News & Notes
The Road to Possibilities-An Opportunity Fair:- February 6
GCS, in partnership with the Barbara Stone Foundation, is hosting a resource fair on February 6 from 5:30-8:00 p.m. for students with disabilities ages 3-21 and families. This event is free at University Center Greenville. Exhibitors will provide information on community resources to assist students and families while in school and planning for post-secondary education, employment, independent living, financial literacy, legal planning, transportation, etc. Workshops and food will be provided. | The Road to Possibilities-An Opportunity Fair
GCS Job Fair- January 28
GCS is hiring great people for positions as bus drivers, bus aides, custodians and food service operators. Greenville County Schools will host an in-person Job Fair on Tuesday, January 28, from 5-7 p.m. at Lifelong Learning at Sullivan Center. It’s a great time to join Greenville County Schools! | GCS Job Fair- January 28 Announcement
PTA Meeting, Family Fitness, and Reading Roundup Rescheduled- February 10
All evening events for Monday, January, 13th are rescheduled for February 10th. This includes the PTA Meeting at 5:00 PM, Family Fitness at 5:15 PM, and the Reading Roundup at 5:45 PM.
PTA Leadership Nominations
The PTA Nominating Committee is excited to announce that they are now accepting recommendations for next year's PTA Board! This is a wonderful opportunity to recognize individuals passionate about supporting our school community and making a positive impact. To submit a recommendation:
- Look for the nomination form being sent home with your child.
- Alternatively, you can complete the form online. | Online Nomination Form
A separate form must be completed for each nomination, and you are welcome to nominate multiple people—even yourself! Feel free to make copies of the form if you need more. Extra copies are also in the school office, or you can reach out, and they will be happy to send you additional forms. Thank you for helping PTA identify and build a strong leadership team for the upcoming school year. If you have any questions, feel free to email the nominating committee. (nominations@tigervillepta.org)
Nominations are due by Friday, January 31st.
Shared Ownership Strategic Review
Greenville County Schools is undergoing a Shared Ownership Strategic Review Process, a review of special education services for students with disabilities. Among the first steps in the process is gathering input from GCS families through a survey. Every parent or guardian of a GCS student with an IEP is invited to take the Shared Ownership Survey. Please complete the survey by January 31st. To take the survey or learn more about the entire review process, visit the district’s website. | GCS Shared Ownership Review
Tigerville Times- January Edition
Check out what is happening in our school in January. Read the January edition of the Tigerville Times. | Tigerville Times- January Edition
GCS Weather-Related Closing Procedures
During this time of year, our area can experience a wide range of weather conditions. Please know that the safety of students and staff is always our primary concern when making any weather-related decisions.
To ensure you’re getting the latest information, sign up for a Parent Backpack account and confirm your child’s school has the most up-to-date contact information for you.
Learn more about the district’s weather-related closing procedures at the GCS website. | GCS Weather-Related Closing Procedures
GCS Releases 2026-27 Calendar
Greenville County Schools has released the 2026-27 student calendar. Students will start the school year on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. The last day of school will be Thursday, May 27, 2027. As a reminder, GCS releases calendars two school years in advance so families and staff can plan ahead. The 2025-26 student calendar for the upcoming school year was released in January 2024. Please visit the GCS website for complete details. | GCS 2026-27 Calendar Release
Reading All Stars- January 13- February 14
This Spring, the Greenville Drive and Michelin N.A. proudly present the 17th Annual Reading All-Stars Challenge. The Reading All-Stars Program is a reading incentive program for any Kindergarten – 8th grade student aimed at promoting reading and academic success across the Upstate.
Entering your child in the Reading All-Stars reading challenge is EASY! To complete the program, Elementary Students must read 5 reading-level appropriate books in the 5-week time period (Monday, January 13 – Friday, February 14). Print and complete the reading log. Then, return it no later than February 14, 2025. | Greenville Drive Reading All-Stars Form
Tigerville Ranked #5 in South Carolina Elementary Schools
Let's celebrate Tigerville! According to 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Elementary Schools Rankings, Tigerville Elementary is ranked #5 in South Carolina Elementary Schools and #2 in Greenville County Schools Elementary Schools. Schools are ranked on their performance on state-required tests, graduation, and how well they prepare their students for high school. Thank you Tigerville staff and families for investing in the lives of Tigerville students.
GCS Cell Phone Policy Updates
Due to a legislative action by the South Carolina General Assembly, the South Carolina State Board of Education passed a new cell phone policy for school districts across the state, which goes into effect after Winter Break, starting January 7, 2025. School districts must adopt this policy pertaining to personal electronic devices. At the December meeting, the Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees approved an updated policy to comply with the state requirement. Please visit the GCS website for complete details. | GCS Cell Phone Policy Updates
Kindergarten and First Grade Registration
Early Bird Registration for the 2025-26 school year will be open December 2-6, 2024. Registration will continue beyond these dates. Children who will be five years old on or before September 1 of the current year must enroll in public or private kindergarten unless the parent or legal guardian signs a waiver Any child who will be six years old on or before September 1 of the current year must enroll in first grade. Students who are currently enrolled in a GCS 4K or 5K program do not need to register. Please see the GCS website for th form and full details. | GCS Kindergarten and First Grade Registration
4K Application Deadline – January 31, 2025
The application period for the 4K program closes on January 31, 2025. A limited number of spaces are available at specific locations for 4K. Four-year kindergarten classrooms are offered at various elementary schools and six child development centers across Greenville County. Children selected for 4K programs must demonstrate academic/developmental needs and/or risk factors such as low family income and low parent education level. Your child must turn four years old on or before September 1, 2025 to be considered for the 2025-26 school year and must have applied through Parent Backpack on the GCS website. Please note: completing the application does not guarantee enrollment in Greenville County Schools 4K program. Parents will be notified of application status by March 1, 2025. Please visit the GCS website for complete details. | GCS 4K Registration
Rent the Rock!
We are excited to announce that the Tigerville Spirit Rock is available for rent to celebrate your child and support Tigerville Elementary School. The Tigerville Spirit Rock is now available for sign ups. The Rock is a perfect way to send one of Tigerville’s students or staff a “Happy Birthday”. The Rock is also a Tigerville fundraiser, so all funds generated will be used to pay for school programs & improvements. The cost is $10 per day & you will have the Rock for 24 hours (5pm-5pm). There will be no refunds for weather or school closure. Please see the Tigerville Spirit Rock Guidelines for complete details regarding payment. Please call the Tigerville office at 864-355-4600 to reserve the Tigerville Spirit Rock. Have fun & be creative! Thank you for supporting Tigerville Elementary School! | Tigerville Spirit Rock Guidelines
2024-25 Tigerville Spirit Days
All students are invited to participate in spirit days. These are fund dress-up day to add fun to our learning. These days are sprinkled through out the school year. | TES 2024-25 Spirit Days
See Something. Say Something.
The District is committed to fostering an environment that both promotes learning and prevents disruptions in the educational process. Accordingly, the District prohibits all forms of bullying, discrimination, harassment or intimidation. To learn about the district's policy for bullying and the See something. Say Something. Campaign, please visit the GCS website. | See Something. Say Something.