On Friday, April 18th, our third-grade students showcased their creativity and hard work during the much-anticipated Annual Wax Museum. Families, friends, and faculty gathered in the school cafeteria to witness a spectacular display of historical figures brought to life by our Terriers.
Dressed in costumes that represented their chosen figures, each student took on the role of a notable character, ranging from famous inventors and artists to influential leaders. The students spent weeks researching their figures, learning about their contributions to society, and practicing their presentations.
As attendees explored the exhibits, they were greeted by a variety of characters who shared fascinating insights about their lives and achievements. From athletes like Michael Jordan to civil rights leaders such as Malala Yousafzai, the students exhibited not only their knowledge but also their passion for history.
The event not only highlighted the students' academic achievements but also fostered confidence and public speaking skills. Our First Annual Wax Museum was a huge success and a memorable experience for all involved. We look forward to next year’s event and can’t wait to see what our future third graders will bring to the stage!
🤖 Our first Lego Robotics Team, the Tyger River Elementary Roboterriers, is competed in their first LEGO Robotics competition today! 🏆
After months of hard work, creativity, and teamwork, our young engineers are ready to showcase their skills and innovation. From building to programming, they’ve put their hearts and minds into every step of the project. They also got to learn more about the Byrnes High School Vex Robotics Program!
After competing in four challenges, they came home with a silver medal! 🛠️✨
Great job, Roboterriers! 💪💙 #Roboterriers #LEGOrobotics #STEM #FutureEngineers #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork
There is still time to support our fundraiser! We hope to see you there!
🌟 Today, on Administrative Professionals Day, we want to take a moment to recognize and appreciate the incredible work of our front office staff!🌟
Candi Israel (PowerSchool Administrator), Susan Pruitt (Bookkeeper), and Selena Ridings (Receptionist) work so hard to make Tyger River Elementary and amazing place to learn.
Their dedication, organization, and hard work behind the scenes make our school run smoothly every day. From managing finances and keeping us organized to ensuring our student information systems are updated and efficient, you play a vital role in creating a positive learning environment for our students and staff.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment and support! We are grateful to have you as part of our school family. 💖📚✨
#AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #ThankYou #SchoolTeam
Our first graders celebrated #earthday with a fun craft! After reading "My Friend Earth" in the library, they wrote about simple steps they can take to help with conservation and painted their own version of Earth!
SC Ready testing is coming soon! Please be sure to mark the following dates on your calendars to make sure that your 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders are prepared for testing.
Attention all rising 6th graders! Are you interested in becoming a BSMS Band member next year? Check out this flyer for an event coming up THIS WEEK and make sure to sign-up for a time slot using the QR code provided!
We are so excited to announce that Christie Lautrey is the Support Employee of the Year for District Five Schools! She works hard to make sure that TRE is a safe and clean place for our Terrier Family to learn.
In her nomination, Mr. Daugherty shared that Lautrey has been a key part of the school winning the district's "Shining Star" award three times in a row this year. "Christie is a huge asset here at Tyger River Elementary," he says. "Outside of her daily tasks, she greets our kids (especially our multilingual students every day as they enter), and translates if we need someone quickly to communicate. She has been instrumental in making our Hispanic families feel welcome and safe."
We are so grateful to have Christie as part of the TRE family!
Congratulations to David Velez, a fifth grade student in Mrs. Duncan's Homeroom for being named the TRE TERRIFIC Kid of the Year.
He was recognized at a special award banquet on April 17th, along with other selected TERRIFIC Kids of the Year honorees from across Spartanburg County. We are so proud of you, David!
🌟 Thank You for a Wonderful STEAM Night! 🌟
A huge shoutout to all the families who joined us for our amazing STEAM Night at Tyger River Elementary! Your enthusiasm and participation made the evening a huge success!
✨ Highlights of the Night:
Students engaged in exciting hands-on coding and robotics that sparked their curiosity.
Families collaborated on creative arts and crafts projects.
Our technology stations were buzzing with exploration and learning.
Engineering challenges brought out the teamwork and problem-solving skills of our young innovators!
We are so grateful for your support and involvement in making this event memorable. Together, we are fostering a love for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics in our students!
Thank you once again, and we can’t wait to see you at our next school event!
#STEAMNightRecap #ThankYou #CommunitySupport #LearningTogether
We are so excited to host our first STEAM Night! Please remember to order your framed artwork by April 21st.
🌟 This week, we would like to take a moment to recognize the incredible work of our Assistant Principal, Valerie Calsing! Her dedication, leadership, and unwavering support make a profound impact on the Tyger River Elementary community every day. 🌟
Thank you for being a guiding light for our students and staff, for your commitment to fostering a positive learning environment, and for always going above and beyond to ensure everyone succeeds.
Join us in celebrating Mrs. Calsing for working tirelessly to shape the future of our Terriers! 🐾💙
#NationalAssistantPrincipalsWeek #ThankYou #EducationHeroes
Mrs. Knepp and Mrs. Byars' class finished out a great week of learning about 3D Shapes. Check out their favorite 3D Shape...a cone!
Tyger River’s Family STEAM Night is on April 16, 2025 from 5:00-7:00pm. This will be a night of STEAM Stations (science, technology, engineering, art, math), the Art Show, family and fun!
Today, your students will bring home pre-order forms for family meals for STEAM night. Family Meals are available as pre-purchase only and will be available as a “take and go” after you have enjoyed the family events. (Meals will be ready by 6:00)
Family Meal Deal: 1 large pizza, 4 drinks and 4 chipsOrders and money is due by Friday, April 4, 2025
Congratulations to Payton Hannah and Mckenzie Jackson. Their art has been picked to represent Tyger River at Youth Art Month. 🎨🖼️🖌️
Their artwork will be on display with all of the schools in Spartanburg County. Again congratulations on such amazing art!
📢 Miss Culbertson’s 3rd Graders Are Mining for Knowledge!** ⛏️🍪
This week, students learned about the four uses of land in an economy—including mining. To bring it to life, they became cookie miners, using toothpicks to carefully extract chocolate chips. 🍫⛏️ What a sweet way to learn! 🌍💡 #TREThirdGrade #MiningForKnowledge
The Terriers are always learning...even at home! Ms. Shaw's students have been practicing their fractions and were challenged to send pictures of themselves using fractions at home during e-learning.
Check out these Terriers practicing math in the kitchen! 👏🏻🥣
Will your child turn four on or before September 1, 2025? If so, complete the following steps to learn more about the 4K program at TRE!
1. Find out if your child is zoned for Tiger River Elementary at the following link: https://app.guidek12.com/spartanburg05sc/school_search/current
2. If you are zoned for TRES, follow this link to see what you need for registration: https://tinyurl.com/m49c8eb9
3. Bring all of the required documents to TRES to fill out the 4K forms and receive a testing date.
If you have additional questions, please contact Teresa Knepp at 864-949-2060 or teresa.knepp@spart5.net.
The Terrier family is excited to announce our first Teacher of the Year and Support Employee of the Year! Congratulations to our Teacher of the Year, Heather Cassidy, and our Support Employee of the Year, Christy Lautrey.
Both contribute so much to our school and we are so excited to celebrate their hard work!
Students have been learning about the life cycle of pumpkins in the library. On Halloween, our K4 classes planted "Cookie Monster" in a container in the library. For months, students watched the pumpkin decompose and change during their library visits.
On Monday, we returned to school to find that our pumpkin had sprouted seedlings. After 122 days, our students were so excited to see the next step of the life cycle! 🎃🌱
