The first official Groundhog Day was in 1886 in Punxatawney, PA, and the tradition continues to this day. In German folklore, if a hedgehog or badger saw his shadow on Candlemas, there would be a second winter. As German settlers moved to the US, and hedgehogs were scarce, the traditions and legends transformed. Learn more here: https://www.groundhog.org/groundhog-day/what-is-groundhog-day/ #BKP #SCCARES #everyday
about 2 hours ago, Silver Creek CSD
Groundhog Day - brown groundhogs
On this #SeniorSunday, let's give a shoutout to Sam Bowers who earned the 2025-2026 Section 6 All-WNY Scholar Athlete Award for Cross Country! Way to make the Black Knights proud, Sam! #BKP #SCCARES #everyday
about 22 hours ago, Silver Creek CSD
Sam Bowers XC Scholar Athlete award
February is Black History Month! This month we celebrate and honor the contributions, culture and heritage that continue to shapre our world. Check out this link for some more information! #BKP #SCCares #everyday https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/.../black-history-month
1 day ago, Silver Creek CSD
Black History Month
Monday is the first day of School Counselor Appreciation Week! Silver Creek Elementary is celebrating our wonderful counseling and SEL staff with a week of meaningful dress-up days!
Monday - Wear emojis or feeling colors
Tuesday - Twin with a friend
Wednesday - Pajama Day
Thursday - Kindness shirts or school colors
Friday - dress like a future career
#BKP #SCCares #everyday #CounselorAppreciation
2 days ago, Silver Creek PR
dress up days
🌟 #SaturdayMorningShoutOut! 🌟
Today we’re celebrating the incredible Scharlene Hehir, our amazing Elementary School Secretary who truly keeps our world turning each and every day.
Scharlene is the heartbeat behind the scenes. The one ensuring every detail is in place and every need is met. Her consistency, dedication, and tireless efforts make all the difference in creating a smooth, welcoming, and well-run school environment.
She gives so much of her time, energy, and care to our staff, students, and families…and we simply couldn’t do it without her. 💛
Thank you, Scharlene, for everything you do. You make our school shine! #BKP #SCCARES #everyday
2 days ago, Silver Creek CSD
Schar & Meagan in school bus cut out frame
The Elementary School will hold a Spirit Week next week for School Counseling Week!
Moody Monday- Wear Your Favorite Emoji or Colors
Twin and Tweet Tuesday- Twin With A Friend
Wellness Wednesday- Wear Your Favorite PJs
BKP Thursday- Wear Kindness Shirts or BKP Colors
Future Friday- Dress For Your Dream Career
#BKP #SCCARES #everyday
3 days ago, Silver Creek CSD
Kindness Week Announcement Banner in Colorful Rainbow Style

EDIT JFK IS NOW A HOME GAME**

SCCS Boys Varsity Basketball has back to back away games this weekend! Friday January 30 at 7 pm- Frewsburg and Saturday, January 31 at 12:30 pm v. JFK. Come support the Black Knights! #BKP #SCCARES #everyday

3 days ago, Silver Creek CSD
Varsity Basketball Boys Flyer
Pet of the Month is back at Silver Creek Elementary, thanks to Mr. Morton of Sundance Kids Farm! Mr. Morton brought his spiky pet hedgehog, Helga, to school for the students to learn more about! They learned about their habits and even got to carefully touch her spines! He will be back with more pets each month!
#BKP #SCCares #everyday
3 days ago, Silver Creek PR
A student pets a hedgehog.
Mr. Morton holds up the hedgehog for students.
A student pets a hedgehog.
A student pets a hedgehog.
A student pets a hedgehog.
A student pets a hedgehog.
A student pets a hedgehog.
A student pets a hedgehog.
Mr. Morton shows students a book that depicts baby hedgehogs.
The Boys Varsity Basketball game vs. Gowanda Panthers has been rescheduled for TONIGHT at 7:30 pm in the HS gym!
5 days ago, Silver Creek CSD
SC BK Home Game - Gowanda (1)

Our next Wellness Workout is scheduled for TODAY at 6pm! This is a completely FREE, family friendly, all ages event. Please consider joining us for KARATE in the ELEMENTARY School Gym with Norman Yonkers of the Karate Connection. Hope to see you there! #BKP #SCCARES #everyday

5 days ago, Silver Creek CSD
Karate Flyer Jan 28 at 6pm ES Gym
**COURTESY POST** The PTSA will hold their next meeting on Wednesday, February 4th at 5:30 pm in the HS Cafeteria. All are welcome!
5 days ago, Silver Creek CSD
PTSA February 4th meeeting 5:30 pm Valentine's theme flyer
**RESCHEDULED** The Board of Education meeting that was canceled last week due to snow has been rescheduled for Monday, February 2. Workshop at 6pm, Regular Session at 7pm. #BKP #SCCARES #everyday
6 days ago, Silver Creek CSD
BOE meeting rescheduled for February 2 black and gold theme
89.6% of our Second Graders were present the week of 1/19-1/23! Way to go, Second Grade! Keep coming to school #everyday! #BKP #SCCares
6 days ago, Silver Creek CSD
Attendance Winners Second Grade January 19-23
**FRIENDLY REMINDER** School will be in session tomorrow. Please bundle up and dress appropriately for winter! #BKP #SCCARES #everyday
7 days ago, Silver Creek CSD
Animals in scarves and hats -bundle up reminder
Winter Care Tips from the SC Health Office! #BKP #SCCARES #everyday
7 days ago, Silver Creek CSD
Handwashing instructions snow theme
Due to weather conditions, there will be no school on Monday, January 26, 2026. Stay safe, stay warm! #BKP #SCCARES #everyday
8 days ago, Silver Creek CSD
Pink background with snowman School Closed

This #SeniorSunday, we are spotlighting senior Gwendolyn Souter. Gwen is an amazing student, a true leader, a talented musician and athlete, and also a wonderful friend to those lucky enough to know her. She is quick to offer a smile and kind words to those who interact with her. Gwen excels in all that she does, earning top honors and multiple awards throughout her academic career. Gwen is graduating from SCCS a year early due to her drive for success and academic accolades. We look forward to seeing her future success!
#BKP #SCCares #everyday

8 days ago, Silver Creek PR
Gwen Souter senior photo
Our #SaturdayMorningShoutOut goes to Mrs. Cook and Tucker! Mrs. Cook leads with both heart and unwavering integrity, always placing students and staff at the center of her work. Her compassion, dedication, and steady leadership strengthen our entire school community. And we can’t forget Tucker, her amazing service dog! He brings comfort, joy, and encouragement to our students #everyday. We are so grateful for the light and support Mrs. Cook and Tucker bring to our building! #BKP #SCCARES
9 days ago, Silver Creek CSD
Mrs. Cook & Tucker dressed up as monsters for Halloween

We would like to send a big thank you to Starbucks in Dunkirk for helping us celebrate an amazing accomplishment by our Kindergarten students! 🎉
Our Kindergarten class worked hard to earn 100 BKP tickets, and Starbucks made the celebration extra special with their generous cake pop donations and fancy cups that made our students feel like true VIPs. ⭐
Students were thrilled to choose between:
🍓 Strawberry lemonade
🍫 Fancy chocolate milk topped with whipped cream
The smiles said it all! 💫👏#BKP #SCCARES #everyday

10 days ago, Silver Creek CSD
students at table with snacks
student smiling with special drink
student smiling with special drink and cake pop
student smiling with special drink and cake pops
students at table with snacks
students at table with snacks
Cake pops and lemonade
Our next Wellness Workout is scheduled for January 28 at 6pm! This is a completely FREE, family friendly, all ages event. Please consider joining us for KARATE in the High School Gym with Norman Yonkers of the Karate Connection. Hope to see you there! #BKP #SCCARES #everyday
10 days ago, Silver Creek CSD
Karate Wellness Workout Flyer