Pittsfield South Elementary School

The Pikeland School District will once again be offering preschool screenings in March. In order to be considered for enrollment in the Pikeland Preschool Program or PACT Head Start, a screening is required. Current students do not need a second screening.

Families are encouraged to schedule appointments soon as spots fill up quickly.

Please contact Gretchen Petty at South School with any questions.

Thank you,
Mrs. Allen

South School Snapshot - January 11, 2026

Congratulations to Mrs. Wessel's Kindergarten students who donated the most food items for this year's PHS Food and Toy Drive! The students celebrated with a pizza party sponsored by the Little Braves Boosters. Thank you to all of the families who helped make this year's South School Food Drive and Cereal Box Challenge a success! Mrs. Allen

The South School teachers are beyond grateful for the continued support shown by Eagle Valley Bank. This week each teacher was gifted an Amazon gift card in recognition of their dedication to education.

Thank you to all of the friends, families, and community members who attended the Kindergarten and 1st Grade Christmas programs today. Both groups did an amazing job under the direction of Mrs. Leppert! Next up are the 2nd Grade students who will have their Christmas program this Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at the PHS auditorium. We hope to see you there! Mrs. Allen

The big question at South on Friday was 'Are you Team Grinch or Team Santa?'

South School Snapshot - 12/14/25

This week South School had the first of four family opportunities focused on providing resources and opportunities to help strengthen family connections. To get the evening started, families were provided the ingredients and recipe to make Grinch Fluff, both at the event and at home, which resulted in messy fun for all! The families were then separated with the kids participating in Christmas themed activities in the gym while the parents were presented information on Emotional Awareness and the impact extended screen time can have on a child's brain. Mr. Heafner also demonstrated how students at South are taught to work through conflict. A big thank you to The Tracy Family Foundation who is responsible for this funding opportunity. Additionally, we are grateful to all of the families who chose to spend their evening laughing and learning with us. Finally, I want to recognize Kristi Heafner, Maggie Martin, Jennifer Wessel, and Kate Marable for all of the prep time that was put in to making this night impactful for everyone involved. Mrs. Allen

South School Announcements!

Thursday, December 11 - SIP Day, 1:20 p.m. dismissal - No afternoon preschool class

Friday, December 12 - Grinch vs. Santa Day

South School Snapshot - Week of December 8, 2025

Mrs. Allen

Pizza & Pajamas with Santa was a huge success! The Little Braves Boosters went out of their way to create an event that was sure to make memories. A big thank you to the Little Braves Boosters, the community businesses who helped sponsor the event, all of the parent and South School staff volunteers, the families who joined us, and of course a big thank you to Santa! Mrs. Allen

South School Pajama Day!

Sometimes you just need a break from the routine! Last week students spent library time doing STEM activities and creating artwork for the upcoming Pizza and Pajamas with Santa event. Thank you to Mrs. Petty and Miss Sydnee for providing these types of opportunities for our Little Braves.

We appreciate all that you do!
Mrs. Allen

Mrs. Oitker's Kindergarten incorporated Thanksgiving into their learning by playing a CVC Thanksgiving game and were then surprised with a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving for snack!

Mrs. Wessel's Kindergarten students enjoyed adding Thanksgiving themed activities into their day!

Dear South School 1st and 2nd Grade Families,

The 1st and 2nd grade Gianni's fundraiser pick up is this evening. The doors will open promptly at 5:00 p.m. and will close promptly at 6:00 p.m. All items must be picked up during this time due to lack of freezer space.

Thank you for supporting the South School students and staff.

Mrs. Allen

South School Snapshot - Week of November 23, 2025