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Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School is committed to educating every student to his/her highest potential and maintaining its full accreditation status. The community takes great pride in Tucker’s rich cultural diversity, unique calendar and strong focus on academic achievement.
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As we look forward to the 2025-26 school year, please take a moment to review some important reminders so that your students are prepared to take their next academic steps.
In our June 2025 Supe’s Spotlight, Dr. Melanie Kay-Wyatt shares her thoughts on graduation as a rite of passage as we prepare to embrace our newest students in the upcoming school year.
Jerylen Lavender Daniels will take on the role of principal at Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School (Tucker) as of June 16, 2025.
Two highly-accomplished ACPS educators were celebrated as Suzanne Hess was announced as the 2025 ACPS Principal of the Year (POY) and Sharon Phox as Teacher of the Year (TOY).
Ferdinand T. Day Elementary School (Door 12), 6th Floor
Every Wednesday starting May 7 through July 30, 2025, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
ACPS kindergarten registration process gets underway for the 2025-26 school year on April 23, 2025, for all division elementary schools. We encourage families to register early as it helps to ensure the school division has the teachers, staff and resources needed to support every student.
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The Purple Star Designation Award shows Tucker provides a welcoming and supportive environment for military families
Learn more about Tucker's support for military families