Wednesday, October 15th, in Wednesday Folders.
Please take a few minutes to review your child’s progress and celebrate their hard work this quarter!
Elba Elementary families — Quarter 1 report cards are going home today, Wednesday, October 15th, in Wednesday Folders.
Please take a few minutes to review your child’s progress and celebrate their hard work this quarter!
📚✨ Belated Coaches Appreciation Post! 🏈📖
We may be a little late, but our appreciation for our coaches —academic and athletic —is year-round!
To our amazing Math, Reading, and PE Coaches, thank you for pouring your hearts into our students every day. You lead with dedication, teach with passion, and inspire everyone around you to give their best, on the field and in the classroom!
You truly are the best of the best, and we are so thankful for all you do for our Tigers!
#CoachAppreciation #ElbaPride #TigerStrong #BestOfTheBest
We may be a little late, but our appreciation for our coaches —academic and athletic —is year-round!
To our amazing Math, Reading, and PE Coaches, thank you for pouring your hearts into our students every day. You lead with dedication, teach with passion, and inspire everyone around you to give their best, on the field and in the classroom!
You truly are the best of the best, and we are so thankful for all you do for our Tigers!
#CoachAppreciation #ElbaPride #TigerStrong #BestOfTheBest
🎀 Red Ribbon Week 2025 🎀
Elba Elementary School will be celebrating October 27th – 31st with fun themed dress-up days to promote living a drug-free life! ❤️
📅 Our Theme Days:
🔴 Monday: “We are proud to be drug-free at EES!” – Wear RED!
🤠 Tuesday: “Give Drugs the Boot!” – Wear your best cowboy attire!
😴 Wednesday: “Follow Your Dreams!” – Wear pajamas!
🧦 Thursday: “Sock It to Drugs!” – Wear crazy socks!
🐯 Friday: “Tigers are Drug-Free!” – Show your Tiger pride in Elba gear!
This week is sponsored by the Elba Elementary Peer Helpers as we join together to celebrate making healthy, drug-free choices every day! 💪✨
#ElbaElementary #RedRibbonWeek #DrugFreeLooksGoodOnMe #EESTigers
Elba Elementary School will be celebrating October 27th – 31st with fun themed dress-up days to promote living a drug-free life! ❤️
📅 Our Theme Days:
🔴 Monday: “We are proud to be drug-free at EES!” – Wear RED!
🤠 Tuesday: “Give Drugs the Boot!” – Wear your best cowboy attire!
😴 Wednesday: “Follow Your Dreams!” – Wear pajamas!
🧦 Thursday: “Sock It to Drugs!” – Wear crazy socks!
🐯 Friday: “Tigers are Drug-Free!” – Show your Tiger pride in Elba gear!
This week is sponsored by the Elba Elementary Peer Helpers as we join together to celebrate making healthy, drug-free choices every day! 💪✨
#ElbaElementary #RedRibbonWeek #DrugFreeLooksGoodOnMe #EESTigers
Mrs. Wicker’s sixth graders put their critical thinking to the test with a Digital Halloween Inference Escape Room! 👻
Students worked through five spooky challenges that required them to make inferences and use context clues to “escape.” Those who successfully made it out earned some well-deserved Halloween treats! 🍬🕵️♂️
Way to go, sixth grade , learning and fun all wrapped up in one frightfully good activity!
Students worked through five spooky challenges that required them to make inferences and use context clues to “escape.” Those who successfully made it out earned some well-deserved Halloween treats! 🍬🕵️♂️
Way to go, sixth grade , learning and fun all wrapped up in one frightfully good activity!
Our very own London Grantham will grace the stage at the Little Miss National Peanut Festival this weekend! 👑✨🥜
We are incredibly proud of the way you represent Elba with poise, kindness, and a radiant smile that lights up every room. 🌸
Go shine brightly, enjoy every moment, and know that your entire Elba family is cheering you on with pride and love. 💖🌟
Elba Elementary Hispanic Heritage Celebration! 🇲🇽🇪🇸🇨🇴🇨🇺
We’re so excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with our amazing students and families!
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Join the fun by wearing red (a native color) or a Hispanic-themed outfit to honor and celebrate the rich traditions, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic Americans.
Let’s fill the halls with color, pride, and joy as we celebrate the beauty of diversity at Elba Elementary!
#ElbaElementary #HispanicHeritageMonth #TigerPride #CelebrateCulture
We’re so excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with our amazing students and families!
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Join the fun by wearing red (a native color) or a Hispanic-themed outfit to honor and celebrate the rich traditions, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic Americans.
Let’s fill the halls with color, pride, and joy as we celebrate the beauty of diversity at Elba Elementary!
#ElbaElementary #HispanicHeritageMonth #TigerPride #CelebrateCulture
Elba Elementary Fall Festival 🍁
Join us for a night full of fun, food, and family!
📅 Thursday, October 16, 2025
🕕 6–8 PM
📍 Inside Elba Elementary School
Enjoy a Silent Auction, Hay Ride, Cake Walk, Bounce Houses, Face Painting, Games, and More!
🎟️ Tickets: $0.25 each or $15 for an Unlimited Armband (includes one Cake Walk or Haunted Hayride!)
🍔 Concessions available for purchase
✨ We need your help to make this event a success!
Parents and guardians can donate baked goods, cakes, 2-liter drinks, silent auction items, or volunteer for a 30-minute game shift. Return forms by October 8th!
Let’s make this a night to remember, Tiger Family!
Join us for the EES PTO Fall Festival Chili Cook-Off on October 16, 2025, from 6–8 PM!
Think your chili recipe has what it takes to win? 🍲
Enter for a chance to take home the Prize Basket and bragging rights as Elba’s Top Chili Chef!
👉 All chili will be available for purchase during the Fall Festival.
📞 Call or text BreAnn Green, PTO President, at 205-520-6132 to sign up — Hurry, spots are limited!
#ElbaElementary #FallFestival #ChiliCookOff #EveryChildShines #ElbaTigers #CommunityFun #BringTheHeat
Blue Bus will be running late Wednesday morning October 8, due to not having a driver to cover the route. We apologize for any inconvenience this causes. If you are able we ask that if your child rides blue bus to try and find another way of transportation for them in the morning. Again, we apologize for the inconvenience!
Important Announcement from Elba Elementary!
School will be in regular session on Friday, October 10th.
Please ensure your child is present and on time as we continue to learn and grow together!
Also, please note:
School will be CLOSED on Monday, October 13th, in observance of Columbus Day.
Enjoy the long weekend and stay safe!
#ElbaElementary #EveryChildShines #ElbaTigers #ImportantUpdate
School will be in regular session on Friday, October 10th.
Please ensure your child is present and on time as we continue to learn and grow together!
Also, please note:
School will be CLOSED on Monday, October 13th, in observance of Columbus Day.
Enjoy the long weekend and stay safe!
#ElbaElementary #EveryChildShines #ElbaTigers #ImportantUpdate
October is National Principals Month!
Elba City Schools proudly celebrates our incredible leaders who inspire and support our students and staff every day. Thank you to Jermaine Shakespeare (Elba High School), Kenya Martin (Elba Elementary), Christina Morgan (Elba Career Academy), and Marty Balkcom (Assistant Principal) for your dedication, vision, and commitment to excellence. Your leadership makes Elba stronger!
Blue Bus will be running late Monday morning October 6, due to not having a driver to cover the route. We apologize for any inconvenience this causes. If you are able we ask that if your child rides blue bus to try and find another way of transportation for them that morning. Again, we apologize for the inconvenience! This will only affect the morning route.
Transportation Notice – Monday, October 6
Please be advised that the Blue Bus may be delayed on Monday morning, October 6, due to a driver shortage. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to ensure all students arrive and return home safely.
Please be advised that the Blue Bus may be delayed on Monday morning, October 6, due to a driver shortage. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to ensure all students arrive and return home safely.
We are so proud to recognize our Students of the Month for September! These outstanding Tigers have consistently demonstrated exceptional qualities in the classroom by showing respect, responsibility, and kindness every day.
Each of these students sets a positive example for their peers and reminds us all what it means to lead with character and heart.
Congratulations to all of our outstanding honorees — we are proud of you and can’t wait to see how you continue to shine this school year!
#ElbaElementary #EveryChildShines #TigerPride #StudentOfTheMonth #SeptemberSuperstars
Each of these students sets a positive example for their peers and reminds us all what it means to lead with character and heart.
Congratulations to all of our outstanding honorees — we are proud of you and can’t wait to see how you continue to shine this school year!
#ElbaElementary #EveryChildShines #TigerPride #StudentOfTheMonth #SeptemberSuperstars
Please join us in celebrating Violet Niles, Elba Elementary’s Integrity Award recipient for the month of September!
Violet consistently shows strong character, honesty, and respect for others. Whether it’s helping a classmate, following through on her word, or making the right choice when it counts, she leads by example every single day.
We are so proud of you, Violet! Keep shining bright and showing what it means to be a true Elba Tiger!
#SeptemberAwardWinner #IntegrityMatters #ElbaElementary #EveryChildShines #TigerPride #ElbaTigers
Violet consistently shows strong character, honesty, and respect for others. Whether it’s helping a classmate, following through on her word, or making the right choice when it counts, she leads by example every single day.
We are so proud of you, Violet! Keep shining bright and showing what it means to be a true Elba Tiger!
#SeptemberAwardWinner #IntegrityMatters #ElbaElementary #EveryChildShines #TigerPride #ElbaTigers
