The Thunder

The 2022-2023 school year was the first year that Stony Point students in grades 3-5 were grouped in grade-banded homeroom classes (3/4 classes, 4/5 classes) due to staffing allocations. We analyzed data to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of this model. We are excited to continue what is working well (gains in reading achievement, students forming friendships across grade levels, and having multiple staff members wrap around and support our students) while addressing what wasn't working as well in this structure. We have received approval for additional staffing to add another classroom teacher at Stony Point, which will allow us to return to the traditional classroom model.

Our teachers for third through fifth grade are as follows:

• Third grade: Addison Holmes and Caleb Davis
• Fourth grade: Kathy Anish
• Fifth grade: Christian Ewers and Emily Fleming

Caleb Davis is thrilled to be one of the 3rd grade teachers here at Stony Point Elementary School! He served as a 7th grade teacher at Buford Middle School prior to joining the Stony Point team. He is a graduate from Mary Baldwin University where he received his degree with a focus in elementary education (K-6).

Mr. Davis enjoys the experience of teamwork and the drive to learn something new every day, which he attributes to his experience playing and coaching baseball. He is a strong believer that one of the most important parts of teaching is forming partnerships with his students and their families. He strives to keep a positive attitude in his classroom at all times and is looking forward to getting to know the Stony Point community.

Transportation route information is available Parent Portal as of Thursday 8/10. If you are able to provide transportation for your child and are no longer in need of a bus route, please contact the Stony Point office staff at stonypointofficestaff@k12albemarle.org.

Class assignments will be available in Parent Portal on Friday 8/18.

If you do not have a Parent Portal account or have questions about accessing Parent Portal, please reach out to Kristi Thomas at kthomas3@k12albemarle.org

Please click HERE to view the school supply lists for the upcoming 23-24 year.

The SPES PTO is made up of parents, guardians, teachers and staff. Our purpose is to facilitate a sense of community and promote open communication among students, parents/guardians, staff and administration at Stony Point. We support students by providing additional resources for their educational and recreational needs, and work to enhance student school programs and physical environment through monetary and volunteer efforts. The Stony Point PTO is a 501c3 non-profit organization.

Please click HERE to ensure we have your contact information, as well as to indicate if you would like to participate in a committee this year.

Stop by this community event before or after coming to our Stony Point Open House!

On Monday, August 21, the Albemarle County Police Foundation and the Albemarle County Police Department will host their largest community outreach event of the year, and you’re invited! This free event will feature fun activities, food, and giveaways!

In response to overcrowding or under-enrollment at schools in the northern feeder pattern, a study for potential boundary changes and redistricting will be held.

The scope, objectives, and timeline of the redistricting study will be presented to the School Board this Thursday and can be viewed by clicking HERE.

• Sunday August 20th at 3:00 PM: Popsicles on the Playground (rain date Sunday August 27th at 3:00 PM)

• Wednesday August 23: 1st Day of School
• Monday September 4: No School (Labor Day)
• Tuesday September 26: Back to School Night
• Friday September 29: No School for Students (Teacher Professional Learning Day)